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GITUP - AT LAKE MORO, IN THE LOWER CAMONICA VALLEY (BS)
Lake Moro is a natural gem of remarkable beauty.
Nestled between the Sorline and Rodino hills and overlooked by Mount Pora and Mount Altissimo, it sits at just 381 meters above sea level.
From a naturalistic point of view, the influence of the Mediterranean climate of Lake Iseo and the glacial climate of the Adamello makes Lake Moro one of the areas with the highest concentration of biodiversity in Europe. This unique condition also benefits local productions such as cheese, honey, and olive oil.
**PROGRAM**
11:00 – Meeting point at G8 Wine Bar Café, Via Vittorio Veneto 20, 24060 Rogno (BG)
11:15 – Departure for Lake Moro Park
12:30 – Approximate arrival, free time, relaxing on the lakeshore, and lunch (packed lunch or independently arranged at local venues)
15:00 – Approximate return
**Easy-Medium Level** – About 1h30 and 3.5 km each way, 250 m elevation gain. No special equipment or clothing required. Always bring some food and water, trekking shoes, a towel, and a swimsuit for a possible lakeside break.
**Note 1:** Participants must reach the starting point independently (car, bus, train, etc.) or via carpooling by coordinating with other participants in the private Facebook and/or Telegram groups reserved for members (request access once you have your membership card).
**Note 2:** The “I will attend” button on Meetup is not considered valid for us. Meetup is only used to publish the event and gauge interest. Once you become a member, please follow the instructions for the event’s *official* registration.
**COSTS AND PARTICIPATION – MIN 7 PEOPLE, MAX 30**
Event reserved for Gitup Enac members.
Free for 2026 members - request your participation ticket here: [http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione-eventi/](http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione-eventi/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExNXJOZlBOUFo2TnU0MlJrTHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR40isxRJnPDxRFBNp_iADFxV_t_IXXYerPrzof2wC-vrsxh7YCQuE9AZYVKrA_aem_0zRMrPM9cBRzv2anqxS0Zg)
Not a member yet or need to renew? A membership card is required — request it here: [http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione/](http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExNXJOZlBOUFo2TnU0MlJrTHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR40isxRJnPDxRFBNp_iADFxV_t_IXXYerPrzof2wC-vrsxh7YCQuE9AZYVKrA_aem_0zRMrPM9cBRzv2anqxS0Zg)
In case of bad weather, the outing may be canceled.
Participants will be notified through the dedicated groups and via updates on this page.
**P.S.** Please remember that GitUp is not a travel agency but a non-profit association that brings people together to enjoy pleasant shared experiences.
[www.gitup.it](http://www.gitup.it/)
[https://www.facebook.com/gitupassociazione](https://www.facebook.com/gitupassociazione)
TREK COL TRENO SUL LAGO DI LECCO. La montagna sopra Bellano 952 m (LC)
**Sab 23 Mag 2026**
**TREK COL TRENO SUL LAGO DI LECCO. La montagna sopra Bellano 952 m (LC)**
\- Lunghezza: 13 km
\- Dislivello: 750 m
\- Difficoltà: Media
\- Pranzo al sacco\.
Il trek è in prov. di Lecco, a 76 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82517](https://t.me/TrekMI/82517)
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/shorts/KKFOWJjCHQw
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
La filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
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TREK IN VALSASSINA. ALPE PREMANIGA da Premana 1600 m (LC)
**Sab 23 Mag 2026**
**TREK IN VALSASSINA. ALPE PREMANIGA da Premana 1600 m (LC)**
\- Lunghezza: 8 km
\- Dislivello: 750 m
\- Difficoltà: Media
\- Pranzo al sacco\.
Il trek è a 86 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82504](https://t.me/TrekMI/82504)
Youtube https://youtu.be/977edL7pi0s
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
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PASSEGGIATA IN BRIANZA. Da Albiate ad Agliate 230 m (MB)
**Sab 23 Mag 2026**
**PASSEGGIATA IN BRIANZA. Da Albiate ad Agliate 230 m (MB)**
\- Lunghezza: 12 km
\- Dislivello: 100 m
\- Difficoltà: Facile
La passeggiata è in prov. di Monza Brianza, a 25 km da Milano.
Iscrizione[ https://t.me/TrekMI/82499]( https://t.me/TrekMI/82499)
Youtube https://youtu.be/mW52UZfTZ18
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
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Saturday Park Yoga · All Levels (Sempione Park)
Hi, I’m **Ozzy**. I’ve been teaching yoga in Milan for 5 years, bringing together internationals and locals.
**How to Join?**
Add your name on Meetup.
[Message me on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/393500966059?text=Hi%20I%20saw%20your%20weekend%20park%20yoga%20classes%20on%20Meetup%20and%20would%20like%20to%20join) to receive payment details:
**Drop-in or discounted class packs available**
Your spot is confirmed once payment is completed.
**You can see the vibe of the classes here:**
Instagram: @ozzyoga.milano
**Weekend Park Yoga in Sempione with Ozzy**
Join us for a mindful yoga session in the park
**Time:** 11:30
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Language:** English
**Level:** All levels Beginner-friendly
**Location:** Parco Sempione
Exact meeting point will be shared via WhatsApp after booking
**Pricing**
**Drop-in:** €15
**2 classes:** €28
**4 classes:** €50
All prices are final and include VAT
All packs are valid until the end of July
Valid for all regular group classes (weekend & future weekday sessions)
Packs can be used for classes as they are released on Meetup
**Before you come**
Bring your mat (or a towel), wear layers for changing weather, and consider water, sun cream, and insect spray.
**Cancellation policy**
– **More than 24 hours before:**
Cancel directly on Meetup → no charge
– **Up to 1 hour before the class:**
Please message me on WhatsApp → your credit is kept
– **Less than 1 hour before, no-show, or no notice:**
The class is counted → no refund or credit (no exceptions)
*If a class is cancelled due to weather or by the organizer, your credit will not be lost and can be used for another class.*
**Safety & Notes**
Please listen to your body and practice at your own pace.
This class is not suitable for pregnant women.
If you have any health concerns, please consult a doctor before joining.
By attending, you take responsibility for your own practice.
**About me**
I’m Ozzy, a certified and Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher.
👉 https://linktr.ee/ozzyoga.milano
🧘🏻♀️ MINDFUL PILATES 🧘🏻♀️ OPEN DAY
Corpo forte, mente calma: il tuo reset inizia qui. 🌿
Ma dove risiede la vera forza? Non solo nei muscoli, ma nell'equilibrio. ⚖️
Troppo spesso alleniamo il corpo dimenticando la mente, o cerchiamo la calma senza muovere il fisico. Abbiamo pensato un’esperienza unica per unire questi due mondi: un viaggio tra la fluidità del Pilates e la consapevolezza della Mindfulness. 🧘✨
Non è una semplice lezione, è il tuo momento di riconnessione. Un’occasione per staccare la spina dal caos quotidiano e ripartire da te.
🚀 Vuoi provare? Abbiamo riservato dei posti per una prova gratuita, ma sono limitati!
E' necessaria la prenotazione
📥 Per info e prenotazioni, scrivici subito a: info@thecozystudio.it
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Merenda, Giochi & Nuove Amicizie al Parco Sempione #3 🎲🍪
**Italiano / English friendly 🎲🌿**
**[Italiano]**
Passiamo un bel pomeriggio al Parco Sempione: merenda, giochi da tavolo facili, chiacchiere e nuove amicizie.
Porterò giochi leggeri e alcuni giochi sociali, perfetti anche per chi non gioca spesso. L’idea è giocare senza fretta, parlare tra una partita e l’altra e goderci un pomeriggio tranquillo all’aperto.
Puoi venire anche da solo/a o con un’amica/o. Ci sarà già un piccolo gruppo di partenza, quindi sarà facile inserirsi, giocare e chiacchierare.
Se vuoi, porta qualcosa da condividere: un pacchetto di patatine, biscotti, snack o qualcosa da bere. Se hai un telo o una coperta, può essere utile per sederti sul prato.
Dopo le 18:30, per chi ha voglia, possiamo continuare con una pizza lì vicino per cena, verso le 19:30/20:00. 🍕
Pubblicherò aggiornamenti nella chat dell’evento, inclusa una foto del punto in cui saremo al parco. Se arrivi un po’ più tardi, nessun problema: avvisami su Meetup o Instagram @meetandchill_it e ti rispondo subito
**[English]**
Let’s enjoy a nice Saturday afternoon at Parco Sempione: Italian-style merenda, easy board games, friendly chats and new people to meet.
I’ll bring light games and social games, perfect even if you don’t usually play. The idea is to take it slow, play a little, chat between games and enjoy a relaxed afternoon outdoors.
You can come alone or bring a friend. There will already be a small group, so it’ll be easy to join in, play and chat.
Feel free to bring something to share: a bag of chips, cookies, snacks or something to drink. A picnic blanket can also be useful.
After 6:30 PM, whoever wants can join us for pizza nearby, around 7:30/8:00 PM. 🍕
I’ll post updates in the event chat, including a photo of our spot in the park. If you arrive a bit later, no problem: just message me on Meetup or Instagram @meetandchill_it and I’ll reply asap!
Hiking Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
✨ Sunday Yoga workout & Picnic in the Park
**May 24th · 5:00 PM**
**Parco Sempione — Milan**
**Limited spots available**
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*An elevated late-afternoon designed to slow down, reconnect, and immerse yourself in a moment of refined wellbeing in the heart of Milan.*
The experience will begin with a **guided Yoga session**, *with our Yoga Teacher Camilla,* thoughtfully curated for all levels, focused on intentional movement, breath, and alignment.
All mats will be provided, allowing you to fully step into the practice with ease and presence.
Following the session, guests will be invited to a **curated post-workout moment**: a soft, aesthetic snack experience designed to gently extend the feeling of the practice.
Each guest will receive a **personalized picnic box**, carefully prepared to offer a light, nourishing and visually refined pause, surrounded by nature and effortless conversation.
Every detail has been designed to feel intentional, minimal, and quietly
luxurious.
*More than an event, this is a space for connection:* with yourself, and with women who share a similar appreciation for beauty, balance, and lifestyle.
**Dress code:** refined activewear in black, pink, white tones. You may wish to bring a small bag with extra water and a personal towel. Everything else is taken care of.
Due to the intimate nature of the experience, availability is extremely limited. **Early reservation is strongly recommended.**
We look forward to welcoming you. 🤍✨
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**⚠️ Participation Terms & Conditions**
**Cancellations**
– Refunds are available up to 72 hours prior to the event.
– After this timeframe, the reservation remains non-refundable. However, you may transfer your spot to another guest, with prior notice.
**Privacy & Media**
– By attending, you consent to the capture of photo and video content, which may be used across our digital platforms and communication channels.
TREK IN PIEMONTE. LA MONTAGNA SOPRA ALAGNA VALSESIA 1832 m (VC)
**Dom 24 Mag 2026**
**TREK IN PIEMONTE. LA MONTAGNA SOPRA ALAGNA VALSESIA 1832 m (VC)**
\- Lunghezza: 13 km
\- Dislivello: 680 m
\- Difficoltà: Media
\- Pranzo al sacco\.
Il trek è in prov. di Vercelli, a 140 km da Milano.
Iscrizione https://t.me/TrekMI/82502
Youtube https://youtu.be/cF1jmSJFReA
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
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TREK NELL'OLTREPO’ PAVESE. Raccolta ciliege + ponte tibetano 759 m (PV)
**Dom 24 Mag 2026**
**TREK NELL'OLTREPO’ PAVESE. Raccolta ciliege + ponte tibetano 759 m (PV)**
\- Lunghezza: 14 km
\- Dislivello: 550 m
\- Difficoltà: Media
\- Pranzo al sacco\.
Il trek è in prov. di Pavia, a 84 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82512](https://t.me/TrekMI/82512)
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IrskSbqxuC0
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
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TREK SUL LAGO MAGGIORE. Da Luino a Maccagno 508 m (VA)
**Dom 24 Mag 2026**
**TREK SUL LAGO MAGGIORE. Da Luino a Maccagno 508 m (VA)**
\- Lunghezza: 18 km
\- Dislivello: 600 m
\- Difficoltà: Medio alta \(tanti km\)
\- Pranzo al sacco
Il trek è in prov. di Varese, a 82 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82516](https://t.me/TrekMI/82516)
Youtube https://youtu.be/HUTuK1uib04
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
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TREK SUL LAGO MAGGIORE. PIZZONI DI LAVENO da Vararo 1240 m (VA)
**Dom 24 Mag 2026**
**TREK SUL LAGO MAGGIORE. PIZZONI DI LAVENO da Vararo 1240 m (VA)**
\- Lunghezza: 11 km
\- Dislivello: 630 m
\- Difficoltà: Media
\- Pranzo al sacco
Il trek è in prov. di Varese, a 82 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82491](https://t.me/TrekMI/82491)
Youtube https://youtu.be/1Hjc8HdCWCA
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
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Sunday Park Yoga · All Levels (Sempione Park)
Hi, I’m **Ozzy**. I’ve been teaching yoga in Milan for 5 years, bringing together internationals and locals.
**How to Join?**
Add your name on Meetup.
[Message me on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/393500966059?text=Hi%20I%20saw%20your%20weekend%20park%20yoga%20classes%20on%20Meetup%20and%20would%20like%20to%20join) to receive payment details:
**Drop-in or discounted class packs available**
Your spot is confirmed once payment is completed.
**You can see the vibe of the classes here:**
Instagram: @ozzyoga.milano
**Weekend Park Yoga in Sempione with Ozzy**
Join us for a mindful yoga session in the park
**Time:** 11:30
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Language:** English
**Level:** All levels Beginner-friendly
**Location:** Parco Sempione
Exact meeting point will be shared via WhatsApp after booking
**Pricing**
**Drop-in:** €15
**2 classes:** €28
**4 classes:** €50
All prices are final and include VAT
All packs are valid until the end of July
Valid for all regular group classes (weekend & future weekday sessions)
Packs can be used for classes as they are released on Meetup
**Before you come**
Bring your mat (or a towel), wear layers for changing weather, and consider water, sun cream, and insect spray.
**Cancellation policy**
– **More than 24 hours before:**
Cancel directly on Meetup → no charge
– **Up to 1 hour before the class:**
Please message me on WhatsApp → your credit is kept
– **Less than 1 hour before, no-show, or no notice:**
The class is counted → no refund or credit (no exceptions)
*If a class is cancelled due to weather or by the organizer, your credit will not be lost and can be used for another class.*
**Safety & Notes**
Please listen to your body and practice at your own pace.
This class is not suitable for pregnant women.
If you have any health concerns, please consult a doctor before joining.
By attending, you take responsibility for your own practice.
**About me**
I’m Ozzy, a certified and Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher.
👉 https://linktr.ee/ozzyoga.milano
Morning Yoga at the Park
Return to the rhythm of your **body**, your **breath** and the **living world** around you. Join us for an **outdoor yoga** class and start **your Sunday** with more **presence and ease**.
**Details↓**
**Location:** Parco Sempione *(exact meeting point shared after RSVP).*
**Pricing: 12€**
**How to secure your spot:**
\- RSVP on Meetup\.
[Complete payment](https://buy.stripe.com/5kQ6oG0yJ6s0cDw7JT00004)
**Note:** RSVPing on Meetup lets me know you're coming but your spot is officially confirmed after payment is received.
**Language**: English
**Level:** Accessible for all levels
**What to expect this week:**
Movement – a steady grounding flow
Somatic Awareness – how movements really feel not how they look
Community & Social Time – english-speaking, welcoming and inclusive space for all
**What to bring:**
\- a mat \(or a towel\)
\- water bottle
\- sunscreen and comfortable clothes
\- optional: insect spray
**Cancellation Policy:**
**More than 24 hours in advance:**
Fully refundable.
**Within 24 hours or 1 to 2 hours before class:**
Non-refundable. Credit will be kept and can be used for a future class.
**Less than 1 hour before / no-show / no notice:**
The class will be counted and no refund will be issued.
**If the class is cancelled by me or due to weather:**
You’ll be notified personally and your credit will be kept for a future class.
**Before you join:**
\- If you have any injuries or health concerns\, please check with a doctor before joining\.
\- This class is not suitable to practice during pregnancy\.
\- By joining\, you take responsibility for your own safety\.
*\*\*Please be mindful and listen to your body, pausing, resting and adjusting any time you need.*
**See you on the mat.** ✨
Jessi @theflowingbreathyoga
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Connect with your local Hiking community
Trails & Ales! Blendon Woods Metro Park / Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
**History**
The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville.
Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people.
As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support.
The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts.
In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area.
**Map of the Park**
Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png).
**Summary**
For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks.
**Where We'll Meet**
We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center.
**After the Hike**
Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.
The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.
Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park
Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.
Hike Char-Mar Ridge Park
This is a small but pretty park with a 1.7-mile loop. We will walk it 2 times. It goes along a ridge and has moderate elevation changes.
Sharon Woods HIKE
Hi ladies. Let's hike the edward thomas trail, lake trail , spring creek and a short walk on the multi purpose trail. This is one large loop . Wear your shoe of choice.
Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. 4.2 miles in length .
Sharon Woods HIKE
Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles so please wear your shoe of choice.
Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.




















