Hiking

Community for all climbing enthusiasts. Whether you're an expert, a beginner, or just want to try something new, you're welcome! 🧗🏻 We meet on Tuesday/Wednesdayat 6:00 PM at Manga Climbing Alternatively, you can organize it yourself on the day you prefer. 👇 Via Privata Giovanni Livraghi 25, Milano https://maps.app.goo.gl/XjJjXMfUZ5cNRsQx6?g_st=ic Group Link https://chat.whatsapp.com/J8QIZ4TD3Yi0xBCu4qQmkb?mode=gi_t

**Hello PyData People!** We are excited to announce our next event of 2026! This time, we will be hosted at **FlixBus Italia**'s headquarters in Milan for an evening dedicated to X 📅 **When:** Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 – 18:30–21:00 📍 **Where:** FlixBus Italia, Corso Como 11, 20154 Milan ⚠️ **Important:** Spots are limited. Please keep your RSVP updated to allow others to participate if you can no longer attend. \*\*\* **🕒 Agenda** * **18:30:** 🚪 Doors open & Check-in * **19:00:** 🎤 **Talk 1:** Process geographical data in Python – Jacopo Farina * **19:45:** 🎤 **Talk 2:** Symbolic Differentiation of Matrices and N-Dimensional Arrays in SymPy – Francesco Bonazzi * **20:30:** 🍕 **Networking & Social Dinner** \*\*\* **🎤 The Talks** **1️⃣ Process geographical data in Python** Speaker: Jacopo Farina (Staff Data Engineer @ FlixBus) In this talk, we are going to see how to process data from OpenStreetMap, public transport data (like the schedule from ATM) and other sources to calculate travel distances in a city, find addresses, find where and when people are using bike sharing (BikeMI) and nice things that can be done with this data. We are also going to see what OSM is and how it represents geographical data, how this data can be imported and used in Python (using PostGIS or DuckDB), how to process it and how to display the results. About the Speaker: Jacopo Farina is a data engineer at Flixbus, where he works on the demand forecasting, and a teacher at the Data Science Retreat in Berlin. Previously he worked on the backend using Node.js, reporting and ETL. \*\*\* **2️⃣ Symbolic Differentiation of Matrices and N-Dimensional Arrays in SymPy** Speaker: Francesco Bonazzi (PhD in Physics and Software Developer @ Intesa Sanpaolo) Numerical frameworks such as PyTorch and JAX routinely compute matrix and tensor gradients via reverse-mode automatic differentiation (backpropagation) to train neural networks. By contrast, there has been a notable absence of symbolic implementations that produce exact, closed-form gradient expressions interpretable and well-suited to further algebraic manipulation. SymPy, an open-source computer algebra system written in Python, now provides comprehensive support for symbolic differentiation of matrices and N-dimensional arrays. The implementation gives users flexibility to work with either matrices or arrays, which can be handled in two ways: explicitly, by defining each component individually, or implicitly, as symbolic expressions. In the explicit case, the derivation algorithm is straightforward: the derivatives essentially amount to nested loops over the array dimensions. By contrast, the implicit algorithm is considerably more intricate, especially when deriving expressions that involve matrices. After outlining the key aspects of this algorithmic design, the talk showcases its practical value through selected examples that illustrate how closed-form symbolic matrix and tensor gradients can provide valuable insights and enable exact computations in various applications. About the Speaker: Francesco Bonazzi is a software developer and core maintainer of SymPy, a Python computer algebra system. He has contributed extensively to the library's physics, matrix algebra, tensor algebra, and probability modules. Currently, he works at Intesa Sanpaolo, focusing on the research and implementation of generative AI. Francesco holds a PhD in Physics and previously served as a researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Colloids and Interfaces in Germany and North Carolina State University in the U.S. \*\*\* **See you there! 🚀** **The PyData Milano Team**

🌿✨ **L’Acqua di San Giovanni** ✨🌿 Una notte magica, un rito antico, un gesto semplice carico di significato. Ti invito a celebrare insieme la tradizione de *L’Acqua di San Giovanni*, un rituale antico legato al solstizio d’estate che unisce natura, benessere e spiritualità. 🌸 **Cos’è?** Un infuso naturale preparato la notte tra il 23 e il 24 giugno, simbolo di purificazione, fortuna e salute. 🌼 **Come vivremo l’esperienza insieme** 📅 **Data:** Martedi 23 giugno 🕖 **Orario:** dalle 19:00 alle 20:30 circa 📍 **Ritrovo:** Parco Nord (zona laghetto) Da qui dopo una breve introduzione sul rito, partiremo per una passeggiata alla scoperta di fiori ed erbe spontanee da raccogliere e utilizzare. Raccogliendo i fiori, ci connetteremo con la natura e la ringrazieremo per l'abbondanza. Ogni partecipante avrà a disposizione un sacchettino per la raccolta e **verrà comunque assicurato un sacchettino di erbe** ciascuna. Alla fine del giro ci raccoglieremo in cerchio per condividere il "raccolto", per esprimere le nostre sensazioni ed emozioni durante l'esperienza e per condividere le istruzioni sul rituale da continuare a casa. 🌙 **Il Rituale a casa** Immergi le erbe in una ciotola d’acqua e lasciale all’aperto sotto la luna durante la notte per raccogliere la rugiada. 💧 **Il Mattino del 24 giugno** Usa l’acqua per lavare viso e mani, come gesto simbolico di rinnovamento, protezione e buon auspicio. ✨ Secondo la tradizione, questo rito protegge dai malefici, preserva la salute e porta prosperità. 🍹 Per chi vorrà, dopo la raccolta sarà possibile fermarsi per un aperitivo al Bar "Sun Strac". ⚠️ **Cosa portare:** – Acqua per idratarsi – Spray anti zanzare \- telo da mettere sull'erba per il momento di condivisione 📍 Contributo Workshop 15 euro comprensivo di: \- guida alle erbe \- sacchettino con erbe \- condivisione ⛈⛈ in caso di maltempo l'evento verrà annullato e la quota restituita. Possibilità di cancellare la prenotazione entro 48h con rimborso quota. **La presenza è confermata solo se verrà versata la quota con paypal, satispay o bonifico.** Si prega di confermare la presenza entro **sabato 20 giugno.** gruppo whatsapp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPeImG8EK1P82157K4izWP?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPeImG8EK1P82157K4izWP?mode=gi_t&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwSm5KSjAxTGdIbjhQT253bnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5bdBI-Nu-T8qID49JMnx-Z2fXrUFKo893krrnynCxvUprF7ZQXrJMS1WNzuw_aem_Wm57xQwhB-IfI4Da-z3AJg) [](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=45.525135%2C%209.188808)

**Sip & Paint @ QUO Bar** **Every Tuesday at 19:00 we meet at QUO Bar** for a relaxed and creative evening: a drink in your hand, some colors on the table, and good conversations with new people. Sip & Paint is perfect if you want to take a break from the routine, meet people and spend a different kind of evening. **No painting skills are needed** and there are no rules, the idea is simply to have fun, relax and be a little creative. **The cost is 15€ per person and includes:** • 1 drink • 1 aperitivo (snacks & bites) • all the materials needed for the activity Come alone or with friends, you’ll always find someone to sit with, chat and share the evening. **Every Tuesday — 19:00** **QUO Bar** \- Porta Romana\, Milan

🔍 **Description** Dai discorsi di apertura alle chiacchierate informali, Platmosphere ha lasciato una scia di idee. Questo meetup riassume le conversazioni che hanno suscitato maggiore interesse e spiega perché stanno influenzando l'evoluzione delle piattaforme e dei AI-native teams. * **Dal "Vibe Coding" al "Vibe Engineering"**: come abbandonare la generazione caotica di codice tramite prompt estemporanei per passare a un approccio ingegneristico governato, focalizzato sul definire il comportamento atteso del software e sul gestire in sicurezza il codice scritto dagli agenti AI. * **Il Dato come Fondamenta dell'AI (Data Fabric):** L'intelligenza artificiale non può funzionare su dati grezzi o silos isolati, ma richiede un'infrastruttura in tempo reale, pulita e arricchita di metadati per evitare fallimenti e operare in totale sicurezza operativa. * **Compliance-by-Design**: La compliance (come AI Act, GDPR e normative di settore) smette di essere un freno burocratico a valle dello sviluppo e diventa un requisito architetturale nativo automatizzato direttamente nei flussi della piattaforma. * **Composable Enterprise e Orchestrazione**: Per scalare la fiducia e la velocità di mercato, le aziende devono incapsulare le loro logiche in moduli riutilizzabili (Packaged Business Capabilities) orchestrati attraverso ecosistemi aperti, abbattendo i colli di bottiglia storici tra i vari team. * **Osservabilità e FinOps per gli Agenti AI**: L'adozione di agenti AI richiede l'estensione dei framework di monitoraggio per tracciare percorsi decisionali non-deterministici e l'integrazione di sistemi FinOps predittivi per controllare i costi nascosti legati al consumo di token. 🎙️**Speaker - Giulio Roggero** 25 anni di esperienza in software engineering, imprenditore seriale con oltre 10 iniziative imprenditoriali lanciate; oggi è co-founder e CTO di Mia-Platform de AI-Native Developer Platform Foundation nominata da Gartner “Cool Vendor” per Software Engineering Technologies e inserita nel Magic Quadrant delle piattaforme applicative cloud. Aree di interesse principali: AI, cloud native, platform engineering, data fabric ed omnichannel experience. Ama dipingere miniature di Blood Bowl, costruire con i Lego, assemblare e guidare modellini di auto radiocomandate e imparare a suonare il pianoforte. **📝 Agenda** * **18.15**: Accesso e Networking (iniziamo a conoscerci!) * **18:30:** Welcome * **18:45**: Talk * **19:30:** Q&A * **19:45:** Pizza and drinks Nessun meetup è completo senza un momento conviviale. Durante la serata saranno offerte **bevande, birra e pizza** per facilitare il networking e continuare le discussioni in modo informale. **⚠️ Nota importante:** I posti sono limitati per garantire la qualità della conversazione durante la tavola rotonda. Assicurati di fare RSVP il prima possibile! **Ti aspettiamo per dare forma insieme al futuro dello sviluppo software!**

**ATTENTION** **The event is free, but in order to secure your spot, you have to register here** **[https://radixia.zohobackstage.eu/oc-03](https://radixia.zohobackstage.eu/oc-03 )** **Registered attendant will have priority entrance to the event** Halfway through 2026, OpenClaw is no longer a curiosity. The framework has moved into production: teams are running agents against real systems, the clone ecosystem continues to expand, and the conversations have shifted from "what is this" to "how do we operate it safely and at scale". After the strong response to our previous editions, we're back in Milano with the next chapter. This event combines the power of the cloud and the innovation of Agentic AI to explore how to bring claws into production. The event will be hosted at **Amazon Web Services** HQ in Milan. Whether you're already shipping agents in production, evaluating OpenClaw for a specific use case, or just want to understand where the ecosystem is headed, the session is built for engineers, architects, and tech leads working with AI agents day-to-day. ## **🔥 Agenda** **6:30–7:00 PM — Welcome & Networking** Opening, meetup presentation, and meeting networking. **7:00–7:45 PM — From personal agent to enterprise platform: why we built Ross** *Speaker: Giovanni Germani \-\- Head of Artificial Intelligence at Fastweb \+ Vodafone \| CEO @ NextMindLab* AI agents are rapidly moving from individual experimentation to increasingly mature forms of adoption, both in the consumer world and in the enterprise. With Ross, we started this journey by launching a global version as a secure B2C personal assistant, designed to make a useful, controlled, and reliable AI agent experience accessible to everyone. Now we are bringing this vision to the enterprise context as well, where requirements become more complex: governance, security, permission control, auditability, and a sustainable operating model. **7:45–8:30 PM — Inside Ross: toward an enterprise-grade AI agent, between secure runtime and integration platform** *Speaker: Mark Zampedroni -- Head of Product Development @ NextMindLab* Building an enterprise-grade AI agent doesn't simply mean taking an autonomous agent and putting it into production. It means progressively designing an ecosystem in which the model can act on enterprise systems in a useful, controlled, observable, and secure way. In this talk, we will describe the journey through which we are transforming Ross, our enterprise-grade version of OpenClaw, from an evolved prototype into a corporate asset ready for real-world scenarios. Part of the work has already been completed: controlled runtime, tool orchestration, execution isolation, action tracing, and initial governance mechanisms. Another part is still under construction: an increasingly solid permission management model, end-to-end auditability, operational security, and scalability across enterprise use cases. Particular focus will be dedicated to the creation of a dedicated platform to connect enterprise applications to Ross in a simple, standardized, and secure way. The goal is to enable teams to quickly integrate internal systems, APIs, workflows, and data sources, reducing technical complexity while maintaining centralized control over authorizations, credentials, logging, and usage policies. The talk will therefore offer a concrete look at what we have already built, the architectural choices we are consolidating, and the open challenges still ahead in bringing AI agents "with hands" into an enterprise context. **8:30–9:00 PM — Networking and Happy Hour** ## **💡 Why join?** After the first OpenClaw meetup in Milan, we're growing our community with this second event. We want to be your landing point for agent and OpenClaw development in Milano. Focused on business and devs, and everything that makes our claws thrive: * Understand why OpenClaw is accelerating in 2026 * See real-world use cases in action * Get hands-on experience in a supportive environment * Connect with Milan's emerging OpenClaw community * Find inspiration for your next project Bring your curiosity. Claws are on us 🦞🔥 **ATTENTION** **The event is free, but in order to secure your spot, you have to register here** **[https://radixia.zohobackstage.eu/oc-03](https://radixia.zohobackstage.eu/oc-03)** **Registered attendant will have priority entrance to the event**

🎤Super international event in Milan: English Standup Comedy Open Mic!🎤 Show will be on **EVERY Tuesday** at Ostello Bello Centrale. If you see on this app only you are going, don't worry about it, we have multiple channels to post our events and we've been organizing shows for three years, we always have a big crowd where you can meet lots of friends!! We also encourage people to go on the stage for a free drink if you have funny stories or jokes! It is a free entry but **donation based** show, leave us your donations at the end of the show so we can keep English standup comedy going in Milan. Follow us on instagram: **yellowdicomedy**

Group amateur trekking including city centre **transfer**, local products **lunch**, amazing **panoramas**... and **the best vibes**! Follow us on [Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/trekabreak_/)to receive your **welcome discount** TRAIL: \>\> **Difficulty**: moderate << \>\> **Distance**: 4,9km (round trip) << \>\> **Time**: 2h05 (round trip) << \>\> **Elevation Gain**: 404m << \>\> **Menù**: gluten free, vegetarian and vegan alternatives << \>\> For all the details: [www.trek-a-break.com](https://www.trek-a-break.com/home.php) << Perfect for **nature lovers**, **solo travellers** and **small groups** looking for an authentic escape from Milan! **Define in advance** your pick-up point (Milan Darsena or Porta Venezia) and your preferred lunch menu in the online registration form. **Registration closes** two days before the trek or when the tour gets fully booked. **Free cancellation** is available up to five days before the event. **When the day comes**, hop on the minivan around 8:00 am (exact time depends on the route) and head to the mountains 60-90 min outside Milan. Get ready to explore high-beauty / low-effort routes with no technical difficulties, for a full day of breathtaking nature, Alpine culture and mountain gastronomy. **You’ll enjoy** spectacular views of Lake Como, walk surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, wander through ancient villages, discover Alpine stories and monuments, explore World War I defense systems and finally relax over a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, including: starter, main course, side dish, dessert, drink and coffee. The adventure ends around 5:00–6:00 pm, when the minivan brings everyone back to their pick-up point - **with eyes full of beauty and hearts filled with memories** ✨

Bergeggi is a small tourist town located on the Ligurian coast, just a few kilometers from Savona. Its unique geographical setting makes it a true gem. This charming seaside village is surrounded by nature and hills, and above all by crystal-clear waters that wash over its beaches, among the most sought-after in the area. **PROGRAM** 10:00 AM – Meeting point at Bar Latteria Era, Via Aurelia 390, 17047 Vado Ligure (SV) 10:15 AM – Departure for Bergeggi 11:15 AM – Arrival in Bergeggi, beach time, free time, and lunch (packed lunch or at local restaurants/facilities) Around 6:00 PM – Return Difficulty level: Easy Walking time: Approximately 40 minutes each way Distance: About 3 km each way Terrain: Flat What to Bring : Water and snacks, Beach towel, Swimsuit **Note 1:** The starting point of the walk must be reached 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 a page for publishing the event and giving a general idea of 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.people together to enjoy pleasant shared experiences. [www.gitup.it](http://www.gitup.it/) [https://www.facebook.com/gitupassociazione](https://www.facebook.com/gitupassociazione)

June 24th · 6:30 PM Casa Brera Rooftop — Milan Limited spots available *** A refined aperitivo experience set at the **rooftop of Casa Brera,** one of Milan’s most elegant and aesthetically curated destinations. An evening designed to blend conversation, atmosphere, and a shared appreciation for beauty, where everything feels effortless yet intentionally designed. Guests will be welcomed into an exclusive rooftop setting in the heart of Milan, where they will enjoy a thoughtfully curated aperitivo experience surrounded by golden light, sophisticated details, and the vibrant energy of the city at sunset. More than a simple aperitivo, this is an opportunity to step into a space where like-minded women meet, exchange ideas, and connect over a shared lifestyle. **Dress code:** fancy outfits — delicate textures, feminine silhouettes, and elevated evening details. Due to the intimate nature of the experience, availability is extremely limited. **Early reservation is strongly recommended.** We look forward to welcoming you. ✨ *** ⚠️ 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.

ITALIANO Evento gratuito Ciao a tutti! Questa domenica vi propongo uma passeggiata al Parco Sempione, il parco più famoso di Milano. Il parco ha un'estensione di 386.000m² e si trova al centro della città: un'oasi verde ideale per rilassarsi e passeggiare tra viali alberati e prati fioriti. Dopo la passeggiata, per chi vuole, possiamo bere qualcosa o fare aperitivo. Ci troveremo all'uscita della fermata della metro rossa Cairoli M1, davanti al negozio Decathlon. Programma Ore 17.30-17.40: Raduno dei partecipanti Ore 17.45: Partenza Trovate altre info sui gruppi Telegram e Facebook: Telegram: https://t.me/+ImpLzLM9vRcyODQ8 Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1185913102643016/?ref=share Vi aspetto! ‐----------------- ENGLISH Free event Hi all! This Sunday I propose a walk in Sempione Park, the most famous park in Milan. It has an area of ​​386,000sm and it is in the city center: an ideal green area for relaxing and walking among tree-lined avenues and meadows with flowers. After the walk, if you want, we can have a drink or happy hour. We will meet at the exit of Cairoli M1 Station of the red subway, next to Decathlon shop. Program 5.30pm-5.40pm: Meeting 5.45pm: Departure You can find other info on Telegram and Facebook groups: Telegram: https://t.me/+ImpLzLM9vRcyODQ8 Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1185913102643016/?ref=share See you!

Yoga al parco + campane di cristallo di quarzo Con l’avvicinarsi della bella stagione riprendono le lezioni di yoga al parco: una pratica di Vinyasa (yoga dinamico) adatta a tutti i livelli. Vi aspetto domani alle 17:00, la posizione viene comunicata su whatsapp al momento dell’iscrizione. Prezzo €10 Porta il tuo tappetino ed eventuali props. Animali domestici ammessi. 🐶 (benvenuti anzi) Vi aspetto numerosissimi Gaia

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 **Wednesday Park Yoga in Sempione with Ozzy** Join us for a mindful yoga session in the park **Time:** 20:00 **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. Invoices are available upon request. 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

Partecipa a una lezione gratuita di yoga all’aperto, aperta a tutti i livelli. Muoviti, respira, rilassati e incontra nuove persone in un’atmosfera accogliente e rigenerante. Dopo la pratica, se vuoi, fermati al bistrot per un caffè, un brunch o un drink e continua a condividere momenti e nuove connessioni. Porta con te il tuo tappetino yoga e unisciti a noi! ⸻ ⚠️ Nota importante sulla prenotazione I posti sono limitati. Ti chiediamo di iscriverti solo se sei sicuro di partecipare. In caso di imprevisti, ti invitiamo gentilmente a cancellare la prenotazione il prima possibile, così da lasciare il posto a qualcun altro della community. Grazie per la collaborazione! 🇬🇧 Join a free outdoor yoga class, open to all levels. Move, breathe, relax, and meet new people in a welcoming and uplifting atmosphere. After practice, feel free to stay for a coffee, brunch, or a drink at the bistrot and continue sharing moments and new connections. Bring your yoga mat and join us! ⸻ ⚠️ Important booking note Spots are limited. Please register only if you are sure you can attend. If something comes up, we kindly ask you to cancel your booking as soon as possible so someone else from the community can take your place.

The only Metro Park with a fire tower! **History** [Scioto Grove Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/scioto-grove/) officially became the 19th park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system when it opened to the public on May 6, 2016. Located along a scenic bend of the Scioto River in Grove City, just south of Columbus, the 620-acre park was designed to blend preservation with modern recreation. Long before it became a park, this river corridor served as a vital footpath and trade route for Indigenous communities. Decades later, the mature forests and dramatic river bluffs caught the eye of conservationists looking to expand regional green spaces. The grand opening was a major milestone, drawing over 19,000 visitors in its very first weekend. The creation of the park was made possible through a sequence of land acquisitions and strong community partnerships. In October 2009, Franklin County voters approved a critical property tax levy that funded the initial purchase of 66 acres. Shortly after, the City of Grove City generously donated nearly 193 acres of land, previously known as Talbot Park, to anchor the project. Additional parcels were acquired using state grants from the Clean Ohio Conservation Fund, successfully closing the gap between properties by December 2012. This collaborative funding model ensured that pristine wilderness areas remained completely protected from commercial development. From its inception, the park aimed to introduce innovative amenities to the regional park system, most notably the concept of "urban backpacking". Through a key partnership with the outdoor gear retailer REI Co-op, the park established the scenic REI River Trail. This trail features five rustic, reservation-only campsites along the river, specifically designed to give newcomers a safe place to practice backpacking close to home. Additionally, planners prioritized making the park fully pet-friendly, allowing leashed dogs across all trails and areas. This open-pet policy uniquely distinguished Scioto Grove from many other traditional Columbus Metro Parks. As the park grew in popularity, community members established special commemorative landmarks to honor local lives. In June 2019, a dedicated memorial garden was unveiled near the park entrance in memory of Reagan Tokes, an Ohio State University student. The serene space features a central pond bordered by bright blue flowers, representing her favorite color. A primary buckeye tree stands alongside a dedicated plaque, surrounded by four additional buckeye trees to represent her immediate family members. This addition transformed a portion of the park into a meaningful place for community reflection, healing, and peace. The historical depth of the park took a significant leap forward with the relocation of a massive piece of Ohio history. In August 2023, Metro Parks officially unveiled the Keystone Forest Lookout Tower, which had been carefully moved from Jackson County, Ohio. Originally constructed in 1942 by the Aermotor Windmill Company, the 82-foot-tall metal structure spent decades guarding southern Ohio’s vast forests from devastating wildfires. Workers painstakingly disassembled, re-galvanized, and reassembled the historic landmark at Scioto Grove. Today, visitors can climb its 111 steep steps to experience a panoramic view stretching all the way to the downtown Columbus skyline. **Map of the Park** Here is a [map of Scioto Grove](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SGR-map_1980px_2026.jpg). **Summary** We will hike around 5 miles on the Overlook, REI River, Mingo, and Arrowhead Trails. While the configuration of the trails can lead us to occasionally taking longer hikes than at other parks, Scioto Grove is not generally a very strenuous place to hike. If you use hiking poles and inadvertently forget them, this is not a park where you're likely to end up caring that much. That said, Scioto Grove is one of the better Metro Parks for hiking as well as other things. They are the only Metro Park with five camping areas where you can literally pitch a tent and sleep for the night. You must contact the park and reserve these in advance; they are however free. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Area, near the restrooms and playground. Arrowhead is the main picnic and parking area of the park, and it also has the only water fountain at Scioto Grove. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Grove City Brewing](https://www.grovecitybrewery.com/) for [drinks and food](https://www.grovecitybrewery.com/menu). They have pretty good hamburgers. I was mortified to discover that I've never had their [Grove City Hooyah](https://www.beermenus.com/beers/486553-grove-city-hooyah) before, but I will correct that during this event. The actual address of the brewery is [3946 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123](https://www.google.com/maps/place/3946+Broadway,+Grove+City,+OH+43123/@39.8836912,-83.0919635,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88389b3a28d0f4ad:0x3d85c41f608406c6!8m2!3d39.8836912!4d-83.0919635!16s%2Fg%2F11g8dh6h1_?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.

Join us for a beautiful walk in the park this Tuesday at 7 pm! We will hike two miles through the beautiful landscaped gardens of Inniswood Metro Park. Our trail will be a combo of boardwalks, dirt trails and paved paths winding through the flowers and woods.

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.

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.

Meet at the Maple Grove picnic area for a 4 mile hike at 18 min/mile pace.