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Eastern Camping Meet & Greet Social Dinner
Come and join us to find out more about our Caravan & Camping Group. at our **[May'26 Meet & Greet](https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/eastern-camping/events/312273319/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)** at this unique venue. From it's origins as a place of Worship, it has been transformed over the years as a place of Culinary Delight and Entertainment - All using the Church Vibe - Heavenly Pancakes to it's current conception as **Amazing Grace**.
**[Click here for Bookings that are required in the Eastern Camping Meet & Greet Event](https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/eastern-camping/events/312273319/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)**
Try Dragon Boating – Saturday Come & Try (Beginner Friendly)
**🚣♀️Ever wanted to try dragon boating?**
Join us for a beginner-friendly Saturday morning “Come & Try” session at Docklands—no experience needed.
👉 Just RSVP or message us and come along
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**What to expect:**
* Quick safety briefing + basic paddling tips
* Join our crew for a real on-water training session
* Friendly, supportive environment (perfect for beginners)
* ☕ Optional coffee catch-up after
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**What happens after?**
If you enjoy it, you can:
* Join our weekday trainings (Tues/Thurs evenings) in addition to Saturday sessions
* Continue to paddle with us for 30 days free on the Dragon Pass
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**What to bring:**
* Comfortable clothes to exercise in
* Water bottle
* Sun protection
* Change of clothes (you may get a little splash)
👉 We provide all equipment (paddle + life jacket)
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Location:
Community Hub at the Dock
912 Collin’s Street, Docklands (waterfront side)
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**👊Come give it a go this Saturday!!**
No experience needed—just turn up and try it.
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**Can’t make Saturday?**
We also train Tuesday & Thursday evenings at 6pm—just reach out and we’ll help you get started.
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**Southern Storm Paddle Club** trains all year around in Docklands, weather permitting. (Rain is not an issue!)
If you have any questions, please get in touch with us on Facebook, meetup or email on [southernstormpaddleclub@gmail.com](mailto:southernstormpaddleclub@gmail.com)
Follow the team on Social Media @
[https://www.instagram.com/southernstormpc/ ](https://www.instagram.com/southernstormpc/)[https://www.facebook.com/southernstormpaddleclub/](https://www.facebook.com/southernstormpaddleclub/)
Saturday Morning Walk @ Ruffey Lake Park Templestowe 3106 🙋🏻♀️
Hi Radiant Ladies,
Join us for a refreshing Saturday walk at Ruffey Lake Park.
👭 Walk at your own pace
🐕 Dogs welcome
☕ Coffee after
🌦️ We walk every Saturday (unless it’s pouring)
New ladies welcome. See you!
Leanne & Lyn 💕
Hunting Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Saturday Albert Park City 🌆 Kayaking 🚣🏻& Friends
### **🚣♂️ Saturday Kayaking at Albert Park Lake! 🌅**
Get ready for a **kayaking adventure** right in the heart of the city at the **Sunset & Golden Hour!** 🚣♀️✨ Join us this **Saturday** for a fun-filled paddle session, complete with **good vibes, great company, music, and a stunning sunset** over the water. 🌇🎶
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### **🎟️ Package Includes – Only $39 PP!**
✅ **Kayaks & gears** 🚣♂️
✅ **Soft drinks & snacks** 🥤🍏
✅ **Hot tea & coffee** 🍵☕
✅ **Music & a relaxed social atmosphere** 🎶
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### **📍 Meeting Point & Details:**
📅 **Day:** Saturday
📍 **Location:** Albert Park Lake
💲 **Price:** $39 per person
🌊 **Kayaks available – Let’s make some waves!** 🌊
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### **💳 How to Book:**
📩 **RSVP with a $39 transfer** to secure your spot!
**Please note:** An RSVP alone does not secure your spot — only a transfer confirms your place on the trip. Thanks for understanding!
🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458
🔹 **Bank Transfer:**
**NAME:** KARAPETIAN G
**BSB:** 013233
**ACCOUNT:** 226325836
**Ref:** Alb
🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!**
S*pots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!*
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Credited or refunded only if the event is canceled/moved. Non-refundable in any other cases
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### **🛶 What to Bring:**
✔️ Waterproof/water-repellent clothing 🌊
✔️ Or spare clothes & shoes (just in case!) 👕👟
✔️ A positive mindset & excitement for an awesome time! 😃
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### **📢 Important!**
📺 **Before attending, please watch these short videos on kayaking safety & techniques:**
https://youtu.be/TAEkR13ChPs
https://youtu.be/Calmsh4zI5U
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### **📲 Have Questions?**
Feel free to **DM or call me** ! 📞💬
📌 **Follow & Stay Updated:**
🌍 **Facebook Group:**
https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share
📸 **Instagram:** @nogeography.hike.kayak
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🚣♂️💙 **Get ready for an unforgettable kayaking experience – see you on the water!** 🌊✨
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**LIABILITY WAIVER**
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.
## **COVID-19 Safety Measures**
* The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event.
* Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat.
* If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending.
* Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!
Artisan's Guild
Celebrate Melbourne's creative community at **The Artisan’s Guild**, running **every Sunday, 2–6pm** inside the **Fortress Melbourne Tavern**.
Meet local artists and makers, discover unique handmade pieces—from prints and pins to jewellery and crafty curios—and chat with the people behind the work.
Make an afternoon of it: order a pint or a mocktail, grab some legendary Tavern fare, and settle in amongst the cozy medieval vibes. Even watch our D&F tables pave their adventure together!
Whether you’re hunting for a gift, building your hoard of treasures, or just here for the chill weekend vibes, this is the perfect low-key Sunday.
Free entry. Family-friendly. Drop in anytime.
Are you a maker interested in a stall at a future Guild? Get in touch with Fortress Melbourne to apply. hi@fortress.games
**TERMS & CONDITIONS**
* *Fortress is a licensed venue, and as such, a valid ID is required and checked upon entrance to the premises.*
* *Unaccompanied minors are not permitted in the venue at any time. Please make sure any guests under 18 are accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.*
* *Minors are not allowed in the venue past 8:00 pm*
* *No outside food or drinks.*
*More information on valid forms of identification and Fortress' minors policy can be found here: [www.fortress.games/minors/](https://www.fortress.games/minors/)*
🌿 YARRA Ranges Adventure day: Hike, Kayak, Meditation & Satay Meal
* 🌏 **MELBOURNE → YARRA Ranges** 🌲🏙️
* 📅 **SUN 17 MAY, DAY TRIP ☀️**
* 🍃 Where forest whispers meet gentle adventure
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🌿 **Yarra Ranges Escape — A Refined Nature Experience**
Step beyond the city into the quiet elegance of the Yarra Ranges — where forest air is crisp, the pace is unhurried, and every moment feels considered.
Hidden among the forest stands the old chimney — a subtle reminder of Victoria’s early timber days — alongside a peaceful water wheel turning slowly beside the stream.
This is a place to slow down.
We **hike** gently through lush forest trails, listening to birds and flowing water, with time to pause, take in the surroundings, and maybe spot a **koala** resting high in the trees.
We then gather for a **European satay meal,** thoughtfully prepared and fully included, enjoyed outdoors in a calm natural setting — simple, refined, and shared.
A **guided meditation** invites stillness and clarity, before we ease into a serene **kayaking** experience on a quiet lake, surrounded by soft reflections and open space.
✨ Small group. Premium comfort. Seamless experience.
A day designed to feel effortless, balanced, and quietly memorable. 🌿This is more than just a trip.
*\* It’s a day of simple pleasures — nature, movement, and good food, all taken slowly. 🌿*
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🌟 **What’s Included**
✅ Guided 9 km **forest hike** (easy) 🥾
✅ **Kayaking** on a calm lake (all equipment included) 🛶
✅ Guided **meditation** in nature 🍃
✅ **European satay meal (included in the program)** 🍽️
✅ Unlimited **snacks, soft drinks, coffee** & tea ☕
✅ Premium round-trip transport **MERCEDES** minivan 🚐
✅ Small-group atmosphere & meaningful connections 👥
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🌿 **Your Itinerary: A Day in the Yarra Ranges**
🕢 **7:30 AM** — Pickup at St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street
🚐 **8:00 AM** — Short stop for **break** & refresh
☕ **9:15 AM** — Arrival + **morning coffee,** tea & snacks (included)
🌿 **9:30 AM** — Forest **Hike** begins (9 km, easy, \~160m elevation)
🍽️ **12:30 PM — European satay meal (included) + Snacks/drinks (inc.)**
🧘 **1:30 PM** — **Meditation** & grounding in nature
🛶 **2:30 PM** — **Kayaking** session (easy & **beginner**-friendly)
☕ **3:30 PM** — Relax by the lake / tea break
🚐 **4:30 PM** — Depart back to Melbourne
🌆 **6:00 PM** — Return to **city,** calm and refreshed
📍 Drop-off: Hamer Hall, Melbourne
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**💰 How to Book?**
Secure your spot with a **$99 transfer**:
🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458
🔹 **Bank Transfer:**
**NAME:** KARAPETIAN G
**BSB:** 013233
**ACCOUNT:** 226325836
**Ref:** YR
🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!**
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❗️**Please Note:**
**Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.**
In all other circumstances, payments are **non-refundable and non-transferable**.
❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿
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**🎒 What to Bring?**
✔️ **Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)**
**✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket**🧥
✔️ **Long pants & long sleeves** 🌿
✔️ **Hat/beanie** 🧢
✔️ **A positive mindset & big smile!**
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📢 **Questions?** Feel free to **DM me anytime!** 📩
✨ **Let’s make this an adventure to remember**
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Visit our sources:
[https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share](https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share)
Instagram:
[nogeography.hike.kayak](http://nogeography.hike.kayak/)
[https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/no-geography-hike-and-kayak/](https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/no-geography-hike-and-kayak/)
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**\*A day in nature is a day well spent**
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**LIABILITY WAIVER**
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.
## **COVID-19 Safety Measures**
* The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event.
* Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat.
* If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending.
* Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!
Dinners at “Old Street Hunan Restaurant” 正宗湘菜“老街湘菜馆”
ADDRESS: it is inside Mid City Centre, 200 Bourke Street, Old Street Hunan Restaurant 老街湘菜馆
I will be in front of the restaurant holding a MEETUP" sign from 6:30 to 6:35. Please update your RSVP.
Please join our Facebook Group; the Link is attached here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/172BrZ4TKU/
Authentic Hunan Style Chinese food. 正宗传统湘菜,有回家的温馨感觉。
It's a very immersive eating environment, with all the popular street names hanging on the wall, very homely. It is my hometown food by the way. I can make some good suggestions, and we can share a few dishes together if you guys like.
Organiser's fees组织者费用: free event.
Please "Subscribe" and "Like" the group video.
[https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0](https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0)
🌍 JUST GUTSY — Solo Travelers Meetup (Melbourne 4PM local time)
No agenda. No awkward intros. Just good people.
Just Gutsy is a weekly meetup for solo travelers, nomads and locals who love meeting them, a simple way to find your people in a new city.
Who comes:
Solo travelers in transit · digital nomads · curious locals who love meeting travelers
What to expect:
casual and self-led · small group energy · show up, talk to someone, see where it goes
Not sure how to talk to strangers? I put together a set of questions that actually make it easy — find them here: [justgutsy.com/icebreakers](http://justgutsy.com/icebreakers)
The only things you need to do:
→ Comment below so others know you're coming
→ If plans change, update your RSVP
→ When you arrive: comment "Here, [what you're wearing]" so people find you
When & where:
• Every Sunday · 4PM local time
Meetup.com sometimes shows a different timezone — ignore it, it's always 4PM where you are
• Location: in front of the Dolphin Fountain (inside Fitzroy Gardens)
Join Just Gutsy → [justgutsy.com](http://justgutsy.com/) · Early members get lifetime premium access to the app
Castlemaine to Maldon Rail Trail (Return via the Victorian Goldfields Railway)
**HIKE OVERVIEW:**
**The Castlemaine to Maldon Rail Trail is a 16.7km, moderate hike which runs parallel to the Victorian Goldfields Railway. It passes through bushland, farmland and some gold-era historical sites.**
**We will start and meet at Castlemaine Train Station and walk towards Maldon. Our route will take us via Muckleford Train Station.**
**We will return back to Castlemaine aboard the steam train operated by the Victorian Goldfields Railway. This historic railway served rural Victoria from 1880 through to the 1970’s and has been restored to its former glory.**
**Excursion class one way tickets are $37 ($32 concession) and once you have confirmed your attendance, I will advise here in comments when to book your one-way ticket from Maldon. Please wait for the go-ahead to book your tickets as the event may be suspended if we don’t attract enough interest.** ***when advised*** **you can book your tickets at the following link:**
[Book train ticket](https://secure.vgr.com.au/BookingCat/Availability/)
**USEFUL LINKS:**
**For more details on the route including the gradient involved please see the links below.**
[https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/australia/victoria/railway-track-maldon-to-castlemaine?sh=uoghfo](https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/australia/victoria/railway-track-maldon-to-castlemaine?sh=uoghfo)
[https://www.vgr.com.au/](https://www.vgr.com.au/)
**Lunch**
**Lunch: In Maldon we will stop for lunch at the Maldon Hotel, 58 Main St.**
[Maldon Hotel](https://www.google.com.au/search?client=safari&hs=mGY&sca_esv=b3ca9c57de57aa89&channel=41&biw=393&bih=641&sxsrf=ANbL-n5zcNoRt1nlnk20vEuCOQZJ3tv4UQ%3A1778719407548&kgmid=%2Fg%2F1tdfyvxv&q=Maldon%20Hotel&shem=rimspwouoe&shndl=30&source=sh%2Fx%2Floc%2Fact%2Fm4%2F3)
**BEING PREPARED:**
1. **Arrange your transport**
1. **Check the weather forecast**
1. **Suitable footwear / clothing**
1. **Plenty of water / food / snacks**
**RSVP’s / START TIME:**
**Plans change, but please keep your RSVP up to date to allow others the chance to attend. Aim to arrive 15 minutes before the start time and message if you are running late. Remember that phone reception won't always be available so contact me as soon as possible if required.**
**NOTIFICATIONS:**
**All notifications will come via the Meetup app. Ensure you have enabled alerts & check the app in the lead up to an event. Notifications may include; comments, instructions & cancellations.**
**QUESTIONS:**
**Please feel free to post any questions.**
Hunting Events Near You
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Women’s Night Out: Boots, Bites & Good Vibes
Who’s up for a fun night out?
Get your boots on, grab your cowboy hat, and let’s have some fun!
Thinking about checking out PBR Cowboy Bar & Smokehouse for a lively evening to unwind, connect, and enjoy the night together.
• Lively atmosphere with country vibes
• Delicious food + drinks
• Music, dancing, and lots of laughs
• Great conversation and new connections
COUNT Discussion Meeting: Topic: Current Events
We may pick a specific topic and post in advance or may discuss current events and various ad hoc topics . We would love to spend time hanging out and getting to know one another.
Atheist, agnostics, other non-theists, and atheist-friendly people are welcome to join us.
Note: COUNT operates a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions (http://www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions/) to promote discussions among members and visitors.
COUNT monthly event: Kitchen service at Van Buren Center's shelter
Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above.
There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change.
The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/).
Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers.
For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.
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.
Ticks in Licking County, Diseases and Prevention - Hebron Library - Free
The number of ticks and tick diseases in Ohio have quickly multiplied over the last 10 years. Dean Kreager discusses tick species, tick pathogens, tick-borne diseases, tick bite prevention, and proper tick removal. Kreager is an Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with OSU Extension in Licking County
* Lakewood Public Library (in Hebron)- May 26 at 7pm [https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/tick-talk-29621](https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/tick-talk-29621)
* Johnstown public library at 7:00 pm June 8
[https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/ctick-talk-29622](https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/ctick-talk-29622)
Free to attend, no RSVP needed
















