Wintering the Oaks (6, 10 or 16 miles)
Schedule
Sat, 22 Feb, 2025 at 08:00 am
UTC-05:00Location
Oak Openings Preserve Metropark | Swanton, OH
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Oak Openings, Beach Ridge Area, WheelhouseFebruary 22, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Reservations Required, Fee: $10
This registration signs you up for 2/22/25 Wintering the Oaks (6, 10, or 16 Miles.)
Take a step toward your fitness goals by signing up for Metroparks Trail Challenge and earn a special ‘Wintering the Metroparks’ sticker. Join the Trail Challenge community to set goals, hike, and experience the best Metroparks Toledo has to offer.
Join us and fellow outdoor enthusiasts to hike the Scout Trail through the incredible Oak Openings Region, one of the last great places on earth according to the Nature Conservancy. Pick between the 6, 10, or 16 mile hikes.
The 10 mile course will take you on the north side of the Scout Trail and utilize the Wabash Cannonball Trail. (10.44 miles)
The 16 mile course will take you on one of the true long distance hikes in the area and hike the whole Scout Trail. (16.54 miles)
Meet at Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, the Wheelhouse.
8:00 AM, Check-in for 10 and 16 mile hikes
8:30 AM, Start for 10 and 16 mile hike
10:00-11:00 AM, Rolling start for 6 mile hike
10:00 AM-3:00 PM, S’mores and hot chocolate.
- Pre-registration is $10 per person for those aged 5+. Ages 4 and under are free. Pre-registration ends on 2/21/25 at noon.
- Day-of registration will increase to $15 per person--credit card only.
This event runs rain, snow, or shine! Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear. Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Participants must bring their own filled reusable water bottle and snacks for their hike. 16 mile hikers should have previous hiking experience and need to be back before sunset. The 16 mile hike will cancel if there is a significant amount of snow. These 6, 10 and 16 mile hikes do not include shuttle service.
Wintering the Oaks, February 22, 2025 (6, 10 or 16 Miles) https://ohmetroparkstoledoweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=PST&fmid=36136418
Wintering the Glass City, March 15, 2025 (3.5 miles) https://ohmetroparkstoledoweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=PST&fmid=36136816
If you are unable to register online, please call 419-407-9700 to speak with a member of our Customer Service department during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Must register all participants unless otherwise noted.
Dogs are not permitted unless otherwise noted.
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Where is it happening?
Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, 4139 Girdom,South Swanton, Ohio, Swanton, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
