New! Gardening Ambassador Kick Off Training
If you already find joy in caring for plants or tending your own garden, the Maimon Memorial Garden is a beautiful place to put those skills to work. Our Gardening Ambassadors play an important role in keeping this space thriving, helping with watering, weeding, and seasonal planting while also creating a welcoming presence for visitors. Because this role often involves working independently, volunteers who have some prior gardening or plant-care experience tend to feel especially comfortable jumping in. Join us for the Gardening Ambassador Kickoff Training on April 16 at 9am. During this session, you'll learn more about the role, meet horticulture staff, tour the garden, and take part in a hands-on planting so you can get a feel for what volunteering as a Garden Ambassador is like. Come grow something meaningful with us! View more details and to RSVP to the training, click the green RSVP button below.
Plus, Sharpen Your Skilled with Proper Pruner Training! Calling all green-thumbs - whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this training is for you! Join us on March 20 at Cox Arboretum to learn the art and science of proper pruning. We'll start indoors with a quick PowerPoint on tools and techniques, then head outside for hands-on practice. It's a fun way to boost your gardening know-how and help keep our parks looking their best. Don't leaf this opportunity hanging - RSVP today! View more details and to RSVP to the training, click the green RSVP button below.
Dig In and De-Stress: Join Our MetroParks Gardening Crew! There's something special about getting your hands in the dirt - feeling the sun on your face, breathing in the fresh air, and watching something beautiful grow. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just love the idea of spending time in nature, we have the perfect spot for you! View all this season's gardening opportunities by clicking the blue VOLUNTEER button below. 
 Backcountry Season Kick Off & Volunteer Training
We are excited to be kicking off the backcountry season with this volunteer training! Are you a volunteer interested in outdoor recreation at Five Rivers MetroParks who enjoys hiking, backpacking, and camping? Then, this is the training you don't want to miss! We invite you to attend an engaging and interactive session at the Twin Valley Welcome Center, the hub of many of our backcountry programs. During this session, you'll participate in hands-on activities and interactive stations designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a real impact supporting these programs. View more details and RSVP by clicking the green RSVP button below.
Historic Interpreter Spring TrainingDo you enjoy working with people? Have an interest in history? Historic Interpreter volunteers are part of the programming team bringing the Daniel Arnold Historic Farm to life by interpreting 19th century farm life. New and returning volunteers are invited to attend this hands-on training for the Historic Farm at Carriage Hill MetroPark. The training will create an enriching experience for newer volunteers, as well as leadership opportunities for returning volunteers. It will aide volunteers in being well-rounded in all things Carriage Hill and enhance the visitor experience by helping the staff plan for dynamic living history offerings during farm open days. Volunteers can choose either date: March 12 or March 14 to participate in this in-person training. Learn more and RSVP by clicking the green RSVP button below. 
Fishing Programs Season Kick OffJoin us as a volunteer and become part of something meaningful! Volunteers will be introduced to the new Ohio Division of Natural Resources First Cast Curriculum, learn some fly-fishing basics, and explore the lineup of fishing programs and volunteer opportunities scheduled for 2026. This engaging session offers hands-on experiences across various stations, empowering you to build your fishing knowledge and skills while strengthening our vibrant fishing community. View more details and to RSVP for the training, click the green RSVP button below.
 Adopt-A-Park
Adopt-A-Park is back Saturday, April 25th! Five Rivers MetroParks celebrates Earth Day on Saturday, April 25th, during Adopt--A-Park, our annual public volunteer service day that invites community members of all ages, accessibility levels, and backgrounds to come together to help protect the region's natural heritage and MAKE A DIFFERENCE. View all of this year's opportunities and sign up to support by clicking the blue VOLUNTEER button below.
Adopt-A-Park Service Kits are available again this year for safe, independent litter pick-up! These kits are perfect for families with younger children and larger groups looking to make a difference together in MetroParks, in your neighborhood, or other community green spaces. Click here to learn more and reserve your kit, then schedule your kit pick-up at one of our drive-thru service kit distributions.
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