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09/09/2026

🌟 Outdoor Inclusive Adventures is almost here! 🌟

We are getting closer to an incredible day with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, filled with fun, adventure, connection, and inclusive outdoor experiences for everyone!

Whether you’re joining us for kayaking, creeking, or one of the many other activities planned throughout the day, we can’t wait to welcome you to Outdoor Inclusive Adventures! 🛶☀️

Be sure to check out the map and Q&A below for important information about parking, the entrance, where to check in, and what to expect when you arrive! Most importantly, come ready to have fun! We’re so excited to bring our community together for a day where everyone can get outside, try something new, make memories, and enjoy the great outdoors.

Share this post with your family and friends, save it for later, and make sure everyone in your group has the information they need!

We can’t wait to see you, adventure with you, and make this a day to remember! 🌟

🎟 Haven’t registered yet? No worries, there’s still time! Grab your FREE tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994151459697?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/08/2026

🧠✨ FREE Virtual Resource Session: Understanding Sensory Processing with Sensory Savvy Kids

Join us for a special resource session with Sensory Savvy Kids to learn more about sensory processing and how it can impact the way children experience their bodies, regulate emotions, interact with their environment, and participate in everyday activities.

📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
💻 Virtual

This session is a great opportunity for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone who supports children to gain practical strategies and a better understanding of sensory needs.

🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2000185092455?aff=oddtdtcreator

We hope you’ll join us! 💙

09/08/2026

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Weekend of Adaptive Sports!

Join The YMCA of Central Ohio on September 25th–27th at the Whitehall YMCA for the Adaptive Disc Golf & Sports Clinic!

Whether you're an athlete, volunteer, family member, or simply looking to explore adaptive recreation, there’s something for everyone!

👉 Scan the QR codes on the flyer to register as a Participant or Volunteer!

09/07/2026

📸 10 YEARS OF MEMORIES! 📸

If you've joined us for the YMCA of Central Ohio's Outdoor Inclusive Adventures (OIA) before, you know there's something special about spending a day outside with our community. 🌿

Now we're celebrating 10 years of inclusive outdoor adventure with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks! 🎉

Whether this will be your first OIA or your tenth, we'd love to have you there! Swipe through and take a look back at some OIA moments from years past! 👀💚

📅 September 13 | 11 AM–3 PM
📍 Prairie Oaks Metro Park – Darby Bend Lake
🎟️ FREE!
REGISTER TODAY → https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994151459697?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/04/2026

⏰ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! ⏰

We're getting closer to our YMCA of Central Ohio 10th Annual Outdoor Inclusive Adventures with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks🎉🌿

Bring your family and enjoy:
🛶 Boating
🎣 Fishing
🥾 Nature activities
🎨 Crafts
🦉 Wildlife
✨ Character fun
⚽ Dribbling a soccer ball with The Columbus Crew!

📅 September 13 | 11 AM–3 PM
🎟️ It's FREE, but registration is required!
REGISTER NOW: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994151459697?aff=oddtdtcreator

💚 Don't miss the adventure!

Welcome to the 10th annual Outdoor Inclusive Adventures! Join us to get outdoors, get active, and PLAY!

09/02/2026

✨🌿 TRY SOMETHING NEW AT OIA! 🌿✨

Sometimes the best adventures begin with simply saying… “Let's give it a try!”

At YMCA of Central Ohio Outdoor Inclusive Adventures with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, families have the opportunity to step outside their comfort zone, discover something new, and find a new favorite activity, all in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Maybe you'll:
🛶 Try kayaking or canoeing for the first time
🎣 Cast a fishing line and see what you catch
🦉 Meet an animal from the Ohio Wildlife Center
🚛 Explore some BIG trucks during Touch-a-Truck
🫧 Jump into sensory play and bubble fun
🎨 Create something new with crafts
🌿 Explore nature in a whole new way
⚽ Dribble a soccer ball with The Columbus Crew!

📅 September 13 | 11 AM–3 PM
📍 Prairie Oaks Metro Park – Darby Bend Lake
🎟️ REGISTER TODAY! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994151459697?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/31/2026

🐢 WILDLIFE ADVENTURES AWAIT!✨

Who’s ready to meet some amazing animals?! 👀

The Ohio Wildlife Center will be joining us at our YMCA of Central Ohio 10th Annual Outdoor Inclusive Adventures with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, bringing the opportunity for families to learn about and experience Ohio’s incredible wildlife! 🐢🐍

Come get curious, ask questions, and discover more about the animals that call Ohio home. It’s a fun, hands-on way to connect with nature and make memories together!

📅 Sunday, September 13th
⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Prairie Oaks Metro Park – Darby Bend Lake
🎉 10 years of outdoor adventure, and it's completely FREE!
🎟️ Registration is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994151459697?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/28/2026

💚 10 YEARS OF OIA... AND WE COULDN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOU! 🙌

Our amazing volunteers help make OIA a fun, welcoming, and inclusive experience for every family! From adaptive activities to greeting guests and lending a helping hand, you make a difference.

Want to join us this year? We’d love to have you!

📅 Sunday, September 13th
⏰ Various Volunteer Shifts Available
📍 Prairie Oaks Metro Park – Darby Bend Lake

🙌 Sign up to volunteer:

We need volunteers for our 2026 Outdoor Inclusive Adventures 10 Year Anniversary Event! Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks and the YMCA of Central Ohio are hosting a day of fun and inclusive activities for youth with diverse abilities and/or special needs. Their family, friends, and the commun...

08/26/2026

💚 MAKE MEMORIES THAT LAST! 🌿

The best part of an adventure isn't always what you do; it's who you experience it with!

Bring your family and friends to our YMCA of Central Ohio 10th Annual Outdoor Inclusive Adventures with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks for a day filled with laughter, exploration, new experiences, and plenty of memories to take home!

🛶 Paddle together
🎣 Cast a line
🦉 Meet wildlife
🫧 Play & explore
🎨 Get creative
⚽ PLUS The Columbus Crew will be joining us as well!!

📅 September 13 | 11 AM–3 PM
📍 Prairie Oaks Metro Park – Darby Bend Lake
🎉 It's FREE!

REGISTER HERE → https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994151459697?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/25/2026