Dublin Park Scavenger Hunt

DUBLIN PARK SCAVENGER HUNT

This self-guided scavenger hunt will take you on a journey through Dublin’s parks and bike paths. Now is a great time to take on a fun challenge exploring and discovering nature.

1. M.L. ‘Red’ Trabue Nature Reserve This nature reserve, named after a Dublin naturalist, journalist, and television pioneer, is home to many great outdoor features. Some of these include a fishing pond, wildflower prairie, and tree arboretum. Explore the reserve and look for the log cabin. What year was the cabin originally built? ______

2. Scioto Park This park is located right along the Scioto River and is home to the Scioto Amphitheatre. Check out a show or go for a walk along the river! Locate the Indian statue Leather Lips. Why did he gain the name of Leather Lips? ______

3. Darree Fields This park is home to the art piece known as Going, Going…Gone! This sculpture represents the passage of time through imagery of baseball and consists of a bronze baseball bat striking a symbolic object. What object is the bat hitting? ______

4. Historic Dublin The Daily Chores art piece was created by a local sculptor and now sits at the corner of Bridge and High streets. The public could view the entirety of its creation at the Dublin Community Recreation center over an eight-month time period. Visit this sculpture in Historic Dublin and write the name of the artist who created the piece. ______5. Ballantrae Community Park This park is best known for its public spray fountains. Located below the Dancing Hares sculpture, this play area is a fun way to cool off in the summer. How many Hares are there? ______

6. Dublin Bike Paths Did you know that Dublin features one of the most extensive shared path systems in the greater Columbus area, with nearly 100 miles of paths? Check out some of the paths and explore areas of Dublin you may not have seen before. Bike, walk, or jog on any path for 30 or more minutes. What are 3 things you spotted on the path? (ex. Bridges, wildlife, plant species, etc.)? ______

7. Coffman Park It’s an art gallery, a festival grounds, and the site of City Hall, the Dublin Community Recreation Center and one of Dublin’s oldest homes. Go for a walk, play a game of tennis, or swing at the park. Then check out the historic home. During what years was this building built? ______

8. Indian Run Falls Did you know that Dublin is home to pristine streams and waterfalls? Explore the unique sights of this park by using the trails and observation platforms that offer great views of the falls. Better yet, pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic outdoors. What is your favorite thing about this park? ______