Central Ohio (Columbus)
Current & Upcoming
West Jefferson OH: Central Ohio Chapter, Gear Talk, Hike and Picnic Lunch
May 30, 2026 10:00AM—2:00PM
Prairie Oaks Metro Park, 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road, West Jefferson, OH. Eastern Time Zone Meet at the Whispering Oaks Picnic Area. This area can be reached by taking Exit 85 (West Jefferson/Plain City/Rt 142 Exit) off of 70 W. Go north on Rt 142 (Georgesville-Plain City Rd) about a 1/2 mile to a mile, the entrance will be on the right (east side of 142). Drive to the back to reach the Whispering Oaks Picnic Area. There is a shelterhouse and there are pit toilets. There are NOT any water fountains in this park. PLEASE BRING SUFFICIENT WATER for yourself! You will likely want to bring some sun protection as well.
Get your gear questions answered! If you have walked a Camino, please bring an item to share. This can be an essential item that you couldn’t be without, or an item that you brought that you would never carry again! Newbies come with your questions! We will begin with introductions and the Gear Talk. The…
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