Fall fun with our friends at Five Rivers MetroParks

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We’re lucky to call Five Rivers MetroParks our hometown parks. From RiverScape’s riverfront energy to the gardens, forests, and trails all around Dayton, these spaces are where our team unwinds, moves, and connects. We’re proud of our relationship with the MetroParks and excited to share some standout upcoming events you and your family can jump into this month and next.

This week at a glance (Oct 13–19)

Monday, Oct 13

  • Yoga with Aleasha — RiverScape Pavilion, 6:00–7:00 pm, free, all ages.
  • Bootcamp with The Unit — Festival Plaza, 6:00–7:30 pm, free, all ages.

Tuesday, Oct 14

  • Get Outside Book Club: Birds of Prey — Wesleyan MP, 10:00–11:00 am, free, ages 3–6.
  • Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak — 2:00–6:00 pm, $15, ages 10+.
  • Tai Chi & Qigong at the River — RiverScape Pavilion, 6:00–7:00 pm, free, all ages.
  • Bicycle Maintenance 1 — Possum Creek Education Building, 6:00–8:30 pm, $12, ages 14+.

Wednesday, Oct 15

  • SWERK — RiverScape Pavilion, 6:00–7:00 pm, free, all ages.
  • Bootcamp with The Unit — Festival Plaza, 6:00–7:30 pm, free, all ages.

Thursday, Oct 16

  • Tike Hike — Germantown MP, 10:00–11:00 am, free, ages 3–5.
  • Story Time: A Broom for Ma — Carriage Hill Visitor Center, 11:00 am–12:00 pm, $10, ages 4–7.
  • Kayak Rentals at RiverScape — 4:00–8:00 pm, $15, ages 10+.
  • Cars & Coffee: Let’s Talk Electric Vehicles — 2nd Street Market, 5:00–8:00 pm, free, all ages.
  • Wildlife Ambassadors Booth — 2nd Street Market, 5:00–8:00 pm, free, all ages.
  • Sunset at the Market + Music at the Market: Aiden Fitzgerald — 2nd Street Market, evening, free, all ages.
  • Music Trivia & Bingo! — RiverScape Pavilion, 6:00–8:00 pm, free, all ages.
  • Dayton Backpacker Campfire — Cox Arboretum, 6:30–8:00 pm, free, all ages.

Friday, Oct 17

  • Outdoor Cookery for Couples — Carriage Hill, 2:00–5:00 pm, $75, ages 18+.
  • Conservation Kids: Become a Night Hike Guide — Cox Arboretum, 6:00–8:00 pm, free, ages 3–13.

Saturday, Oct 18

  • Beginning Birding — Possum Creek, 8:00 am–12:00 pm, $15, ages 14+.
  • Cafe Con Leche live at 2nd Street Market — 10:00 am–2:00 pm, free.
  • Fall Family Adventure — Wegerzyn Children’s Discovery Garden, 4:00–7:00 pm, free, all ages. AllEvents
  • RiverScape Reels: The Goonies (1985) — RiverScape Pavilion, 7:30–9:30 pm, free, all ages. AllEvents+2StayHappening+2

Sunday, Oct 19

  • Horse Trail Rides — Carriage Hill Riding Center, 10:00–11:45 am, $45, ages 8+ (currently full).
  • Music at the Market: Eddie Osborne — 2nd Street Market, 11:30 am–2:00 pm, free.

More October highlights

  • Volunteer: Make A Difference Day — Sat, Oct 25, 9:00 am–12:00 pm, multiple parks, free.
  • Halloween Pony Rides — Sat, Oct 25, Carriage Hill Riding Center, several time slots, $7.
  • Conservation Leaders: Animal Tracking & Behavior — Sat, Oct 25, Cox Arboretum, 2:00–4:00 pm, $3, ages 10–17.
  • Creepy Creatures — Sat, Oct 25, Germantown MP, 6:00–7:30 pm, free, ages 3–13.
  • Trick or Treat & Pumpkin Decorating — Sun, Oct 26, 2nd Street Market, 11:00 am–3:00 pm, free, all ages.

Save these dates

  • Opening Day Skate — MetroParks Ice Rink at RiverScape
    Fri, Nov 28 — the region’s favorite outdoor rink opens for the season with festive lights, treats, and themed nights throughout winter. Check hours and weather status before you go. dayton-daily-news+1
  • Owl Walks, EcoTalks, and more November programs
    From Northern Saw-whet Owl banding to Compost Kitchen and Native Tree ID, the November lineup is packed with hands-on learning for every age.

Tip: After heavy rain or winter weather, some trails and areas may close temporarily. Always peek at the MetroParks alerts page for the latest status before you head out.

Check out their website for all of their upcoming events: https://www.metroparks.org/programs-events-finder/

Why we love this partnership

As a team rooted in Dayton, our relationship with Five Rivers MetroParks means a lot. These parks are where our staff train for 5Ks, teach kids to ride, try kayaking for the first time, or just share coffee at the Market. Supporting programs that bring people outside, build wellness, and connect neighbors is a natural fit for us.

See you out there — on the trail, at the Market, on the river, or under the pavilion lights. If you spot us at a class or community night, say hi!

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Wright-Patt Air Force Base sought contractors to renovate and add onto the Sensors Lab. The HVAC portion of the project was over $13 million.

  • MSD served as the Design Assist Contractor in conjunction with Heapy Engineering for this project. In collaborating with General Contractor, Butt Construction, MSD provided Design Assist solutions for the following:
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  • MSD worked in collaboration with Diaz Construction to complete the system upgrades on time and on budget with minimal shutdowns or disruption to the facility operations.

LJB, Inc.

LJB, Inc. was renovating their Miamisburg, OH office and wanted to incorporate energy-saving upgrades.

  • MSD provided Design Build services in tandem with Greensleeves Energy Solutions, a specialist in geothermal systems.
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