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Program & Events Calendar

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Summit Metro Parks staff can adapt many programs to be accessible to anyone who would like to participate. Please make the request at the time of registration and/or at least 72 hours prior to the program. Contact us at 330-865-8065.

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Leaf Icon Saturday, October 01, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

SUBMIT ENTRIES FOR THE AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT


Through November 23, visitors may submit two entries for the 17th Amateur Photography Exhibit, on display in the Nature Realm visitors center January through May 2017. Only two printed photographs will be accepted, and all images must be taken in areas managed by Summit Metro Parks. With each entry, please include your name, address, phone number, email, the location where the image was taken and a title for the image. Entries do not need to be matted or framed, and can be any size, up to 15" x 20". All originals will be returned. You may drop off entries during the visitors center's regular hours, or mail them to the Summit Metro Parks administrative offices, c/o Naturalist Elizabeth Kresse, 975 Treaty Line Rd., Akron, OH 44313. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 01, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

FALL FELT WREATH


Spruce up your home with a felted fall-leaf wreath. We will provide ideas, tools for felting the wool, and embellishments. Cost: $5 to purchase the wreath. Please bring an old wool sweater that has been shrunk tight by washing in hot water and drying in the dryer. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/16: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 01, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

READING THE CLOUDS


Who needs Doppler radar when you can learn to read the clouds? Join Naturalist Joe Malmisur to learn the art of weather forecasting. LP/Nature Center

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 01, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

FALL FAMILY OUTING


Fall into autumn fun with free hayrides, bonfires, naturalist activities, live music, apple cider, cookies and more. A wheelchair-accessible hay wagon is available. GYH/Main Entrance

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 02, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

SILVER CREEK KAYAK


Paddle on the 50-acre lake with an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist to learn paddle strokes, safety and see wildlife around the water. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult. Space is limited. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/17: 330-865-8065. SC/Boathouse

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 02, 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM

NATURE CRAFTING FOR ADULTS: CORNUCOPIA


Skill level: Intermediate. Get ready for the fall season by weaving your own cornucopia. When done it will measure 12.5 inches long. Materials fee: $10. Please bring a flat-head screwdriver, needle-nose pliers, towel and 2-gallon bucket, if you can. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/18: 330-865-8065. F/Coventry Oaks

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 02, 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

SILVER CREEK KAYAK


Paddle the 50-acre lake with an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist to learn paddle strokes, safety and see wildlife around the water. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult. Space is limited. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/17: 330-865-8065. SC/Boathouse

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 02, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

HIKING SPREE SHIELD ASSISTANCE


You hiked eight trails to earn the 2016 Fall Hiking Spree shield, but attaching it to your hiking staff may be harder than completing the hikes. Volunteers will gladly attach it for you at no charge.  LP/Nature Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 02, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

I SPY SKELETONS


Stroll through the fields and forests in search of bones. Learn how creatures use specialized bones, teeth, shells, and more to survive. Good for spree credit. SC/Pheasant Run

Leaf Icon Monday, October 03, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

WEEKDAY WALKERS


Enjoy this leisurely stroll along the 1.8-mile Deer Run Trail with frequent stops to discover nature and history along the way. Good for spree credit. ONW/Trail Lot

Leaf Icon Tuesday, October 04, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

HIKE WITH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR LISA KING


Hike Rock Creek Trail with Summit Metro Parks Executive Director Lisa King for a chance to ask questions about the park district and keep in touch about current happenings. Good for spree credit. FR/Brushwood

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 05, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

FALL BIRD WALK


New and experienced birdwatchers join a naturalist for a bird walk in Liberty Park. Binoculars suggested. LP/Twinsburg Ledges

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 05, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

ARCHERY FOR ADULTS


Archery is one of the oldest arts still practiced today, and it's more accessible than ever. Ages 16 and older can learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our outdoor range. Program good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/25: 330-865-8065. HH/Archery Range

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 05, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

ARCHERY FOR SENIORS


Archery is one of the oldest arts still practiced today, and it's more accessible than ever. Seniors 55 and older can learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our outdoor range. Program good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/25: 330-865-8065. HH/Archery Range

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 05, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

EVENING HIKE


Venture out on an evening stroll to explore nature and learn about wildlife. Good for spree credit. MF/Lake Area

Leaf Icon Thursday, October 06, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

NATURE STORIES


Young children and their adult companions will enjoy this interactive, nature-inspired story time intended for ages 18 months to 3 years. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/20: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Leaf Icon Thursday, October 06, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

SMALL FOOTPRINT: PERSONAL CARE


Learn how to make personal care products that are safer and healthier for you and the planet. Bring recipes to share, a notebook and a head full of ideas. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Friday, October 07, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

KINDEREALM: FALL COLORS


Red, yellow, orange and brown leaves are falling to the ground. Children 3 to 6 with their adult companions learn about these fall colors. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/23: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Friday, October 07, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

KINDEREALM: FALL COLORS


Red, yellow, orange and brown leaves are falling to the ground. Children 3 to 6 with their adult companions learn about these fall colors. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/23: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Friday, October 07, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

TAILING NIGHT TALONS


Naturalist Sarah Putnam will attempt to call owls using recordings with hope that owls will respond. Patience and silence are essential when prowling for owls. For ages 6 and older. No dogs, please. Good for spree credit. SC/Pheasant Run

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 08, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

GORGE KAYAK


Paddle the Cuyahoga River at the Gorge to see towering rock ledges and breathtaking scenery from your kayak. Led by an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult. Bring binoculars, drinking water and sunscreen, and dress to get wet. Space is limited. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/24: 330-865-8065. G/Main Entrance

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 08, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

HEALTHY STRIDES HIKE


Summit Metro Parks is partnering with Cleveland Clinic Akron General to present Healthy Strides Hikes. During the Fall Hiking Spree, join us on casual 1- to 3-mile walks, preceded by a brief, informative talk by physicians and caregivers. Topics change each session based on the leader’s specialty. All hikes will be on hiking spree trails. This hike's topic: "Breast Health Wellness." Good for spree credit. SC/Pheasant Run

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 08, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

KINDEREALM: FALL COLORS


Red, yellow, orange and brown leaves are falling to the ground. Children 3 to 6 with their adult companions learn about these fall colors. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/23: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 08, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

GORGE KAYAK


Paddle the Cuyahoga River at the Gorge to see towering rock ledges and breathtaking scenery from your kayak. Led by an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult. Bring binoculars, drinking water and sunscreen, and dress to get wet. Space is limited. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/24: 330-865-8065. G/Main Entrance

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 08, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

FALL FAMILY OUTING


Fall into autumn fun with free hayrides, bonfires, naturalist activities, live music, apple cider, cookies and more. A wheelchair-accessible hay wagon is available. SC/Lake House

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 09, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

NATURE DRAWING FOR KIDS


Ages 6 to 12 join naturalist and artist Danette Rushboldt for this lesson in nature drawing. Paper and pencils will be provided. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/27: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 09, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

ARCHAEOLOGY DAY


Join The University of Akron and the Cuyahoga Valley Archaeology and Chippewa Valley Archaeology societies to view artifacts, atlatl throwing, flint knapping, children's crafts, and to gather information about early people. Bring your artifacts for consultation. F/Coventry Oaks

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 09, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

FALL FAMILY BOOK WALK


Enjoy a story with your family while walking along Cherry Lane Trail. Afterward, stop by the campfire for some hot chocolate and a treat, while supplies last. Good for spree credit. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 09, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

NATURE DRAWING FOR KIDS


Ages 6 to 12 join naturalist and artist Danette Rushboldt for this lesson in nature drawing. Paper and pencils will be provided. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/27: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 09, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

COLORS OF FALL


Join Naturalist Joe Malmisur and learn how to identify trees by their fall colors and discover what triggers this incredible explosion of color in our forests. Good for spree credit. FR/Brushwood

Leaf Icon Monday, October 10, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

CARDIO HIKE


Join a naturalist for healthy outdoor exercise by hiking Deer Run Trail twice. Beginners are welcome, but talk to your doctor before beginning a new exercise routine. Drinking water is recommended. Good for spree credit. ONW/Trail Lot

Leaf Icon Tuesday, October 11, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

KINDEREALM: FALL COLORS


Red, yellow, green and brown leaves are falling to the ground. Children 3 to 6 with their adult companions learn about these fall colors. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/23: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Leaf Icon Tuesday, October 11, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

HIKE WITH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR LISA KING


Hike Alder Trail with Summit Metro Parks Executive Director Lisa King for a chance to ask questions about the park district and keep in touch about current happenings. Good for spree credit. GYH/Pioneer

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 12, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

WEEKDAY WALKERS


Join Naturalist Sarah Putnam on this leisurely stroll to discover some of the history and nature along the trail. Good for spree credit. TT/Clinton

Leaf Icon Thursday, October 13, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

GORGE-OUS HIKE


Enjoy a challenging but rewarding hike on Gorge Trail to earn Fall Hiking Spree credit and catch some beautiful sights along the way. Good for spree credit. G/Main Entrance

Leaf Icon Thursday, October 13, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

GARDENING THROUGH THE YEAR


This month, learn about all things bulbs. A few topics include when to plant them and how to force them for indoor winter flowers. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Friday, October 14, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

PRE-TEEN YOGA


Pre-teens (ages 9 to 13) join a certified yoga instructor to disconnect from the stresses of school and extracurricular activities by reconnecting to nature through yoga. Weather permitting, this class will be outside. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat or towel, and water. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/1: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Leaf Icon Friday, October 14, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

HOMESCHOOLERS: NATURE'S RECYCLERS


Homeschoolers, ages 7 to 10, join a naturalist to learn how nature's cleanup crew takes dead materials and turns them back into rich soil. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/1: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Friday, October 14, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

HOMESCHOOLERS: NATURE'S RECYCLERS


Homeschoolers, ages 7 to 10, join a naturalist to learn how nature's cleanup crew takes dead materials and turns them back into rich soil. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/1: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 15, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

CUB'S CLUB: AMERICAN INDIANS


Ages 7 to 11 will learn about the American Indians who first called the ledges home. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/2: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 15, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

LEDGES TRAIL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR


We'll hike Ledges Trail each month this year, taking a photographic record of the seasonal changes. In December we'll review the year in pictures. You can take your own pictures or just enjoy the hikes. This trail is not recommended for strollers. LP/Twinsburg Ledges

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 15, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

NOT-SO-SPOOKY STORIES & CAMPFIRE


Sit under the light of a nearly-full moon to hear some nighttime tales. Enjoy the warmth of a fire and roast marshmallows afterward, while supplies last. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 16, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

SCARECROW DAY


Join us for our annual Scarecrow Day. Activities include a scarecrow build-off, a scavenger hunt, crafts, face painting, storytelling, marshmallow roasting, raffles and even a crow-calling contest. Awards will be given to the best crow callers and the top three scarecrows. To participate in the scarecrow build-off, advance registration is required. An armature, bag for the head, markers, twine and straw will be provided. The clothes and creativity are up to you! Registration for the crow-calling contest will be the day of the event. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/4: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 16, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

VALLEY VIEW OPEN HOUSE


Employees will be on hand to share ideas for possible improvements and amenities in the park district's newest area, the former Valley View Golf Club. Visitors may walk the property or take brief tours on free wagon rides. The 194-acre property lies between Sand Run Metro Park and the already contiguous Cascade Valley and Gorge parks. It offers the park district new ways to access the Cuyahoga River and the multipurpose Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Cascade Valley Metro Park / Valley View Area: 1212 Cuyahoga St. Akron, OH 44313

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 16, 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

SUPERMOON HIKE


Take a hike by moonlight and learn about the supermoon overhead. MF/Tallmadge Meadows

Leaf Icon Monday, October 17, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

KINDEREALM: FALL COLORS


Red, yellow, orange and brown leaves are falling to the ground. Children 3 to 6 with their adult companions learn about these fall colors. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/23: 330-865-8065. GYH/Main Entrance

Leaf Icon Tuesday, October 18, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

HIKE WITH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR LISA KING


Hike Ledges Trail with Summit Metro Parks Executive Director Lisa King for a chance to ask questions about the park district and keep in touch about current happenings. Good for spree credit. LP/Twinsburg Ledges

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 19, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

NATURE DRAWING FOR ADULTS


Join naturalist and artist Danette Rushboldt for this entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/7: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 19, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

KINDEREALM: FALL COLORS


Red, yellow, orange and brown leaves are falling to the ground. Children 3 to 6 with their adult companions learn about these fall colors. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 9/23: 330-865-8065. F/Coventry Oaks

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 19, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

HEALTHY STRIDES HIKE


Summit Metro Parks is partnering with Cleveland Clinic Akron General to present Healthy Strides Hikes. During the Fall Hiking Spree, join us on casual 1- to 3-mile walks, preceded by a brief, informative talk by physicians and caregivers. Topics change each session based on the leader’s specialty. All hikes will be on hiking spree trails. This hike's topic: "Orthopedic Wellness." Good for spree credit. F/Little Turtle Pond

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 19, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

NATURE DRAWING FOR ADULTS


Join naturalist and artist Danette Rushboldt for this entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/7: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Thursday, October 20, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

CARDIO HIKE


Join a naturalist for healthy outdoor exercise by hiking at a vigorous pace with few, if any, rest stops. Beginners are welcome, but you may want to talk to your doctor before beginning a new exercise routine. Drinking water is recommended. Good for spree credit. WH

Leaf Icon Thursday, October 20, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

SMALL FOOTPRINT: PERSONAL CARE


Learn how to make personal care products that are safer and healthier for you and the planet. Bring recipes to share, a notebook and a head full of ideas. LP/Nature Center

Leaf Icon Friday, October 21, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

COLORS OF FALL


Leaves are not the only colors that denote the season of autumn. Hike Downy Loop Trail while keeping a lookout for all of the colors of fall. Good for spree credit. WH

Leaf Icon Friday, October 21, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

HOMESCHOOLERS: NATURE'S RECYCLERS


Homeschoolers, ages 11 to 14, join a naturalist to learn how nature's cleanup crew takes dead materials and turns them back into rich soil. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/1: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 22, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

FALL TREE I.D.


Join Naturalist Joe Malmisur to learn how to identify trees by their fall colors and discover what triggers this incredible explosion of color in our forests. Good for spree credit. CV/Oxbow

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 22, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

FALL MUSHROOM HIKE


October is a great time to view the beauty and diversity of fall mushrooms, if rainfall is adequate. Join Naturalist Dave Brumfield on a hunt for one of nature’s most important decomposers. Meet at the trailhead. Edibles are not part of the program. HH/Main Entrance

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 22, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

HUMANS VS. ZOMBIES


No guns, no gore, just a game of tag with a pandemic twist. Zombies may not be real, but the fun and excitement of this game of tag are! Can you use wit, perseverance, and the resources around you to save humanity from the Z virus? ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/8: 330-865-8065. F/Tuscarawas Meadows

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 22, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

NATURE IN DISGUISE


Register for an opportunity to see nature in disguise. Hike and meet nocturnal animals along a lighted trail during this family-friendly event. A guide will lead families, and kids are encouraged to come dressed up. At the end of your hike, stay and enjoy a fire and marshmallows, while supplies last. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/11: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 23, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

CARDIO HIKE


Join a naturalist for healthy outdoor exercise by hiking both the Ledges and Maple Loop trails. Beginners are welcome, but talk to your doctor before beginning a new exercise routine. Drinking water is recommended. Good for spree credit. LP/Nature Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 23, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

ARCHERY OPEN SHOOT


Here's your chance to practice your archery skills. Register for a half-hour time slot to improve your shot. Participants must have already taken our Intro to Archery and Archery Games programs. All equipment provided. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/19: 330-865-8065. HH/Archery Range

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 23, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

HIKING SPREE SHIELD ASSISTANCE


You hiked eight trails to earn the 2016 Fall Hiking Spree shield, but attaching it to your hiking staff may be harder than completing the hikes. Volunteers will gladly attach it for you at no charge.  GYH/Main Entrance

Leaf Icon Monday, October 24, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

CARDIO HIKE


Hike 3.2 miles at a vigorous pace with few, if any, rest stops. Beginners are welcome, but talk to your doctor before beginning a new exercise routine. Good for spree credit. SC/Pheasant Run

Leaf Icon Tuesday, October 25, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

HIKE WITH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR LISA KING


Hike Oxbow Trail with Summit Metro Parks Executive Director Lisa King for a chance to ask questions about the park district and keep in touch about current happenings. Good for spree credit. CV/Oxbow

Leaf Icon Wednesday, October 26, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

PUMPKIN CARVING


Join a naturalist to create a seasonal work of art. Please bring a pumpkin, safe carving utensils, and a container for seeds if you wish to take them home. Some tools and a recipe for roasted pumpkin seeds will be provided. GYH/Lodge

Leaf Icon Thursday, October 27, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

YOGA IN THE PARK


Enjoy an active yoga practice with a certified instructor. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/14: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Friday, October 28, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

TWILIGHT HIKE AND CAMPFIRE


Come explore the forest as twilight turns to night. Afterward, enjoy s'mores around the campfire, while supplies last and weather permitting. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 29, 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

HIKE & BREAKFAST


Join a naturalist for a dazzling fall hike around Alder Pond and a yummy breakfast. Participants will be asked to contribute to the feast. Good for spree credit. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/15: 330-865-8065. GYH/Main Entrance

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 29, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

WHISPERS FROM MOTHER NATURE


Learn what Mother Nature has in store for us during the coming month, as Naturalist Joe Malmisur highlights which plants, animals, birds, and insects to look for as you hike the trails in the Metro Parks. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 30, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

FLIGHT OF THE MONARCHS


Stop in to celebrate the monarch butterflies' arrival at their over-wintering grounds in Mexico. Learn about this charismatic insect, its journey and how you can help these amazing pollinators. FASN/Visitors Center

Leaf Icon Sunday, October 30, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

CREATURES IN COSTUME


What sorts of “costumes” do our animal neighbors wear? Take a closer look at critters that “dress up” as other animals and objects to survive. All participants are encouraged to dress up! Good for spree credit. WH