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Join our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/20: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center
Join our interpretive artist for an entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing. You'll need paper, a pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registering. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/20: 330-865-8065. Zoom: , OH
Let's make something beautiful! Join our interpretive artist for this lesson in nature collage. All materials will be provided. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/26: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center
Get fit while you sit! Enjoy an exercise session with a certified BalloFlex instructor. BalloFlex is a seated workout that incorporates the elements of dance and fitness together in a safe, low impact and fun system. It is designed for all ages and abilities! Zoom meeting ID: 849 6465 8634 Zoom: , OH
Let's make something beautiful! Join our interpretive artist for this virtual lesson in nature collage. A list of materials and a Zoom invite will be emailed after registering. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/26: 330-865-8065. Zoom: , OH
Join a naturalist after dark to discover some of the park’s most elusive and misunderstood residents. After a short presentation in the shelter, we will take a quiet hike to call these creatures with hopes they will respond. Bring your patience, curiosity and a small flashlight if you wish. Good for spree credit. LP/Nature Center
Young children and their adult companions will enjoy this interactive, autumn-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the nature play area after the program. LP/Nature Center
Do you love squirrels? Have you ever wondered how they find the nuts they buried? Join a naturalist to learn fun squirrelly facts and take a hike in search of scampering squirrels in the park. Dress for the weather. GYH/Main Entrance
Whether you're a senior by age or just want to enjoy the outdoors at a leisurely pace, join us for a walk to appreciate the sights and sounds of nature in late autumn. Bring a mug to enjoy a beverage and nature conversation afterward. LP/Nature Center
Join a naturalist to explore one of Ohio's most beautiful and misunderstood creatures: the coyote. Following a discussion about this canine species, we'll take a short hike and try to hear them call. FASN/Seneca Deck
Hike Chippewa Trail to see the start of the changing fall foliage. We'll learn what causes the leaves to change color and more! SC/Pheasant Run
Good for spree credit. LP/Nature Center
FASN/Visitors Center
Take advantage of the additional hour we get turning the clocks back by joining a naturalist for an early morning hike. Enjoy observing fall foliage and signs of seasonal change while learning about why clocks around the world fall back in November and spring forward in March. Good for spree credit. GYH/Pioneer
Is attaching the hiking spree shield more challenging than actually hiking the eight trails? Summit Metro Parks volunteers will gladly attach it for you at no charge. Please note: a small number of guests will be admitted to the building at a time. Others will be asked to wait outdoors. Please dress for the weather! SLNC
Join a naturalist to wrap up a year-long series of welcoming nature into our yards. This month, we will learn all about how to feed the birds and thwart those sneaky squirrels! After a short presentation of tips and tricks, make a simple bird feeder to take home, while supplies last. Bring an old coffee mug or teacup and saucer if you have one. LP/Nature Center
Get fit while you sit! Enjoy an online exercise session with a certified BalloFlex instructor. BalloFlex is a seated workout that incorporates the elements of dance and fitness together in a safe, low impact and fun system. It is designed for all ages and abilities! Zoom meeting ID: 849 6465 8634 Zoom: , OH
Join us virtually to discover a budget-friendly way to bring nature home. November is the best time to start native seeds! We're talking stratification, scarification and dormancy. Zoom meeting ID: 861 1374 0181 Zoom: , OH
Join our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/27: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center
Need a little humor in your life? Hike Prairie Trail between November 9 and November 15 to get a few chuckles and some exercise! Wildlife jokes will be located along the trail for your reading enjoyment. Good for spree credit. SFB
Join our interpretive artist for an inspiring lesson in nature journaling as a technique for practicing mindfulness. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/3: 330-865-8065. FASN/Visitors Center
Children ages 3-6 and their adult companions can join us to look beyond the familiar Thanksgiving turkey and explore all about wild turkeys, turkey vultures and turkey tail fungus! Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/2: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center
Join our interpretive artist for an inspiring virtual lesson in nature journaling as a technique for practicing mindfulness. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registering. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/3: 330-865-8065. Zoom: , OH
Create a fall-themed craft inspired by the delights of seasonal change. Learn card-making techniques using scrapbooking supplies, rubber stamps and stencils, while supplies last. FASN/Visitors Center
Join our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 10/27: 330-865-8065. SLNC
Fall is the best time to sow next year's bounty! Learn about the importance of landscaping with native plants, then start some wildflower seeds of your own! Trays, soil and seeds provided. FASN/Visitors Center
Is attaching the hiking spree shield more challenging than actually hiking the eight trails? Summit Metro Parks volunteers will gladly attach it for you at no charge. Please note: a small number of guests will be admitted to the auditorium at a time. Others will be asked to wait outdoors. Please dress for the weather! FASN/Visitors Center
Join a naturalist as we look toward space to see which planets, stars, galaxies and constellations might be visible in the night sky. Telescopes will be available for viewing. Let's hope for clear skies! LP/Nature Center
Enjoy some exercise and fresh air while following a self-guided story trail based on the book, "Time to Sleep." Look for it along Coyote Run Trail, November 13 through December 11. Good for spree credit. LP/Nature Center
Join a naturalist to tour the world of native plants. Find a new appreciation for the crispy leaves while we hike and discuss their importance. Something new could be just a few feet away! FASN
Families can drop in to learn about the feathered friends that will stick around all winter, create a treat for the birds in their backyard and try their luck at hand-feeding chickadees. LP/Nature Center
Join our interpretive artist for this entertaining lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6-12. All materials will be provided. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/4: 330-865-8065. FASN
How do you properly identify a dogwood tree? By its "bark" of course! Join a naturalist to hike the trail, identifying many of the trees and shrubs along the way. By the end of the program, you will be able to easily tell the difference between spicebush, invasive honeysuckle, beech, maples, oaks and even dogwood trees. LP/Nature Center
Join our interpretive artist for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6-12. All you need is a pencil and paper. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registration. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/4: 330-865-8065. Zoom: , OH
Stroll with a naturalist to learn the history of Furnace Run Metro Park, including its connections to the invention of electric streetlamps, the CCC and even the Wizard of Oz! Good for spree credit. FR/Brushwood
In honor of National Recycling Day, join us for a presentation on the history of recycling, best practices for successful sorting and what the future holds in the world of waste management. Other eco-friendly practices like composting and upcycling will also be covered. SLNC
Children ages 3-6 and their adult companions can join us to look beyond the familiar Thanksgiving turkey and explore all about wild turkeys, turkey vultures and turkey tail fungus! Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/2: 330-865-8065. FASN/Seneca Deck
Homeschoolers ages 7-14: explore the lives of coyotes and foxes, Ohio’s wild canines, and learn why the timber wolf no longer calls our area home. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/9: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center
Homeschoolers ages 7-14: explore the lives of coyotes and foxes, Ohio's wild canines, and learn why the timber wolf no longer calls our area home. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/9: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center
Come celebrate National Take a Hike Day along Alder Pond. We will discover the amazing creatures that live in and around this beautiful wetland. GYH/Pioneer
So you think you know nature? Grab a crew of two to six adults and compete against other teams to prove yourselves at the first official SMP Trivia Night. From bees to trees and rocks to hawks, our topics will test your knowledge on everything natural about Ohio. Refreshments will be available and prizes will be waiting for those who place first, second and third. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 11/10: 330-865-8065. CV/Valley View
Join a Summit Metro Parks naturalist and an ODNR wildlife specialist to discuss the value of duck hunting at Nimisila Reservoir. Explore the ecological and economic importance of hunting, then hop from lot to lot searching through spotting scopes and binoculars for some of our beautiful waterfowl on their way south. NR/Lot C4
Where did all the turtles go? Join a naturalist to find out what turtles get up to when it gets too cold outside and how they keep up their daily routine through brumation. FASN/Visitors Center
Join a naturalist as we hike 5 challenging miles on the hilly trails of Sand Run. This will not be a leisurely walk in the park, so check with your doctor before engaging in strenuous activity. Good for spree credit. SR/Wadsworth
Join a naturalist to learn about the majestic bird of winter: the snowy owl. Discover how it survives its Arctic home, yet sometimes visits Ohio, and how Project Snowstorm sheds light on their behavior. LP/Nature Center
Join a naturalist to learn about how our avian neighbors prepare for winter. We'll search for birds in the open meadow and forest edge. Binoculars and a bird guide are recommended. MF/Tallmadge Meadows
Hit the trail for a nature-themed game of "Eye Spy." Pick up your scavenger hunt list between noon and 3 p.m., then explore the trails in search of animals, plants and more. Afterward, stop by the campfire ring to warm up and roast some marshmallows. Return your completed list to the nature center front desk by 4:45 p.m. for a prize. Good for spree credit. LP/Nature Center
Good for spree credit. SC/Pheasant Run
Join a naturalist for an evening hike in search of owls. Learn some common owl calls, where to spot them and how they survive during the colder months. Good for spree credit. SC/Pheasant Run
Ages 9 and up can learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our temporary indoor range. This program is good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 50 inches or taller. Cost: $10/person. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS ONLINE 11/16: Register here. F/Coventry Oaks
Individuals of all abilities are encouraged to join us for a 2-mile walk on the towpath. The paved section of trail between Summit Lake and Wilbeth Road is easily accessible and teeming with a beautiful array of plant and animal life. SLNC
Join a naturalist as we discuss how beaver, otter and many other fur-bearing animals shaped the America we know today. Learn how John Jacob Astor influenced both the east and west coasts through the fur trade, how the Hudson's Bay Company monopolized this industry and more! LP/Nature Center
Need one more? It's not too late! It's the last day of the Fall Hiking Spree, and we'll be checking off the 1.8 miles of Deer Run Trail to close out this year's spree. On this gorgeous trail, who knows what we'll find! Good for spree credit. ONW/Trail Lot
Enjoy a guided walk by lantern light along the paved Coyote Run Trail and learn the history of the area around Liberty Park Nature Center. Good for spree credit. LP/Nature Center
Using Mother Nature as our teacher, we'll explore lessons in diversity, resilience, balance and understanding related to the human world. When nature speaks, we ought to listen! Zoom meeting ID: 874 8015 2620 Zoom: , OH