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Alder Trail at Goodyear Heights Metro Park
A rendering of the new Summit Lake Nature Center. People are sitting and walking around a brick building. A large water pump, painted orange, is sitting in the middle of a paved plaza.

Summit Lake Nature Center takes shape with construction, indoor exhibit work underway

Rendering of the future Summit Lake Nature Center (please note some details may change).The future Summit Lake Nature Center . . .
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A group of photos featuring scarlet cup, stalked scarlet cup and shaggy scarlet cup mushrooms.

More than Morels

Dave Brumfield, Interpretive NaturalistWhen people hear “spring mushrooms,” most will immediately think of morels. Yes, they may be . . .
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A close up photo of a river otter.

Completed Pond Brook restoration heralds return of nature

Mike Johnson, Chief of ConservationToday, Pond Brook is home to a wide variety of plant and animal life, . . .
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A graphic encouraging visitors to keep a safe distance of at least 6 feet from one another.

Enjoy Summit Metro Parks Safely During COVID-19

Parks & trails remain open for your mental and physical health during the ongoing public health emergency. Please . . .
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A robin on a tree branch.

The Dawn Chorus

Carol Vigorito, Interpretive NaturalistLooking for the perfect musical selection to start your day? Why not listen to the . . .
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