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Alder Trail at Goodyear Heights Metro Park

The understory

Hidden beneath the easy-to-notice fall colors in our woodlands is an underappreciated layer of forest. If you know . . .

Dredging is next step to Free the Falls

Learn about Phase 2 of the effort to Free the Falls, which involves transporting dredged sediment to be safely stored in another park.

Tiny creatures, big impact

Beneath the water’s glimmering surface is a unique and fragile ecosystem. Large enough to be seen without a . . .

Heritage hikers make it a family affair

The Fall Hiking Spree has become part of life for many Summit County families. Meet two of them.

It’s more than dirt

The soil in your yard isn’t just dirt — it’s a hidden ecosystem with a carefully crafted composition.