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Alder Trail at Goodyear Heights Metro Park
A woman stands next to native plants that stand a few feet taller than her head.

The gifts of rewilding

By Joan Long, Summit Metro Parks Volunteer Five years ago, a dream came true when I purchased a . . .
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The Summit Metro Parks mascot Leaf, poses with a Mother's Day 5K participant to take a selfie.

Sustainability snapshot: A limited-waste Mother’s Day 5K

Welcome to Earth Month! As we celebrate our planet and the beauty it holds, it’s essential to acknowledge . . .
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Bright yellow leaves hang from the branches of maple trees.

Magnificent maples

Some of the most magnificent and beneficial trees in the forests of Summit County are maples. Red, sugar . . .
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A hummingbird hovering, wings outstretched, between green tree leaves.

Boldly go … to a Wild Back Yard

Astronauts can experience what’s known as the “overview effect,” or an overwhelming realization of the beauty, wonder and . . .
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A black and white photo of a group of women and girls around newly planted trees.

Women’s History Month: Women of Summit Metro Parks

Many of the park district’s groundbreaking contributions came from women who were ahead of their time.

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