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The future of Silver Creek Metro Park
Discover how a park master plan is developed and what was proposed for improvements at Silver Creek Metro Park.

From underground to underwater: Recycling construction materials into fish habitats
After a construction project left us with unused steel pipes, we decided to create fish habitats from them. Learn about this sustainability effort.

Meet six women in STEM at Summit Metro Parks
We’re celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science by recognizing a few of the women who work in science-based fields in the park district.

Unearthing Black history in Cascade Valley
Learn what our cultural resources staff discovered while investigating two of WCA’s former Black-owned property sites in Cascade Valley.

7 Safety tips to keep in mind when visiting parks and trails
A Summit Metro Parks ranger offers seven safety tips to keep in mind before your next visit. Plus, learn about park rangers.