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Alder Trail at Goodyear Heights Metro Park
An overlook view of the Cuyahoga River as it bends through the forest.

Then and now: The Cuyahoga

Mike Johnson, Chief of ConservationThe river that burned is the river that’s turned…In the 100 years Summit Metro Parks . . .
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A box holds a pressed white flower, a photo of a wedding, a Junior Metro Parks ranger badge, and a decorative paper that reads, "Love touches hearts and changes life in the most beautiful of ways."

Memories and milestones in the Metro Parks

Stephanie Walton, Chief of Marketing & CommunicationsPaul and Christine Schweigert met at Firestone Metro Park.Life is full of meaningful . . .
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A field of native wildflowers, including coneflowers and black-eyed Susans. The sunset casts a pinkish hue in the clouds above.

In case you missed it

A look back at March 2020 to June 2021Photo by Rob BlairIt’s been a unique and challenging year, and . . .
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A black bear stands next to a shallow river.

Then and now: Black bear

Joe Malmisur, Interpretive Naturaliststock imageWhen the first Europeans began to settle what is now known as Ohio, forests . . .
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Elaine Marsh leans against a wooden railing. Water rushes over the Gorge Dam in the background.

Centennial Spotlight: Elaine Marsh

Elaine Marsh is currently serving as the park district’s watershed specialist and is a warrior for clean water, air and land. Learn more.

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