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Butterflies of Summit Metro Parks

September 14, 2024 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

| LP/Nature Center

If you have any questions regarding this program, please call the Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065, Tuesday—Saturday, 10 am—5 pm, Sunday 12–5 pm.

Join a naturalist to discover the many different butterflies that flit around Liberty Park. We’ll discuss their life cycle, how they differ from moths and why some species migrate. Learn how to attract these pollinators to your own yard by using native plants. Be prepared to hike the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail after the presentation.

Details

Date
September 14, 2024
Time
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Event Category:

Venue

Location
9999 Liberty Rd.
Twinsburg, OH 44087 United States + Google Map

Other

Age Group
All Ages
Virtual or In Person
In Person
Park
Liberty Park

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