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Dive Into Vernal Pools

March 15 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

| FASN/Visitors Center

If you have any questions regarding this program, please call the Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday—Saturday 10 a.m.—5 p.m., Sunday 12–5 p.m.).

Come take a deep dive into vernal pool ecology as we explore what makes these temporary habitats perfect breeding grounds for amphibians, insects and more. We will also discuss the important role they play in forest ecosystems and how they may be facing an uncertain future. After the presentation, we will take a short walk to see them in action.

Details

Date
March 15
Time
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Event Category:

Venue

Location
1828 Smith Rd.
Akron, OH 44313 United States + Google Map

Other

Age Group
Adults, Seniors, Teens
Virtual or In Person
In Person
Park
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm

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