A stone and grass path leads to the chiseled rock of Deep Lock Quarry.

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Geology & History of Deep Lock Quarry

August 16 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

| DLQ/Quarry Trail

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.).

Join a naturalist as we examine the geology and history surrounding Deep Lock Quarry. Learn how the Berea sandstone was formed and its significance to Akron and surrounding communities.

Details

Date
August 16
Time
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Venue

Location
5779 Riverview Rd.
Peninsula, OH 44264 United States + Google Map

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Age Group
Adults, Seniors, Teens
Virtual or In Person
In Person
Park
Deep Lock Quarry Metro Park

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