A common loon with black-and-white plumage and red eyes swims on a lake, holding a freshly caught fish in its beak

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Waterfowl Walk

April 11, 2026 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

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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 for a walk at Summit Lake to search for and learn about waterfowl and the other birds living nearby. Binoculars will be available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis.

Details

Date
April 11, 2026
Time
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Event Category:

Venue

Location
411 Ira Ave.
Akron, OH 44301 United States + Google Map
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Other

Age Group
All Ages
Park
Summit Lake Nature Center

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