Summit Metro Parks
Beginning January 2026, all program registration will be online. Registration will now open at 8:30 a.m. on the first day of the month prior to the program. If you have questions regarding this new process, please call Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 12 – 5 p.m.).
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Submit Entries for Verdant WondersOhio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant […] |
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Virtual: Nature Drawing for AdultsJoin our interpretive artist online for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing. No experience is necessary; all you need are pencils, paper and a sense of humor. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registering. Registration is required and begins 11/26. |
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Nature Drawing for AdultsJoin our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required and begins 11/26. |
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Words of the Season: WinterJoin a writer-turned-naturalist for a seminar on winter and flowery literature. It will make this frigid season more inviting!
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Holiday Wreath MakingJoin a naturalist to make holiday wreaths! Learn which evergreens make the best decor and which of those are native to Ohio. You’ll also learn how to use other native plant materials such as winterberry, dried grasses and vines to add accents to your wreath. Each person will take home one wreath for the holiday […]
Liberty Park
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Holiday Wreath MakingJoin a naturalist to make holiday wreaths! Learn which evergreens are best to use and which of those are native to Ohio. You’ll also learn how to use other native plant materials such as winterberry, dried grasses and vines to add accents to your wreath. Each person will take home one wreath for the holiday […]
Liberty Park
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Nature Drawing for KidsJoin our interpretive artist for this entertaining lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to 12. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and begins 11/28.
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Evergreen Arrangements: Centerpieces and SwagsCozy up in the nature center with a crackling fire and hot cocoa as you create a beautiful, seasonal centerpiece or door hanger using pine boughs and other natural elements. All materials including greenery, ribbon, containers and more are available while supplies last, but feel free to bring additional clippings, décor or a small vase […]
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Virtual: Nature Drawing for KidsJoin our interpretive artist online for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to12. All you need is a pencil and paper. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registration. Registration is required and begins 11/28. |
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Nature Drawing for AdultsJoin our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required and begins 11/26. |
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Nature CollageLet’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and begins 12/5.
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Virtual: Nature CollageLet’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. A list of materials and a Zoom invite will be emailed after registering. Registration is required and begins 12/5. |
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Wintry Bling Tree CraftAdd zing to your holidays by creating a beautiful upcycled “bling” tree. We will use small mismatched/discarded pieces of silver and gold jewelry, buttons, screws, pins, sequins, etc. that you bring from home. A limited amount of additional bling pieces and all other supplies will be provided. Registration is required and begins 12/4.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Wintry Bling Tree CraftAdd zing to your holidays by creating a beautiful upcycled “bling” tree. We will use small mismatched/discarded pieces of silver and gold jewelry, buttons, screws, pins, sequins, etc. that you bring from home. A limited amount of additional bling pieces and all other supplies will be provided. Registration is required and begins 12/4.
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Duck Pond in PaperLearn what makes Summit Lake an amazing home for waterfowl in the winter while making your own origami duck and paper pond diorama. |
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Join our interpretive artist online for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing. No experience is necessary; all you need are pencils, paper and a sense of humor. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registering. Registration is required and begins 11/26.
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Join our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required and begins 11/26.
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Join a writer-turned-naturalist for a seminar on winter and flowery literature. It will make this frigid season more inviting!
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Join a naturalist to make holiday wreaths! Learn which evergreens make the best decor and which of those are native to Ohio. You’ll also learn how to use other native plant materials such as winterberry, dried grasses and vines to add accents to your wreath. Each person will take home one wreath for the holiday season. Cost: $35/person. Registration is…
Join a naturalist to make holiday wreaths! Learn which evergreens are best to use and which of those are native to Ohio. You’ll also learn how to use other native plant materials such as winterberry, dried grasses and vines to add accents to your wreath. Each person will take home one wreath for the holiday season. Cost: $35/person. Registration is…
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Join our interpretive artist for this entertaining lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to 12. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and begins 11/28.
Cozy up in the nature center with a crackling fire and hot cocoa as you create a beautiful, seasonal centerpiece or door hanger using pine boughs and other natural elements. All materials including greenery, ribbon, containers and more are available while supplies last, but feel free to bring additional clippings, décor or a small vase if you wish.
Join our interpretive artist online for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to12. All you need is a pencil and paper. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registration. Registration is required and begins 11/28.
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Join our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required and begins 11/26.
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Let’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and begins 12/5.
Let’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. A list of materials and a Zoom invite will be emailed after registering. Registration is required and begins 12/5.
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Add zing to your holidays by creating a beautiful upcycled “bling” tree. We will use small mismatched/discarded pieces of silver and gold jewelry, buttons, screws, pins, sequins, etc. that you bring from home. A limited amount of additional bling pieces and all other supplies will be provided. Registration is required and begins 12/4.
Add zing to your holidays by creating a beautiful upcycled “bling” tree. We will use small mismatched/discarded pieces of silver and gold jewelry, buttons, screws, pins, sequins, etc. that you bring from home. A limited amount of additional bling pieces and all other supplies will be provided. Registration is required and begins 12/4.
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Learn what makes Summit Lake an amazing home for waterfowl in the winter while making your own origami duck and paper pond diorama.