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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Self Guided: Spring Wildflower WalkWelcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience. |
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History Hike: Furnace RunStroll along the 1.4-mile Old Mill Trail with a naturalist to learn how Furnace Run Metro Park came to be, including its connections to the invention of electric streetlamps, the depression era Civilian Conservation Corps and even the Wizard of Oz!
Furnace Run Metro Park
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Good Garden Talks: Plant SwapJoin us to swap some plants! These can be cuttings from plants in your yard or freshly grown from seed. Plants should be labeled by name and contained in pots. Vegetables, herbs and native plants are preferred, but all plants are welcome! All are encouraged to attend, even without plants to share. In the event […] |
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Spring Bird StrollFor some folks, spring means birds. We are those folks! Join a naturalist on a guided hike to see which bird species are present during migration. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you’ve got ’em!
Cascade Valley Metro Park
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Female Bird WalkFemale Bird Day is this month! Let’s look for female birds and talk about their identification and importance on the 1.2-mile Coyote Run Trail.
Liberty Park
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Back Yards Gone Wild: Rain Barrel WorkshopLearn how to conserve water in your outdoor spaces. Registration cost includes a rain barrel kit, 55-gallon food grade plastic drum and instructions for assembly and upkeep. The option is available to assemble onsite or take the kit home. Bring a handheld power drill, gloves and eye protection if you have them. Cost: $60/kit. Registration […]
Liberty Park
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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 on 4/25.
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Back Yards Gone Wild: Rain Barrel WorkshopLearn how to conserve water in your outdoor spaces. Registration cost includes a rain barrel kit, 55-gallon food grade plastic drum and instructions for assembly and upkeep. The option is available to assemble onsite or take the kit home. Bring a handheld power drill, gloves and eye protection if you have them. Cost: $60/kit. Registration […]
Liberty Park
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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 on 4/30.
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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 on 4/30. |
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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 on 5/2.
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Virtual Event
Virtual: Nature CollageLet’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist online for this easy, fun lesson. A list of materials and a Zoom invite will be emailed after registering. Registration is required and begins on 5/2. |
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Wandering for Warblers Field TripJoin naturalists for an all-day exploration of the “Warbler Capital of the World” during the Biggest Week in American Birding. The tour bus will depart F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm at 6 a.m. for the famed Magee Marsh and other birding hotspots, returning at 6 p.m. Be prepared for extensive walking on boardwalks and trails. Dress […]
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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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 on 4/30. |
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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 on 4/30.
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Good Garden Talks: Plant SwapJoin us to swap some plants! These can be cuttings from plants in your yard or freshly grown from seed. Plants should be labeled by name and contained in pots. Vegetables, herbs and native plants are preferred, but all plants are welcome! All are encouraged to attend, even without plants to share. In the event […]
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Homegrown Habitats: From the Ground UpCalling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us for this monthly series and learn how to re-wild your home landscape. This month we’ll talk about habitat structure. From supporting nesting sites to incorporating soft landings, we’ll discover how to intentionally make your home landscape a nursery for wildlife.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Friday Night FrogsVenture out on a night hike in search of frogs and discover the important roles amphibians play in our world. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight.
Sand Run Metro Park
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Edible Native Plants for the Home LandscapeNative plants aren’t just for the birds! From strawberry and elderberry to pawpaw and persimmon, join a naturalist to learn about incorporating attractive, edible native trees, shrubs and perennials into your outdoor spaces for backyard snacks that come back year after year. |
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Let’s Go Green: Risks and RewardsJoin us for the next program in our series “Let’s Go Green.” We will discuss the risks of maintaining the status quo and the rewards of adopting a more “green-minded” approach. Learn how you can make small changes to reduce your carbon footprint, save money and become part of a movement that will help preserve […]
Liberty Park
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Free the Falls Public MeetingMembers of the public are invited to attend a community update on the process to remove a 420-foot-wide, 60-foot-tall dam within Gorge Metro Park. The dam is one of the largest unresolved impediments to restoring the water quality of the Cuyahoga River and its removal will improve river ecology, create recreational opportunities and drive economic […] |
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Kinderealm: TurtlesIt’s turtle time! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn about our scaly, shelled friends through a story, craft and more. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 5/7.
Liberty Park
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Spring Bird StrollFor some folks, spring means birds. We are those folks! Join a naturalist on a guided hike to see which bird species are present at the Valley View Area during the late stages of migration. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you’ve got ’em!
Cascade Valley Metro Park
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Meet Me In the Garden: The Everyday ConservationistFrom lessening the lawn and planting native to leaving your leaves and supporting pollinators, there’s no shortage of ways to help the planet from home. Join conservation photographer and author Danae Wolfe to explore ways you can curb carbon and bolster biodiversity in your own back yard.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Women in Birding HikeAll are welcome to celebrate women birders and female birds on the 1.6-mile Willow Trail.
Firestone Metro Park
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Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Stroll along the 1.4-mile Old Mill Trail with a naturalist to learn how Furnace Run Metro Park came to be, including its connections to the invention of electric streetlamps, the depression era Civilian Conservation Corps and even the Wizard of Oz!
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Join us to swap some plants! These can be cuttings from plants in your yard or freshly grown from seed. Plants should be labeled by name and contained in pots. Vegetables, herbs and native plants are preferred, but all plants are welcome! All are encouraged to attend, even without plants to share. In the event of inclement weather, the program…
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
For some folks, spring means birds. We are those folks! Join a naturalist on a guided hike to see which bird species are present during migration. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you’ve got ’em!
Female Bird Day is this month! Let’s look for female birds and talk about their identification and importance on the 1.2-mile Coyote Run Trail.
Learn how to conserve water in your outdoor spaces. Registration cost includes a rain barrel kit, 55-gallon food grade plastic drum and instructions for assembly and upkeep. The option is available to assemble onsite or take the kit home. Bring a handheld power drill, gloves and eye protection if you have them. Cost: $60/kit. Registration is required and begins 4/23.
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 on 4/25.
Learn how to conserve water in your outdoor spaces. Registration cost includes a rain barrel kit, 55-gallon food grade plastic drum and instructions for assembly and upkeep. The option is available to assemble onsite or take the kit home. Bring a handheld power drill, gloves and eye protection if you have them. Cost: $60/kit. Registration is required and begins 4/23.
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 on 4/30.
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 on 4/30.
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 on 5/2.
Let’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist online for this easy, fun lesson. A list of materials and a Zoom invite will be emailed after registering. Registration is required and begins on 5/2.
Join naturalists for an all-day exploration of the “Warbler Capital of the World” during the Biggest Week in American Birding. The tour bus will depart F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm at 6 a.m. for the famed Magee Marsh and other birding hotspots, returning at 6 p.m. Be prepared for extensive walking on boardwalks and trails. Dress for variable weather conditions. Pack…
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 on 4/30.
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 on 4/30.
Join us to swap some plants! These can be cuttings from plants in your yard or freshly grown from seed. Plants should be labeled by name and contained in pots. Vegetables, herbs and native plants are preferred, but all plants are welcome! All are encouraged to attend, even without plants to share. In the event of inclement weather, the program…
Calling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us for this monthly series and learn how to re-wild your home landscape. This month we’ll talk about habitat structure. From supporting nesting sites to incorporating soft landings, we’ll discover how to intentionally make your home landscape a nursery for wildlife.
Venture out on a night hike in search of frogs and discover the important roles amphibians play in our world. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight.
Native plants aren’t just for the birds! From strawberry and elderberry to pawpaw and persimmon, join a naturalist to learn about incorporating attractive, edible native trees, shrubs and perennials into your outdoor spaces for backyard snacks that come back year after year.
Join us for the next program in our series “Let’s Go Green.” We will discuss the risks of maintaining the status quo and the rewards of adopting a more “green-minded” approach. Learn how you can make small changes to reduce your carbon footprint, save money and become part of a movement that will help preserve our planet for our children…
Members of the public are invited to attend a community update on the process to remove a 420-foot-wide, 60-foot-tall dam within Gorge Metro Park. The dam is one of the largest unresolved impediments to restoring the water quality of the Cuyahoga River and its removal will improve river ecology, create recreational opportunities and drive economic benefits within the local community.…
It’s turtle time! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn about our scaly, shelled friends through a story, craft and more. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 5/7.
For some folks, spring means birds. We are those folks! Join a naturalist on a guided hike to see which bird species are present at the Valley View Area during the late stages of migration. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you’ve got ’em!
From lessening the lawn and planting native to leaving your leaves and supporting pollinators, there’s no shortage of ways to help the planet from home. Join conservation photographer and author Danae Wolfe to explore ways you can curb carbon and bolster biodiversity in your own back yard.
All are welcome to celebrate women birders and female birds on the 1.6-mile Willow Trail.