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. Please register for the individuals in your household only. If you have questions regarding this new process, please call Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, 12 – 5 p.m.).
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Winter Weather HikeHave a relaxing walk on the 1.6-mile Willow Trail. Take time to listen to the absence or abundance of sound that is found during this season. Make sure to dress warm and, above all, enjoy the serenity of the outdoors.
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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. |
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Winter Bird WalkJoin a naturalist for 2.1 miles of birding on Missing Link and Prather Trails. We will explore who sticks around to bear the winter weather and attempt to add species to our “January 100” checklist. Several pairs of binoculars are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Kinderealm: Animal TracksCalling all junior nature detectives! We need YOU to crack a wildlife mystery case. Children 3 to 6 years old and their adult companions will learn about tracks, scat and other fun animal clues through a story, craft and games. Please make other arrangements for children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration […]
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Beyond the Summit: 2025 Cleanup ResultsBeyond the Summit is a speaker series featuring environmental professionals discussing topics related to water in Northeast Ohio. From watershed health to fishing best practices, each talk offers community members the chance to learn from experts shaping the future of our water resources. This month’s guest joins us from Riverkeepers Ohio to talk about the […]
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Poe in the ParkCelebrate Edgar Allan Poe’s birthday and learn about his literary contributions and a famous Ohioan who was a Poe fan. We will also listen to readings of several of Poe’s most famous works.
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Meet Me In The Garden: Gardening for a Sustainable EnvironmentDo you love gardening and have an interest in doing your part to improve the health of your local environment? Are you concerned about the mass extinction facing our planet? If so, join Rachel Chapman to learn about how you can make a big impact for wildlife even in a small space. You’ll also learn […]
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Travel to IcelandDiscover the history, geology, culture and the similarities Ohio has with this scenic country nestled in the Atlantic. Iceland awaits!
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Have a relaxing walk on the 1.6-mile Willow Trail. Take time to listen to the absence or abundance of sound that is found during this season. Make sure to dress warm and, above all, enjoy the serenity of the outdoors.
Learn what makes Summit Lake an amazing home for waterfowl in the winter while making your own origami duck and paper pond diorama.
Join a naturalist for 2.1 miles of birding on Missing Link and Prather Trails. We will explore who sticks around to bear the winter weather and attempt to add species to our “January 100” checklist. Several pairs of binoculars are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Calling all junior nature detectives! We need YOU to crack a wildlife mystery case. Children 3 to 6 years old and their adult companions will learn about tracks, scat and other fun animal clues through a story, craft and games. Please make other arrangements for children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 12/1.
Beyond the Summit is a speaker series featuring environmental professionals discussing topics related to water in Northeast Ohio. From watershed health to fishing best practices, each talk offers community members the chance to learn from experts shaping the future of our water resources. This month’s guest joins us from Riverkeepers Ohio to talk about the results and data from 2025…
Celebrate Edgar Allan Poe’s birthday and learn about his literary contributions and a famous Ohioan who was a Poe fan. We will also listen to readings of several of Poe’s most famous works.
Do you love gardening and have an interest in doing your part to improve the health of your local environment? Are you concerned about the mass extinction facing our planet? If so, join Rachel Chapman to learn about how you can make a big impact for wildlife even in a small space. You’ll also learn tips for healthier plants, better…
Discover the history, geology, culture and the similarities Ohio has with this scenic country nestled in the Atlantic. Iceland awaits!