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SUMMARY:Sunset Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist along a section of the 2.8-mile Valley Link Trail as we explore the forest in search of spring ephemerals at sunset. We’ll learn some identification tips and the cultural history of these small but mighty plants.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/sunset-wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:SR/Wadsworth Area\, 1400 Sand Run Pkwy.\, Akron\, OH\, 44333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T193000
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SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron 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 will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-plant-swap-5/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Spring is here and it’s time to look for wildflowers! Join a naturalist to explore this beautiful wetland area as nature begins to bloom.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/wildflower-walk-4/
LOCATION:GYH/Pioneer Area\, 550 Frazier Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education,Spree Credit Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T153000
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UID:10004950-1778421600-1778427000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Gardening on a Budget
DESCRIPTION:Native plant gardening doesn’t have to be expensive! Join fellow gardeners for a discussion of how to get the best bang for your buck — learn about local sales\, how to start plants successfully from seed or cuttings and how to split mature plants through hands-on demonstrations. We’ll end with a plant swap\, so bring any cuttings\, starts or seeds from your yard\, labeled in containers\, to share.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-gardening-on-a-budget/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T010031
CREATED:20260105T160854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T153958Z
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SUMMARY:Moon Gardening for Nocturnal Creatures
DESCRIPTION:From flickering fireflies to dancing bats and marvelous moths (butterflies of the night) — how can you use native plants to make your back yard more inviting to our nocturnal neighbors? We’ll talk night-blooming flowers\, habitat features\, firefly-friendly yards and more. \nThis program takes place during the Native Plant Festival.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/moon-gardening-for-nocturnal-creatures/
LOCATION:MF/Lake Area\, 521 S. River Rd.\, Munroe Falls\, OH\, 44262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T123000
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SUMMARY:Gardening in the Shade: Natives That Will Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we discuss planning a shade garden using native plants that naturally thrive in low-light environments such as under trees\, along buildings and in wooded settings. We will also discuss different types of shade\, plant selection\, soil preparation\, water requirements and basic planting techniques. \nThis program takes place during the Native Plant Festival. 
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/gardening-in-the-shade-natives-that-will-thrive/
LOCATION:MF/Lake Area\, 521 S. River Rd.\, Munroe Falls\, OH\, 44262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000
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CREATED:20260105T162734Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Trek
DESCRIPTION:Spring has sprung and summer is on the way! Join a naturalist as we take a hike along the canal and around the pond to see what critters might be stirring.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/wildlife-trek/
LOCATION:F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area\, 2620 Harrington Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T193000
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SUMMARY:C-Change Conversations
DESCRIPTION:The Akron Garden Club\, in association with the Akron-Summit County Public Library and Summit Metro Parks\, invites the community to a special evening program featuring Kathleen Biggins\, founder of C-Change Conversations. C-Change Conversations is a nationally recognized\, non-partisan educational initiative designed to help audiences better understand the science and real-world impacts of climate change. Through an engaging multimedia presentation\, Biggins explores how climate change affects our health\, economy and natural resources — and highlights practical\, science-based solutions.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/c-change-conversations/
LOCATION:Akron-Summit County Public Library – Main Library\, 60 S. High St.\, Akron\, 44326\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T235959
DTSTAMP:20260505T010031
CREATED:20260105T145845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T170832Z
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SUMMARY:Self-Guided: Birds & Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Spring migration has reached its peak! Take a walk through the Rock & Herb Garden between May 19 and May 28 to learn about how native plants help birds all year long.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/self-guided-birds-blooms/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Spree Credit Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T010031
CREATED:20260105T154354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T145843Z
UID:10004949-1779386400-1779391800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron to swap 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. Meet in the Community Garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held inside Goodyear Heights Lodge.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-plant-swap-6/
LOCATION:GYH/Goodyear Heights Lodge\, 2077 Newton St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T010031
CREATED:20260223T190258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T150612Z
UID:10005045-1779388200-1779393600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Conservation in Action: Smooth Greensnakes
DESCRIPTION:Join researcher and herpetologist Jason Bracken to learn about the fascinating lives of state endangered smooth greensnakes. Jason has been studying this species for 5 years throughout Ohio and has insight into their behavior\, distribution\, abundance and genetic diversity.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/conservation-in-action-smooth-greensnakes/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T010031
CREATED:20260105T144003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T171445Z
UID:10004887-1779530400-1779534000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Young Birders: Thrush Rush
DESCRIPTION:Kids ages 8 and up are invited to join naturalists who are “veery” excited about this fascinating group of birds! Learn about family Turdidae through a short presentation and bird walk. An adult companion is required to remain for the entirety of the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/young-birders-thrush-rush/
LOCATION:FR/Brushwood Area\, 4955 Townsend Rd.\, Richfield\, OH\, 44286\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T010031
CREATED:20260105T144108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T161618Z
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SUMMARY:Bees & Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalists to look for emerging bees and late spring blooms flowering as we discuss the dynamic of early summer and its effects on pollinators.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bees-blooms-2/
LOCATION:SFB/Prairie Trail\, 1400 Portage Line Rd.\, Springfield Twp.\, OH\, 44312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T010031
CREATED:20260105T215655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T122313Z
UID:10004885-1780254000-1780259400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Photo Hike
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wonders of nature and photography! Hike the 1.6-mile Prairie Trail\, explore your favorite plants\, and learn basic photography rules of composition\, moment and light using an SLR (Single-Lens Reflex)\, mirrorless camera\, or cell phone. Bring your creativity\, curiosity and camera and nature will do the rest!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/snap-n-spree/
LOCATION:SFB/Prairie Trail\, 1400 Portage Line Rd.\, Springfield Twp.\, OH\, 44312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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