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UID:10004284-1755203400-1755208800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bat Night
DESCRIPTION:Bats are some of the most fascinating and beneficial creatures of the night! Join us to learn about these fantastic flying insect controllers up close and personal as park biologists attempt to catch them with nets for observation and data collection.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bat-night-3/
LOCATION:SC/Sherman Shelter\, 5000 Hametown Rd.\, Norton\, OH\, 44203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T235959
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SUMMARY:Self-Guided: Goodbye\, Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Walk the 1-mile Prather Trail to learn about the birds we’ll say goodbye to this fall.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/self-guided-goodbye-birds/
LOCATION:CV/Valley View Area\, 1134 Cuyahoga St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000
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UID:10004241-1755939600-1755943200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Summer Saunter
DESCRIPTION:Take a leisurely hike on the 1.3-mile Rock Creek Trail to enjoy the summer morning and talk about seasonal changes.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/summer-saunter/
LOCATION:FR/Brushwood Area\, 4955 Townsend Rd.\, Richfield\, OH\, 44286\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education,Recreation,Senior Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250228T192948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T175049Z
UID:10004186-1756290600-1756294200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Seeds-n-Such
DESCRIPTION:Children 3 to 5 and their adult companions will explore the amazing\, tiny world of seeds — how they grow and travel and who they feed. Activities include a short hike. Please make arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 8/6.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-seeds-n-such/
LOCATION:F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area\, 2620 Harrington Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250305T210731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T175137Z
UID:10004286-1756321200-1756326600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Meet Me In The Garden: The Unusual World of Carnivorous Plants
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the amazing adaptations of carnivorous plants from around the world and unique biomes in which they live. There will be a focus on the kettle bogs of Northeast Ohio and the carnivorous plants that can be found within them.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/meet-me-in-the-garden-the-unusual-world-of-carnivorous-plants/
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:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250507T161246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T141518Z
UID:10004442-1757239200-1757244600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Swallows and Swifts
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to learn about the fascinating lives and migratory journeys of these insect-gobbling birds! We’ll meet in the shelter for a short presentation\, then stroll the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail to observe our new chimney swift tower and look for these aerial acrobats in action.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/swallows-and-swifts/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Spree Credit Hikes,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250507T142236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T153034Z
UID:10004395-1757757600-1757768400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Tent Camping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to a fun introductory camping experience led by naturalists. We will offer fishing\, hiking\, upcycled crafting\, simple campfire cooking\, a nature color-coded search for children\, time in a tent and relaxing forest bathing.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/tent-camping-workshop/
LOCATION:SC/Lake House Area\, 5000 Hametown Rd.\, Norton\, OH\, 44203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Good For All Ages,Health & Fitness,Nature Education,Recreation,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250506T195812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T173630Z
UID:10004451-1758132000-1758135600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Macroinvertebrates: More Than Meets the Eye
DESCRIPTION:There’s more beneath the surface than meets the eye. Hiding in streams under rocks and in the sediment\, macroinvertebrates make their homes. A vital part of the stream ecosystem\, they can also help us determine the quality of the water. Join us in partnership with Summit Soil and Water Conservation District to learn more about the amazing biodiversity of macroinvertebrates and how these tiny insects can help us study streams.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/macroinvertebrates-more-than-meets-the-eye/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250507T161341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T173105Z
UID:10004443-1758191400-1758198600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homeschoolers: Amazing Ants
DESCRIPTION:Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Unearth the fascinating world of ants! Discover what makes these tiny creatures so unique\, view them up close using microscopes and learn how to make an ant farm at home. Registration is required and begins on 9/11.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homeschoolers-amazing-ants/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250507T161507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T182711Z
UID:10004445-1758826800-1758830400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Pawpaw Appreciation Night
DESCRIPTION:Discover Ohio’s state native fruit\, the pawpaw! Learn the history of this fruit\, its benefits and how to grow it. You’ll take home recipes and seeds (while supplies last) and sample its delicious banana-like flavor.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/pawpaw-appreciation-night-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250506T193154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T182441Z
UID:10004360-1758970800-1758985200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Open House
DESCRIPTION:Stop in to celebrate the amazing migration of the iconic monarch butterfly. Learn about its lifecycle and cultural significance through hands-on activities\, a Day of the Dead display\, a story station and craft. You’ll leave with knowledge about how you can help these imperiled pollinators.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/monarch-open-house/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250507T161528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T181814Z
UID:10004446-1759068000-1759073400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Seed Collecting
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to learn how to start beautiful\, beneficial native plants from seed\, including collection\, storage and propagation techniques. After learning\, get hands on as we collect seeds as a group and go home with some of your bounty!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-seed-collecting-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250812T195517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T200902Z
UID:10004699-1759658400-1759663800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:History of the Portage Path
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk from Big Bend to the northernmost point of the Portage Path. You’ll learn about the history of this vital link between North American waterways and about the statue of the portaging Indigenous person at the northern end of the portage. Artist Peter Jones (Seneca/Onondaga) created this statue and its twin to stand at both the northern and southern termini of the Portage Path. This program is presented in coordination with the Portage Path Collaborative as part of a series of events in honor of North American First People’s Day. More information about events in the Akron area honoring North American First People’s Day can be found at https://walkportagepath.com.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/history-of-the-portage-path/
LOCATION:TT/Big Bend Trailhead\, 1337 Merriman Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250506T200655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T192112Z
UID:10004407-1760207400-1760212800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Spooky "Tails" Around the Campfire
DESCRIPTION:Go on a ghostly tour through Akron’s haunted past and learn about local spirits whose stories linger\, as well as fun facts about several captivating critters commonly associated with the supernatural.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/spooky-tails-around-the-campfire/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,History,Nature Education,Senior Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/Event-Image-Bats.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250506T200544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T180335Z
UID:10004406-1760266800-1760272200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Deeper Into the Quarry Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the important role of the Berea sandstone quarries along the Cuyahoga River during the canal era and the many ways in which the sandstone was put to use.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/deeper-into-the-quarry-hike/
LOCATION:DLQ/Quarry Trail\, 5779 Riverview Rd.\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,History,Nature Education,Spree Credit Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250506T201749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T175504Z
UID:10004411-1760610600-1760617800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homeschoolers: Leave the Leaves
DESCRIPTION:Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Ever wondered what might be hiding in the leaf litter? Let’s learn why you should leave the leaves this fall through a lesson\, activities and a short hike. Please dress for the weather. Registration is required and begins 10/09.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homeschoolers-leave-the-leaves/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-fallen-leaves.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250519T174405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T174405Z
UID:10004416-1761213600-1761219000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins on 9/26.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-23-3/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-garden.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250507T162009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T143310Z
UID:10004450-1761847200-1761852600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Howl-O-Ween at the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist at dusk to discover some of the park’s most elusive and misunderstood residents: coyotes. After a short presentation\, take a quiet stroll along the trail to call for these creatures in hopes they will respond.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/howl-o-ween-at-the-moon/
LOCATION:DLQ/Quarry Trail\, 5779 Riverview Rd.\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Spree Credit Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T133159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T164231Z
UID:10004524-1761991200-1761998400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Fine in the Pines Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the value of pines and several other tree species found along the 2-mile Piney Woods Trail. We’ll also talk about wildlife typically found here and highlights of this park’s history.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/fine-in-the-pines-hike/
LOCATION:GYH/Pioneer Area\, 550 Frazier Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education,Recreation,Spree Credit Hikes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-evergreen-pine.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T194944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T152239Z
UID:10004563-1762799400-1762803000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Campfire Chemistry
DESCRIPTION:Create a campfire with glowing greens\, baffling blues and pristine purples. It’s not magic\, it’s chemistry! Experience a unique fire and learn how to make a dazzling light show using the periodic table. Meet at the beach by the Lake House.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/campfire-chemistry-2/
LOCATION:SC/Lake House Area\, 5000 Hametown Rd.\, Norton\, OH\, 44203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-campfire.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T182420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T153115Z
UID:10004583-1763058600-1763064000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitat: Native Seed Starting
DESCRIPTION: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 discuss native seed starting\, then start some seeds of our own. Please bring clean and dry milk jugs for your own planting. Some milk jugs will be available\, while supplies last.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitat-native-seed-starting/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Wild Back Yards
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-seed-collection.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T080000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T183223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T164817Z
UID:10004595-1763280000-1763884800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Self-Guided: Tracks and Scat
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this self-guided hike along the 0.6-mile Cherry Lane Trail and learn all about the sights and signs animals leave behind. This experience is available through 11/23.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/self-guided-tracks-and-scat/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-tracks.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T184641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T165432Z
UID:10004574-1763298000-1763303400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle\, Rethink!
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a presentation on the history of recycling\, best practices for successful sorting and what the future holds in the world of waste management. Other eco-friendly practices like composting and upcycling will also be covered.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/reduce-reuse-recycle-rethink/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-waste-station.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T144929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T165946Z
UID:10004543-1763548200-1763551800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Woodpeckers
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companion will learn about the incredible lives of woodpeckers through a story\, craft and outdoor activity.  Please make arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats and strollers. Registration is required and begins 10/29.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-woodpeckers-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/woodpecker-event-image.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T192340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T124950Z
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SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Plant Native Trees
DESCRIPTION:Learn how and why adding native trees to your home landscape can transform it into a more welcoming\, biodiverse and healthy green refuge benefiting you\, your family and wildlife.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-plant-native-trees/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T201208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T164231Z
UID:10004598-1763809200-1763814600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Summit: Lake Erie Water Quality
DESCRIPTION: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 Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve to talk about Lake Erie water quality.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/beyond-the-summit-speaker-series-2/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T134037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T175257Z
UID:10004534-1765116000-1765121400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Winter is Alive
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a wintry hike on the 2.1-mile Black Bear Trail to learn how wildlife survives and thrives in colder temperatures\, then enjoy a cup of hot cocoa afterward!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/winter-is-alive/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education,Recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T193836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T125342Z
UID:10004599-1765976400-1765981800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Summit: Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Summit is a speaker series featuring environmental professionals discussing topics related to water in Northeast Ohio. From watershed health to best fishing 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 The Ohio State University Ohio Sea Grant and Stone Laboratory to talk about the Lake Erie watershed’s critical issues and solutions.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/beyond-the-summit-speaker-series/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T184436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T125419Z
UID:10004576-1766052000-1766059200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:S.T.E.A.M. Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to get your science\, technology\, engineering\, arts and math on! Try your hand at various table-top activities including crafts\, simple machines and building projects. Who knows what you’ll create!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/s-t-e-a-m-drop-in/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T165837
CREATED:20250623T184028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171352Z
UID:10004597-1766930400-1766934000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Winter Weather Hike
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/winter-weather-hike/
LOCATION:F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area\, 2620 Harrington Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education
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