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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:20260414T230150
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:20260414T230150
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:20260414T230150
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260105T144108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T161618Z
UID:10004889-1780135200-1780140600@www.summitmetroparks.org
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:20260414T230150
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260105T172714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T151035Z
UID:10004868-1780473600-1781715600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Self-Guided: Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Summer is all about insects: butterflies\, beetles\, bees and many more! Enjoy a self-guided hike along the 0.35-mile Meadow Loop Trail to discover fast facts about pollinators. This experience is available through June 17.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/self-guided-hike-pollinators/
LOCATION:MF/Tallmadge Meadows Area\, 1088 North Ave.\, Tallmadge\, OH\, 44278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Spree Credit Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260105T161021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T200040Z
UID:10004952-1780914600-1780920000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bears for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Kids and their adult companions join a naturalist to learn all about bears through fun outdoor activities! We will start in the shelter for a discussion and craft\, then walk the 0.25-mile Maple Loop Trail to search for the “bear” necessities our furry neighbors need to survive.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bears-for-kids/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260105T172053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T162148Z
UID:10004870-1781692200-1781695800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Clever Crows
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 3 to 6 with their adult companions will learn all about crows — considered to be among the most intelligent of all birds because of their tool use\, problem solving skills\, ability to plan tasks and more! Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 5/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-clever-crows/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260223T191044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T150827Z
UID:10005046-1781721000-1781726400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Conservation in Action: Migratory Songbirds of the Cuyahoga Valley
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation with biologists Mariamar Gutierrez and Dan Toth. They will discuss the ongoing migratory bird monitoring efforts conducted jointly by Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/conservation-in-action-migratory-songbirds-of-the-cuyahoga-valley-2/
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-bluebird.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260105T161417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T153853Z
UID:10004954-1782126000-1782140400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Pop-Up Nature Center: Furnace Run
DESCRIPTION:Our nature centers are hitting the road! Join us as Brushwood Lodge transforms into a nature center for a day\, complete with activities for all ages including education stations\, a storybook trail\, fishing and an opportunity to shop our pop-up Maple Leaf Gifts. Bring any nature or history questions for our naturalists and cool off with lemonade and watermelon\, while supplies last!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/pop-up-nature-center-furnace-run/
LOCATION:FR/Brushwood Area\, 4955 Townsend Rd.\, Richfield\, OH\, 44286\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,History,Nature Education,Spree Credit Hikes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-firestone.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260105T144419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T152313Z
UID:10004891-1782554400-1782558000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Young Birders: Brilliant Blackbirds
DESCRIPTION:Kids ages 8 and up are invited to learn about family Icteridae’s brilliance in color and cleverness 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-brilliant-blackbirds/
LOCATION:SR/Big Bend Area\, 1337 Merriman Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/blackbird-event-image.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260105T163502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T145121Z
UID:10004968-1782658800-1782662400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Tree Trek
DESCRIPTION:Take a hike along the 1.2-mile Oxbow Trail as we learn about the surrounding trees and critters and how the trees can tell us about the history of the park.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/tree-trek/
LOCATION:CV/Oxbow Area\, 1135 Cuyahoga St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-tree-bark.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260222T205230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T151644Z
UID:10005035-1783015200-1783020600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Pest Management & Beneficial Insects
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn how to encourage beneficial insects and manage pests in the vegetable garden.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-pest-management-beneficial-insects/
LOCATION:Let’s Grow Akron Headquarters\, 467 Harvey Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-garden-tomatoes.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260403T133458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T133458Z
UID:10005047-1783107000-1783112400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Evening Bat Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bring a flashlight and hike along the 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail as the sun sets to hopefully observe bats and learn how they support human and ecosystem health.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/evening-bat-hike/
LOCATION:SC/Pheasant Run Area\, 5000 S. Hametown Rd.\, Norton\, OH\, 44203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T103000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T172837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T155103Z
UID:10005024-1783155600-1783161000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Booming Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature’s fireworks in the form of beautiful blooms as we celebrate and discuss all the land has to offer.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/booming-blooms/
LOCATION:SFB/Prairie Trail\, 1400 Portage Line Rd.\, Springfield Twp.\, OH\, 44312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Wild Back Yards
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/Event-Image-Wildflowers.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T213911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T155359Z
UID:10005106-1783333800-1783339200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Snakes for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Kids and their adult companions: Join a naturalist to learn about the fascinating slithering creatures found in our parks. We’ll start in the shelter for activities and to meet an animal ambassador before walking along the paved 0.25-mile Maple Loop in search of snakes in their natural habitat.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/snakes-for-kids-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T190434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T143634Z
UID:10005082-1783506600-1783510200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can learn all about amazingly beautiful butterflies and their mesmerizing metamorphosis through a story\, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 6/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-butterflies/
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-monarch-butterfly.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T214245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184116Z
UID:10005105-1783864800-1783870200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Just Add Water
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to learn how to help backyard wildlife beat the heat by adding water to your landscape! We’ll cover everything from bird baths and bubblers to misters and small ponds with tips and tricks about how to get started.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-just-add-water/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/Event-Image-WBY.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T190815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T143628Z
UID:10005083-1784111400-1784115000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can learn all about some amazingly beautiful butterflies and their mesmerizing metamorphosis through a story\, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 6/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-butterflies-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/event-image-monarch-butterfly.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T215800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180012Z
UID:10005099-1784466000-1784471400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Powering Tomorrow Sustainably
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist in this monthly series to explore how emerging energy technologies and evolving policies are shaping our daily lives and paving the way toward a more sustainable future. This month\, we’ll take a look at the local\, state\, national and global policies driving green energy and funding sustainable development.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/powering-tomorrow-sustainabily/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/Event-Image-LPNC.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T214148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T202401Z
UID:10005104-1784543400-1784548800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:For Kids: The Wonders of Flight
DESCRIPTION:Kids and their adult companions join a naturalist to learn about birds\, flying squirrels\, butterflies and other creatures that float\, fly and glide through the air! We’ll start in the shelter for an introduction and simple craft\, then take a short walk in search of animals in the sky before trying our hands at flying kites. Some will be available to borrow\, or feel free to bring a kite from home.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/for-kids-the-wonders-of-flight/
LOCATION:WH/Downy Loop Trail\, 2121 Barlow Rd.\, Hudson\, OH\, 44236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-monarch-butterfly.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T191104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T143624Z
UID:10005084-1784716200-1784719800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can learn all about some amazingly beautiful butterflies and their mesmerizing metamorphosis through a story\, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 6/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-butterflies-3/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-monarch-butterfly.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T172959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T193906Z
UID:10005025-1784923200-1784926800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Young Birders: Swoopin' Swallows
DESCRIPTION:Kids ages 8 and up are invited to learn about swallows and martins through a short presentation\, then watch as these birds prepare for a long journey south. An adult companion is required to remain for the entirety of the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/young-birders-swoopin-swallows/
LOCATION:NR/Lot C4\, 5550 Christman Rd.\, Green\, OH\, 44319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260303T141210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180123Z
UID:10005026-1784973600-1784979000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bees and Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalists to look for midsummer bees and blooms as we discuss the dynamics of the dog days of summer and its effect on pollinators.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bees-and-blooms/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T213658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T161115Z
UID:10005107-1785753000-1785758400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Fossils for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Kids and their adult companions can join a naturalist to explore the stream in search of fossils and learn about the ancient creatures that once called this park home. Follow posted signs to meet in the picnic area for an introduction and to make a fossil of your own to take home. Dress to get wet; closed-toe shoes required.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/fossils-for-kids-3/
LOCATION:FR/Brushwood Area\, 4955 Townsend Rd.\, Richfield\, OH\, 44286\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,History,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260304T202106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T161404Z
UID:10005034-1786039200-1786044600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Watering the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to discuss effective methods for watering in the vegetable garden.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-watering-the-garden/
LOCATION:Let’s Grow Akron Headquarters\, 467 Harvey Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T220000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260302T213349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T161525Z
UID:10005110-1786048200-1786053600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bats\, Up Close & Personal
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 as park biologists attempt to catch them with nets for observation and data collection. The program will take place in the outdoor shelter.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bats-up-close-personal/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T230150
CREATED:20260310T171135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T162035Z
UID:10005114-1786269600-1786275000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bug Hunt for Grown Ups
DESCRIPTION:Do you remember exploring as a kid\, searching for bugs with a net and jar in hand? Join a naturalist for a hands-on dive into the world of insects to rekindle that sense of wonder! We’ll begin in the shelter for an introduction and microscope viewing\, then strike out into the field and pond edge to search for insects for observation.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bug-hunt-for-grown-ups/
LOCATION:WH/Downy Loop Trail\, 2121 Barlow Rd.\, Hudson\, OH\, 44236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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