Young Birders: Swoopin' Swallows
2026-07-24 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | NR/Lot C4, 5550 Christman Rd., Green, OH, 44319, United States
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.

Bees and Blooms
2026-07-25 10:00 - 11:30 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
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.

Fossils for Kids
2026-08-03 10:30 - 12:00 | FR/Brushwood Area, 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield, OH, 44286, United States
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.

Good Garden Talks: Watering the Garden
2026-08-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Let’s Grow Akron Headquarters, 467 Harvey Ave., Akron, OH, 44314, United States
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to discuss effective methods for watering in the vegetable garden.

Bats, Up Close & Personal
2026-08-06 20:30 - 22:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
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.

Bug Hunt for Grown Ups
2026-08-09 10:00 - 11:30 | WH/Downy Loop Trail, 2121 Barlow Rd., Hudson, OH, 44236, United States
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.

Nature Realm History Hike
2026-08-09 13:00 - 14:00 | FASN/Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Enjoy your hike along the 1.2-mile Seneca Trail as we talk about the history of F.A Seiberling Nature Realm and how it became the amazing park we have today!

Book Club: Mozart's Starling
2026-08-12 18:00 - 19:30 | FASN/Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
New visitors and regular adult readers are invited to share in a lively discussion about “Mozart’s Starling,” by Lyanda Lynn Haup. Beverages will be provided.

Powering Tomorrow Sustainably
2026-08-16 13:00 - 14:30 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Join a naturalist for 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 highlight sustainability efforts led by individuals, industries, and communities — locally, statewide and around the world.

Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
2026-08-19 08:00 - 2026-08-28 17:00 | FASN/Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.

Bees for Beginners
2026-08-22 10:00 - 11:00 | FASN/Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Would you bee-lieve how amazing bees can be? Explore the world of bees and discover our most common species in this program for bee beginners.

Young Birders: Novel Nightjars
2026-08-29 19:00 - 20:00 | CV/Valley View Area, 1134 Cuyahoga St., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Kids ages 8 and up are invited to discover the novelties of nightjars through a short presentation and bird walk. An adult companion is required to remain for the entirety of the program.
