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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T183000
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UID:10004274-1752777000-1752782400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitat: Native Grasses
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 explore the world of grasses\, highlighting species that are fit for a wide range of growing conditions.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitat-native-grasses/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163725Z
UID:10004287-1753020000-1753025400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Building with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Water\, wind\, sun and soil — how do we manage these elements in our outdoor spaces? Explore nature-based landscaping techniques from rain gardens and windbreaks to shade trees and natural mulch. After a presentation\, we’ll take a short stroll highlighting the green infrastructure surrounding the nature center.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-building-with-nature/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T190456Z
UID:10004238-1753470000-1753475400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Sunsets & Swallows
DESCRIPTION:Soak up the summer sunset and watch the swallows above the Cuyahoga River as we walk the 1.1-mile Missing Link Trail.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/sunsets-swallows/
LOCATION:CV/Valley View Area\, 1134 Cuyahoga St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250228T205356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T182822Z
UID:10004188-1753527600-1753534800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Paint 'N Take for Adults
DESCRIPTION:Adult visitors will enjoy lemonade while completing a lovely seasonal\, nature-inspired acrylic painting following basic step-by-step instructions. All supplies are provided. Registration is required and begins 7/17.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/paint-n-take-for-adults/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Nature Education,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250726T063019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T182825Z
UID:10004190-1753540200-1753547400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Paint 'N Take for Adults
DESCRIPTION:Adult visitors will enjoy lemonade while completing a lovely seasonal\, nature-inspired acrylic painting following basic step-by-step instructions. All supplies are provided. Registration is required and begins 7/17.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/paint-n-take-for-adults-2/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Nature Education,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250303T205607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T172321Z
UID:10004180-1754226000-1754231400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Candle Making
DESCRIPTION:Not much of a butcher or a baker? You can still be a candlestick maker! Enjoy making your own candles with assistance from a naturalist.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/candle-making/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250305T001312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T172412Z
UID:10004282-1754303400-1754308800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Creek Walk for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Kids and their adult companions can get hands-on in the creek to search for insects\, amphibians\, fish and even fossils! Dress to get wet. Closed-toe shoes are required.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/creek-walk-for-kids/
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:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250303T215316Z
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UID:10004221-1754589600-1754595000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Pest Management
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. The program will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-pest-management-3/
LOCATION:Stadelman Community Garden\, 845 Stadelman Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250228T191435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T191024Z
UID:10004191-1754771400-1754775000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Sturgeon Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:See and learn about the full Sturgeon Moon during a hike along the 0.35-mile Meadow Loop Trail. Bring a flashlight along!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/sturgeon-full-moon-hike/
LOCATION:MF/Tallmadge Meadows Area\, 1088 North Ave.\, Tallmadge\, OH\, 44278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Health & Fitness,Nature Education,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250304T233121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T184027Z
UID:10004283-1754820000-1754830800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Otter Open House
DESCRIPTION:Visitors of all ages are invited to celebrate river otters in our waters! Learn about these playful creatures and where to find them through interactive displays\, games\, a craft and more. Throughout the day\, a naturalist will lead short walks in search of otters along Buttonbush Trail.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/otter-open-house/
LOCATION:LP/Pond Brook Conservation Area\, 3973 E. Aurora Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250228T201248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T184242Z
UID:10004240-1755081000-1755084600@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-2/
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:20250813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250228T191611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T184315Z
UID:10004192-1755090000-1755095400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Trees for Cool Breezes
DESCRIPTION:Native trees planted strategically in your yard can provide shade and help cool your home — plus lots more! Learn about top tree choices to plant this fall.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/trees-for-cool-breezes/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250304T233941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T184547Z
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
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250228T201900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T122612Z
UID:10004242-1755648000-1756771199@www.summitmetroparks.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-goldfinch.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
CREATED:20250228T201711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T182930Z
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-autumn-leaves.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
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:20250827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-fasn-fall.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-tree-swallow.gif
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/camping-program.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-stream.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-ant.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-pawpaw.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
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:20251005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T161437
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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