Summit Metro Parks
Beginning January 2026, all program registration will be online. Registration will now open at 8:30 a.m. on the first day of the month prior to the program. Please register for the individuals in your household only. If you have questions regarding this new process, please call Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, 12 – 5 p.m.).
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Yoga at Liberty ParkConnect with nature as you move, stretch and breathe in the peaceful surroundings of Liberty Park. Join yoga instructor and retired Cuyahoga Valley National Park Ranger Pam Machuga for a gentle slow-flow yoga session. This class is appropriate for all experience levels and will be held outdoors, weather permitting (the program will be moved indoors […]
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Intro to BMXAges 12 to 25: Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries for an introduction to the sport of BMX. We will focus on foundational skills such as bike handling, balance, braking and basic maneuvers. BMX style bikes and helmets will be provided for use during this program. |
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Intro to Stand-Up PaddleboardingLearn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life […]
Silver Creek Metro Park
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Intro to Stand-Up PaddleboardingLearn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life […]
Silver Creek Metro Park
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Forest Bathing for BeginnersJoin us for a session of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. Learn the history and benefits of this restorative practice to improve mental and physical well-being. Bring water, snacks a yoga mat or towel and an open mind. We will be spending at least an hour outdoors no matter the weather, so please dress appropriately. This […]
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Canal PaddleJoin a certified instructor on the Ohio & Erie Canal for a guided, round-trip paddle south from Summit Lake. Learn about the canal’s history and how it put Akron on the map. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to […]
Towpath Trail
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Spree With Me: Rock Creek HistoryWe’ll be crossing off a hiking spree trail while learning about the rich history of Furnace Run and what great things can be found in the park.
Furnace Run Metro Park
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Canal PaddleJoin a certified instructor on the Ohio & Erie Canal for a guided, round-trip paddle south from Summit Lake. Learn about the canal’s history and how it put Akron on the map. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to […]
Towpath Trail
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Good Garden Talks: Cozy Up with Chamomile & Bergamot TeasJoin us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn all about comforting chamomile and wild bergamot, native plants that support human health and pollinators. Enjoy samples of both teas.
Goodyear Heights Metro Park
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Recreation Open HouseHave you ever wanted to try archery, kayaking or fishing? Now is your chance! Join us for a morning of hands-on recreational opportunities. All equipment and materials are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and dress to be outdoors and get wet. Archery: ages 9 and up. Kayaking: ages 13 […]
Munroe Falls Metro Park
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Stand-Up Paddleboarding Open HouseStop by to learn basic paddleboard techniques and take a short self-guided paddle on the lake under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a […]
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Kayak & Canoe Open HouseStop by to learn basic paddling techniques and take a short self-guided paddle on the lake under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum age to kayak is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Canoes available for families with younger children. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. […]
Munroe Falls Metro Park
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Connect with nature as you move, stretch and breathe in the peaceful surroundings of Liberty Park. Join yoga instructor and retired Cuyahoga Valley National Park Ranger Pam Machuga for a gentle slow-flow yoga session. This class is appropriate for all experience levels and will be held outdoors, weather permitting (the program will be moved indoors in the event of inclement…
Ages 12 to 25: Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries for an introduction to the sport of BMX. We will focus on foundational skills such as bike handling, balance, braking and basic maneuvers. BMX style bikes and helmets will be provided for use during this program.
Learn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. Location…
Learn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. Location…
Join us for a session of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. Learn the history and benefits of this restorative practice to improve mental and physical well-being. Bring water, snacks a yoga mat or towel and an open mind. We will be spending at least an hour outdoors no matter the weather, so please dress appropriately. This is not a hike. Registration…
Join a certified instructor on the Ohio & Erie Canal for a guided, round-trip paddle south from Summit Lake. Learn about the canal’s history and how it put Akron on the map. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. All equipment will be…
We’ll be crossing off a hiking spree trail while learning about the rich history of Furnace Run and what great things can be found in the park.
Join a certified instructor on the Ohio & Erie Canal for a guided, round-trip paddle south from Summit Lake. Learn about the canal’s history and how it put Akron on the map. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. All equipment, including life…
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn all about comforting chamomile and wild bergamot, native plants that support human health and pollinators. Enjoy samples of both teas.
Have you ever wanted to try archery, kayaking or fishing? Now is your chance! Join us for a morning of hands-on recreational opportunities. All equipment and materials are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and dress to be outdoors and get wet. Archery: ages 9 and up. Kayaking: ages 13 and up, must be able…
Stop by to learn basic paddleboard techniques and take a short self-guided paddle on the lake under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including…
Stop by to learn basic paddling techniques and take a short self-guided paddle on the lake under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum age to kayak is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Canoes available for families with younger children. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get…