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SUMMARY:Archaeology in Action
DESCRIPTION:Discover how archaeology uncovers hidden stories from the past. Join Summit Metro Parks cultural resources staff at the north section of Prather Trail to observe and learn about ongoing excavations at the former Wheelock Cuyahoga Acres (WCA)\, a once vibrant\, racially integrated community in Cascade Valley Metro Park.  \nDrop by anytime to observe cultural resources staff at work\, or join guided talks by our archaeologists at 10:30 a.m.\, 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.  \nVisitors will gain a deeper appreciation for the people who once called WCA home and the ongoing efforts to preserve and share their legacy.  \nSince 2017\, archaeologists have been investigating the remains of this mid-20th century neighborhood\, focusing on sites like the former homes of the Prather and Johnson families (two Black-owned properties). Through excavation\, research and collaboration with descendants and partners like The University of Akron’s Anthropology Department\, staff have uncovered foundations\, artifacts and personal histories that paint a vivid picture of life along Honeywell Drive. Learn more. 
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/archaeology-in-action/
LOCATION:CV/Valley View Area\, 1134 Cuyahoga St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T110000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T063410
CREATED:20260105T161757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T145620Z
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SUMMARY:History Hike: Deep Lock Quarry
DESCRIPTION:Take a trip back in time to the 1800s to discover over a century of hidden history along the 1.4-mile Quarry Trail. Learn where this stone came from\, how it was quarried and where it ended up through stories and images.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/history-hike-deep-lock-quarry/
LOCATION:DLQ/Quarry Trail\, 5779 Riverview Rd.\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T063410
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T145121Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T120000
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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:20260809T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T063410
CREATED:20260302T191427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180203Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Realm History Hike
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/nature-realm-history-hike/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T190000
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CREATED:20260422T154253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T152336Z
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SUMMARY:Spree With Me: Wildlife Along the Canal
DESCRIPTION:Cross a spree trail off your list with a 2.2-mile round-trip hike from Wilbeth to Summit Lake Nature Center and back. We’ll explore the impacts of the Ohio & Erie Canal on our landscape and the plants and animals that have weathered those changes.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/stagnant-waters-wildlife-along-the-canal/
LOCATION:TT/Wilbeth Road Trailhead\, 392 W. Wilbeth Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature Education,Spree Credit Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T150000
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CREATED:20260427T152204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T163013Z
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SUMMARY:Spree With Me: Rock Creek History
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/rock-creek-history-hike/
LOCATION:FR/Brushwood Area\, 4955 Townsend Rd.\, Richfield\, OH\, 44286\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,History,Nature Education,Spree Credit Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T214512Z
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SUMMARY:Canal Paddle
DESCRIPTION: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 jackets\, will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 8/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/canal-paddle-2/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,History,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T063410
CREATED:20260421T193032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T152813Z
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SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Cozy Up with Chamomile & Bergamot Teas
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-cozy-up-with-chamomile-bergamot-teas/
LOCATION:GYH/Goodyear Heights Lodge\, 2077 Newton St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Health & Fitness,History,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T063410
CREATED:20260421T192117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T163934Z
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SUMMARY:Spree With Me: Harvest Moon
DESCRIPTION:Shine on harvest moon! Take a hike on the 2-mile Chippewa Trail and explore the agricultural history of Silver Creek Metro Park under the harvest moon\, all while earning spree credit.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/spree-with-me-harvest-moon/
LOCATION:SC/Big Oak Area\, 5199 S. Medina Line Rd.\, Norton\, OH\, 44230\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Spree Credit Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T063410
CREATED:20260429T130549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T163525Z
UID:10005227-1790708400-1790712000@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. After a presentation\, 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-3/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,History,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T063410
CREATED:20260427T153220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T153927Z
UID:10005218-1791727200-1791730800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Terrifying Titans: Megafauna
DESCRIPTION:Halloween is known for monsters\, so let’s talk about the behemoths that once roamed Ohio! Come learn about the megafauna that towered over all and how they were replaced by the fauna we have today. We will be hiking the grounds\, so dress for the weather!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/terrifying-titans-megafauna-2/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T063410
CREATED:20260421T191803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T155101Z
UID:10005209-1792000800-1792006200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Book Club: A Passion for the Land
DESCRIPTION:Whether a first-time visitor or a longtime book club member\, all adults are invited to share in a lively discussion about the inspiring book\, “A Passion for the Land: John F. Seiberling and the Environmental Movement\,” by Daniel Nelson. Don’t forget to bring your mug — we’ll supply the beverages.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/book-club-a-passion-for-the-land/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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