What’s better than fireworks? Fireflies! Enjoy basking in the glow of nature’s light show as we hike the 1.6-mile Prairie Trail looking for the many firefly species that call Summit County home.

Join us on Independence Day to celebrate the eagle, a raptor revered by many cultures as the regal "king of the sky." Enjoy hands-on activities inside, take a self-guided hike and make your own s'more over a campfire (while supplies last).

Enjoy nature's bioluminescent fireworks this holiday! Learn about this charismatic insect through engaging activities, then catch some fireflies of your own. Please bring your own flashlight and bug jar. Enjoy sparklers, while supplies last.

Summer is in full bloom! Take a walk among the wildflowers through portions of Seneca Trail, the Rock & Herb Garden and the Arboretum as we discuss and identify Ohio's native wildflowers.

Young children and their adult companions can enjoy an interactive summer-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the Nature Play area after the program.

Did you know moths outnumber butterflies by about 20 to one? Join a naturalist to learn how to use black lights to attract these amazing creatures and observe their beautiful colors, shapes and patterns up close. Bring a flashlight and camera if you'd like to take photos. Bug spray is highly recommended.

Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration following a self-guided story trail based on the book "Vulture View." Look for it along the 1.2-mile Coyote Run Trail between July 7 and 28.

Waterfowl are wonderful! Bring your 2- to 6-year-old to enjoy a story, craft and games – all about ducks!

Butterfly beauts have taken flight! Enjoy a brief presentation about these charismatic insects, then hit the trail to see butterflies up-close.

Kids and their adult companions can join a naturalist while exploring the stream to hunt for fossils and learn about the ancient creatures that once called this park home. Dress to get wet; closed-toe shoes required.

Kids and their adult companions can join us outdoors to learn why snakes aren't scary, they're amazing! You'll even get the chance to meet one of our real snake ambassadors that lives at the nature center.

Ravens and crows and jays, oh my! Enjoy a brief presentation on corvids followed by a bird walk on the 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail in hopes of spotting them.

Join a naturalist on this 1.2-mile hike overlooking the Cuyahoga River. Along the way, we will discuss why this is such an important waterway both for us and local wildlife.

Join a naturalist in collaboration with The University of Akron Field Station to search for meadowlarks, bobolinks and other exciting grassland birds. Some binoculars will be provided. Meet at the field station, past the main parking lot off Ira Rd. and all the way down the driveway.

A walk in the woods can reveal otherwise overlooked wonders of nature. Join a naturalist on a hike to discover the beauty, variety and interesting ecology of mushrooms. Sturdy shoes, bug spray and drinking water are recommended.

Join a naturalist as we scour the plants and hedgerows for bugs, caterpillars, spiders, lady beetles and other cool critters! Learn that all bugs are insects, but not all insects are bugs! Nets and jars will be available for use. Bring a hat, sunscreen and water.

Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions will take a closer look at what makes these amazing, night-flying, butterfly cousins so special. A craft and short walk are included. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers.

Hiding beneath the rocks and mud of our streambeds, these humble bivalves help keep our waterways clean and clear. Join a naturalist to learn about these one-foot wonders through a shell-full of crafts and demos!

Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll along the 1.2-mile Downy Loop Trail to observe and enjoy summertime nature. Enjoy a beverage and nature conversation afterward.

Newbies and experts alike are welcome to join us in this lively series for a fun, approachable discussion on a new bird topic each month. This month, we'll delve into the unique adaptations of the bird's body that make them masters of their trade.

As our vision becomes unreliable in the dark of night, a cavalcade of wildlife emerge to take advantage of the daily transformation. Join a naturalist to hike the 2-mile Chippewa Trail and listen for the phenomena of night. Flashlights aren’t necessary, but sturdy hiking boots are recommended.

Hike with a naturalist to discover nature at night. Enjoy seeing the full moon rise and learn why Indigenous Peoples called it a "buck" moon.

Kids and their adult companions are invited to learn about our acrobatic neighbors through activities and a .25-mile hike along Maple Loop Trail in search of these "nutty" creatures, their nests and the food they like best.

Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions will take a closer look at what makes these amazing, night-flying, butterfly cousins so special. A craft and short walk are included. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers.

Kids and their adult companions: Join a naturalist to learn about the crawling and slithering creatures found in our parks. Meet some of our animal ambassadors before taking a walk in search of turtles, frogs and more in their natural habitat.

Young children and their adult companions can enjoy an interactive summer-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the Nature Play area after the program.

Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions will take a closer look at what makes these amazing, night-flying, butterfly cousins so special. A craft and short walk are included. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers.

Discover the world of insect subterfuge. Plenty of insects engage in mimicry, but none quite like the firefly. Join a naturalist on a catch and release mission to crack the code of these cunning insects.

Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn about sandhill cranes, unique birds dating back to prehistoric times that dance, yell, build floating nests and are celebrated as a symbol of good fortune. Children will enjoy a craft, educational activities, a game and music. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable […]