Take an evening hike on the 2-mile Meadow Trail under the Pink Moon! We will celebrate April Fools’ Day with some nature-inspired jokes and silly stories about early naturalists and some of their foolish exploits during the age of discovery.

Join a naturalist as we partner with The University of Akron Field Station at Bath Nature Preserve for a chance to see the legendary timberdoodle! These birds put on a show you won’t want to miss. Please drive all the way down the driveway to the Field Station.

We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to join us to learn about the marvels of bird migration. We’ll embark on a journey of our own through activities, a story and a short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is […]

Venture out on a night hike in search of frogs and discover the important roles amphibians play in our world. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight.

Join a naturalist for a walk at Summit Lake to search for and learn about waterfowl and the other birds living nearby. Binoculars will be available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis.

Bird enthusiasts of all kinds are welcome to join us for a deep dive into one of Ohio’s most recognizable species each month. You see them. You love them. But how well do you really know them? After our indoor presentation, those interested can then join for a guided birding walk at the Valley View […]

Following a presentation on turkey vultures’ unusual habits, extraordinary adaptations and important role in our ecosystem, we’ll hit the trail in hopes of watching them in action as they rock and glide on thermals overhead.

Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Join a naturalist to learn about the importance of freshwater habitats and the life within them. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes that can get wet. Registration is required and begins on 3/1.

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

Search for early spring wildflowers alongside a naturalist during a 1.9-mile stroll on Spring Hollow Trail. We will learn how these eager bloomers have specially-adapted to take advantage of a sleeping forest floor. Be prepared for steep, uneven terrain.

Share stories as the light gets low. Join a naturalist for a classic campfire story and a sweet treat followed by shadow puppets, campfire songs and s’more camp classics. Meet on the beach at the Lake House Area.

Join a naturalist along the challenging 2-mile Deer Run Trail as we explore the forest in search of spring ephemerals at sunset. We’ll learn some identification tips and the cultural history of these small but mighty plants.

Venture out on a night hike in search of frogs and discover the important roles amphibians play in our world. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight.

Join a naturalist as we walk the ledges in search of spring wildflowers and their friends, the specialist bees. Learn about the interdependence between wildflowers and bees and why you only see “queen” bumblebees this time of the year.

Meet in Pheasant Run Shelter to learn about the formation and richness of an essential and ephemeral spring habitat: the vernal pool. Afterward, join a short hike to listen to the frogs that flock to these pools.

Venture into the world of spring wildflowers with a naturalist on the 2-mile Deer Run Trail. We will learn how these beautiful blooms are specially adapted to take advantage of a sleeping forest floor. Be prepared for steep, uneven terrain.

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening and nature. Each class will be centered on what’s happening in nature as well as what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins […]