Self-Guided Story Trail: Some Bugs
Enjoy fun and exploration while following a self-guided story trail based on the book, “Some Bugs.” This experience will be available along the 0.8-mile Daffodil Trail through July 26.
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Nature Education
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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Self-Guided Trail: Banquet for BiodiversityWalk the 0.25-mile Maple Loop Trail through July 26 to discover how native plants support biodiversity, particularly pollinators! Informative signs will guide your learning experience. |
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Summer Nature TalesYoung 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.
Liberty Park
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Self-Guided: Damsels & DragonsFollow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos. 
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall GrassEnjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23. |
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Fossils for KidsKids 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 […]
Furnace Run Metro Park
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Summer Insects Take FlightJoin Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Denny Reiser to explore the colorful world of summer insects. We’ll enjoy a seated presentation on Seneca Deck followed by a stroll through the Rock & Herb Garden in search of some summer favorites!
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Kids in the GardenJoin us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed, sow, water, harvest . . . and enjoy! We’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, […]
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Bats, Up Close & PersonalBats are some of the most fascinating and beneficial creatures of the night! Join us to learn about these fantastic flying insect controllers up close as park biologists attempt to catch them with nets for observation and data collection. The program will take place in the outdoor shelter.
Liberty Park
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Fishing FridayCome try your hand at fishing. We’ll provide the rods and bait, so all you have to do is show up! Anyone over the age of 16 will need a valid Ohio fishing license.
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Nocturnal Creatures Night HikeEver wonder what happens in the woods at night when the daytime critters go to sleep? Join a naturalist on the 1.2-mile Oxbow Trail to see what our local wildlife is up to when the sun goes down!
Cascade Valley Metro Park
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Bird Nerds: American GoldfinchBird 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 join for a guided birding walk.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Bug Hunt for Grown UpsDo you remember exploring as a kid, searching for bugs with a net and jar in hand? Join a naturalist for a hands-on dive into the world of insects to rekindle that sense of wonder! We’ll begin in the shelter for an introduction and microscope viewing, then strike out into the field and pond edge […]
Wood Hollow Metro Park
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Nature Realm History HikeEnjoy 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!
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Kinderealm: SkunksPee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn all about the striped, smelly skunk though a story, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Who is Living in the River?Join a park district staff as we explore life in the river. Discover how these surveys help measure the river’s health and get an up-close look at the fish we catch before they’re safely released back into the water.
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Homegrown Habitat: Caterpillars CountCalling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us and learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month, we’ll discover the hidden world of caterpillars. We’ll dive deeper into understanding how to best support the larval stage of butterflies and moths.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Magnificent MothsJoin a naturalist as we delve into the world of moths. These amazing insects come in many different shapes, colors and sizes. From the pink and yellow rosy maple moth to the camouflaged pandorus sphinx moth, come and see what flies in. Bring bug spray and your camera.
Liberty Park
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Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Kinderealm: SkunksPee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can learn all about the striped, smelly skunk though a story, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
Liberty Park
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Summer Nature TalesYoung 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.
Liberty Park
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Nature Trivia HikeJoin a naturalist for a 1.5-mile trivia-filled hike! We’ll test you on all sorts of summer facts from wildlife to the Olympics! So, bring your competitive spirit. But as long as we’re outside, isn’t everybody a winner?
Sand Run Metro Park
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Bees for BeginnersWould you bee-lieve how amazing bees can be? Explore the world of bees and discover our most common species in this program for bee beginners.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
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Nature SaunterAppreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace on a stroll along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail to observe end of summer nature.
Wood Hollow Metro Park
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Kinderealm: SkunksPee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn all about the striped, smelly skunk though a story, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
Towpath Trail
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Meet Me in the Garden: Attracting WildlifeJoin Wildlife Communications Specialist Monika Bowman Bell as she discusses the benefits of attracting wildlife into your outdoor space and tactics to deter nuisance species. |
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Getting to Know GrassesOften overlooked and under loved, grasses play an essential role in our communities. Join for a hike along the 1.6-mile Prairie Trail to explore the fantastic features that make grasses so fascinating.
Springfield Bog Metro Park
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Young Birders: Novel NightjarsKids ages 8 and up are invited to discover the novelties of nightjars through a short presentation and bird walk. An adult companion is required to remain for the entirety of the program.
Cascade Valley Metro Park
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Kids in the GardenJoin us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed, sow, water, harvest . . . and enjoy! Each month we’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement […]
Towpath Trail
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Self-Guided Story Trail: Some Bugs
Enjoy fun and exploration while following a self-guided story trail based on the book, “Some Bugs.” This experience will be available along the 0.8-mile Daffodil Trail through July 26.
Self-Guided Trail: Banquet for Biodiversity
Walk the 0.25-mile Maple Loop Trail through July 26 to discover how native plants support biodiversity, particularly pollinators! Informative signs will guide your learning experience.
Summer Nature Tales
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.
Liberty Park
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Fossils for Kids
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.
Furnace Run Metro Park
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Summer Insects Take Flight
Join Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Denny Reiser to explore the colorful world of summer insects. We’ll enjoy a seated presentation on Seneca Deck followed by a stroll through the Rock & Herb Garden in search of some summer favorites!
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Kids in the Garden
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed, sow, water, harvest . . . and enjoy! We’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be held…
Bats, Up Close & Personal
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 as park biologists attempt to catch them with nets for observation and data collection. The program will take place in the outdoor shelter.
Liberty Park
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Fishing Friday
Come try your hand at fishing. We’ll provide the rods and bait, so all you have to do is show up! Anyone over the age of 16 will need a valid Ohio fishing license.
Nocturnal Creatures Night Hike
Ever wonder what happens in the woods at night when the daytime critters go to sleep? Join a naturalist on the 1.2-mile Oxbow Trail to see what our local wildlife is up to when the sun goes down!
Cascade Valley Metro Park
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Bird Nerds: American Goldfinch
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 join for a guided birding walk.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Bug Hunt for Grown Ups
Do you remember exploring as a kid, searching for bugs with a net and jar in hand? Join a naturalist for a hands-on dive into the world of insects to rekindle that sense of wonder! We’ll begin in the shelter for an introduction and microscope viewing, then strike out into the field and pond edge to search for insects for…
Wood Hollow Metro Park
Nature Realm History Hike
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!
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Kinderealm: Skunks
Pee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn all about the striped, smelly skunk though a story, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Who is Living in the River?
Join a park district staff as we explore life in the river. Discover how these surveys help measure the river’s health and get an up-close look at the fish we catch before they’re safely released back into the water.
Homegrown Habitat: Caterpillars Count
Calling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us and learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month, we’ll discover the hidden world of caterpillars. We’ll dive deeper into understanding how to best support the larval stage of butterflies and moths.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Magnificent Moths
Join a naturalist as we delve into the world of moths. These amazing insects come in many different shapes, colors and sizes. From the pink and yellow rosy maple moth to the camouflaged pandorus sphinx moth, come and see what flies in. Bring bug spray and your camera.
Liberty Park
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Kinderealm: Skunks
Pee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can learn all about the striped, smelly skunk though a story, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
Liberty Park
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Summer Nature Tales
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.
Liberty Park
Nature Trivia Hike
Join a naturalist for a 1.5-mile trivia-filled hike! We’ll test you on all sorts of summer facts from wildlife to the Olympics! So, bring your competitive spirit. But as long as we’re outside, isn’t everybody a winner?
Sand Run Metro Park
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Bees for Beginners
Would you bee-lieve how amazing bees can be? Explore the world of bees and discover our most common species in this program for bee beginners.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Nature Saunter
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace on a stroll along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail to observe end of summer nature.
Wood Hollow Metro Park
Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons
Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these amazing insects as they cruise nearby to catch mosquitos.
Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass
Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book “In the Tall, Tall Grass.” This experience is available along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail through August 23.
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Kinderealm: Skunks
Pee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn all about the striped, smelly skunk though a story, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
Towpath Trail
Meet Me in the Garden: Attracting Wildlife
Join Wildlife Communications Specialist Monika Bowman Bell as she discusses the benefits of attracting wildlife into your outdoor space and tactics to deter nuisance species.
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Self-Guided: Goodbye, Birds!
Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Getting to Know Grasses
Often overlooked and under loved, grasses play an essential role in our communities. Join for a hike along the 1.6-mile Prairie Trail to explore the fantastic features that make grasses so fascinating.
Springfield Bog Metro Park
Young Birders: Novel Nightjars
Kids ages 8 and up are invited to discover the novelties of nightjars through a short presentation and bird walk. An adult companion is required to remain for the entirety of the program.
Cascade Valley Metro Park
Kids in the Garden
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed, sow, water, harvest . . . and enjoy! Each month we’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be…
Towpath Trail