Nature Saunter
2024-10-11 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll along the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail. Enjoy a beverage and nature conversation afterward. Good for spree credit.

History Among the Ledges
2024-10-12 09:00 - 10:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Learn how the rugged ledges were formed and how Indigenous peoples used the resources found in the area near the 1.1-mile moderately challenging Ledges Trail. Please wear appropriate footwear.

Nature Drawing for Kids
2024-10-13 12:00 - 13:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Join our interpretive artist for this entertaining lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to 12. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and begins on 10/4.

Woodland Hike
2024-10-13 13:00 - 14:30 | SC/Pheasant Run Area, 5000 S. Hametown Rd., Norton, OH, 44203, United States
Join a naturalist as we hike along the 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail. We will be hiking at a moderate pace to take in the beauty of this wooded area, build an appreciation for nature and enjoy the benefit of the outdoors.

Virtual: Nature Drawing for Kids
2024-10-13 14:00 - 15:00 | OH
Join our interpretive artist online for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to 12. All you need is a pencil and paper. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registration. Registration is required and begins on 10/4.

Kinderealm: Bats
2024-10-16 10:30 - 11:30 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to go batty for bats! We will explore these winged wonders through a short lesson, story and crafts. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 9/25.

Lil' Sprouts
2024-10-17 10:00 - 11:30 | OH
This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins on 9/26.

Homeschoolers: Monarchs on the Move
2024-10-17 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-10-17 13:30 - 15:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Join naturalists and discover the heroic journey and cultural significance of the charismatic monarch butterfly. Their migration to Mexico is not easy, but upon their arrival, a celebration begins. Please dress for the weather. Registration is required and begins 10/9.

Reading the Clouds
2024-10-17 12:00 - 13:00 | FASN/Seneca Deck, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
What exactly is a cloud? Join a naturalist as we reach for the skies and discuss formation, types and what we can learn from clouds.

Kids in the Garden
2024-10-17 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-10-24 15:30 - 16:30 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for this weekly gardening program for children of all ages. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest in the garden.

Autumn Nature Tales
2024-10-18 10:30 - 11:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Young children and their adult companions can enjoy this interactive, autumn-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the Nature Play area after the program.

Nature Board Game Night
2024-10-19 17:30 - 19:30 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Settle in for a cozy evening of nature-themed board games. Join a naturalist for a game of Wingspan or try a selection of other popular tabletop games.

Self-Guided: Bats
2024-10-20 00:00 - 2024-10-30 23:59 | F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area, 2620 Harrington Rd., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
Come learn all about our native, flying mammals: the bat! Hike along the 1.1-mile Redwing Trail through October 30 to learn all about our flying friends before they begin to hibernate for the season.

HELPING BIRDS IN OUR HOME SPACES
2024-10-22 19:00 - 20:30 | GYH/Goodyear Heights Lodge, 2077 Newton St., Akron, OH, 44305, United States
Join the Greater Akron Audubon Society to learn more about how you can help birds in your home and community spaces. Interpretive naturalist and native plant enthusiast Becca Zak will highlight simple, accessible and effective ways to transform your passion for birds into conservation action to best support backyard bird species and other wildlife neighbors.

Lil Sprouts
2024-10-24 10:00 - 11:30 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins 9/26.

Birds & Words
2024-10-24 18:00 - 19:00 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Birds have inspired art and writing for thousands of years. Join a naturalist for a presentation about the symbolism of birds and their importance to literature.

Fall Colors Spree Hike
2024-10-25 11:00 - 12:30 | FR/Brushwood Area, 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield, OH, 44286, United States
Join a naturalist to enjoy fall colors on a hike along the 1.3-mile Rock Creek Trail.

Life Under Logs
2024-10-27 12:30 - 14:30 | HH/Main Entrance, 2925 Akron Peninsula Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Anyone home? Join a naturalist to discover the complex and secretive life that exists under logs and leaf litter. We will be mindfully stepping off trail and looking under logs and leaves to find forest friends.

Creatures of the Water
2024-10-27 14:00 - 16:00 | OH
Join a naturalist as we learn about the strange yet interesting creatures that live in streams and wetlands. We will discuss several species of crayfish, fresh water mussels and the Hellbender, the largest species of salamander in Ohio. Learn why they are critical to local waterways and how they act as indicator species when something is going wrong.

Creepy Crawly Craft
2024-10-30 15:00 - 16:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Don’t get spooked — insects can be cute, too! Drop by to discover some of this season’s creepy crawly creatures and create your own to take home, while supplies last.

Autumn Nature Tales
2024-11-01 10:30 - 11:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Young children and their adult companions can enjoy this interactive autumn-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the Nature Play area after the program.

Boots & Birds
2024-11-02 09:00 - 10:30 | F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area, 2620 Harrington Rd., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
Get your hiking boots and binoculars to earn spree credit on this mid-morning bird walk on the 1.6-mile Willow Trail.

Self-guided Story Trail: Leaf Man
2024-11-03 06:00 - 2024-11-24 23:00 | WH/Downy Loop Trail, 2121 Barlow Rd., Hudson, OH, 44236, United States
As late fall gives way to winter, enjoy a self-guided hike based on the book, “Leaf Man” along the 1.2-mile Downy Loop Trail through November 24.

Kinderealm: Who's Ready for a Nap?
2024-11-06 10:30 - 11:30 | OH
Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions will explore how some wildlife friends are preparing for long naps to survive the winter. Program includes a walk and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 10/31.

Leaves for Little Ones
2024-11-08 10:30 - 11:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Join a naturalist for all things leaves, including a read aloud of Lois Ehlert’s “Leaf Man”. Following the story, we will take a short hike and build our own “leaf men” to take home. Most suitable for ages 3-6 and children must be accompanied by an adult.

Nature Saunter
2024-11-08 12:00 - 13:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail. Enjoy a beverage and nature conversation afterward.

Nature Trivia Night
2024-11-08 19:00 - 21:00 | F/Coventry Oaks Lodge, 40 Axline Ave., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
So you think you know nature? Grab your crew of 2-6 adults, and compete against other teams to prove yourselves at the return of SMP’s nature-themed trivia night. From bees to trees, and rocks to hawks, our topics will test your knowledge on everything natural about Ohio. Refreshments will be available all night, and prizes will be waiting for those who climb to first, second, and third place. Registration is required and begins on 11/1.

Geology of the Ledges
2024-11-09 13:00 - 15:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Take a step back in time and learn about the geology of the Twinsburg Ledges. Learn how they were created, what they are made of, and their importance to the ecosystem. We will be hiking about a mile on uneven and rocky terrain and going into the conservation area. Boots are recommended.
