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Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC
Three tomatoes growing off of a tomato plant.

Good Garden Talks: Weed & Water Management

Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn weed management and proper watering techniques for your vegetable…

Kenmore & Ira Community Garden

Summer Census Bird Walk

It’s the opening day of the Summer Breeding Bird Census! Join a naturalist and counter from the Greater Akron Audubon Society to discover…

MF/Tallmadge Meadows Area

Bank Swallow Stroll

Take a short stroll with a naturalist to learn all about bank swallows! We will get a glimpse of their annual nesting colony, providing an…

CV/Overlook Area
A goldfinch stands on top of a cluster of coneflowers.

Queer Birders Walk

Celebrate Pride Month with a birding walk on the 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail. Birder or not, queer or ally, doesn’t matter — all are welcome!…

SC/Lake House Area
Water flowing over a rocky creek bed.

Fossils for Kids

Kids and their adult companions can join a naturalist while exploring the stream to hunt for fossils and learn about the ancient creatures…

FR/Brushwood Area

Kinderealm: Bears

Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn about black bears, beloved animals native to Ohio. A craft and game are part of…

FASN/Visitors Center

The Music of the Frogs

Learn about the musical talents of our local frogs and craft your own simple instruments out of recycled materials to join in the amphibious…

GYH/Pioneer Area
Several fishing poles, some with bobbers.

Fishing Fridays

Come try your hand at fishing. We’ll provide the rods and bait, so all you have to do is show up! Ages 16 and over will need a valid Ohio…

SLNC
A black moth with and orange and blue head resting on a leaf.

Moth Night

Join a naturalist to discover the diversity and beauty of our local moths. While butterflies often steal the spotlight, you’ll be amazed…

DLQ/Quarry Trail

Lovely Ladybugs

Join a naturalist as we explore the world of ladybugs. Did you know these beetles are fierce predators? Ohio is home to 14 species and North…

LP/Nature Center

Black Bears in Ohio

June is when Summit County residents are often treated to black bear sightings. Learn about our resilient and adaptable wild neighbors and…

LP/Nature Center