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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Meet Me In The Garden: Attracting Wildlife to Your Outdoor Space

Join Monika Bowman Bell from Ohio Division of Wildlife as she discusses the benefits of attracting wildlife into your outdoor space, along…

FASN/Visitors Center
A grassy trail leading through prairie.

Insect Safari

Go on a safari for beautiful and bizarre insects along the 1.6-mile Prairie Trail. Sweep nets and observation jars will be provided.

SFB/Prairie Trail
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! Anyone over the age of 16 will need a […]

SLNC
The sun setting over a field of goldenrod.

Sunsets & Swallows

Soak up the summer sunset and watch the swallows above the Cuyahoga River as we walk the 1.1-mile Missing Link Trail.

CV/Valley View Area
a dirt trail surrounded by grass and trees on a sunny day

Hike the Hills

Lace up those hiking boots and hit the Hampton Hills with a naturalist. Along the 3.2-mile Adam Run Trail, we’ll discuss the natural history…

HH/Main Entrance
bottles of yellow, blue and red paint sit on a table

Paint ‘N Take for Adults

Adult visitors will enjoy lemonade while completing a lovely seasonal, nature-inspired acrylic painting following basic step-by-step instructions….

FASN/Visitors Center
bottles of yellow, blue and red paint sit on a table

Paint ‘N Take for Adults

Adult visitors will enjoy lemonade while completing a lovely seasonal, nature-inspired acrylic painting following basic step-by-step instructions….

FASN/Visitors Center
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

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…

LP/Nature Center
Many large kids' picture books.

Self-Guided Story Trail: Compost Stew

Enjoy a fun, active walk following a storybook trail based on the book “Compost Stew.” This story is available along the 2.1-mile Black Bear…

LP/Nature Center

In Search of Snakes

Hike with a naturalist on the 1-mile Prather Trail to learn about snake identification. We will discuss what species are present in Summit…

CV/Valley View Area
Water flowing over a rocky creek bed.

Creek Walk for Kids

Kids and their adult companions can get hands-on in the creek to search for insects, amphibians, fish and even fossils! Dress to get wet….

FR/Brushwood Area