Coffee With The Birds
2026-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Join a naturalist to see the birds on our lake from the comfort of Summit Lake Nature Center. Bring a mug and your bird questions — we’ll provide warm beverages and birding insights!

Bird Nerds: Great Blue Heron
2026-02-28 12:00 - 13:30 | F/Coventry Oaks Lodge, 40 Axline Ave., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
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.

Self-Guided Story Trail: North Country Spring
2026-03-01 06:00 - 2026-03-29 23:00 | WH/Downy Loop Trail, 2121 Barlow Rd., Hudson, OH, 44236, United States
Enjoy hiking a portion of Downy Loop Trail as the season changes while reading a special spring story along the way. This experience is available through March 29.

Very Valuable Vultures
2026-03-01 13:00 - 14:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
The wait is almost over! Join us in excited anticipation for the return of the migratory and magnificent turkey vulture. We’ll take a deep dive into feathered forensics to discover the ecological importance of this misunderstood member of the scavenger squad. After a sit-down presentation indoors, we’ll hit the trail and look for vultures and other birds, so please bring binoculars.

Kids in the Garden
2026-03-05 15:30 - 16:30 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
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 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 indoors.

Good Garden Talks: Seed Starting
2026-03-05 18:00 - 19:30 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn best practices for starting seeds for the vegetable garden. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be held indoors.

Winter Nature Tales
2026-03-06 10:30 - 11:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Young children and their adult companions can enjoy an interactive, late-winter-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park after the program.

Breakfast with Waterfowl
2026-03-07 09:00 - 10:30 | NR/Lot C4, 5550 Christman Rd., Green, OH, 44319, United States
Drop in at the campground boat launch to start your morning right with a campfire, pie iron pancakes and birdwatching. We’ll have binoculars, a spotting scope and field guides set out to enjoy. Registration is required and begins on 2/1.

Women of Ornithology
2026-03-07 12:00 - 13:00 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Join a naturalist for a presentation to celebrate and discuss the amazing history of women ornithologists.

Salamander Slime Open House
2026-03-08 12:30 - 14:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Come have a good time making some salamander slime! We’ll be talking about some of the slimiest creatures around the world. Afterward, we will make our very own slime to take home (while supplies last).

Owl Prowl
2026-03-08 20:00 - 22:00 | SC/Big Oak Area, 5199 Medina Line Rd., Norton, OH, 44230, United States
“Whooo” goes there? Hike the 2-mile Chippewa Trail at night to get a glimpse into the nocturnal world of owls.

Kinderealm: Turkey Vultures
2026-03-11 10:30 - 11:30 | FASN/Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn about the extraordinary turkey vulture, their revolting habits and important roles as nature’s clean-up crew. Program includes a hike and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/1.

Drop-In: Origami Animals
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Drop in to the nature center’s Lakeview Room to learn about native wildlife and the basics of origami by folding an assortment of paper animals. Bring a mug; warm drinks will be available.

Nature Saunter
2026-03-14 12:00 - 13:30 | FR/Brushwood Area, 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield, OH, 44286, United States
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a refreshing stroll along the 1.3-mile Rock Creek Trail to look and listen for signs that winter is transitioning to spring!

Beyond the Summit: The Facts of Fishing
2026-03-14 15:00 - 17:00 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Beyond the Summit is a speaker series featuring environmental professionals discussing topics related to water in Northeast Ohio. From watershed health to fishing best practices, each talk offers community members the chance to learn from experts shaping the future of our water resources. This month’s guest joins us from Fisherman’s Central to talk about some fishing facts and pro tips.

Flapjacks and Sap Facts: A Maple Sugaring Breakfast
2026-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Join us as we reap the fruits of our labor by enjoying a traditional pancake breakfast with our own Liberty Park maple syrup. As we wrap up breakfast, there will be a presentation and discussion of the notable history of maple syrup production in and around Summit County. Registration is required and begins on 2/1. Space is limited.

Dive Into Vernal Pools
2026-03-15 13:00 - 14:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Come take a deep dive into vernal pool ecology as we explore what makes these temporary habitats perfect breeding grounds for amphibians, insects and more. We will also discuss the important role they play in forest ecosystems and how they may be facing an uncertain future. After the presentation, we will take a short walk to see them in action.

Kinderealm: Turkey Vultures
2026-03-18 10:30 - 11:30 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn about the extraordinary turkey vulture, their revolting habits and important roles as nature’s clean up crew. Program includes a hike and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/1.

The Cuyahoga: A Dam Good Story
2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:30 | GYH/Goodyear Heights Lodge, 2077 Newton St., Akron, OH, 44305, United States
Join the Greater Akron Audubon Society to welcome Watershed Specialist Elaine Marsh, a lifelong lover of the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie. From pristine to polluted and finally restored, we’ll learn the roles science, public policy and funding play in this stunning account of man’s checkered history with water quality. Meet in the East Room.

Homeschoolers: Spring Sings & Other Things
2026-03-19 10:30 - 12:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Join us to learn what’s singing this spring and why there are so many things to see. We’ll explore topics like bird migration, insect emergence, spring ephemerals and more through a presentation, activities and a short hike. Dress for the weather. Registration is required and begins on 2/1.

Good Garden Talks: Bluebird Boxes
2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:30 | GYH/Goodyear Heights Lodge, 2077 Newton St., Akron, OH, 44305, United States
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for this wild workshop! Learn about Ohio’s eastern bluebird, then build your own bluebird box to take home. Materials will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Young Birders: Timberdoodles
2026-03-20 19:00 - 20:00 | F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area, 2620 Harrington Rd., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
Kids ages 8 and up are invited to learn about the elusive timberdoodle, better known as the American woodcock, through a short presentation and woodcock walk. An adult companion is required to remain for the entirety of the program.

Migration Madness Field Trip
2026-03-21 09:00 - 16:30 | FASN/Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Join park naturalists on a bus trip to the wetlands of Killbuck Marsh and Funk Bottoms Wildlife Areas for a morning of migrating waterfowl, shorebirds and more. Pack binoculars, spotting scopes, snacks and a lunch. Dress for all-day comfort out in the elements. Registration is required and begins 2/1. Cost: $60/person. All sales are final.

Maple Mania
2026-03-21 12:00 - 16:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Everyone loves real maple syrup! Stop in to discover the ins and outs of maple sugaring. See how the trees are tapped, how sap is collected and how it’s boiled down to that sweet amber syrup. Did you know Hudson, Ohio, was the birthplace of modern maple syrup production? Enjoy the festivities and — the best part — you can satisfy your sweet tooth by sampling our fresh, local Liberty Park syrup!

Maple Mania
2026-03-22 12:00 - 16:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Everyone loves real maple syrup! Stop in to discover the ins and outs of maple sugaring. See how the trees are tapped, how sap is collected and how it’s boiled down to that sweet amber syrup. Did you know that Hudson, Ohio, was the birthplace of modern maple syrup production? Enjoy the festivities and — the best part — you can satisfy your sweet tooth by sampling our fresh, local Liberty Park syrup!

Self-Guided Trail: Migratory Birds
2026-03-25 08:00 - 2026-04-08 17:00 | F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area, 2620 Harrington Rd., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
Hit the 1.1-mile Redwing Trail to discover fun facts about bird migration and identification while experiencing the beauty of peak migration season through April 8.

Kinderealm: Turkey Vultures
2026-03-25 10:30 - 11:30 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn about the extraordinary turkey vulture, their revolting habits, and important lives as nature’s clean up crew. Program includes a hike and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/1.

Meet Me in the Garden: Spring into Roses
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Discover how to make your spring roses thrive with expert tips on care, pruning and feeding for gardeners of all levels. Summit County Master Gardener Rick Hoddinott will help you plan for spring!

Spring Nature Tales
2026-03-27 10:30 - 11:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
It’s finally spring! Young children and their adult companions can celebrate 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.

Pride in the Parks: Signs of Spring
2026-03-27 18:00 - 20:00 | F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area, 2620 Harrington Rd., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
Queer or ally, doesn’t matter! All are welcome for this inclusive springtime stroll. Stick around afterward for hot beverages and tasty treats in Tuscarawas Shelter.
