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a trail winds pass trees with yellow and brown leaves

Walk in the Woods

Hike with a naturalist on the 0.9-mile Fernwood Loop to check a trail off your Fall Hiking Spree form. As we walk, we will explore the hidden…

FASN/Nature Realm

Sunset Spree Hike

Learn about this year’s Fall Hiking Spree sustainability theme and enjoy the setting sun with a 2.8-mile round trip from Summit Lake Nature…

SLNC

Fall Warbler Walk

Enjoy the fall weather with a walk along the 1.1-mile Redwing Trail to look for migrating warblers.

F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area
Two bats rest next to one another.

Twilight Bat Hike

Hike the 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail as the sun sets to hopefully observe bats and learn about the amazing ways they support healthy ecosystems…

SC/Pheasant Run Area
Many large kids' picture books.

Self-Guided Story Trail: The Earth & I

Enjoy a late summer walk along the 1.4-mile Old Mill Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth & I.”…

FR/Brushwood Area
A tree swallow with outstretched wings lands on a branch

Swallows and Swifts

Join a naturalist to learn about the fascinating lives and migratory journeys of these insect-gobbling birds! We’ll meet in the shelter for…

LP/Nature Center
a trail winds pass trees with yellow and brown leaves

Fernwood Stroll

Join a naturalist for a brisk hike along the 0.9-mile Fernwood Loop. We’ll be on the lookout for who’s around and any seasonal happenings…

FASN/Visitors Center
Two hands hold out a green and yellow fish.

Kinderealm: Fishies

Children ages 3 to 5 and their adult companions can get hooked and learn all about our fishy friends! We will be learning with a story, craft,…

MF/Shady Shelter

Summer Nature Tales

In an interactive story time, young children and their adult companions can explore what’s happening in nature as summer comes to an end….

LP/Nature Center
A coyote stands in low grass.

Get to Know Coyotes

Join a naturalist to explore one of Ohio’s most beautiful, and most misunderstood creatures: the coyote. We’ll chat for a bit, then take a…

FASN/Seneca Deck
A paved trail winds through a green, wooded area under a clear blue sky.

Fall Spree Hike

Join a naturalist on the 1-mile Prather Trail and cross one trail off your Fall Hiking Spree! Along the way we will discuss the park’s history…

CV/Valley View Area
A camping tent with rolled-up sleeping pads, a lantern and pie iron in front of it.

Tent Camping Workshop

Families are invited to a fun introductory camping experience led by naturalists. We will offer fishing, hiking, upcycled crafting, simple…

SC/Lake House Area