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SUMMARY:Fishing Friday
DESCRIPTION: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 valid Ohio fishing license.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/fishing-friday-5/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
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UID:10005068-1786132800-1786138200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Nocturnal Creatures Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what happens in the woods at night when the daytime critters go to sleep? Join a naturalist on the 1.2-mile Oxbow Trail to see what our local wildlife is up to when the sun goes down!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/nocturnal-creatures-night-hike-2/
LOCATION:CV/Oxbow Area\, 1135 Cuyahoga St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T113000
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UID:10005066-1786183200-1786188600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bird Nerds: American Goldfinch
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bird-nerds-american-goldfinch/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260310T171135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T162035Z
UID:10005114-1786269600-1786275000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bug Hunt for Grown Ups
DESCRIPTION:Do you remember exploring as a kid\, searching for bugs with a net and jar in hand? Join a naturalist for a hands-on dive into the world of insects to rekindle that sense of wonder! We’ll begin in the shelter for an introduction and microscope viewing\, then strike out into the field and pond edge to search for insects for observation.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bug-hunt-for-grown-ups/
LOCATION:WH/Downy Loop Trail\, 2121 Barlow Rd.\, Hudson\, OH\, 44236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T191427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180203Z
UID:10005085-1786280400-1786284000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Nature Realm History Hike
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy your hike along the 1.2-mile Seneca Trail as we talk about the history of F.A Seiberling Nature Realm and how it became the amazing park we have today!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/nature-realm-history-hike/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T180333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T145634Z
UID:10005059-1786530600-1786534200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Skunks
DESCRIPTION:Pee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn all about the striped\, smelly skunk though a story\, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-skunks/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T220932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T162929Z
UID:10005101-1786618800-1786626000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Who is Living in the River?
DESCRIPTION:Join a park district staff as we explore life in the river. Discover how these surveys help measure the river’s health and get an up-close look at the fish we catch before they’re safely released back into the water.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/who-is-living-in-the-river/
LOCATION:BHT/SR 91 Lot\, 130 N. Main St.\, Munroe Falls\, OH\, 44262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Good For All Ages,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T190205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T193520Z
UID:10005076-1786645800-1786651200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitat: Caterpillars Count
DESCRIPTION:Calling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us and learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month\, we’ll discover the hidden world of caterpillars. We’ll dive deeper into understanding how to best support the larval stage of butterflies and moths.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitat-caterpillars-count/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T214938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T175834Z
UID:10005102-1786741200-1786748400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Magnificent Moths
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we delve into the world of moths. These amazing insects come in many different shapes\, colors and sizes. From the pink and yellow rosy maple moth to the camouflaged pandorus sphinx moth\, come and see what flies in. Bring bug spray and your camera.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/magnificant-moths-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T173647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T182323Z
UID:10005027-1787126400-1787936400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Self-Guided: Goodbye\, Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Fall flyers are gearing up to take off for migration! Through August 28\, hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail and discover which birds we’ll say goodbye to this autumn.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/self-guided-goodbye-birds-2/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T212738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T145631Z
UID:10005060-1787135400-1787139000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Skunks
DESCRIPTION:Pee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can learn all about the striped\, smelly skunk though a story\, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-skunks-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T204925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T181949Z
UID:10005093-1787308200-1787310000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Summer Nature Tales
DESCRIPTION:Young children and their adult companions can enjoy an interactive summer themed story time. Make it a fun\, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the Nature Play area after the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/summer-nature-tales-11/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T181127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T181551Z
UID:10005067-1787338800-1787344200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Nature Trivia Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a 1.5-mile trivia-filled hike! We’ll test you on all sorts of summer facts from wildlife to the Olympics! So\, bring your competitive spirit. But as long as we’re outside\, isn’t everybody a winner?
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/nature-trivia-hike/
LOCATION:SR/Old Portage Area\, 1300 Sand Run Pkwy.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T173821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T181404Z
UID:10005028-1787392800-1787396400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bees for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Would you bee-lieve how amazing bees can be? Explore the world of bees and discover our most common species in this program for bee beginners.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bees-for-beginners/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Good For All Ages,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260302T204758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T144748Z
UID:10005095-1787396400-1787403600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Nature Saunter
DESCRIPTION:Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace on a stroll along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail to observe end of summer nature.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/nature-saunter-23/
LOCATION:LP/Pond Brook Conservation Area\, 3973 E. Aurora Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Senior Friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162255
CREATED:20260310T162732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T145627Z
UID:10005061-1787740200-1787743800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kinderealm: Skunks
DESCRIPTION:Pee-yew! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn all about the striped\, smelly skunk though a story\, craft and short hike. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 7/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kinderealm-skunks-3/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162256
CREATED:20251105T194757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T144913Z
UID:10004749-1787770800-1787776200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Meet Me in the Garden: Attracting Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Join Wildlife Communications Specialist Monika Bowman Bell as she discusses the benefits of attracting wildlife into your outdoor space and tactics to deter nuisance species.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/meet-me-in-the-garden-benefits-of-attracting-wildlife-to-your-outdoor-spaces/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-buckeye-butterfly.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162256
CREATED:20260222T203250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T180845Z
UID:10005022-1788026400-1788031800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Getting to Know Grasses
DESCRIPTION:Often overlooked and under loved\, grasses play an essential role in our communities. Join for a hike along the 1.6-mile Prairie Trail to explore the fantastic features that make grasses so fascinating.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/getting-to-know-grasses/
LOCATION:SFB/Prairie Trail\, 1400 Portage Line Rd.\, Springfield Twp.\, OH\, 44312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162256
CREATED:20260302T174028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T180736Z
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SUMMARY:Young Birders: Novel Nightjars
DESCRIPTION:Kids ages 8 and up are invited to discover the novelties of nightjars through a short presentation and bird walk. An adult companion is required to remain for the entirety of the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/young-birders-novel-nightjars/
LOCATION:CV/Valley View Area\, 1134 Cuyahoga St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162256
CREATED:20260310T163150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T180604Z
UID:10005032-1788449400-1788453000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION: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 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.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-71/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162256
CREATED:20260310T163022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T180413Z
UID:10005033-1790868600-1790872200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION: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 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.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-69/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education
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