Summit Metro Parks
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries to celebrate “National Eat Outside Day” with a bike ride and picnic. This will be a casual pace (10-12 mph), 10-12-mile ride to downtown Akron and back. Upon return, join us for some meaningful conversation and a picnic. Light refreshments will be provided.
Learn how to kayak and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will […]
Learn how to kayak and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor to view a beautiful sunset. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water […]
Learn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. All equipment will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. […]
Learn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. All equipment will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. […]
Families with children ages 13 and younger are invited to join naturalists for a fun and relaxing overnight tent camping experience! Activities include guided nature hikes, campfires, s’mores and games. Please bring your own camping equipment, including food, sleeping gear, toiletries and chairs. No gear? No problem! Request a free camping kit with essentials during […]
Enjoy the fall weather with a walk along the 1.1-mile Redwing Trail to look for migrating warblers.
Stop by to learn basic kayak techniques and take a short self-guided paddle on the lake under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a […]
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries to meet up with the Akron Bike Club for a group bike ride to House Three Thirty and beyond. This experience is designed to introduce riders ages 12-25 to road cycling and the Akron Bike Club. All riders are responsible for obeying traffic laws and practicing road […]
Families are invited to a fun introductory camping experience led by naturalists. We will offer fishing, hiking, upcycled crafting, simple campfire cooking, a nature color-coded search for children, time in a tent and relaxing forest bathing.
Have you ever wanted to try archery, kayaking or fishing? Now’s your chance! Join us for a morning of hands-on recreational opportunities. All equipment and materials are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and dress to be outdoors and get wet. Archery: ages 9 and up. Kayaking: ages 13 and […]
Drop by to celebrate the end of summer around the campfire! We will play nature-themed games, tell family-friendly stories and eat plenty of s’mores (while supplies last). Bring a camp chair or blanket.
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries as we examine the rock formations, soil layers and mineral deposits along the Bike & Hike trail for a 9-mile ride at a casual pace. Please bring your own bike and helmet to participate. Helmets are required to participate.
Join naturalists for an active overnight tent camping experience. We’ll be hiking, cooking and adventuring as a group. Recreational activities may include fishing, orienteering and yard games. Please bring your own camping equipment, including sleeping gear, toiletries, snacks and a chair. No gear? No problem: Request a camping kit with essentials during registration, available while […]
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries to participate in the 13th annual Trails ‘N’ Rails event! This event consists of a 6-mile train trip and 6-mile cycling ride, where participants will board the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, travel north to Botzum trailhead and cycle back to the Mustill Store for lunch together. Please […]
Join a naturalist to hike the lush and hilly 1.9-mile Dogwood Trail! Learn about the natural history of the park as well as updates and improvements to the stream and surrounding environment while completing a Fall Hiking Spree trail.
Join a certified instructor on the Ohio & Erie Canal for a guided, round-trip paddle from Summit Lake to Manchester Road. Learn about the canal’s history and how it put Akron on the map. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be […]
Participants will learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at an outdoor range. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 9/24.
Practiced participants will review international-style target archery principles and test their marksmanship through a variety of fun and challenging shooting games. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Previous archery experience preferred. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 9/24.
Dessert over a campfire, yum! We’ll demonstrate techniques and share recipes to create delicious and easy desserts. Help us cook, then taste the results (while supplies last).
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries to celebrate “National Eat Outside Day” with a bike ride and picnic. This will be a casual pace (10-12 mph), 10-12-mile ride to downtown Akron and back. Upon return, join us for some meaningful conversation and a picnic. Light refreshments will be provided.
Learn how to kayak and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. Location subject to…
Learn how to kayak and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor to view a beautiful sunset. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life…
Learn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. All equipment will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins…
Learn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. All equipment will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins…
Families with children ages 13 and younger are invited to join naturalists for a fun and relaxing overnight tent camping experience! Activities include guided nature hikes, campfires, s’mores and games. Please bring your own camping equipment, including food, sleeping gear, toiletries and chairs. No gear? No problem! Request a free camping kit with essentials during registration, available while supplies last.…
Enjoy the fall weather with a walk along the 1.1-mile Redwing Trail to look for migrating warblers.
Stop by to learn basic kayak techniques and take a short self-guided paddle on the lake under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including…
Families with children ages 13 and younger are invited to join naturalists for a fun and relaxing overnight tent camping experience! Activities include guided nature hikes, campfires, s’mores and games. Please bring your own camping equipment, including food, sleeping gear, toiletries and chairs. No gear? No problem! Request a free camping kit with essentials during registration, available while supplies last.…
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries to meet up with the Akron Bike Club for a group bike ride to House Three Thirty and beyond. This experience is designed to introduce riders ages 12-25 to road cycling and the Akron Bike Club. All riders are responsible for obeying traffic laws and practicing road cycling safety. Please bring your…
Families are invited to a fun introductory camping experience led by naturalists. We will offer fishing, hiking, upcycled crafting, simple campfire cooking, a nature color-coded search for children, time in a tent and relaxing forest bathing.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
Have you ever wanted to try archery, kayaking or fishing? Now’s your chance! Join us for a morning of hands-on recreational opportunities. All equipment and materials are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and dress to be outdoors and get wet. Archery: ages 9 and up. Kayaking: ages 13 and up, must be able to…
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
Drop by to celebrate the end of summer around the campfire! We will play nature-themed games, tell family-friendly stories and eat plenty of s’mores (while supplies last). Bring a camp chair or blanket.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries as we examine the rock formations, soil layers and mineral deposits along the Bike & Hike trail for a 9-mile ride at a casual pace. Please bring your own bike and helmet to participate. Helmets are required to participate.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
Join naturalists for an active overnight tent camping experience. We’ll be hiking, cooking and adventuring as a group. Recreational activities may include fishing, orienteering and yard games. Please bring your own camping equipment, including sleeping gear, toiletries, snacks and a chair. No gear? No problem: Request a camping kit with essentials during registration, available while supplies last. Registration is required…
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries to participate in the 13th annual Trails ‘N’ Rails event! This event consists of a 6-mile train trip and 6-mile cycling ride, where participants will board the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, travel north to Botzum trailhead and cycle back to the Mustill Store for lunch together. Please bring your own bike, helmet…
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
Join naturalists for an active overnight tent camping experience. We’ll be hiking, cooking and adventuring as a group. Recreational activities may include fishing, orienteering and yard games. Please bring your own camping equipment, including sleeping gear, toiletries, snacks and a chair. No gear? No problem: Request a camping kit with essentials during registration, available while supplies last. Registration is required…
Join a naturalist to hike the lush and hilly 1.9-mile Dogwood Trail! Learn about the natural history of the park as well as updates and improvements to the stream and surrounding environment while completing a Fall Hiking Spree trail.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
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.” This experience will be available through September 28.
Join a certified instructor on the Ohio & Erie Canal for a guided, round-trip paddle from Summit Lake to Manchester Road. Learn about the canal’s history and how it put Akron on the map. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. All equipment…
Participants will learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at an outdoor range. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 9/24.
Practiced participants will review international-style target archery principles and test their marksmanship through a variety of fun and challenging shooting games. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Previous archery experience preferred. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 9/24.
Dessert over a campfire, yum! We’ll demonstrate techniques and share recipes to create delicious and easy desserts. Help us cook, then taste the results (while supplies last).