Summit Metro Parks

Intro to Stand-Up Paddleboarding
2025-07-10 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | NR/Lot C4, 5550 Christman Rd., Green, OH, 44319, United States
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. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 7/2.

Sunset Stand-Up Paddleboarding
2025-07-10 19:30 - 21:30 | NR/Lot C4, 5550 Christman Rd., Green, OH, 44319, United States
Learn how to paddleboard 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 jackets, will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 7/2.

Fishing Fridays
2025-07-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-25 13:00 - 15:00 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
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.

Intro to Mountain Biking
2025-07-12 10:00 - 12:30 | HH/Mountain Bike Area, 2092 Theiss Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Are you curious about mountain biking but nervous to try the trails by yourself? Then this program is for you! Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries to review mountain biking safety and trail tips, followed by a ride on the beginner and moderate mountain biking loops. Please bring your own helmet and bicycle. Helmets are required to participate. Advance registration is required and begins (7/3).

Intro to Mountain Biking
2025-07-12 13:30 - 16:00 | HH/Mountain Bike Area, 2092 Theiss Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Are you curious about mountain biking but nervous to try the trails by yourself? Then this program is for you! Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries to go over mountain biking safety and trail tips, followed by a ride on the beginner and moderate mountain biking loops. Please bring your own helmet and bicycle. Helmets are required to participate. Advance registration is required and begins (7/3).

Kayak Open House
2025-07-13 10:00 - 13:00 | LP/Tinkers Creek Area, 10303 Aurora Hudson Rd., Streetsboro, OH, 44241, United States
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 life jackets, will be provided. Space is limited, kayaks are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Location subject to change based on water conditions.

Intro to Archery
2025-07-13 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-13 13:00 - 14:30 | SC/Archery Range, 89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown, OH, 44230, United States
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 6/19.

Senior Cycling: Hand-Off Ride
2025-07-18 18:00 - 21:00 | TT/Mustill Store Trailhead, 57 W. North St., Akron, OH, 44304, United States
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries for a ride on the Towpath Trail to Canal Place to meet up and participate with the Akron Bike Party. Expect to ride at least 10 to 12 miles at a casual (10-12 mph) pace with hills and occasionally cycling on public roads. All riders are responsible for obeying traffic laws and watching for traffic. Please bring your own helmet and bicycle. Helmets and bike lights are required to participate.

Intro to Kayaking
2025-07-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-19 13:00 - 15:00 | OH
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 change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 7/10.

Gone Fishin'
2025-07-20 10:30 - 11:30 | F/Little Turtle Pond, 2400 Harrington Rd., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
Anglers ages 15 and younger can learn the basics of fishing, then drop a line and see what they catch! Some rods and reels will be available to use. Bait is provided. Please note: Little Turtle Pond is a youth fishing-only site where parents must supervise their children.

Tent Camping Open House
2025-07-20 11:00 - 13:00 | MF/Lake Area, 521 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls, OH, 44262, United States
Families are invited to join naturalists for a for a fun-filled tent camping experience! Try your hand at canoeing, s’more-making, tent-pitching and other camping activities. All necessary equipment is provided. Optional: Pack a lunch or snacks and some folding chairs to relax in between activities!

National Ice Cream Day Cycle
2025-07-20 14:00 - 16:00 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries for a bike ride to Skoops Ice Cream to celebrate National Ice Cream Day! Expect to ride at least 10 to 12 miles, at a casual (10-12 mph) pace. Please bring your own helmet, bicycle and money. Helmets are required to participate.

Sunsets & Swallows
2025-07-25 19:00 - 20:30 | CV/Valley View Area, 1134 Cuyahoga St., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Soak up the summer sunset and watch the swallows above the Cuyahoga River as we walk the 1.1-mile Missing Link Trail.

Paint 'N Take for Adults
2025-07-26 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-26 14:30 - 16:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Adult visitors will enjoy lemonade while completing a lovely seasonal, nature-inspired acrylic painting following basic step-by-step instructions. All supplies are provided. Registration is required and begins 7/17.

Intro to Stand-up Paddleboarding
2025-07-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-27 13:00 - 15:00 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
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. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 7/18.

Intro to Kayaking
2025-07-31 16:00 - 18:00 | NR/Lot C6, 6194 Christman Rd., Green, OH, 44319, United States
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 change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 7/24.

Sunset Kayak
2025-07-31 19:00 - 21:00 | NR/Lot C6, 6194 Christman Rd., Green, OH, 44319, United States
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 jackets, will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 7/24.

Gone Fishin'
2025-08-02 18:00 - 19:30 | LP/Tinkers Creek Area, 10303 Aurora Hudson Rd., Streetsboro, OH, 44241, United States
Anglers ages 15 and younger can learn the basics of fishing, then drop a line and see what they catch! Some rods and reels will be available for use. Bait is provided. Adults must supervise their children and must have a current Ohio fishing license if they want to fish.

Intro to Archery
2025-08-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-03 12:30 - 14:00 | HH/Archery Range, 1940 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44223, United States
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 7/25.

Intro to Stand-Up Paddleboarding
2025-08-07 16:00 - 18:00 | NR/Lot C6, 6194 Christman Rd., Green, OH, 44319, United States
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. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 7/31.

Sunset Stand-Up Paddleboarding
2025-08-07 19:00 - 21:00 | NR/Lot C6, 6194 Christman Rd., Green, OH, 44319, United States
Learn how to paddleboard 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 jackets, will be provided. Location subject to change based on water conditions. Cost: $15/person. Registration is required and begins 7/31.

Senior Cycling: Pedal into the Past
2025-08-08 10:00 - 13:00 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Join us for a bike ride in collaboration with South Street Ministries to celebrate Akron’s bicentennial! Explore the historical, cultural and economic significance of the Kenmore and Summit Lake neighborhoods. The bike ride will feature landmarks like a Jewish cemetery, renovated pump house, the canal and more. Expect to ride at least 10 to 12 miles at a casual (10-12 mph) pace. Please bring your own bicycle and helmet. Helmets are required to participate.

Summit Lake Float
2025-08-09 10:00 - 12:00 | TT/Summit Lake Trailhead, 380 W. Crosier Street, Akron, OH, 44311, United States
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 life jackets, will be provided. Space is limited and kayaks are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more and register here.

Pedal into the Past: Youth Empowerment
2025-08-09 10:00 - 13:00 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Join us for a bike ride in collaboration with South Street Ministries to celebrate Akron’s bicentennial! Explore the historical, cultural and economic significance of the Kenmore & Summit Lake neighborhoods. Help us envision a more vibrant and interconnected Summit Lake and Kenmore. Expect to ride at least 10 to 12 miles at a casual (10-12 mph) pace. Please bring your own helmet and bicycle. Helmets are required to participate.
