Summit Metro Parks
Beginning January 2026, all program registration will be online. Registration will now open at 8:30 a.m. on the first day of the month prior to the program. If you have questions regarding this new process, please call Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 12 – 5 p.m.).
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Submit Entries for Verdant WondersOhio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant […] |
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Words of the Season: WinterJoin a writer-turned-naturalist for a seminar on winter and flowery literature. It will make this frigid season more inviting!
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Nature SaunterAppreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll to explore late autumn nature along portions of Coyote Run Trail. Enjoy a warm beverage and more nature conversation afterward.
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Book Club: SwamplandsWhether a first-time visitor or a longtime book club member, all adults are invited to share in a lively discussion about the inspiring book “Swamplands” by Edward Struzik. Don’t forget to bring your mug — we’ll supply the beverages. |
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Coffee With the BirdsJoin a naturalist to see the birds on the lake from the comfort of Summit Lake Nature Center. Bring a mug and your bird questions — we’ll provide warm beverages and birding insights!
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Coffee With the BirdsJoin a naturalist to see which birds visit our viewing area. Bring a mug and your bird questions — we’ll provide warm beverages and birding insights. Make it a total “birdy” day: Hand-feed the chickadees or stay to help count birds for Project Feeder Watch.
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Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Join a writer-turned-naturalist for a seminar on winter and flowery literature. It will make this frigid season more inviting!
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll to explore late autumn nature along portions of Coyote Run Trail. Enjoy a warm beverage and more nature conversation afterward.
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Whether a first-time visitor or a longtime book club member, all adults are invited to share in a lively discussion about the inspiring book “Swamplands” by Edward Struzik. Don’t forget to bring your mug — we’ll supply the beverages.
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that focuses on nature and culture. Submissions of fiction, creative nonfiction, personal essays and poetry are welcome September 1 through December 31, 2025. Learn more about submission guidelines and fill out a submission form: Verdant Wonders Submission Form
Join a naturalist to see the birds on the lake from the comfort of Summit Lake Nature Center. Bring a mug and your bird questions — we’ll provide warm beverages and birding insights!
Join a naturalist to see which birds visit our viewing area. Bring a mug and your bird questions — we’ll provide warm beverages and birding insights. Make it a total “birdy” day: Hand-feed the chickadees or stay to help count birds for Project Feeder Watch.