Summit Metro Parks

Untold Stories of Freshwater Mussels
2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Freshwater mussels are now our most threatened — and perhaps, forgotten — group of animals in the state. Join a naturalist to learn about them and the role they’ve played in creating the Ohio we know today.

Beyond the Summit: Gorge Dam Removal
2026-02-13 18:30 - 20:00
Beyond the Summit is a speaker series featuring environmental professionals discussing topics related to water in Northeast Ohio. From watershed health to fishing best practices, each talk offers community members the chance to learn from experts shaping the future of our water resources. This month’s guest joins us from the park district’s very own conservation department to talk about the Gorge Dam removal and Akron watershed health.
