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SUMMARY:Marvelous Moths Of Deep Lock Quarry
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to attract moths using special lights and sheets as we observe these insects’ beautiful colors\, shapes and patterns up close. We will hope for the big silk moths to join us! Bring a flashlight and bug spray.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/marvelous-moths-of-deep-lock-quarry/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T150000
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Bees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation about Ohio’s native bees and identifying them. “Bee” prepared for a short hike to see what species we can discover!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/celebrating-bees/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T140000
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SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to conserve water in your outdoor spaces. Registration cost includes a rain barrel kit\, 55-gallon food grade plastic drum and instruction on assembly and upkeep. Option available to assemble on-site or take kit home. Bring a handheld power drill\, gloves and eye protection if you have them. Cost: $60/kit.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/rain-barrel-workshop/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240510T140445Z
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UID:10000475-1723055400-1723055400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Go Native!
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Rock & Herb Garden to discover why you should ditch exotic and invasive species and choose beautiful\, beneficial native plants instead! Wildflowers\, grasses\, vines\, shrubs and trees – every species plays its part! Native seed packets will be available to take home.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/go-native/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240510T140042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T140042Z
UID:10000464-1721901600-1721901600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-3/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240510T142848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T142848Z
UID:10000530-1721570400-1721570400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Edible Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to think beyond tomatoes and learn about how native fruits\, nuts\, berries and more can make attractive\, edible additions to your outdoor space and come back year after year. After the presentation\, all are invited to take a short stroll to see some of these species growing wild.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-edible-landscaping/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240510T134758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T134758Z
UID:10000441-1721325600-1721325600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn to encourage wildlife and manage for the undesirable critters in the vegetable garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-pest-management/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240510T134956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T134956Z
UID:10000442-1720720800-1720720800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn to encourage wildlife and manage for the undesirable critters in the vegetable garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-pest-management-2/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240510T140043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T140043Z
UID:10000465-1720692000-1720692000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-4/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T193014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T193014Z
UID:10003281-1719666000-1719666000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good and Bad Bugs of the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look at the many different bugs in your garden: lady\, potato\, flea and cucumber beetles\, assassin bugs and lace wings\, just to name a few! Learn which ones are beneficial and which ones you want to minimize through earth-friendly ways.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-and-bad-bugs-of-the-garden/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192859Z
UID:10003242-1718877600-1718877600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-5/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192901Z
UID:10003245-1717668000-1717668000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-6/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192903Z
UID:10003246-1716458400-1716458400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what's growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-7/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192718Z
UID:10003212-1716040800-1716040800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Making Seed Bombs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make fun seed “bombs” using native seeds\, soil\, clay and water. These seed bombs will easily and quickly disperse seeds into a garden or green space\, creating beneficial habitats for wildlife!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/making-seed-bombs/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192719Z
UID:10003213-1716037200-1716037200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Using Native Plants for Soft Landings
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the native plants that provide critical shelter and habitat for one or more life cycle stages of moths\, butterflies and other beneficial insects. Consider adding these plants below trees in your own Wild Back Yard!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/using-native-plants-for-soft-landings/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192718Z
UID:10003211-1716030000-1716030000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Bird Buffet
DESCRIPTION:Birdseed is not the only way to feed back yard birds! Did you know it takes over 6\,000 caterpillars to feed one clutch of chickadees? Join a naturalist to discover how native plants can attract delicious insects to your back yard and create a diverse backyard bird buffet!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/backyard-bird-buffet/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T193023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T193023Z
UID:10003288-1716026400-1716026400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Native Plant Festival
DESCRIPTION:Kick off summer by welcoming wildlife into your yard with beautiful\, beneficial native plants! Join Summit Metro Parks staff and local native plant nurseries to learn more about the vital role of native plants in our ecosystem. Browse a wide variety of plants available for purchase or attend an educational session to better understand how to incorporate native plants into your landscaping. Presented by Wayside Furniture.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/3rd-annual-native-plant-festival/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Special Events,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192719Z
UID:10003214-1716026400-1716026400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Inviting Biodiversity to Your Back Yard
DESCRIPTION:What do butterflies\, birds\, fireflies and even salamanders have in common? They all need food\, water\, shelter and space to thrive. We'll discuss best practices to turn your back yard of any size into a well-rounded wildlife oasis for a variety of beloved native animals using a combination of native plants and wildlife-friendly features.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/inviting-biodiversity-to-your-back-yard/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T173000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T193108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T193108Z
UID:10003320-1715535000-1715535000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Guerilla Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Neglected\, abandoned and unmaintained public spaces can burden any community\, but there’s potential for change. Learn how to ethically and responsibly revitalize these overlooked public spaces with guerrilla gardening practices.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/guerilla-gardening/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T193015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T193015Z
UID:10003284-1715461200-1715461200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Marvelous Moths of Riding Run Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to attract moths using special lights and sheets as we observe these insects' amazingly beautiful colors\, shapes and patterns up close. We will hope for the big silk moth to make an appearance! Bring a flashlight\, camera and bug spray. Meet in the parking lot.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/marvelous-moths-of-riding-run-conservation-area/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192922Z
UID:10003258-1715279400-1715279400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Spring Ephemeral Seed Harvest Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to learn the art of spring ephemeral seed identification\, collection and preservation\, then get hands-on as we collect native seeds as a group. You will go home with some of your bounty!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/spring-ephemeral-seed-harvest-workshop/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T192904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T192904Z
UID:10003247-1714644000-1714644000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what's growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-8/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T100000
DTSTAMP:20260414T160910
CREATED:20240711T193155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T193155Z
UID:10003345-1714039200-1714039200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and an accompanying adult in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-9/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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