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A chickadee sits on a tree branch surrounded by orange leaves.

Birding on the Towpath

Join a naturalist for birding along the accessible Towpath Trail. Bird expert or total novice, all are welcome! Binoculars will be available…

TT/Clinton Trailhead
A spotted sandpiper with brown and white plumage stands at the edge of a shallow, algae-covered pond, surrounded by soft sunlight and scattered feathers

Bird Nerds: Shorebird Basics

Newbies and experts alike are welcome to join our ongoing series to unpack a unique bird identification challenge each month. After an indoor…

FASN/Visitors Center
A pick-up truck with the SMP logo decorated as a train. Several people, including kids in costumes, are lined along the truck.

Truck-or-Treat

At this FREE event, presented by Wayside Furniture, visitors of all ages can explore the trucks and vehicles that help keep our parks beautiful…

SC/Lake House Area
A winding dirt trail cuts through a sunlit forest in early autumn, with tall trees and yellowing leaves creating a canopy of warm, dappled light

Sunrise Spree Hike

Rise and shine, it’s spree time! Join a naturalist on a leisurely hike along the challenging 1.9-mile Dogwood Trail. We’ll take our time,…

SR/Wadsworth Area
Liberty Park Nature Center and an outdoor shelter.

Spooky Scavenger Hunt

Drop in for a self-guided scavenger hunt along the 0.6-mile Bluebird Trail to search for some spooky and not-so-spooky items. Return your…

LP/Nature Center

Hiking Spree Shield Assistance

Is attaching the hiking spree shield more challenging than actually hiking the eight trails? Summit Metro Parks volunteers will gladly attach…

LP/Nature Center
acorns and brown leaves lay upon dirt

Kinderealm: Acorns

Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn how the small acorn plays a mighty role in our forests through stories, crafts,…

F/Coventry Oaks Lodge
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC
A bike standing on an asphalt path in the woods.

Senior Cycling: Fall Foliage Tour

Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries as we cycle along the Bike & Hike Trail to admire the fall foliage. During our…

BHT/ SR 82 Lot
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Kids in the Garden

Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for weekly hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed, sow, water, harvest…and…

SLNC
Many large kids' picture books.

Autumn Nature Tales

Young children and their adult companions can enjoy an interactive autumn-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring…

LP/Nature Center

Spooky Stories & Species

Spooky stories and species make their way around this time of year! Let’s learn about these so-called spooky species and how they’re represented…

FASN/Visitors Center