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. Please register for the individuals in your household only. If you have questions regarding this new process, please call Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, 12 – 5 p.m.).

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Two cyclists riding down a paved trail with Summit Lake to their left.

Sunset Bike Ride

Join us for an evening bike ride! Expect to ride at least 10 to 12 miles, at a casual (10-12 mph) pace. Bring your own helmet and bicycle….

TT/Big Bend Trailhead

Spree for All Stroll

Enjoy a casual 1-mile round-trip stroll while learning some interesting tidbits about local history and nature. Good for spree credit.

TT/Clinton Trailhead
a feathered bird sits on a branch with blue sky in the background

Women in Birding Hike

All are welcome to celebrate women birders and female birds on the 1.6-mile Willow Trail.

F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area
A camping tent with rolled-up sleeping pads, a lantern and pie iron in front of it.

Tents and Tales for Tots

Before camping season kicks off, parents and their young children are invited to try out the fun of camping with small children! Enjoy a campout…

LP/Nature Center
A black moth with and orange and blue head resting on a leaf.

Moth Night

Join a naturalist to discover the diversity and beauty of our local moths. While butterflies often steal the spotlight, you’ll be amazed…

Riding Run Conservation Area
Many large kids' picture books.

Self-Guided: Story Trail

Explore the 1.2-mile Downy Loop Trail and enjoy a laugh while reading a story trail based on the book, “The Little Mole Who Went in Search…

WH/Downy Loop Trail
Several people sitting in kayaks on land with paddles in hand.

Intro to Kayaking

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…

Music by the Lake

Enjoy a performance by the Metro Parks Ensemble presented by Wayside Furniture! Please bring your own chairs and blankets, and a picnic if…

MF/Lake Area
A gravel and dirt path leads through prairie to a forest.

Self-Guided Hike: Meet the Seiberlings

Learn about the Seiberling family’s role in preserving F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm and their contributions to Akron and Summit Metro Parks…

FASN/Nature Realm
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
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…

SLNC
Three tomatoes growing off of a tomato plant.

Good Garden Talks: Weed & Water Management

Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn weed management and proper watering techniques for your vegetable…

Kenmore & Ira Community Garden