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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Grassland Bird Exploration

Join a naturalist in collaboration with The University of Akron Field Station to search for meadowlarks, bobolinks and other exciting grassland…

Intro To Mountain Biking

Are you mountain bike curious but nervous to hit the trail by yourself? Then this program is for you! Join us to go over mountain biking safety…

Family Camp Workshop

Families are invited to join naturalists for a fun-filled summer camp experience! Try your hand at canoeing, s'more-making, tent-pitching,…

Kayak Open House

Stop by to learn basic kayak techniques and take a short self-guided paddle under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum age is 13;…

Woodland Mushrooms

A walk in the woods can reveal otherwise overlooked wonders of nature. Join a naturalist on a hike to discover the beauty, variety and interesting…

When Is A Bug Not A Bug?

Join a naturalist as we scour the plants and hedgerows for bugs, caterpillars, spiders, lady beetles and other cool critters! Learn that all…

Music In The Park

Enjoy a performance by the Metro Parks Ensemble. Please bring your own chairs and blankets, and a picnic if you prefer. The concert will be…

Kinderealm: Moths

Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions will take a closer look at what makes these amazing, night-flying, butterfly cousins so special….

Kids In The Garden

Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron for this weekly gardening program for children of all ages. Each class builds upon the…

Good Garden Talks: Pest Management

Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn to encourage wildlife and manage for the undesirable critters…

Mussels For Kids

Hiding beneath the rocks and mud of our streambeds, these humble bivalves help keep our waterways clean and clear. Join a naturalist to learn…

Nature Saunter

Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll along the 1.2-mile Downy Loop Trail to observe and enjoy summertime nature. Enjoy…