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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Bees & Blooms

Join a naturalist to search for late summer bees and blooms as we discuss what happens to bees when the days grow cooler.

MF/Tallmadge Meadows Area
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Kayak & Canoe Open House

Stop by to learn basic paddling techniques and take a short self-guided paddle on the lake under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum…

MF/Lake Area
A hand gently holding up a flower that has gone to seed.

Back Yards Gone Wild: Seed Collecting

Join a naturalist to learn how to start beautiful, beneficial native plants from seed, including collection, storage and propagation techniques….

LP/Nature Center

Spree With Me: Harvest Moon

Shine on harvest moon! Take a hike on the 2-mile Chippewa Trail and explore the agricultural history of Silver Creek Metro Park under the…

SC/Big Oak Area
Four pawpaw fruit hang from the end of a tree branch.

Pawpaw Appreciation Night

Discover Ohio’s state native fruit, the pawpaw! Learn the history of this fruit, its benefits and how to grow it. After a presentation,…

LP/Nature Center
Two cyclists wearing helmets ride on a leaf-strewn forest path surrounded by green trees and foliage.

Senior Cycling

Join like-minded senior Summit Metro Parks supporters as we ride and explore various trails. We will gather to socialize and determine the…

BHT/SR 303 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 hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed, sow, water, harvest . ….

SLNC
An indoor archery target with several arrows sticking out.

Intro to Archery

Participants learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our temporary indoor range. All equipment and hands-on…

F/Coventry Oaks Lodge
Three tomatoes growing off of a tomato plant.

Good Garden Talks: Garlic Planting

Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension for tips on planting garlic this fall for a tasty garden harvest next season….

SLNC
An indoor archery target with several arrows sticking out.

Archery Games

Practiced participants will review international-style target archery principles and test their marksmanship through a variety of fun and…

F/Coventry Oaks Lodge

Nature Tales

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

LP/Nature Center
A tree canopy full or bright orange and yellow leaves.

Spree With Me: Discover Nature

Join a naturalist to earn spree credit and explore the many exciting pieces of nature to be found on the 1.2-mile Downy Loop Trail. Please…

WH/Downy Loop Trail