Summit Metro Parks

Winter Bird Walk
2025-02-07 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | WH/Downy Loop Trail, 2121 Barlow Rd., Hudson, OH, 44236, United States
Join us on the 1.2-mile Downy Loop Trail to search for and learn about our hardy, winter resident birds.

Feeding Time
2025-02-06 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-02-06 10:30 - 11:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Lettuce, worms, tomatoes and roaches…yum! Learn about conserving local amphibian and reptile species while getting up-close with our animal ambassadors as they eat a healthy lunch.

Nature Drawing for Adults
2025-02-06 10:00 - 12:00 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Join our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are welcome. Registration is required and begins on 1/30.

Virtual Nature Drawing for Adults
2025-02-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Join our interpretive artist online for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing. No experience is necessary; all you need are pencils, paper and a sense of humor. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registering. Registration is required and begins on 1/30.

Kinderealm: Whoo's that Calling?
2025-02-05 10:30 - 11:30 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to join us as we learn “hoo” is making nighttime noise! We will explore owls through a story, craft and activities. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 1/29.

Nature Drawing for Adults
2025-02-05 10:00 - 12:00 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States

Virtual Nature Drawing for Kids
2025-02-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Join our interpretive artist online for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to 12. All you need is a pencil and paper. A Zoom invitation will be emailed to participants after registration. Registration is required and begins on 1/23.

Make & Take Nature Valentines
2025-02-02 12:00 - 15:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Drop by to make nature-themed valentines to take home! After crafting, enjoy sipping hot cocoa in front of the crackling fireplace and learn how some of our animal neighbors show their affection for one another.

Nature Drawing for Kids
2025-02-02 12:00 - 13:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Join our interpretive artist for this entertaining lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to 12. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and begins on 1/23.

Self-Guided: Storybook Trail
2025-02-02 06:00 - 2025-02-23 23:00 | FR/Brushwood Area, 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield, OH, 44286, United States
Bundle up and bring the family out for some exercise and fun exploration as you follow a self-guided story trail based on the book “A Day So Gray.” This experience will be available along the 1.3-mile Rock Creek Trail through February 23.

Nature Board Game Night: PARKS
2025-02-01 17:30 - 19:30 | SLNC, 411 Ira Ave., Akron, OH, 44301, United States
Too cold to hike across the United States? Join a naturalist for a tabletop tour of our national parks with the game “PARKS,” or try a selection of other nature-themed board games.

Birding Bucket List: Winter Residents
2025-02-01 13:00 - 14:00 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Ohio has favorable winter conditions for many boreal birds! Let’s talk about who you might see on winter vacation this season so you can cross birds off your birding bucket list.

Coffee With The Birds
2025-02-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-25 10:00 - 11:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Join a naturalist to see which birds visit our viewing area. Bring a mug and your bird questions -we’ll provide warm beverages and birding insights. Make it a total “birdy” day: hand-feed the chickadees or stay to help count birds for Project Feeder Watch.

Snowy Story Time
2025-01-31 11:00 - 12:00 | FASN/Campfire Area, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Warm up by the campfire as we read a winter-themed story for little ones. Hot cocoa will be provided, but be sure to dress for the weather.

Let's Get Crafty: Nature Embroidery
2025-01-30 18:30 - 20:30 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Start an embroidery project with park staff while learning about the wildlife in your creation, then finish the project at your own pace. Guidance and supplies are included in the registration fee. For crafty people 16 and older. Cost is $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 1/23.

Comedy for Climate
2025-01-29 18:30 - 19:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
See how today’s comedians are addressing the “hot” topic of global warming and sustainability while making people laugh.

Kinderealm: Frozen Frogs
2025-01-29 10:30 - 11:30 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Children ages to 6 and their adult companions will learn all about frogs’ fantastic winter adaptations. This program includes a craft, story and short walk. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration begins on 1/9.

Virtual: History of Goodyear Heights
2025-01-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Join us online for a virtual stroll through nearly 100 years of history. From Girl Scouts and Victory Gardens to fishing and winter recreation, we’ll discover the fascinating history of this park and the surrounding neighborhood through stories and images. Zoom meeting ID: 846 1800 5618

Back Yards Gone Wild: Mason Bee Houses
2025-01-26 14:00 - 15:30 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Join a naturalist for this bimonthly series on welcoming nature into our yards. This month, we will learn about mason bees, essential early-season pollinators, and make a pair of simple houses to take home. Registration is required and begins 1/16.

Winter Tree ID
2025-01-26 13:00 - 14:30 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Join a naturalist to learn how to recognize trees using the three B’s: bark, buds and branches. Dress appropriately for the weather!

Cardinals and Coffee Hike
2025-01-26 10:30 - 11:30 | BHT/Boston Heights Lot, 315 W. Boston Mills Rd., Peninsula, OH, 44264, United States
Learn about and look for Ohio’s state bird during this wintry hike — they’re easy to spot in white snow! Enjoy hot coffee afterward.

Snowbird Saunter
2025-01-26 08:00 - 10:00 | SC/Big Oak Area, 5199 Medina Line Rd., Norton, OH, 44230, United States
Spring isn’t the only time to see migrant birds in Ohio. Join a naturalist for a 2-mile bird walk along Chippewa Trail with a special focus on our iconic winter migrant: the dark-eyed junco.

Wonders of Winter Hike
2025-01-25 14:00 - 15:00 | GYH/Pioneer Area, 550 Frazier Ave., Akron, OH, 44305, United States
Venture out into winter’s cold for a naturalist-led hike on the 2-mile Piney Woods Trail to explore what makes the season so special.

Glacial Past
2025-01-25 11:00 - 12:00 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Ohio has an intriguing past, especially when it comes to the cold. Join a naturalist for a presentation and hike of the grounds to learn all about the ice age.

Bird Feeders 101
2025-01-24 12:00 - 13:00 | FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Join a naturalist at our bird-feeding window to examine the many types of food and feeders you can use to attract birds right to your back yard.

Winter Nature Tales
2025-01-24 10:30 - 11:00 | LP/Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Young children and their adult companions can enjoy an interactive, winter-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park after the program.

Archery Games
2025-01-23 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-01-23 16:30 - 18:00 | F/Coventry Oaks Lodge, 40 Axline Ave., Akron, OH, 44319, United States
Practiced participants will review international-style target archery principles and test their marksmanship through a variety of fun and challenging shooting games. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Previous archery experience preferred. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins 1/15.
