Summit Metro Parks
Bring the family to enjoy some exercise and fun while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “North Country Spring.” This experience will be available along the 1.4-mile Quarry Trail through March 30.
Enjoy your hike on redwing trail while learning all about our local amphibians. There will be ten stops in total, talking all about their lifecycle, seasonal happenings, and different species. Remains up until 03/30.
Storytime is better on the trail! Bring your little ones for a 1.4-mile hike on Alder Trail with stops along the way for a story and games to celebrate the season. Consider a jogging stroller or carrier for younger children unable to hike.
Participants can learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our temporary indoor range. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 3/21.
Is attaching the hiking spree shield more challenging than actually hiking the eight trails? Summit Metro Parks volunteers will gladly attach it for you at no charge.
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 3/26.
Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can learn how April rains prepare plants and animals for spring. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 3/20.
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 3/26.
Kids and their adult companions can join a naturalist to learn about insects! We will start in the shelter to learn some fun facts, then head out onto the trail to see what we can find. Nets and jars will be provided for this fun hands-on walk.
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 3/26.
Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Let’s take a close look at one of the most important holidays, Earth Day! We’ll discover how people from across the world celebrate and come up with some of our own meaningful ways to honor our planet. Registration is required and begins on 3/28.
Join naturalists for an in-depth exploration of vernal pond ecosystems. From salamanders to fairy shrimp, these pools support a wide variety of wildlife during their fleeting existence. Be prepared for wet, muddy conditions and wear sturdy footwear.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
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 3/27.
Join gold medalist Billy Mills (Oglala Lakota) for a signing of his book “Wings of an Eagle,” a dramatic and inspiring autobiographical tale of overcoming odds to win a record-breaking gold medal at the 1964 Olympics. A limited number of books will be available for purchase and light refreshments will be provided. This event is […]
Join a naturalist to discover some interesting and unusual feathered friends at dusk. We’ll start with a short presentation in the shelter to learn about these fascinating birds. Afterward, we’ll witness the woodcock’s spectacular courtship flight over the fields at sunset before taking a short walk to call for owls. Patience and silence are essential. […]
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 3/26.
Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn how April rains prepare plants and animals for spring. A craft and short walk are included. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 3/20.
Jim and Amy Duxbury will share their gardening secrets for growing a variety of lavender on a former concrete dumpsite, all while realizing their larger mission of education, environmental sustainability and community through lavender.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Let’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and begins on 4/3.
This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins on 4/2.
Let’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. A list of materials and a Zoom invite will be emailed after registering. Registration is required and begins on 4/3.
Spring sings as migration begins! From warblers to waterfowl, let’s talk about what migrants you’ll see this season so you can check them off your birding bucket list.
Break out your flashlight and join naturalists to search for amphibians! Along the way, we’ll discuss what these tiny yet awe-inspiring creatures get up to on a “big night” this time of year.
Join Summit Metro Parks for the Kids’ Fishing Derby, presented by Wayside Furniture. Anglers 15 and younger are invited to cast a line in Little Turtle Pond at Firestone Metro Park. Each kid will receive a $1 prize if they catch a tagged fish. Trophies will be awarded for the three largest fish caught. This […]
Celebrate National Unicorn Day around the campfire as our naturalists tell tales of history’s greatest folktale legends. Are Sasquatch, Mothman and unicorns really out there? You decide. Please bring your own chair.
Join a naturalist as we hike the 1.2-mile Coyote Run Trail while learning fun facts about the moon. Telescopes will be available to look for the “man in the moon” after the hike!
Youth ages 15 and younger can learn the basics of fishing, then drop a line and see what they can catch! Some rods and reels will be available for use. Bait is provided. Adults must supervise their children and must have a current Ohio fishing license if they want to fish.
Join a naturalist for the first program in our monthly Let’s Go Green series as we look into the facts and fiction of climate change and the science behind it. Subsequent programs will cover the possible threats and solutions, alternative energy options and how minor changes can make a big difference to your carbon footprint.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Adults and children with special needs are invited to cast a line in Little Turtle Pond at the Special Needs Fishing Derby, presented by Wayside Furniture. Trophies will be awarded for the three largest fish caught. This program is free and open to the public. Please bring fishing gear. A limited number of rods and […]
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 enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, […]
Neglected, abandoned and unmaintained public spaces can burden any community, but there’s potential for change. Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn how to ethically and responsibly revitalize these overlooked public spaces with guerrilla gardening practices.
Join a naturalist for a drive-in style program on the science and history of our night sky. Learn what a light year is, why stars twinkle and how to navigate the night sky by looking for planets, constellations and other objects. You will be in your car just like the old drive-in movies, enjoying popcorn […]
Young children and their adult companions can celebrate spring with an interactive, spring-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the Nature Play area after the program.
Venture out on a night hike in search of frogs and discover the important roles amphibians play in our world. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight.
Newbies and experts alike are welcome to join our ongoing series to unpack a unique bird identification challenge each month. After an indoor presentation, we’ll head out to the field to put our skills to the test. This month, we’re getting prepped for warbler season.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Join the Greater Akron Audubon Society to learn more about how gardeners play a vital role in the development and conservation of habitat for pollinators and other creatures. Program Director Denise Ellsworth will share her knowledge from the OSU Bee Lab and introduce the Plant by Numbers Garden Guides, featuring plants that support birds, butterflies, […]
Enjoy a hike along the 1.8-mile Parcours Trail to look for and learn about spring’s early blooms.
Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions learn how April rains prepare plants and animals for spring. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 3/20.
This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins on 4/2.
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 enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, […]
Participants learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our temporary indoor range. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 4/16.
Today is Arbor Day! Let’s take time to appreciate our native trees as we hike the 1.3-mile Seneca Trail.
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll to look for spring wildflowers along portions of Ledges Trail. Enjoy a beverage and more nature conversation afterward.
Get to know these mysterious amphibians along the lower trails of Hampton Hills Metro Park. Hopefully we’ll get to see some up close! Bring waterproof shoes and prepare to get dirty!
Enjoy a mid-morning hike along 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail. Along the way we’ll learn about ring-necked pheasants that were introduced to Ohio and once were plentiful.
Join a naturalist for a peek at the park district’s Wetmore Conservation Area on portions of Cuyahoga Valley National Park’s Wetmore Trail to see which varieties of birds and spring wildflowers we can find. We’ll hike approximately 2.5 miles, with stream crossings possible. Binoculars, boots and bug repellent are recommended!
Meet at Pioneer Shelter to learn how to fold your own origami frog. Afterwards we’ll explore the area looking, listening and learning about our local frogs.
Join a naturalist to bog around and look for birds! On this 1.6-mile hike, we’ll also discuss how native prairies and wetland environments support birds and other wildlife. Some binoculars will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Join a naturalist as we get ready for spring migration, warbler season and the Biggest Week in American Birding! We will review the basics of warbler identification, as well as other spring migrants. There will be several preserved specimens to provide a bird’s eye view of the species that will be migrating through in the […]
Stroll along the 1.4-mile Old Mill Trail with a naturalist to learn how Furnace Run Metro Park came to be, including its connections to the invention of electric streetlamps, the depression era Civilian Conservation Corps and even the Wizard of Oz!
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries for a 13.5-mile bike ride to discuss how transportation has evolved along the canal to the multimodal systems of today. This is a casually paced bike ride with frequent stops on the trail. Please bring your own helmet and bicycle. Helmets are required to participate.
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 enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, […]
Join us to swap some plants! These can be cuttings from plants in your yard or freshly grown from seed. Plants should be labeled by name and contained in pots. Vegetables, herbs and native plants are preferred, but all plants are welcome! All are encouraged to attend, even without plants to share. In the event […]
Young children and their adult companions can celebrate spring during an interactive, seasonal story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the nature play area after the program.
For some folks, spring means birds. We are those folks! Join a naturalist on a guided hike to see which bird species are present during migration. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you’ve got ’em!
Female Bird Day is this month! Let’s look for female birds and talk about their identification and importance on the 1.2-mile Coyote Run Trail.
Enjoy a hike along the river with a naturalist in hopes of seeing bluebells and other wildflowers along the way. Hiking shoes and long pants are recommended.
Bring the family to enjoy some exercise and fun while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “North Country Spring.” This experience will be available along the 1.4-mile Quarry Trail through March 30.
Enjoy a hike on the 1.1-mile Redwing Trail while learning about our local amphibians. Discover 10 stations to learn about their lifecycle, seasonal happenings and different species. This experience is available through March 30.
Storytime is better on the trail! Bring your little ones for a 1.4-mile hike on Alder Trail with stops along the way for a story and games to celebrate the season. Consider a jogging stroller or carrier for younger children unable to hike.
Participants can learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our temporary indoor range. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 3/21.
Is attaching the hiking spree shield more challenging than actually hiking the eight trails? Summit Metro Parks volunteers will gladly attach it for you at no charge.
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 3/26.
Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can learn how April rains prepare plants and animals for spring. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 3/20.
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 3/26.
Kids and their adult companions can join a naturalist to learn about insects! We will start in the shelter to learn some fun facts, then head out onto the trail to see what we can find. Nets and jars will be provided for this fun hands-on walk.
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 3/26.
Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Let’s take a close look at one of the most important holidays, Earth Day! We’ll discover how people from across the world celebrate and come up with some of our own meaningful ways to honor our planet. Registration is required and begins on 3/28.
Join naturalists for an in-depth exploration of vernal pond ecosystems. From salamanders to fairy shrimp, these pools support a wide variety of wildlife during their fleeting existence. Be prepared for wet, muddy conditions and wear sturdy footwear.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
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 3/27.
Join gold medalist Billy Mills (Oglala Lakota) for a signing of his book “Wings of an Eagle,” a dramatic and inspiring autobiographical tale of overcoming odds to win a record-breaking gold medal at the 1964 Olympics. A limited number of books will be available for purchase and light refreshments will be provided. This event is supported by the Summit Metro…
Join a naturalist to discover some interesting and unusual feathered friends at dusk. We’ll start with a short presentation in the shelter to learn about these fascinating birds. Afterward, we’ll witness the woodcock’s spectacular courtship flight over the fields at sunset before taking a short walk to call for owls. Patience and silence are essential. Bring a flashlight if you…
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
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 3/26.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn how April rains prepare plants and animals for spring. A craft and short walk are included. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 3/20.
Jim and Amy Duxbury will share their gardening secrets for growing a variety of lavender on a former concrete dumpsite, all while realizing their larger mission of education, environmental sustainability and community through lavender.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Let’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and begins on 4/3.
This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins on 4/2.
Let’s make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. A list of materials and a Zoom invite will be emailed after registering. Registration is required and begins on 4/3.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Spring sings as migration begins! From warblers to waterfowl, let’s talk about what migrants you’ll see this season so you can check them off your birding bucket list.
Break out your flashlight and join naturalists to search for amphibians! Along the way, we’ll discuss what these tiny yet awe-inspiring creatures get up to on a “big night” this time of year.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Join Summit Metro Parks for the Kids’ Fishing Derby, presented by Wayside Furniture. Anglers 15 and younger are invited to cast a line in Little Turtle Pond at Firestone Metro Park. Each kid will receive a $1 prize if they catch a tagged fish. Trophies will be awarded for the three largest fish caught. This program is free and open…
Celebrate National Unicorn Day around the campfire as our naturalists tell tales of history’s greatest folktale legends. Are Sasquatch, Mothman and unicorns really out there? You decide. Please bring your own chair.
Join a naturalist as we hike the 1.2-mile Coyote Run Trail while learning fun facts about the moon. Telescopes will be available to look for the “man in the moon” after the hike!
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Youth ages 15 and younger can learn the basics of fishing, then drop a line and see what they can catch! Some rods and reels will be available for use. Bait is provided. Adults must supervise their children and must have a current Ohio fishing license if they want to fish.
Join a naturalist for the first program in our monthly Let’s Go Green series as we look into the facts and fiction of climate change and the science behind it. Subsequent programs will cover the possible threats and solutions, alternative energy options and how minor changes can make a big difference to your carbon footprint.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Adults and children with special needs are invited to cast a line in Little Turtle Pond at the Special Needs Fishing Derby, presented by Wayside Furniture. Trophies will be awarded for the three largest fish caught. This program is free and open to the public. Please bring fishing gear. A limited number of rods and reels will be available for…
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
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 enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be held…
Neglected, abandoned and unmaintained public spaces can burden any community, but there’s potential for change. Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn how to ethically and responsibly revitalize these overlooked public spaces with guerrilla gardening practices.
Join a naturalist for a drive-in style program on the science and history of our night sky. Learn what a light year is, why stars twinkle and how to navigate the night sky by looking for planets, constellations and other objects. You will be in your car just like the old drive-in movies, enjoying popcorn while listening through your car…
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Young children and their adult companions can celebrate spring with an interactive, spring-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the Nature Play area after the program.
Venture out on a night hike in search of frogs and discover the important roles amphibians play in our world. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Newbies and experts alike are welcome to join our ongoing series to unpack a unique bird identification challenge each month. After an indoor presentation, we’ll head out to the field to put our skills to the test. This month, we’re getting prepped for warbler season.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Join the Greater Akron Audubon Society to learn more about how gardeners play a vital role in the development and conservation of habitat for pollinators and other creatures. Program Director Denise Ellsworth will share her knowledge from the OSU Bee Lab and introduce the Plant by Numbers Garden Guides, featuring plants that support birds, butterflies, bees and beyond.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Enjoy a hike along the 1.8-mile Parcours Trail to look for and learn about spring’s early blooms.
Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions learn how April rains prepare plants and animals for spring. A craft and hike are part of the program. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 3/20.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins on 4/2.
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 enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be held…
Participants learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our temporary indoor range. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 9 years old and 50 inches or taller. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 4/16.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Travel along the 1.6-mile Willow Trail at your own pace and learn about the rich history of the Tuscarawas River, which flows through Firestone Metro Park. This experience is available through April 25.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Today is Arbor Day! Let’s take time to appreciate our native trees as we hike the 1.3-mile Seneca Trail.
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll to look for spring wildflowers along portions of Ledges Trail. Enjoy a beverage and more nature conversation afterward.
Get to know these mysterious amphibians along the lower trails of Hampton Hills Metro Park. Hopefully we’ll get to see some up close! Bring waterproof shoes and prepare to get dirty!
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Enjoy a mid-morning hike along 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail. Along the way we’ll learn about ring-necked pheasants that were introduced to Ohio and once were plentiful.
Join a naturalist for a peek at the park district’s Wetmore Conservation Area on portions of Cuyahoga Valley National Park’s Wetmore Trail to see which varieties of birds and spring wildflowers we can find. We’ll hike approximately 2.5 miles, with stream crossings possible. Binoculars, boots and bug repellent are recommended!
Meet at Pioneer Shelter to learn how to fold your own origami frog. Afterwards we’ll explore the area looking, listening and learning about our local frogs.
Enjoy a spring walk along the 0.6-mile Sugarbush Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth and I.” This experience will be available through April 27.
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Join a naturalist to bog around and look for birds! On this 1.6-mile hike, we’ll also discuss how native prairies and wetland environments support birds and other wildlife. Some binoculars will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Join a naturalist as we get ready for spring migration, warbler season and the Biggest Week in American Birding! We will review the basics of warbler identification, as well as other spring migrants. There will be several preserved specimens to provide a bird’s eye view of the species that will be migrating through in the coming weeks. This program is…
Hike the 0.9-mile Fernwood Trail through April 28 to discover the world of warblers as we await these colorful migrants.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Stroll along the 1.4-mile Old Mill Trail with a naturalist to learn how Furnace Run Metro Park came to be, including its connections to the invention of electric streetlamps, the depression era Civilian Conservation Corps and even the Wizard of Oz!
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries for a 13.5-mile bike ride to discuss how transportation has evolved along the canal to the multimodal systems of today. This is a casually paced bike ride with frequent stops on the trail. Please bring your own helmet and bicycle. Helmets are required to participate.
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 enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be held…
Join us to swap some plants! These can be cuttings from plants in your yard or freshly grown from seed. Plants should be labeled by name and contained in pots. Vegetables, herbs and native plants are preferred, but all plants are welcome! All are encouraged to attend, even without plants to share. In the event of inclement weather, the program…
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
Young children and their adult companions can celebrate spring during an interactive, seasonal story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by exploring the park or visiting the nature play area after the program.
Welcome, spring! Hike the 1.1-mile Ledges Trail through May 3 to discover delicate spring blooms of all shapes, sizes and colors. Interpretive signs will be posted along the way to point out these beauties and guide your learning experience.
For some folks, spring means birds. We are those folks! Join a naturalist on a guided hike to see which bird species are present during migration. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you’ve got ’em!
Female Bird Day is this month! Let’s look for female birds and talk about their identification and importance on the 1.2-mile Coyote Run Trail.
Enjoy a hike along the river with a naturalist in hopes of seeing bluebells and other wildflowers along the way. Hiking shoes and long pants are recommended.