Summit Metro Parks
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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Senior Ice Cream SocialSeasoned citizens, drop by for an afternoon of lakeside fun! Enjoy fishing, nature related activities and more. Those with limited mobility have the opportunity to take an adaptive bike ride as a passenger aboard our fleet of trishaws on a first-come, first-served basis. Cool off with lemonade, watermelon and ice cream (while supplies last) or […]
Munroe Falls Metro Park
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Fishing FridayCome try your hand at fishing. We’ll provide the rods and bait, so all you have to do is show up! Anyone over the age of 16 will need a valid Ohio fishing license. |
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Gone Fishin’Welcome to fishing for all ages! 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 […]
Furnace Run Metro Park
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Kids’ Fishing DerbyJoin Summit Metro Parks for the Kids’ Fishing Derby, presented by Wayside Furniture! Held the day before Father’s Day, this fun tradition invites anglers ages 15 and younger to cast a line into Little Turtle Pond. Kids who catch a tagged fish will receive a $1 prize, and trophies will be awarded for the three […] |
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Drop In: Father’s Day FishingCast a line with dad during the Ohio Department of Natural Resources free fishing weekend. Rods and bait will be provided; adults must supervise children. |
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Pop-Up Nature Center: Furnace RunOur nature centers are hitting the road! Join us as Brushwood Lodge transforms into a nature center for a day, complete with activities for all ages including education stations, a storybook trail, fishing and an opportunity to shop our pop-up Maple Leaf Gifts. Bring any nature or history questions for our naturalists and cool off […]
Furnace Run Metro Park
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Special Needs Fishing DerbyAdults and children with special needs are invited to cast a line into Little Turtle Pond for a fun and welcoming day of fishing, presented by Wayside Furniture! Trophies will be awarded for the three largest native fish caught. This free, inclusive event is open to the public. Please bring your own fishing gear; however, […] |
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Gone Fishin’Welcome to fishing for all ages! 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 […]
Liberty Park
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Fishing FridayCome try your hand at fishing. We’ll provide the rods and bait, so all you have to do is show up! Anyone over the age of 16 will need a valid Ohio fishing license. |
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Summit Lake 5th Anniversary CelebrationJoin us to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Summit Lake Nature Center with family-friendly activities, music, food and more! Ongoing Activities: Crafts Sensory-friendly room available, inside the nature center Yard games Refreshments Scheduled Activities: 4-6 p.m. Hoverball archery (Age 8+) 4-6 p.m. Play time with Akron Children’s Museum 4-7 p.m. Music in the garden (DJ) […]
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Seasoned citizens, drop by for an afternoon of lakeside fun! Enjoy fishing, nature related activities and more. Those with limited mobility have the opportunity to take an adaptive bike ride as a passenger aboard our fleet of trishaws on a first-come, first-served basis. Cool off with lemonade, watermelon and ice cream (while supplies last) or bring a picnic to enjoy…
Come try your hand at fishing. We’ll provide the rods and bait, so all you have to do is show up! Anyone over the age of 16 will need a valid Ohio fishing license.
Welcome to fishing for all ages! 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 Summit Metro Parks for the Kids’ Fishing Derby, presented by Wayside Furniture! Held the day before Father’s Day, this fun tradition invites anglers ages 15 and younger to cast a line into Little Turtle Pond. Kids who catch a tagged fish will receive a $1 prize, and trophies will be awarded for the three largest native fish catches of…
Cast a line with dad during the Ohio Department of Natural Resources free fishing weekend. Rods and bait will be provided; adults must supervise children.
Our nature centers are hitting the road! Join us as Brushwood Lodge transforms into a nature center for a day, complete with activities for all ages including education stations, a storybook trail, fishing and an opportunity to shop our pop-up Maple Leaf Gifts. Bring any nature or history questions for our naturalists and cool off with lemonade and watermelon, while…
Adults and children with special needs are invited to cast a line into Little Turtle Pond for a fun and welcoming day of fishing, presented by Wayside Furniture! Trophies will be awarded for the three largest native fish caught. This free, inclusive event is open to the public. Please bring your own fishing gear; however, a limited number of rods…
Welcome to fishing for all ages! 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.
Come try your hand at fishing. We’ll provide the rods and bait, so all you have to do is show up! Anyone over the age of 16 will need a valid Ohio fishing license.
Join us to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Summit Lake Nature Center with family-friendly activities, music, food and more! Ongoing Activities: Crafts Sensory-friendly room available, inside the nature center Yard games Refreshments Scheduled Activities: 4-6 p.m. Hoverball archery (Age 8+) 4-6 p.m. Play time with Akron Children’s Museum 4-7 p.m. Music in the garden (DJ) 5-7 p.m. Fishing fun —…