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Bees and Blooms

Join naturalists to look for midsummer bees and blooms as we discuss the dynamics of the dog days of summer and its effect on pollinators.

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. Mini...

Concert at Liberty Park: Cuyahoga Valley Concert Band

Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of instrumental music by the Cuyahoga Valley Concert Band, performing around Northeast Ohio...

Drawing Outdoors

Bring your drawing pad and pencils for an outdoor lesson in drawing. Beginners are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the...

Summer Nature Tales

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

Intro to Mountain Biking

Are you curious about mountain biking but nervous to try the trails by yourself? Then this program is for you! Join us in collaboration with...

Touch-a-Truck

Join us for Touch-a-Truck, presented by Wayside Furniture! People of all ages can sit in and explore more than a dozen Summit Metro Parks an...

Self-Guided Story Trail: In the Tall, Tall Grass

Enjoy some exercise and fun exploration with a self-guided story trail based on the book In the Tall, Tall Grass. This experience is availab...

Self-Guided: Damsels & Dragons

Follow signs along the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail through August 23 to explore the world of damselflies and dragonflies and observe these ama...

Beat the Heat Distance Hike

Before the heat of the day settles in, hit the trail with a naturalist for an extended, evenly paced hike through forest, prairie and lakesi...

Fossils for Kids

Kids and their adult companions can join a naturalist to explore the stream in search of fossils and learn about the ancient creatures that...

Music By the Lake

Enjoy a performance by the Metro Parks Ensemble, presented by Wayside Furniture! Please bring your own chairs and blankets, and a picnic if...

Drawing Outdoors

Bring your drawing pad and pencils for an outdoor lesson in drawing. Beginners are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the...

Summer Insects Take Flight

Join Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Denny Reiser and an SMP naturalist to explore the colorful world of summer insects. We'll enjoy a s...

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 . . . a...

Good Garden Talks: Watering the Garden

Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron and OSU Extension to discuss effective methods for watering in the vegetable garden.

Bats, Up Close & Personal

Bats are some of the most fascinating and beneficial creatures of the night! Join us to learn about these fantastic flying insect controller...

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