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October 2008

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Leaf Icon Friday, October 10, 7 p.m.
FIRESTONE FRIDAY
Join a naturalist for an evening of campfires, walks, music, movies and more. For detailed information, please call one week prior: 330-865-8065. F/Tuscarawas Meadows

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 11, 10 a.m.
EXTENDED HIKE
Meet volunteer naturalist Pat Patterson to hike five miles in Goodyear Heights Metro Park. GYH/Pioneer

Leaf Icon Saturday, October 11, 6 - 9 p.m.
FALL FAMILY OUTING
Fall into autumn fun with free hayrides, bonfires, naturalist-led activities, apple cider, cookies, live music from Heartbeat Afrika, and more. SC/Bathhouse

Did You Know?

Important Bird Areas
Several areas managed by Metro Parks have been named Important Bird Areas by Audubon Ohio, including Deep Lock Quarry and Liberty Park.

Mary Campbell
The first white child in the wild frontier of the Western Reserve was reportedly Mary Campbell, for whom the cave in Gorge Metro Park is named.



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