Summit Metro Parks
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.
Join a naturalist on a steep but beautiful hike of the 1.2-mile Oxbow Trail along the Cuyahoga River. As we hike, we will discuss which wildlife call this waterway home and explore the importance of rivers in human history and local biodiversity.
How’s that plant already blooming? Hike the 1.4-mile Alder trail to discover the first flower of the year and the clever tricks it employs to beat the spring season to the punch.
Join a naturalist to learn all about foxes and the skills that make them keen hunters and hiders. Afterwards we will hike to search for signs of their activity.
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.
Here come the herons! We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to join us as we learn about great blue herons through a short lesson, story and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/20.
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, […]
Drop in at the campground boat launch to start your morning right with a campfire, pie iron pancakes and birdwatching. We’ll have binoculars, a spotting scope and field guides set out to enjoy. Registration is required and begins on 2/28.
Spring is almost here! Young children and their adult companions can celebrate the change of seasons in 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.
Everyone loves real maple syrup! Join us as we learn the ins and outs of maple sugaring. See how the trees are tapped, how sap is collected and how it’s boiled down to sweet amber syrup. The best part? You can satisfy your sweet tooth by sampling syrup from our own Liberty Park maple trees! […]
Everyone loves real maple syrup! Join us as we learn the ins and outs of maple sugaring. See how the trees are tapped, how sap is collected and how it’s boiled down to that sweet amber syrup. The best part? You can satisfy your sweet tooth by sampling syrup from our own Liberty Park maple […]
Here come the herons! We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to join us as we learn about great blue herons through a short lesson, story and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/20.
Calling all people with yards or green spaces, big and small: Join us for this monthly series and learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month we’ll spotlight shade-dwelling plants to add to your outdoor spaces with less than 3 hours of direct sunlight.
Learn what makes Summit Lake an amazing home for waterfowl in the winter while making your own origami duck and paper pond diorama.
Join a naturalist as we partner with The University of Akron Field Station at Bath Nature Preserve for a chance to see the legendary timberdoodle! These birds put on a show you won’t want to miss. Please drive all the way down the drive to the field station.
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 sifting through sneaky sparrows!
Rise and shine! Get an early start to the day by hiking the 1-mile Prather Trail with a naturalist. Along the way, we’ll explore who else might be up early. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars, if you have them. Extra pairs will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wake up from winter with good coffee and conversation as we hike the 0.9-mile Walking Course. We will look for turtles waking up from brumation and discuss the unique strategies they employ to get going without a cup o’ joe.
Here come the herons! We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to join us as we learn about great blue herons through a short lesson, story and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/20.
Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Join a naturalist to learn about the natural phenomena that make our springs so full of life. Registration is required and begins on 3/12.
Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Join a naturalist to learn about the natural phenomena that make our springs so full of life. Registration is required and begins on 3/12.
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn about the interesting history of common fruits and vegetables grown in gardens. Discover how different crops made their way around the world, changing tastes and cuisines along the way.
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll along portions of Downy Loop Trail. Enjoy a warm beverage and nature conversation afterward.
Join Summit Metro Parks naturalists on a bus trip to Wayne County to experience migrating waterfowl and shorebirds in the wetlands of Killbuck Marsh and Funk Bottoms. Pack binoculars, spotting scopes, snacks and a lunch. Dress for all-day comfort out in the elements. Registration is required and begins on 3/7. Cost: $55/person.
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.
Join a naturalist for this monthly series focused on creating nature-friendly back yards. This month we will learn about cavity-nesting birds such as chickadees, bluebirds and wrens. After a short presentation, participants can make a bluebird box to take home, free of charge, courtesy of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Limit one kit per […]
Join a naturalist for this monthly series focused on creating nature-friendly back yards. This month we will learn about cavity-nesting birds such as chickadees, bluebirds and wrens. After a short presentation, participants can make a bluebird box to take home, free of charge, courtesy of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Limit one kit per […]
Join the Greater Akron Audubon Society to dive into the world of bluebirds. Dale Rabung, a charter member of the Ohio Bluebird Society, has been working on bluebird trails since 1979 and has fledged over 8,000 birds. Learn about monitoring efforts, nest boxes and building bluebird trails.
Start an embroidery project 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 people 16 and older. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 3/20.
Young children and their adult companions can celebrate spring in 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.
Join a writer-turned-naturalist to discover the literary meanings of spring and their real-life connections.
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.
Ohio’s forests come in many forms. Hike through the successional forests of the 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail to learn what a successional forest is, how it got here and what life it supports.
Hike with a naturalist along Pond Brook and through wet woods on the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail to see what signs of spring we can find. Binoculars, boots and bug repellant are recommended!
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.
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.
Soil is the foundation of your garden and determines whether or not your plants will thrive. Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn how to restore your urban or suburban soils with soil amendments to create healthy living soil for your plants.
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.
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.
Join a naturalist on a steep but beautiful hike of the 1.2-mile Oxbow Trail along the Cuyahoga River. As we hike, we will discuss which wildlife call this waterway home and explore the importance of rivers in human history and local biodiversity.
How’s that plant already blooming? Hike the 1.4-mile Alder trail to discover the first flower of the year and the clever tricks it employs to beat the spring season to the punch.
Join a naturalist to learn all about foxes and the skills that make them keen hunters and hiders. Afterwards we will hike to search for signs of their activity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Here come the herons! We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to join us as we learn about great blue herons through a short lesson, story and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/20.
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.
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…
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.
Drop in at the campground boat launch to start your morning right with a campfire, pie iron pancakes and birdwatching. We’ll have binoculars, a spotting scope and field guides set out to enjoy. Registration is required and begins on 2/28.
Spring is almost here! Young children and their adult companions can celebrate the change of seasons in 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.
Whooo goes there? Hike the 2-mile Chippewa Trail at night to get a glimpse into the nocturnal world of owls.
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.
Everyone loves real maple syrup! Join us as we learn the ins and outs of maple sugaring. See how the trees are tapped, how sap is collected and how it’s boiled down to sweet amber syrup. The best part? You can satisfy your sweet tooth by sampling syrup from our own Liberty Park maple trees! This event is sponsored by…
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.
Everyone loves real maple syrup! Join us as we learn the ins and outs of maple sugaring. See how the trees are tapped, how sap is collected and how it’s boiled down to that sweet amber syrup. The best part? You can satisfy your sweet tooth by sampling syrup from our own Liberty Park maple trees! This event is sponsored…
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.
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.
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.
Here come the herons! We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to join us as we learn about great blue herons through a short lesson, story and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/20.
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.
Calling all people with yards or green spaces, big and small: Join us for this monthly series and learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month we’ll spotlight shade-dwelling plants to add to your outdoor spaces with less than 3 hours of direct sunlight.
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.
Learn what makes Summit Lake an amazing home for waterfowl in the winter while making your own origami duck and paper pond diorama.
Join a naturalist as we partner with The University of Akron Field Station at Bath Nature Preserve for a chance to see the legendary timberdoodle! These birds put on a show you won’t want to miss. Please drive all the way down the drive to the field station.
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.
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 sifting through sneaky sparrows!
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.
Rise and shine! Get an early start to the day by hiking the 1-mile Prather Trail with a naturalist. Along the way, we’ll explore who else might be up early. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars, if you have them. Extra pairs will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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.
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.
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.
Wake up from winter with good coffee and conversation as we hike the 0.9-mile Walking Course. We will look for turtles waking up from brumation and discuss the unique strategies they employ to get going without a cup o’ joe.
Here come the herons! We invite children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions to join us as we learn about great blue herons through a short lesson, story and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins on 2/20.
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.
Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Join a naturalist to learn about the natural phenomena that make our springs so full of life. Registration is required and begins on 3/12.
Homeschoolers ages 7 to 12: Join a naturalist to learn about the natural phenomena that make our springs so full of life. Registration is required and begins on 3/12.
Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn about the interesting history of common fruits and vegetables grown in gardens. Discover how different crops made their way around the world, changing tastes and cuisines along the way.
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.
Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll along portions of Downy Loop Trail. Enjoy a warm beverage and nature conversation afterward.
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.
Join Summit Metro Parks naturalists on a bus trip to Wayne County to experience migrating waterfowl and shorebirds in the wetlands of Killbuck Marsh and Funk Bottoms. Pack binoculars, spotting scopes, snacks and a lunch. Dress for all-day comfort out in the elements. Registration is required and begins on 3/7. Cost: $55/person.
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.
Join a naturalist for this monthly series focused on creating nature-friendly back yards. This month we will learn about cavity-nesting birds such as chickadees, bluebirds and wrens. After a short presentation, participants can make a bluebird box to take home, free of charge, courtesy of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Limit one kit per household. Registration is required and…
Join a naturalist for this monthly series focused on creating nature-friendly back yards. This month we will learn about cavity-nesting birds such as chickadees, bluebirds and wrens. After a short presentation, participants can make a bluebird box to take home, free of charge, courtesy of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Limit one kit per household. Registration is required and…
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.
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.
Join the Greater Akron Audubon Society to dive into the world of bluebirds. Dale Rabung, a charter member of the Ohio Bluebird Society, has been working on bluebird trails since 1979 and has fledged over 8,000 birds. Learn about monitoring efforts, nest boxes and building bluebird trails.
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.
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.
Start an embroidery project 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 people 16 and older. Cost: $10/person. Registration is required and begins on 3/20.
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.
Young children and their adult companions can celebrate spring in 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.
Join a writer-turned-naturalist to discover the literary meanings of spring and their real-life connections.
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.
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.
Ohio’s forests come in many forms. Hike through the successional forests of the 1.2-mile Pheasant Run Trail to learn what a successional forest is, how it got here and what life it supports.
Hike with a naturalist along Pond Brook and through wet woods on the 1.6-mile Buttonbush Trail to see what signs of spring we can find. Binoculars, boots and bug repellant 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.
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.
Soil is the foundation of your garden and determines whether or not your plants will thrive. Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn how to restore your urban or suburban soils with soil amendments to create healthy living soil for your plants.
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.
