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Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC

Native Ferns

Join a naturalist to learn about and look for Northeast Ohio’s native ferns. Discover their unique characteristics and how to incorporate…

LP/Nature Center
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC

Planting the Future with Akron Garden Club

Join us for a presentation exploring the rich history and collaborative efforts of Summit Metro Parks and the Akron Garden Club (AGC). You’ll…

CV/Valley View Area

Back Yards Gone Wild: Seed Collecting

Join a naturalist to learn how to start beautiful, beneficial native plants from seed, including collection, storage and propagation, then…

LP/Nature Center
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC

Pawpaw Appreciation Night

Discover Ohio’s state native fruit, the pawpaw! Learn the benefits of this fruit and how to grow it, take home recipes and sample its delicious…

LP/Nature Center
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC

Native Seed Harvest Workshop

Learn the art of native seed head identification, collection and preservation with a naturalist, then get hands-on as we collect native seeds…

FASN/Nature Realm

Seedhead ID & Harvest Hike

Hike the late fall prairie and learn to identify native wildflower seedheads. Bring your own envelopes or small paper bags to take some seeds…

CV/Valley View Area

Back Yards Gone Wild: DIY Woodpecker Feeders

Join a naturalist to learn about the fascinating lives of woodpeckers and how to attract them to your yard, then create a simple bird feeder…

LP/Nature Center