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Full Moon Night Hike

When the full moon’s aglow, we start the show! Come join a naturalist to hike at night, and see Cascade Valley in a whole new light.

CV/Valley View Area

Early Morning Hike

Rise and shine! Get an early start to the day by hiking the 1.1 mile Missing Link Trail with a naturalist. Along the way, we’ll explore who…

CV/Valley View Area

Towpath Tales Hike

Learn about the importance of the Towpath Trail’s southern terminus for Indigenous Peoples along this 3.4-mile leg of the Towpath Trail (from…

TT/Wilbeth Road Trailhead

Early Thanksgiving for the Birds

Families can drop in to learn about feathered friends that will stick around all winter, create a treat for the birds in their backyard and…

LP/Nature Center

Bird Nerds: Birds in Culture

Newbies and experts alike are welcome to join us in this lively series for a fun, approachable discussion on a new bird topic each month….

FASN/Visitors Center

Hiking Spree Shield Assistance

Is attaching the hiking spree shield more challenging than actually hiking the eight trails? Summit Metro Parks volunteers will gladly attach…

FASN/Nature Realm

Waterfowl in Fall

Join a naturalist at Summit Lake Nature Center to search for waterfowl as they undergo their Fall migration. Binoculars available to borrow…

Summit Lake Nature Center

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

Deep Lock History Hike

We will be hiking Quarry Trail and talking about the history of the area.

DLQ/Deep Lock Quarry

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

Kinderealm: Who’s Ready for a Nap?

Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions will explore how some wildlife friends are preparing for long naps to survive the winter. Program…

LP/Nature Center

Intro to Archery

Participants will learn international-style target archery and test their marksmanship at our temporary indoor range. All equipment and hands-on…

F/Coventry Oaks