August ‘16 Vol. 65 #8
Emerald Necklace
Featuring Cleveland Metroparks program and event guide
Helping You Connect with Cleveland Metroparks Edgewater LIVE 15 • Euclid Beach LIVE 16 • Whiskey Island SUP Race 32
Contents Features 3 Connections Count 5 Take the River Path Columns 2 Inside the Emerald Necklace 4 Naturalist’s Almanac In Addition
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Come Out and Play Zoo News Cleveland Metroparks Golf Programs by Location Programs by Date A Look Ahead
31 Directory 32 Whiskey Island SUP Race Cover photo: Edgewater LIVE events connect people to nature.
Photography by Kyle Lanzer. Additional photos courtesy of Cleveland Metroparks photo archive, unless otherwise noted.
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Note from the Editor: In nature nothing is isolated, everything is connected with something or someone. Over the past 99 years, Cleveland Metroparks has encouraged connections within ecosystems and built connections with a variety of agencies, companies and individuals, to further its mission of Conservation, Education and Recreation. In this issue you will discover ways you can connect with Cleveland Metroparks.
Inside the
Emerald Necklace
“It Takes a Village…”
When it rains I recall sitting in the back seat of my parent’s car, watching individual droplets hit the window and succumb to gravity. Remember how the droplets would combine with other droplets along the way, growing in size and growing in momentum? The growing raindrop also comes to mind when pondering watershed partnerships. Our work strives toward positive gains for Northeast Ohio’s rivers, streams and wetlands. Conducted in isolation, these efforts tend to result in limited benefits. With a little coordination with other partners and adjacent neighbors, these benefits grow. And with genuine collaboration of multiple parties from beginning to end, the momentum accelerates and the successes multiply – a tiny drop of effort becomes a large stream of success. One of these streams – a moss-lined, cold water stream named Mirror Valley – and its watershed, are reaping the benefits of these partnerships. A two-acre reforestation effort almost a decade ago has spread to multiple canopy closure projects, a significant stream restoration project and several studies. This work helps us to further understand, protect and enhance the services this high quality stream provides to its residents – salamanders, fish, aquatic insects and us. And as these activities increase, so does the list of partners. Natural Resources has worked internally with Hinckley Park Maintenance, Rangers, Volunteer Services and Planning & Design, and externally with Rocky River Watershed Council, JoAnn Fabrics, Key Bank, American Greetings and Case Western Reserve University. Financial support mirrors the partnerships with internal investment as well as external grants from the Ohio E.P.A., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Legacy Fund. Some say, “It take a village to raise a child.” But I say, “It takes a community to protect a watershed.” Jennifer Grieser Senior Natural Resource Manager – Urban Watersheds
Board of Park Commissioners Debra K. Berry Dan T. Moore President
Bruce G. Rinker Vice President
Vice President
Brian M. Zimmerman
Chief Executive Officer
Cleveland Metroparks does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age or disability in employment, services or access to programs or activities. Special assistance for Cleveland Metroparks programs or facilities is available by calling 216-635-3264 in advance.
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Jo-Ann Fabrics volunteers installed native plants in Mirror Valley
FEATURE
Connections Count Phase I of the Cleveland Foundation Centennial Trail opened in August 2015
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ow do you connect with Cleveland Metroparks? Whether it’s through a hike down a wooded trail, time with friends at a concert on the beach, or exploring and learning more about our world during a park program, these connections help carry out the Park District’s mission of Conservation, Education and Recreation. Cleveland Metroparks provides diverse opportunities to connect with nature and build community. The beautiful reservations and parkway system of Cleveland Metroparks have been treasured by Northeast Ohioans for generations. The recent strategic plan, Cleveland Metroparks 2020: The Emerald Necklace Centennial Plan, recognizes these values and identifies additional ways for the park system to contribute to the quality of life and sustainability of the region. Connecting existing parks to neighborhoods and regional trails is a key initiative identified in the strategic plan. Cleveland Metroparks provides at least
$855 million in annual benefits to the community, as calculated in a 2013 study by The Trust for Public Land. The significance of parks and trails is reflected in increased property values, improved health, and cleaner air and water. Linking parks and trails to the neighborhoods of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County better connects the entire community to these resources and benefits. The Cleveland Foundation Centennial Trail exemplifies the effort to provide access to parks and open space from areas that are currently disconnected. The trail is supported by many partners, including the Cleveland Foundation, LAND studio, and The Trust for Public Land. The first phase of the paved multi-use path opened in 2015 and is already heavily used. The trail will eventually connect the Towpath Trail and surrounding neighborhoods to the Lake Erie shore. The route will traverse historic areas along the Cuyahoga River, passing under the Shoreway before crossing the old river channel and
bridging railroad tracks to arrive at Wendy Park and the lakefront. Another priority connection currently underway will link some of the Park Districts’ oldest reservations with a new bicycle and pedestrian trail along Valley Parkway. A six-mile missing link in the Emerald Necklace trail begins construction this fall and will connect Brecksville Reservation to Mill Stream Reservation. Neighboring communities have supported the project and, in the case of Broadview Heights, have already constructed trails leading from the community to Valley Parkway. The Park District Centennial takes place in 2017. The second century of Cleveland Metroparks promises continued service to the citizens of Cuyahoga County and Hinckley Township and unparalleled stewardship of Northeast Ohio’s rich natural resources. Connectivity is a path to help achieve both of these objectives. Kelly Coffman Senior Strategic Park Planner 3
NATURALIST’S ALMANAC
August August begins the turning point of summer. Daylight is noticeably shorter as the month pushes forward leading to an average decrease in temperature. Flocks of blackbirds start to congregate in large numbers, bats begin to disperse from maternity colonies and the first southerly migration of shorebirds begins. Bird offspring now foraging on their own are still dependent on adults to teach them migration routes. August is a good time to be out at night as the Perseid meteor shower peaks early in the month and is a great opportunity to witness shooting stars while listening to insects. Birds Late summer marks the end of breeding season for most birds, except for cedar waxwings and American goldfinches, which are hard at work preparing nests and raising young in the heat of the year. The dawn chorus of songbirds such as warblers, flycatchers, tanagers and grosbeaks has quieted, except for red-eyed vireos singing high in the canopy of lush forests. While it seems early, fall migration is already underway, as blackbird flocks gather in fields and shorebirds return to wetlands and marshes as they move south from the Arctic tundra. Insects The fields and wetlands are alive with the buzzing and fluttering of colorful insects. August is one of the peaks for dragonfly, damselfly and butterfly diversity. Skimmers, darners, bluets, spreadwings, baskettails, saddlebags and other unique odonates are busy foraging on the wing and laying eggs in ponds and lakes. Common buckeyes, one of the most brilliant of butterflies, can be
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found on sunny paths through meadows. Cicadas, grasshoppers, crickets and katydids fill the afternoons, evenings and starlit nights with loud serenades. Wildflowers The rich soil nutrients found in floodplain forests allow some of the tallest wildflowers in Cleveland Metroparks to thrive. Yellows of wingstem, greenheaded coneflower and cup plant can grow over 10 feet tall which are highlighted with the lavenders of the shorter wild bergamot and wood sage. These insect pollinated plants are great places to search for predators, such as assassin bugs and crab spiders waiting patiently for their next meal. Amphibians Salamander larvae found in rapidly drying vernal pools begin their transition from life in the water to life on land. They leave the pools to forage in the forest leaf litter and soil to one day return to this same pool to mate and provided life to another generation of salamanders.
A Lifetime of Nature Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you. Frank Lloyd Wright When did you first feel connected to nature? As a child on a field trip to a nature center? Biking through Cleveland Metroparks? When you attended a hike led by a naturalist? Or, through a peaceful morning watching wildlife at a nature center viewing window? Cleveland Metroparks Outdoor Experiences division connects people of all ages to nature every day. Whether it is an informational sign, a class field trip, a hike for experienced visitors, a program at a center program or a social media post about what to look for on a specific day, people are connected to nature. You can help connect people to nature through a gift to Cleveland Metroparks Outdoor Education Fund. Donations support program supplies, exhibit materials and equipment such as binoculars, nets used to temporarily collect insects or magnifying glasses. Gifts may be designated for a specific nature center or program. Contributions to the outdoor education fund are also a unique way to honor your favorite nature enthusiast or remember a loved one. To make a gift to the Outdoor Education Fund today, please visit clevelandmetroparks.com and select donate. Or, send a check payable to Cleveland Metroparks to: Gift and Donor Development, Cleveland Metroparks, 4101 Fulton Parkway, Cleveland, Ohio 44144. Please specify the outdoor education fund. For more information about including the Outdoor Education Fund in your estate plans, or to discuss other kinds of giving, please contact Karen Kannenberg, CFRE, manager of gift and donor development, at 216-635-3217 or kjk@clevelandmetroparks.com.
FEATURE
Take the River Path Blue heron in Cuyahoga River in Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
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ave you ever looked at a map of streams and rivers? If you squint, they look just like roads. Small creeks (back alleys and neighborhoods) run into larger streams (main roads) and eventually into large rivers (highways). Rivers and streams look a lot like our roads because they are the original highways and byways of the earth. Waterways served as natural transportation corridors or connectors before rush hour and road construction existed, and they still do. If you take a few minutes to sit by one of the major rivers that runs through Cleveland Metroparks; the Rocky River, the Cuyahoga, or the Chagrin, you will be instantly struck by the incredible array of life that relies on the river as well as the constant movement up and downstream. Kingfishers laugh as they leave their nest
to patrol their stretch of stream. Great blue herons flap silently above the water as they seek the next prime hunting spot. The steelhead that return to our rivers each autumn rely on flooding from fall rains to reach pools for spawning and then return to cooler Lake Erie each spring. Even native plants use streams to connect to the world around them. Blue flag iris (iris versicolor) has floating seeds so it can spread throughout a wetland. American sycamores (platanus occidentalis), the sprawling, ghostly trees that line our waterways, produce light hairy fruits called achenes that can travel for miles by wind or water. One thing I love about winter hiking is getting to see all the furrows and ripples of the landscape, freed from the blur of
vegetation. You can clearly see how rain runs off each bump into tiny streams that only appear when it rains. Each tiny molecule of hydrogen and oxygen is constantly moving. It may flow through a wetland, sewer, or downspout, soak into the dirt and rest in the water table, or it may become a part of the great river highway. This month, I invite you to join our birds, fish, and flowers on their journey. Take time to splash in the shallows, visit the floodplain blooms, and marvel at the rich red and gold that envelop a stream over the next few months. Play your part in the ancient and constant flow of energy that moves through our waterways. Follow the meandering natural connectors as you, too, take the river path. Selby Majewski Naturalist, North Chagrin Nature Center 5
Don’t Let Summer End Without At Least One More Visit To The Beach Or Pool Guarded swimming hours and dates are: • Edgewater Beach, Lakefront Reservation, Cleveland 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (through second Sunday in August; following second Sunday in August, on weekends only through Labor Day) • Euclid/Villa Angela Beach, Lakefront Reservation, Euclid 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (through second Sunday in August; following second Sunday in August, on weekends only through Labor Day) • Hinckley Lake, Hinckley Reservation, Hinckley Township 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (through second Sunday in August) • Huntington Beach, Huntington Reservation, Bay Village 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (through second Sunday in August; following second Sunday in August, on weekends only through Labor Day) • Ledge Pool & Recreation Area, Hinckley Reservation, Hinckley Township (daily pool admission fee or season pass access) 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (through August 21) • Wallace Lake, Mill Stream Run Reservation, Berea 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (through second Sunday in August) Lifeguards are on-duty during dates and hours listed for these guarded swimming areas.
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Walking Works with Nature Get outside and explore this year’s Walking Works trails. Now through October, hike at least eight of 13 designated Walking Works trails on your own – any time – it’s fun and easy. This year take an easy hike in Bedford, Big Creek, Garfield Park, Huntington, Ohio & Erie Canal and West Creek reservations. Moderate walkers can hit the trails in Brecksville, Euclid Creek, Hinckley, North Chagrin and South Chagrin reservations. Those looking for a difficult hike will appreciate the challenging hikes in Mills Stream Run and Rocky River reservations. After completing each walk, sign and date your Walking Works form. Complete eight walks and return your form to Cleveland Metroparks to receive this year’s Walking Works shield and a voucher good for a free picnic lunch at Wayside Furniture Café. Want to walk with others while learning about the natural features of the trails? Naturalist-led hikes along the designated trails will be available through October. Look for naturalist-led walks starting on page 14. For a list of the designated hikes and directions, and to download the Walking Works form visit clevelandmetroparks.com or Cleveland Metroparks Nature Centers. The Benefits of Walking Why walk? Because there are so many benefits to walking. And, walking is something that most people can do. Walking exercise helps: · Strengthen the heart, muscles, boosts energy and endurance. · Lower blood pressure and the risk for heart attacks. · Manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. · Overall improves balance, lowers the risk of falls, improves thinking and may help prevent dementia.
COME OUT AND PLAY
All Purpose Trail in West Creek Reservation
Adventure Club
Ohio Horseman’s Council Partnership
Enroll your child in Cleveland Metroparks Adventure Club.
“Dedicated to preserving bridle trails by offering our help and friendship to the men and women who work so hard to care for our beautiful and beloved Cleveland Metroparks,” has been the mission statement of Cuyahoga County Chapter of Ohio Horseman’s Council (OHC) since its formation in 1996.
Benefits include: • Access to weekly events throughout Cleveland Metroparks. • Subscription to weekly member e-newsletter. • Official Adventure Club passport. Register your kids today for Adventure Club for free at clevelandmetroparks.com/adventure. Upgrade your children’s experience for $30 to a premium level membership. Premium membership benefits include access to monthly exclusive events, including free boat rental at Hinckley Lake in August and an Adventure Club t-shirt.
Since then we have raised funds for trail repairs, offered public educational programs, developed brochures on bridle trail usage, held many volunteer trail maintenance days and formed lasting friendships with park employees and other trail users. Riding over fifty thousand trail miles most years, we are out there quietly and carefully enjoying the natural beauty of the park. Cleveland Metroparks presented our council with the Outstanding Conservationist Award “in appreciation for your significant contribution to the conservation of natural resources and conservation programs in Cleveland Metroparks.” We are always ready to assist a trail user with directions or report trail issues to management. We strive to be part of the solution to any problem that we may encounter in the park. Most of our members gladly stop so visitors can meet their horses. Many times this is the only time children have the opportunity to see or touch a real horse. The joy on their faces is the million-dollar payback. As part of the Cleveland Metroparks Centennial Year in 2017, watch for news of a 100-mile, Legacy Trail Ride which will provide an opportunity for meeting the riders and their horses. OHC information can be found at cuyahogacountyohc.com. Penny Passalacqua Ohio Horseman’s Council
Sign up your child for the fun at clevelandmetroparks.com/ adventure.
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ZOO NEWS
Cleveland Zoological Society
Twilight at the Zoo
Photo by Dale McDonald
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and its nonprofit advocate, the Cleveland Zoological Society, share a joint mission: We create compelling experiences that connect people with wildlife and inspire personal responsibility for conserving the natural world. Since 1882, the Zoo has evolved from a source of community pride to a zoo-based conservation agency with worldwide influence. Today, thanks to forward-thinking leadership and one of the best public/private partnerships in the nation, the Zoo generates $100 million in regional economic impact, is the largest provider of informal science education in Northeast Ohio, and serves as a global conservation resource committed to protecting endangered species. As the Zoo’s nonprofit advocate and partner, the Zoo Society is committed to: raising public awareness of the Zoo as a community priority and civic asset; securing private support for the Zoo and its programs; giving visitors, members and donors great value for their investment; and ensuring that the Zoo remains one of Northeast Ohio’s preeminent destinations The Zoo Society maintains the largest membership program in 8 Emerald Necklace August 2016
Northeast Ohio, with 42,500 households as current members. More than 1.1 million people visit the Zoo each year, making it the most visited destination in the region. The Zoo Society invites you to connect with wildlife at one of our annual fundraising events including ZippityZooDoo (early June), Date Night at the Zoovies (mid-August) and Cleveland’s largest fundraiser, Twilight at the Zoo (early August), a celebration of our vibrant music scene. Go to ClevelandZooSociety.org for more information and to register. The Zoo Society is thrilled about this summer’s opening of Rosebrough Tiger Passage, a dynamic environment for the Zoo’s two Amur tigers – and for the Zoo’s visitors. Come out and visit the Zoo this year. Follow the Zoo Society on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram or contact us at 216-661-6500 for membership information and more. Sarah Crupi Director of External Relations Cleveland Zoological Society
ZOO NEWS All photos courtesy of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Senior Safari Wednesday, August 31 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Senior Safari celebrates the young-at-heart with free admission to the Zoo and The RainForest for all guests ages 62 or better. This popular event features special activities such as fitness demonstrations, entertainment and dozens of health and wellness exhibitors set up in the Zoo’s Palava Hut Pavilion. Presented by Hudec Dental.
Boo at the Zoo Tickets Go on Sale Monday, August 15
Senior Safari
Kids of all ages are invited to don costumes and enjoy this not-too-scary romp through the Zoo after dark with treat stations, music and entertainment. Boo at the Zoo tickets will be available on the Zoo’s website and at the Zoo’s Box Office. This year Boo at the Zoo is scheduled for October 20 – 23 and 27 – 30. Several nights sold out last year, so get your tickets early. Presented by Giant Eagle.
Inside Tracks
Inside Tracks Tuesday – Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Get the Inside Tracks on a new experience at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Join zoo staff for a golf cart ride and a unique 90-minute program that includes fun-filled facts about animal care, behavior and conservation. Inside Tracks will offer the opportunity to explore four animal areas to see how the zoo takes care of the animals. Some featured experiences may include training sessions and get close opportunities with animals, and a behind-the-scenes look at animal holding areas. Various areas will rotate with animal availability and weather. This is a fun and educational experience you don’t want to miss. Fee: $50.
Boo at the Zoo
For the most up-to-date Zoo information: Clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo 216-661-6500 9
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Family Picnic Night
Live at the Hive
Enjoy a picnic dinner, meet some animals, play games and circle around the campfire. Bring a picnic blanket. In inclement weather, all activities occur inside the Center. For all ages. Registration required. $7 (includes dinner).
As Wildlife Specialists explore the Center’s hives, learn about the life of bees, their contribution to our local environment and the creation of honey. If honey extraction is possible, it will be performed at this time. This program is weather dependent. For all ages. $5.
Perseid Meteor Shower Night
Keeper for a Day
Enjoy a planetarium program, take part in a demonstration and head out to Huntington Beach to enjoy the show in the sky. For families with children ages 3+. Registration required. $4.
Go behind-the-scenes with our Wildlife Specialists as they care for, assess and treat the animals. Learn about animal husbandry, diet, wildlife medicine and more. For ages 13+. Registration required. $75.
Friday, August 5 • 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, August 12 • 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 14 • 3 – 5 p.m.
Tuesdays, August 2 or 16 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Walter R. Schuele Planetarium Tuesday & Thursday 11:30 a.m. Our Place in Space 1 p.m. You-niverse 2 p.m. Family Adventures in Space
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11 a.m. Twinkle Tots 11:30 a.m. Stellar Stars 12:30 p.m. Family Adventures in Space 1 p.m. You-niverse 2 p.m. Family Adventures in Space
Schedule is subject to variability. Call 440-871-2900 to confirm programming.
Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m. Twinkle Tots 11:30 a.m. Stellar Stars 12:30 p.m. Family Adventures in Space 1 p.m. You-niverse 2 p.m. Family Adventures in Space 2:30 p.m. Our Place in Space
You-niverse
Twinkle Tots
Recommended for children ages 0 – 3. Fee: $2 (including infants).
Recommended for families with children of all ages. Fee: $3.
Stellar Stars
Endangered animals explore the cause of day and night, the importance of the Sun, the variety of objects that make up the Universe and more. Approximately 30 minutes. Recommended for children ages 4 – 12. Fee: $3/person.
Recommended for ages 3 – 7. Fee: $3.
Family Adventures in Space Recommended for families with children of all ages. Fee: $3.
Our Place in Space
SkyQuest: IBEX – Search for the Edge of the Solar System Thursday, August 11 at 8:30 p.m.
Learn about NASA’s Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX) and the boundary between our Solar System and the rest of the galaxy. Telescope viewing to follow if the weather allows. This program is approximately 45 minutes. Recommended for pre-teens through adults. Fee: $5.
Tickets for all planetarium shows available at the Information Desk 30 minutes before program begins. Tickets are first-come, first-served and must be purchased more than five minutes prior to show time. For safety reasons, late admittance to planetarium programs is not permitted. No food or drink is permitted.
Visit lensc.org for complete information
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center
Wildlife Rehabilitation • Nature & Science Education • Planetarium 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village, OH 44140 • 440-871-2900 • www.lensc.org Lake Erie Nature & Science Center is an independent nonprofit affiliate of Cleveland Metroparks and receives public support with local tax dollars from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, to preserve and enrich our region’s cultural heritage. 10 Emerald Necklace August 2016
Tees - Two for $30 Save $10 on the purchase of two or more tees.* All of our $20 tees will be two for $30 this month. You pick the colors and styles that work for you. Keep one and give one as a gift, or just keep them both. We’ve got an amazing selection of recreation and fashion tees for all members of the family. *Offer valid when you purchase two participating $20 tees. Offer cannot be combined with any other purchase or promotion. Offer valid 8/1/16 – 8/31/16. While supplies last, see store for additional details. Offer cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.
LOCATIONS/HOURS Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store 1 West Drive Hinckley Township 330-278-2160 Daily: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center Mayfield Village 440-449-0511
Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Sunday: Noon – 4:45p.m.
Rocky River Nature Center North Olmsted 440-734-7576 Mon., Wed. – Saturday:
10 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Tue.: 10 a.m. – 4:30p.m. Sunday: Noon – 4:45 p.m.
Watershed Stewardship Center Parma 440-253-2170
Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday: Noon – 4 p.m.
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CLEVELAND METROPARKS GOLF
Golf Pro Tip Swing Every full golf swing should finish with your body facing the target. You should be rotated all of the way around so that you’re up on the toe of your back foot. As in this picture someone standing behind you should be able to see the entire bottom of your back shoe. This rotation to the finish will increase your distance and straighten your direction. John Fiander PGA Master Professional Sleepy Hollow Golf Course
Join Golf Bonus Rounds Golf Bonus Rounds members receive 9 holes of golf free, good at any Cleveland Metroparks course (up to $24 value); a $5 coupon off any purchase and a 10% discount on all in-stock golf shop merchandise at any Cleveland Metroparks pro shop. The more you play the more you save. For every $100 you spend on green fees at Cleveland Metroparks golf courses, you earn $20 to be used on a future visit green fees. August 1 – 7 earn Bonus Points on all merchandise purchases.
Sleepy Hollow Golf Course 18 holes, par 71 and driving range Brecksville Reservation 9445 Brecksville Road, Brecksville 440-526-4285 Manakiki Golf Course 18 holes, par 72 North Chagrin Reservation 35501 Eddy Road, Willoughby Hills 440-942-2500 Big Met Golf Course 18 holes, par 72 Rocky River Reservation 4811 Valley Parkway, Fairview Park 440-331-1070
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Shawnee Hills Golf Course 18 holes, par 71; 9-hole par 3 course and driving range Bedford Reservation 18753 Egbert Road, Bedford 440-232-7184 Seneca Golf Course 18 holes, par 72 18 holes, par 71 Brecksville Reservation 975 Valley Parkway, Broadview Heights 440-526-0043
A Course For Every Golfer
Little Met Golf Course 9 holes, par 34 Rocky River Reservation 18599 Old Lorain Road, Cleveland 216-941-9672 Mastick Woods Golf Course 9 holes, par 31 Rocky River Reservation 19900 Puritas Road, Cleveland 216-267-5626 Washington Golf Course 9 holes, par 29 and driving range Washington Reservation 3841 Washington Park Boulevard, Village of Newburgh Heights 216-641-1864.
AUGUST PROGRAMS BY LOCATION Off Site
(ECR) Euclid Creek Reservation
(RRR) Rocky River Reservation
6 • 17 • 25 • 25 • 28 •
5 • 8 • 13 • 18 • 19 • 21 • 28 •
6 • 7 • 9 • 12 • 16 • 18 • 26 •
Erie Street Cemetery Tour Minister Creek Backpacking Trip Urban Explorations: Tremont Forest Hills Hike Family Cuyahoga River Kayak Tour
(AR) Acacia Reservation 1 • 14 • 21 • 30 • 31 • 31 •
Acacia for the Young at Heart Birds of Acacia Monarch Walk Rolling Hills in the Morning Nature Walk with a Stroller Handcycling
(BeR) Bedford Reservation 6 • 6 • 6 • 16 • 17 • 19 • 20 •
Emerald Necklace Art Club: Monthly Meeting Ferns in Fruit Woodlands of Bedford: Deerlick Creek Adventure 23 • 30 • Mountain Bike Skills Clinic Wednesday Walk Dogs Days of Summer Creek Walk
(BCR) Big Creek Reservation 14 • 16 • 20 • 21 •
Pond Dipping Drop-By Mid-Month Meandering at Memphis Dog Days of Summer Stroll Critter Collection Party
(BWR) Bradley Woods Reservation 21 • Explore Bradley Woods
(BrR) Brecksville Reservation 9 • 11 • 14 • 15 • 16 • 20 • 27 •
25 • 30 • Yoga and Hike Nurture with Nature Family Creek Exploration Bats: Creatures of the Night Hiking for the Young at Heart Wilderness Skills: Cattail Mat Prairie Drop-In
(BNC) Brecksville Nature Center Open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 9000 Chippewa Creek Drive Brecksville 440-526-1012 7 • Get Out… 13 • Wallin Creek Stomp
(BR) Brookside Reservation 7 • Baseball at Brookside 9 • Critters in the Pond
(CWC) CanalWay Center Open Mon. – Sat. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday Noon – 5 p.m. 4524 E. 49th St. Cuyahoga Hts. 216-206-1000 Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation 1 – 31 • Hunt of the Month:Bats 3 • CanalWay Storytime 5 • Bats Along the Canal 6 • August Plantings 6 • Growing Food Indoors 11 • Nocturnal Critters Campfire 17 • 24 • Cart Tour 19 • Preschool: Bats 19 • 31 • Cart Tour – Southern Route 20 • 27 • Two-Hour Cart Tour 20 • An Introduction to Atlatls 20 • Acoustic Players Circle 21 • Towpath Dog Walk 22 • Evening Cart Tour 27 – 28 • CanalWay Campout 31 • Trail Mix Walk
12 • Euclid Beach LIVE 15 • 22 • 29 • Sprouts: Waves and Wetlands Hike on a Bike Tour The Full Sturgeon Moon Stroll 20 · Emerald Necklace Hikers Birding the Banks of Euclid Creek Birding the Mouth of Euclid Creek
13 • 20 • 27 • Farmers Market Olmsted Historical Society: Antique Engine Show Fly Fishing for Steelhead Under the Hilliard Road Bridge March to the Monument Biohike: Beavers Late Summer Wildflower Walk
(GPR) Garfield Park Reservation
(RRNC) Rocky River Nature Center
2 • Drum Circle 6 • Bike to the Falls 20 • Discovery Table: Meadow Mania
Open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 24000 Valley Parkway • North Olmsted 440-734-6660 1 – 31 • Gallery Wall – Robert Walczak 4 • Little Explorers: Rocky River 4 • Hike n’ Chalk 6 • 13 • Emerald Necklace Hiking Tour 7 • Future Scientists 101 8 • Cuyahoga Astronomical Association 10 • Greater Cleveland Beekeepers Association 11 • August Adventure 12 • Nature Bingo 13 • Nature Detectives 20 • Nature Art Series – Plants in Pastel 20 • Moses Cleaveland Trees 21 • Searching for Snakes 21 • Dragonfly & Damselfly Survey 24 • Nature Baby 27 • Dusk to Dark 27 • Ohio Trail Pioneer Adventure
(HiR) Hinckley Reservation
2 – 3 • Kayak Exploration Camp 3 • Beginner Backpacking Trip 6 • Rock Climbing 1: Intro to Rock Climbing 6 • Rock Climbing 2: Beyond the Basics 7 • Kayaking 1 & 2 : Flat-water Fundamentals 9 • 14 • 16 • Stand Up Paddleboarding 1: Introduction to SUP 10 • 14 • 24 • Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga – Beginner 13 • 14 • 20 • 21 • Voyageur Canoe Paddle 18 • Full Moon Float 19 • Dive-in Movie II – Minions 25 • Stand Up Paddleboarding 2: Supplemental Skills 27 • Early Morning on the Lake 27 • Whipp’s Ledges: Stories in the Stones 28 • Dog Paddle & Pet-a-Palooza
(HuR) Huntington Reservation 3 • Tree ID 101 9 • Discovering Nature: Creek Stomp 24 – 26 • Basic Sailing
(LR) Lakefront Reservation 2 • 2 • 2 • 4 • 4 • 5 • 7 • 7 • 9 • 17 • 17 • 20 • 26 • 27 • 30 •
Summer Cool Down 27 • Rivergate Kayak Tour 16 • Nature Boat Ride 11 • Edgewater LIVE Lake Erie Stand Up Paddleboarding Tour “Try-It” Kayaking & SUPing Lakefront Dog Walk 21 • Visit the Lorenzo Carter Cabin 23 • 30 • Cuyahoga River By Boat Young Explorers Lake Erie Kayak Tour Whiskey Island SUP Race & Festival Dragon Boating Lakefront Hike Urban Bird Survey
(MSRR) Mill Stream Run 21 • Breakfast in the Park 24 • Biohike: Caterpillars
(NCNC) North Chagrin Nature Center Open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 3037 SOM Center Rd. Willoughby Hills 440-473-3370 1 • North Chagrin Nature Photography Club 6 • Dog Hike 6 • Amazing Bats 10 • 24 • Sprouts: Growing Kids and Wonder, Naturally 13 • Drop In and Drop a Line 14 • Drop-In: Monarchs 27 • The Novice Naturalist 27 • Drop-In Children’s Nature Craft 28 • Fall Wildflowers 101
(OECR) Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation 18 • 24 • 25 • 25 •
Full Moon Hike Kayak the Canal After School Archery After Work Archery
(SCR) South Chagrin Reservation 5 – 6 • Up-Close to Nature Campout 6 • Cleveland Natural Science Club 7 • Junior Naturalist: Bug Netting 7 • Look About Lodge Summer Concert 8 • Night at the Springs 12 • A Night of Meteors 12 • Emerald Necklace Folk & Traditional Arts Series 13 • Summer Photo Hike 13 • Bug Hunt 13 • Nature Journaling 13 • Tales Around the Necklace 15 • Nighttime Bug Noises 18 • Hike to the Overlook 20 • Reptiles, Amphibians & Fun! 24 • Snakes at Jackson 26 • Hoodlebugs and Giants Hike and Campfire 27 • Nature Writing 28 • Climb the Creek
(WSC) Watershed Stewardship Center Sunday Noon – 4:30 p.m. • Tuesday– Saturday 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 2277 W. Ridgewood Dr., Parma 440-887-1968 2 – 6 • Biology Camp III: Natural Science Professionals 4 • Rain Barrel Workshop 6 • Spider Safari 7 • Girl Scout: Wonders of Water 13 • Macro Mayhem 14 • Sunday Drop-by: Nature Tangrams 18 • FrogWatch Season Wrap-Up 20 • Stormwater Credit Workshop for Homeowners 21 • Sunday Drop-by: Using Binoculars 25 • Stream Ecology 101 28 • Sunday Drop-by: Seeds
(WCR) West Creek Reservation 3 • 9 • 10 • 12 • 13 • 13 • 19 • 19 • 27 •
17 • 24 • 31 • West Creek Night Hike Pond Dipping Drop-by National S’mores Day Bridging West Creek Wildflowers of West Creek Go Mothing Mammals of West Creek Dip-net Drop-by Backyard Biodiversity Bash
(CMZ) Cleveland Metroparks Zoo 8 • Summer Day Camp 8 • Nature Play Camp 20 • Rising Waters Family Overnight
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1 • Monday Hunt of the Month: Bats
By now the baby bats are leaving mom to hunt for bugs on their own. Look around CanalWay Center for the 20 bats we have hidden. Then visit the canal at dusk to watch the bats eat bugs over the fields and water. Through August 31. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Sat. Noon – 5 p.m. Sunday CWC Gallery Wall: Robert Walczak
Robert Walczak is awed by the natural beauty of Northeast Ohio, especially Cleveland Metroparks. That beauty inspired his landscape photography highlighting the wonders found throughout the parks. Through August 31. 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. RRNC Acacia for the Young at Heart
Slow down and enjoy a leisurely walk with Naturalist Natalie Schroder as we explore all Acacia Reservation holds during this final month of summer. Native meadow wildflowers will be in full bloom soaking up the last bits of summer. All abilities welcome. 10 – 11 a.m. AR Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: paved, some hills, 2 miles 440-473-3370
North Chagrin Nature Photography Club Patagonia: From Valdes Peninsula to Tierra Del Fuego
Join Ami Horowitz as he travels along Patagonia’s Atlantic coast, from the dry steppe to the icecovered mountains. See guanacos, condors and penguins, oh, my! 8 – 9:30 p.m. NCNC.
2 • Tuesday Kayak Exploration Camp
Learn basic paddling strokes and kayak rescues as well as play games and go on a tour in this two-day camp. Through August 3. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Hinckley Lake Boathouse, Hinckley Reservation & Garfield Park Center, Garfield Reservation Ages: 10 – 12 years Fee: $100 (equipment included) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704
Biology Camp III: Natural Science Professionals
Are you interested in becoming a scientist? You’ll travel by bus to shadow an aquatic biologist, a zoo veterinarian, a microbiologist and others across the park during this 5-day camp. Learn what it takes to pursue a natural science career. Through Saturday. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday WSC Ages: 15 – 17 years Fee: $149 Register by phone or online Summer Cool Down
Today is National Ice Cream Sandwich Day. Enjoy an informative nature walk down the Towpath then cool off with a provided ice cream sandwich. 2 – 3:30 p.m. LR Merwin’s Wharf Fee: $15 Register online beginning July 20 216-206-1000
Nature Boat Ride
View Cleveland’s wildlife from a boat. We’ll discuss the plants that inhabit the riverbed and look for a wide variety of waterfowl as we float down the Cuyahoga River. 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR Merwin’s Wharf Fee: $15 Register online beginning July 20 216-206-1000 Rivergate Kayak Tour
Discover downtown from a new perspective as you refine your kayaking skills and gain an appreciation of Cleveland’s historical past during this mini-workout. Paddling experience highly recommended. 6 – 8 p.m. CWC Rivergate Park Terrain: paved, one hill, 1 mile Register by phone or online by July 31
Group Programming For information on group programs, call any Cleveland Metroparks Nature Center.
Outdoor Adventures Outdoor Recreation is yearround. For details about trips, skill classes or other recreational activities, visit clevelandmetroparks.com/or.
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Edgewater LIVE Drum Circle
Olu Mann’s, of HeartBEAT Afrika, brings a high energy experience as he involves you in the tradition of creating a West African Drum Circle. Bring friends, chairs and a drum if you have it. 6:30 – 8 p.m. GPC 216-206-1000.
3 • Wednesday Tree ID 101
Join Naturalist Bev Walborn for an introduction to tree identification where we’ll cover basic tree ID terms and learn some of Huntington Reservation’s trees. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. HuR Wolf Picnic Area Terrain: mostly flat, 0.75 mile 440-734-6660 CanalWay Storytime
We’re taking storytime outdoors. Enjoy the sunshine as you hear stories about summer. 11 – 11:45 a.m. or 6 – 6:45 p.m. CWC Ages: 6 years & under with adult West Creek Night Hike
Enjoy an evening walk to explore the fields, forests and brooks of West Creek Reservation using all of your senses. A spirit for adventure is the only requirement.
Thursdays, August 4 and 11 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Edgewater Beach • Lakefront Reservation Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the sounds of some of Cleveland’s favorite local bands. Grab a bite to eat from a rotating lineup of more than 10 local food trucks each week and take in the spectacular Lake Erie and Cleveland’s skyline views. August 4 • oldboy August 11 • Collage For more information, call 216-635-3200. 6:30 – 8 p.m. WCR Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Terrain: easy, 2.5 miles Beginner Backpacking Trip
Learn about backpacking essentials including backcountry hygiene, cooking and safety. Port-a-john available. Pre-trip meeting: August 3, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. CWC Trip: August 12, 4 p.m. – August 13, Noon Hinckley Reservation Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $65 (includes equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704.
4 • Thursday Little Explorers: Rocky River
Bring your little explorer to learn about the Rocky River and all the animals that depend on its water. We’ll have songs, crafts and a hike to the river. 10 – 11 a.m. or 1 – 2 p.m. RRNC Ages: 3 – 5 years with adult Terrain: mostly flat, gravel, 0.5 mile Register online July 25 – August 1
Hike n’ Chalk
Let’s hit the trails in search of wildlife then return to the nature center to make a chalk drawing of our favorite finds for all to see. 1 – 2:30 p.m. RRNC Ages: 4 years & over with adult Terrain: flat, some stairs, 0.5 mile Rain Barrel Workshop
Learn to harvest rainwater for all your garden needs and to combat stormwater pollution in your community. You’ll construct a rain barrel to take home. 6 – 7:30 p.m. WSC Fee: $60 (includes 55-gallon barrel and all materials) Register online by July 29 cuyahogaswcd.org/ events/2016/08/04/rain-barrelworkshop--parma Lake Erie Stand Up Paddleboarding Tour
Enhance your mind, body and soul during this full body workout as you increase your SUPing skills and discover a new perspective of downtown. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. LR Wendy Park Ages: adult Fee: $35 (includes board & equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704. 15
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5 • Friday “Try-It” Kayaking & SUPing
Discover how fun yet challenging kayaking and stand up paddleboarding can be during these one-hour “Try-It” sessions. 4 – 8:15 p.m. LR Wendy Park Ages: 10 years & over with adult Fee: $5 (includes equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Up-Close to Nature Campout
Celebrate the end of summer by sleeping out in the natural world. Friday we’ll explore the forest at night and enjoy a campfire.
Saturday we’ll have a light breakfast and a brief walk before we pack up our gear. 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. SCR Look About Lodge Ages: 6 years & over with adult Fee: $15 Register online by July 29 440-473-3370 Bats Along the Canal
Join us along the canal as we discover one of Ohio’s nocturnal animals, bats. We’ll watch them dine on bugs as we discuss some of their amazing adaptations. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. 8 – 9 p.m. CWC Terrain: one paved hill, grass, 0.25 mile Register online beginning July 20.
6 • Saturday
Rock Climbing 1: Intro to Rock Climbing
Emerald Necklace Hiking Tour (West)
Climb on natural rock while learning how to belay, proper climbing techniques, knots and climbing lingo. 9 a.m. – Noon HiR Top O’ Ledges Picnic Area Ages: 16 years & over with adult Fee: $45 (includes equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704
Traverse the vast acreage of Cleveland Metroparks with Naturalist Marty Calabrese by bus and boot. Learn new foot trails. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. RRNC Nature Center parking lot Ages: adult Fee: $60 (includes transportation and lunch) Terrain: moderate, long hiking distances Register online
Euclid Beach LIVE Fridays, August 5 and 12 • 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Euclid Beach Park • Euclid Creek Reservation Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the sounds of some of Cleveland’s favorite local bands. Food trucks and live bands make for a fun twist on the traditional picnic in the park – the perfect way to unwind at the end of the week. August 5 • The Williams Project August 12 • 147 Band
Emerald Necklace Art Club: Monthly Meeting
Draw and paint with us. Members of the Emerald Necklace Art Club are invited to bring their favorite medium as we appreciate the signs of the season. Not a member? Sign up at clevelandmetroparks.com/enartclub 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. BeR Ages: adult 440-473-3370 August Plantings
Here, in Zone 5, August is the last opportunity to sow outdoor seeds that can be harvested before the frost returns in October. We’ll learn the basics about a few seeds that you might want to sow right now. 10 – 11 a.m. CWC Spider Safari
We’ll be on the lookout for weavers, jumpers and “wolves.” Join us on a spider safari and discover something new about these important insect eaters. 10 – 11:30 a.m. WSC Terrain: gentle hill, 1.5 miles Dog Hike
Bring your best furry friend to the park for some exercise and socialization. We’ll hike the wooded trails together. All dogs must be leashed. 10 – 11:30 a.m. NCNC Terrain: moderate, some hills, 3 – 3.5 miles
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Horseback riding in South Chagrin Reservation Olmsted Historical Society Farmers Market
Features local farmers, producers, artisans and vendors all who grow and/or produce their own goods. Each growing season represented by different farmers. Activities, cooking demos and speakers. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. RRR Frostville Museum Frostvillefarmersmarket.com Erie Street Cemetery Tour
Join Historical Interpreter Karen Lakus for a guided walk around this fascinating downtown cemetery. See the final resting places of 8,000 people including early settlers, American Indians and many veterans. 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Erie Street Cemetery Fee: $5 Terrain: uneven, grass, pavement, 1 mile Register by phone or online beginning July 20 216-206-1000 Woodlands of Bedford: Deerlick Creek Adventure
Fred Losi will guide an instream exploration of Deerlick Creek. Three beautiful waterfalls will be explored: Fishbowl, Bridal Veil and Quarry Falls. Wettable footwear is necessary for walking in the creek. Noon – 4 p.m. BeR Lost Meadows upper parking area Terrain: water, rugged, hills, strenuous, wet, 4 miles 216-206-1000
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Ferns in Fruit
While flowers soak up the summer sun, ferns thrive in the cool shade of the forest. Though all ferns may be green, they have amazing diversity. Join Naturalist Stefanie Verish for a hike to discover these amazing plants. 1 – 2:30 p.m. BeR Tinker’s Creek Gorge Scenic Overlook parking lot Terrain: moderate, some hills, up to 2 miles 440-473-3370 Bike to the Falls
Enjoy this summer afternoon while biking through the park. We’ll ride to Mill Creek Falls to see Cuyahoga County’s largest waterfall. Helmet required. 1 – 3 p.m. GPR Windy Ridge Picnic Area Terrain: paved, 3 miles Register by phone or online beginning July 20 216-206-1000
Rock Climbing 2: Beyond the Basics
Learn advanced climbing and belaying techniques, bouldering principles and an introduction to concepts of anchor building. 1 – 4 p.m. HiR Top O’ Ledges Picnic Area Ages: 16 years & over with adult Fee: $45 (includes equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Growing Food Indoors
Thinking about how to keep the growing season going? We’ll let you know what species may grow well, how to get started and what it takes to be successful when growing food indoors. 2 – 3 p.m. CWC
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Come meet a live bat and learn what makes these nocturnal mammals so fascinating and beneficial. We’ll take a short hike to our “bat condo” to see how some bats spend their summers with us. 2 – 3 p.m. NCNC Terrain: easy, 0.5 mile Cleveland Natural Science Club Monarch Butterflies
Join us for an evening with a Geauga County Naturalist. The subject will be butterflies. Let’s find out if our efforts to increase their population is having an effect.. 7:30 p.m. SCR Look About Lodge 440-247-4005.
7 • Sunday
Olmsted Historical Society Antique Engine Show and Classic Car Cruise-In
Lagrange Engine Club displays a collection of antique farm engines, big and small. Classic cars, trucks, motor scooters and antique motorcycles are on display. First 40 cars/trucks receive dash plaques. Food and beverage available. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. RRR Frostville Museum olmstedhistoricalsociety.org Junior Naturalist: Bug Netting
What’s hiding in the tall grass? We’ll use nets and jars to catch and release butterflies, grasshoppers and beetles as we learn all about them. 1 – 2:30 p.m. SCR Old Field parking lot Terrain: flat, 1 mile 440-473-3370
Lakefront Dog Walk
Baseball at Brookside
Bring your dog for a guided walk around Edgewater Park. Dogs must be leashed and waste picked up. Walkers without dogs are welcome. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. LR Lower Edgewater Fishing Pier Terrain: pavement, sand, one hill, stairs, moderate, 2 miles 216-206-1000
Let’s gather to learn a bit about the history of one of Cleveland’s oldest baseball fields and play some pick-up baseball. Bring your own glove. 1 – 3 p.m. BR Brookside Valley Event Site Ages: 16 years & under with adult 440-887-1968
Kayaking 1 & 2: Flat-water Fundamentals
Classroom and on-the-water practice introduces basic paddling strokes, equipment, advanced paddling techniques and self-rescue skills. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. HiR Hinckley Lake Boathouse Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $80 (includes boat & equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Visit the Lorenzo Carter Cabin
Visit the little log cabin that has sat on the east bank of the Flats since 1976. Find out the story behind it as well as the early history of Cleveland. The cabin is located at Heritage Park 1 at Center Street and Merwin Avenue. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. LR Lorenzo Carter Cabin 216-206-1000 18 Emerald Necklace August 2016
Get Out…
…and get active. Join Naturalist Kelly McGinnis on the trails. Over the next several months, we’ll add more distance to this hiking series. 2 – 4 p.m. BNC Ages: adult Terrain: hills, moderate, 4.5 miles Girl Scout Program: Wonders of Water
Go on a journey to follow raindrops. Learn about water, then search for life in West Creek. Love water, save water and complete most requirements for WOW badges. 2 – 4 p.m. WSC Ages: Brownies grades 2 – 3 with adult Terrain: uneven, wet, 0.5 mile Register by phone or online by August 4
biologist for a day. We’ll learn about plants and wildlife using several research techniques to explore different habitats. 2:30 – 4 p.m. RRNC Ages: 8 – 11 years with adult Terrain: some stairs, riverside, 1.5 miles Register online July 22 – August 5 Look About Lodge Summer Concert: The Crooked
Bring blankets, chairs and maybe even a picnic dinner to enjoy during the concert on the lawn. 6 – 8 p.m. SCR Look About Lodge 440-473-3370.
8 • Monday Summer Day Camp
A week-long camp with compelling experiences that connect campers with wildlife and inspire personal responsibility for conserving the natural world with fun and educational activities. Before and after camp care available. Through Friday. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. or 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CMZ Ages: 3 – 14 years Fee: $190, zoo members $165; half day $135, zoo member $115 Register online at clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx Nature Play Camp
This week-long, half-day summer camp allows young explorers to discover natural wonders, play outdoors, tour Zoo exhibits, and even get up-close and personal with a few smaller Zoo residents. Through Friday. 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CMZ Ages: 3 – 4 years Fee: $135, zoo member $115 Register online at clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx Sprouts: Waves and Wetlands
Join Natalie the Naturalist to discover our great lake together throughout August as we dig, play and discover nature on the beach. We’ll also walk to the
marsh to see who calls it home. 10 – 11 a.m. ECR Wildwood Shelter parking lot Ages: 3 – 5 years with adult Terrain: paved, 0.75 mile 440-473-3370 Night at the Springs
When the sun goes down the creeks of South Chagrin Reservation teem with incredible nocturnal life. Join Naturalist Andrew Mularo and admire the beautiful creatures of Sulphur Springs. 7 – 9 p.m. SCR Sulfur Springs Picnic Area Terrain: moderate to difficult, 1.5 miles 440-473-3370 Cuyahoga Astronomical Association Cassini Radio Science
Dale Force, NASA scientist, will talk about some of the radio science results from the Cassini mission currently orbiting Saturn. He’ll also explain the Glenn Research Center’s role in developing the radio transmitters used on Cassini. 7:30 – 9 p.m. RRNC.
9 • Tuesday Discovering Nature: Creek Stomp
Join Naturalist Bev Walborn on an outdoor adventure just for preschoolers. We’ll explore and stomp in Porter Creek while discovering the critters that call the creek home. 10 – 10:30 a.m. HuR Wolf Picnic Area Ages: 2 – 6 years with adult Terrain: some hills, uneven, wet trails, 0.5 mile 440-734-6660 Pond Dipping Drop-By
Amazing creatures live in our ponds, so pack up your natural curiosity and let’s explore these critters in their very own wet and wild habitats. Some nets provided. 10 a.m. – Noon WCR Wetlands behind the Watershed Stewardship Center
Future Scientists 101
Bring your future scientist to get a taste of what it is like to be a
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Fishing in Rocky River, Rocky River Reservation Critters in the Pond
Enjoy the weekend with the kids searching for critters in the pond. We’ll use nets and a seine to catch-and-release fish, amphibians, crayfish and insects. Be prepared to get wet. 1 – 2:30 p.m. BR Park along John Nagy Blvd. 440-887-1968 Cuyahoga River by Boat
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak is your guide on a ride going “up the river.” We’ll discuss the Cuyahoga River, bridges, area geography, watersheds, trails and industry. River traffic affects route. 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR Merwin’s Wharf Fee: $15 Register online beginning July 20 216-206-1000 Yoga and Hike
Hike and pause at scenic locations with certified yoga instructor, Kim Scott Sowinski, to reduce chances for injury and strengthen
muscles. Yoga mats provided, but you may bring your own. 6 – 7:30 p.m. BrR Harriet Keeler Memorial Picnic Area Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $15 Register online by August 7 clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704
and ways to read water to find the best fishing locations for steelhead trout. 6 – 9 p.m. RRR Cottonwood Reserved Shelter Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $25 Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704.
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Lessons focus on equipment, basic paddling strokes, and standing on the board. 6 – 8 p.m. HiR Hinckley Lake Boathouse Ages: 10 years & over with adult Fee: $35 adult, $15 youth (ages 10 – 13) (includes board & equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Fly Fishing for Steelhead
Jeff Liskay teaches you about the best rig, casting techniques
Sprouts: Growing Kids and Wonder, Naturally
Join Natalie the Naturalist to learn all about frogs. We’ll use nets to catch tadpoles, as well as read a story and make a craft. Dress for mud and fun. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. NCNC Nature Education Building Ages: 3 – 5 years with adult Terrain: paved, some mud, 0.75 mile Register by phone by August 8 440-473-3370
Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga – Beginner
Learn basic SUP techniques then practice SUP yoga on the water with certified yoga instructor, Ann Graor. Develop strength, balance and flexibility. 6:30 – 8:15 p.m. HiR Hinckley Lake Boathouse Ages: adult Fee: $35 (includes board & equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 National S’mores Day
Enjoy one of the few remaining nights of summer around a fire with stories, songs and s’mores. Bring a water bottle and a comfy camp chair. 7 – 8:30 p.m. WCR Patio behind Watershed Stewardship Center Fee: $2 Register by phone or online by August 7
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Winter’s chill seems a long way away, yet now is the time to begin prepping your hive for fall and winter. Guest speakers Allyson May and Tony Indovina present how to ready your hive for Ohio’s coldest weather. 7 – 9 p.m. RRNC.
11 • Thursday August Adventure
See what we can find in the woodlands that surround the nature center. Kids get a chance to use some scientific tools to investigate the plants and animals that make this area their home. 1 – 2 p.m. RRNC Ages: 6 – 10 years with adult Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile
Voyageur Canoe Paddles Hinckley Lake • Hinckley Reservation
Join Cleveland Metroparks historical interpreters for an hour-long paddle in a big canoe. This living history program gives you a chance to paddle a 34-foot canoe, sing and hear tales from fur trade characters of long ago. Saturday & Sunday, August 13 & 14 • 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, August 20 & 21 • 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. Fee: $5 (5 years & over) Register online For more information, call 440-526-1012. Hinckley Lake Boathouse is located off West Drive in Hinckley Reservation, between Bellus and State Roads in Hinckley Township.
Nocturnal Critters Campfire
Bring your family for a night around the campfire. Learn about the signs and noises of nocturnal animals in the area. Bring a chair or blanket and flashlight. 1:30 – 3 p.m. CWC Terrain: paved, 0.25 mile Nurture with Nature
Bring your family for a monthly program exploring nature through books, games, hikes and other activities. This month we’ll explore a creek. Wear shoes that can get wet. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. BrR Plateau Picnic Area Ages: 3 years & over with adult Register by phone beginning July 22 440-526-1012.
12 • Friday Bridging West Creek
The bridge names in West Creek Reservation tell the story of its history. Join Naturalist Joe Higgins to hike the bridges and learn the tall tales behind their names. 9 a.m. – Noon WCR Lookout Ridge Trailhead, across from Keystone Shelter
Terrain: steep hill, few steps, 5 miles Under the Hilliard Road Bridge
This illustrated history hike examines the story of Hilliard Road Bridge, which looms above some of the first land purchased by Cleveland Metroparks. Delve into the origins, controversy and significance of this beautiful structure. 2 – 3:30 p.m. RRR Rockcliff Springs parking lot Terrain: mostly flat, 1 mile 440-734-6660 Nature Bingo
Bring the kids for a walk in the park and an exciting game of nature bingo. We’ll explore several different habitats while filling our bingo boards from things we see on our walk.
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3 – 4 p.m. RRNC Ages: 4 years & over with adult Terrain: some stairs, 0.5 mile Emerald Necklace Folk & Traditional Arts Series
Join Cleveland Metroparks at Look About Lodge as we celebrate folk and traditional art forms that reflect the historic and cultural life of Northeast Ohio communities. This monthly special speaker series highlights soap making with Felicia Timas. 7 – 8 p.m. SCR Look About Lodge Fee: $3 Register online by August 5 440-473-3370 A Night of Meteors
The Perseid meteor shower is perhaps the most beloved meteor shower of the year for the Northern Hemisphere. Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder with
your lawn chair and binoculars to see this miraculous event. A telescope will be available for viewing. 10 – 11:30 p.m. SCR Shelterhouse Picnic Area 440-473-3370.
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Capture nature’s summer sights with your camera as we hike along the scenic Chagrin River. We’ll stop along the way to see the famous Henry Church Rock and admire a bit of folk art. 9 – 11 a.m. SCR Squaw Rock Picnic Area Terrain: stairs, narrow trail, up to 1.5 miles 440-473-3370
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Big Met Golf Course, Rocky River Reservation Wallin Creek Stomp
Explore Wallin Creek with Naturalist Jenny McClain. We’ll hike a trail to where the creek crosses the road, then make our way up the creek bed back to the nature center. Wear wettable, close-toed shoes. 9 a.m. – Noon BNC Ages: adults, 12 years & over with adult Terrain: difficult, slippery, 3 – 4 miles Register by phone beginning August 1 Hike on a Bike Tour
This interpretive hike on a bike program has short stops that take us through Euclid Beach Park, Lakefront Reservation (Gordon Park) and the Cultural Gardens. Helmets required. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. ECR Wildwood parking lot Ages: 16 years & over Terrain: paved road, 17 miles Register by phone by August 10 440-473-3370 Wildflowers of West Creek
This is prime time to experience West Creek Reservation’s meadow. Native wildflowers have really
taken hold in our meadows and we anticipate plenty of color, beauty and wildlife. 9:30 – 11 a.m. WCR Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Terrain: paved, gentle hill, 1.25 miles Drop In and Drop a Line
Bring your little ones for an opportunity to land a fish out of historic Sunset Pond. Naturalist Jake Kudrna will be out on the back patio with a few cane poles rigged up for children to try their hand at fishing the old-school way. 10 a.m. – Noon NCNC Nature Detectives
Use magnifying glasses to get up-close and personal with the natural world and solve mysteries like what does it eat, where does it live and what’s under that log. Program includes a story in the nature center. 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. RRNC Ages: 5 – 8 years with adult Terrain: flat, some stairs, 0.5 mile Register online July 25 – August 11
Bug Hunt
In August, many insects have reached maturity and can be found in meadows throughout Cleveland Metroparks. Join Naturalist Jeff Riebe to search for grasshoppers, butterflies and other insects. Some nets available and all insects will be released after the program. 1 – 2:30 p.m. SCR Jackson Field parking lot 440-473-3370 Nature Journaling
Experience nature through the seasons. We’ll record our observations in a journal of our own creation. You may want to bring a camera. 1 – 3 p.m. SCR Look About Lodge Ages: adult Annual fee: $20 for supplies Register online by August 10 440-473-3370 Macro Mayhem
Learn about our creeks’ crawly critters with Naturalist Matt Knittel. Start indoors, then explore the stream and real live macroinvertebrates. Bring closedtoed, wettable shoes. Some boots available to borrow.
1 – 3:30 p.m. WSC Ages: 10 years & over Terrain: in stream Tales Around the Necklace
Celebrate with stories. August’s specially designated days include Bad Poetry Day (19th), National Tell A Joke Day (16th), and Aviation Day (19th). August is designated as Water Quality Month and Romance Awareness Month. Which topics will inspire our expert tellers? Come to discover and tell your own tale. 7 – 8:30 p.m. SCR Look About Lodge Ages: 16 years & over 440-473-3370 Go Mothing
Join Naturalist Mark Warman as we attract as many moths as possible using light and different recipes for moth delicacies: a mash of fermented fruit, sugar and beer. 8:30 – 10 p.m. WCR Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Ages: families Terrain: easy, 0.5 mile Emerald Necklace Hiking Tour (East) (see 8/6 for details)
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14 • Sunday Birds of Acacia
Join Naturalist Jake Kudrna to search for birds throughout Acacia Reservation’s ever-changing landscape. Bring binoculars, some available to use. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. AR Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: paved trails, 1 – 2 miles 440-473-3370 Pond Dipping Drop-By
Drop by the pond near the Prehistoric Play Pit to examine life under water. We’ll provide dip nets, field guides and aquariums to observe and identify aquatic animals up-close, then release them unharmed. 10 a.m. – Noon BCR Eastland Road Trailhead 440-887-1968 Sunday Drop-By: Nature Tangrams
Drop by to learn about the science, math and ancient history behind these puzzles. Create your own nature-inspired tangram using different shapes of colored paper. 1 – 3 p.m. WSC Ages: families Family Creek Exploration
There is an amazing variety of life in our creeks. Bring your family to catch (and release) some of these aquatic critters. Be prepared to get wet. 1:30 – 3 p.m. BrR Plateau Picnic Area Ages: 5 years & over with adult Register by phone beginning August 1 440-526-1012
Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga – Beginner (see 8/10 for details)
8 – 9:45 a.m. Stand Up Paddleboarding 1: Introduction to SUP (see 8/9 for details)
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. or 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
15 • Monday Nighttime Bug Noises
Join Naturalist Andrew Mularo on an evening hike and listen to all of the intriguing noises made by the nocturnal insects of South Chagrin Reservation. Nets provided to catch and observe insects. 7 – 9 p.m. SCR Jackson Field parking lot Terrain: flat, 1.5 miles 440-473-3370 Bats: Creatures of the Night
Bats are often misunderstood and feared, however, they are extremely beneficial. Join us to learn more about bats and what is causing a huge decline in their populations. 8 – 9 p.m. BrR Oak Grove Picnic Area 440-526-1012 Sprouts: Waves and Wetlands (see 8/8 for details).
16 • Tuesday Hiking for the Young at Heart
The dog days of summer are here. Join Naturalist Joel Kavaras for this monthly hike. We’ll head to Deer Lick Cave where the air is usually a little bit cooler. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. BrR Plateau Picnic Area Terrain: hills, 3 – 3.5 miles 440-526-1012
Drop-In: Monarchs
March to the Monument
Monarch butterflies are reveled around the world for their miraculous 2,000 mile journey each year. Drop in to learn more about this incredible, small but mighty insect. We may even get to tag and release some. 2 – 3:30 p.m. NCNC 440-473-3370
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield for a hearty hike from the Emerald Necklace Marina to Stinchcomb Memorial. Along the way we’ll listen to the summer song of birds and insects. 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. RRR Emerald Necklace Marina Terrain: mostly flat trails, large hill, 4.5 miles 440-734-6660
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Mid-Month Meandering at Memphis
Join a walk near Big Creek. This lovely little park should be abuzz with activity from insects, birds and fish. 10 – 11:30 a.m. BCR Memphis Picnic Area Terrain: easy, 0.5 mile 440-887-1968 Mountain Bike Skills Clinic (Beginner)
A certified mountain bike coach will advance your skills and riding technique in this fun, skills-based program. Bring your own bike or reserve one at 216-341-1704. 6 – 8 p.m. BeR Egbert Picnic Area Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $15 (includes equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Stand Up Paddleboarding 1: Introduction to SUP (see 8/9 for details) Nature Boat Ride (see 8/2 for details).
17 • Wednesday Young Explorers
Bring your preschooler out for an hour of fun in the sun at the beach. We’ll explore the beach and learn about the sand that covers it. See you at the beach. 10 – 11 a.m. or 1 – 2 p.m. LR Lower Edgewater Shelter Ages: 3 – 5 years with adult Terrain: sand, 0.5 – 1 mile Register by phone or online beginning August 1 216-206-1000 Cart Tour
Take a cart tour north on the trail and focus on the cultural history of our reservation. Refreshments when you return. 10 – 11 a.m. or Noon – 1 p.m. CWC Fee: $5 Register online beginning August 1 Lake Erie Kayak Tour
Paddle sit-on-top kayaks behind the breakwall to experience a new view of downtown Cleveland. 6 – 8:30 p.m. LR Wendy Park
Ages: adult Fee: $35 (includes boat & equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Wednesday Walk
We’ll hike along the upper ridge of Tinker’s Creek then into the forest along the mountain bike trail. We’ll look for wildlife along the trail on this summer evening hike. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. BeR Egbert trailhead parking lot Terrain: natural trail, all purpose trail, 1 mile 216-206-1000 Minister Creek Backpacking Trip
Learn about backcountry travel on this two-night beginner backpacking trip. This field-based class includes short hikes over varied terrain. Pre-trip meeting: August 17, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. CWC Trip dates: August 26, 1 p.m. – August 28, 7 p.m. Allegheny National Forest, Pennsylvania Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $125 (includes equipment and transportation) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 West Creek Night Hike (see 8/3 for details).
18 • Thursday Hike to the Overlook
Some of Cleveland’s most scenic views can be found along our rivers and streams. We’ll travel along Overlook Trail to find one of the Chagrin River’s most prized viewing areas. 10 – 11 a.m. SCR Chagrin Boulevard parking lot Terrain: uneven, shallow stream crossing, 1 mile 440-473-3370 Biohike: Beavers
How can an herbivorous mammal with only 20 teeth re-engineer a landscape in just one night? Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese for exploration at the lagoon and you’ll see the most impressive signs of beaver. 1 – 2 p.m. RRR Lagoon Picnic Area Terrain: muddy, uneven surface, 1 mile 440-734-6660
AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Full Moon Float
Cart Tour – Southern Route
A full moon is the perfect time to enjoy an evening kayaking as you are guided around the lake in search of wildlife. All equipment provided. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. HiR Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store Ages: adult Fee: $10 Register online beginning August 1 440-526-1012
This tour takes you south on the trail. View an aqueduct and cross over roads via pedestrian bridges as we explore the natural and cultural history of this section of our park. 10 – 11 a.m. or Noon – 1 p.m. CWC Fee: $5 Register on line beginning August 1
FrogWatch Season Wrap-Up
Don’t feel comfortable navigating the trails on your own? Join this monthly hike to explore the Emerald Necklace, get some exercise and enjoy each other’s company. We’ll hike along the trails of scenic Euclid Creek Reservation in search of wildlife and summer wildflowers. 10 a.m. – Noon ECR Highland Picnic Area Ages: adult Terrain: some hills, 2 – 3 miles 440-526-1012
Volunteers have surveyed amphibians throughout Cleveland Metroparks. Hear stories from the field, mingle with fellow citizen scientists and leap into the results of this season’s data. 7 – 8:30 p.m. WSC Ages: teen, adult Register by phone or online by August 16 Full Moon Hike
Hike along the towpath under a full moon. We’ll keep a casual pace and stop to observe and discuss nature along the way. 8 – 9 p.m. OECR CanalWay Center parking lot Terrain: paved trail, gravel, 1 mile Register by phone or online beginning July 20 The Full Sturgeon Moon Stroll
This seasonal moon has many names that native tribes and colonial settlers have associated with this month. The Sturgeon Full Moon was common in our Great Lakes region. Moon facts, storytelling and nature phenology will be shared. 9:30 – 10:45 p.m. ECR Euclid Beach Picnic Shelter Terrain: paved, natural path, 1 mile.
19 • Friday Preschool: Bats
Learn where bats live, what they eat, what they look like and why? We’ll sing a bat song, play a bat game and make a paper bat to take home. 10 – 11 a.m. CWC Ages: 2 – 5 years with adult Register online beginning August 1
Emerald Necklace Hikers
Dogs Days of Summer
Come alone or bring your leashed canine companion on a hike in beautiful Bedford Reservation. We’ll enjoy the cover of the forest canopy as we hike the trail to Tinker’s Creek. 11 a.m. – Noon BeR Egbert Picnic Area Terrain: moderate, steep hill, 1.5 miles 216-206-1000
Friday, August 19 • 8 p.m. (movie starts 8:45 p.m.) Ledge Pool & Recreation Area Hinckley Reservation Bring something to sit on and enjoy the movie from a spot on the lawn, or view the movie while relaxing in an inner tube in the heated luxury of Ledge Pool. Inner tubes are available by reservation starting August 8 and are $6 for single tubes and $8 for double tubes. All ages welcome to this great movie, but visitors eight and under must be accompanied by an adult in the pool. No outside floating devices will be permitted in the swimming area. Space in the pool is limited, so be sure to reserve an inner tube. Refreshments will be available through Ledge Rock Café. Ledge Pool & Recreation Area is located at 1151 Ledge Rd., between State and Kellogg roads in Hinckley Reservation in Hinckley Township. For more information and to reserve an inner tube, call 330-239-2911.
Mammals of West Creek
Minks, moles, muskrats and more – West Creek is teeming with mammals galore. Discover our furry friends on this mammal spotting adventure. 1 – 2:30 p.m. WCR Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Ages: families Terrain: paved and unpaved, 1.5 miles Dip-net Drop-By
Naturalist Matt Knittel will treat your family to an evening of discovery by actively learning about the amazing animals that live in our wetlands. Wear shoes that can get muddy. 7 – 8:30 p.m. WCR Wetland behind Watershed Stewardship Center Terrain: muddy.
To register, visit clevelandmetroparks.com
CanalWay Cart Tour:
Dive-In Movie II Minions
20 • Saturday Dog Days of Summer Stroll
Bring your human on a doggone great nature walk along the Lake to Lake trail. Leashed, wellbehaved dogs welcome. Bring water. 8 – 10 a.m. BCR Eastland Road Trailhead Terrain: paved, 5 miles 440-887-1968
Two-Hour Cart Tour
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak is your guide on an extended northern tour of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. We’ll discuss the history of the park, area geography, watersheds, trails, industry and some nature. 10 a.m. – Noon CWC Fee: $10 Register online beginning August 1 23
AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Nature Art Series – Plants in Pastel
Drawing with chalk is not just for kids. Naturalist Beth Whiteley provides you with techniques in using this interesting medium to create colorful images of some of our native plants. No experience necessary. You’ll go home with your own set of pastels. 10 a.m. – Noon RRNC Ages: adults, 12 years & over with adult Fee: $15 Register online August 1 – 13 Stormwater Credit Workshop for Homeowners
Did you know that NEORSD Stormwater fee credits are available to homeowners? Learn about stormwater control measures you can implement at home. Brief presentations and interactive exhibits will be showcased. 10 a.m. – Noon WSC Creek Walk
Enjoy the cool water as we hike a section of Tinker’s Creek. Wear shoes and clothes to get wet as we’ll be in the water exploring the banks in search of salamanders and aquatic animals. 10:30 – 11:30 p.m. BeR Bridal Veil Falls parking lot Terrain: moderate, wet rocks 216-206-1000 Moses Cleaveland Trees
In 1946, 150 trees were identified in Cleveland old enough to have witnessed the city’s founding. Learn about the journey of Moses Cleaveland, who first surveyed this land for settlement in 1796, then take to the trails to identify some of the reservation’s oldest trees. 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. RRNC Terrain: some stairs, 1.5 miles An Introduction to Atlatls
Learn the history of the atlatl, an ancient spear-throwing device that has been used around the world for thousands of years. Try your hand at throwing darts using various styles of atlatls. 1 – 2 p.m. CWC Ages: 8 years & over with adult Fee: $5 Terrain: one hill, 0.5 mile Register online beginning August 1 24 Emerald Necklace August 2016
Acoustic Players Circle
Players, singers and listeners enjoy acoustic music of varied styles in a relaxed, informal, family-friendly setting. Come lead, play along with, sing along with, or just enjoy songs based on a theme that changes every month. This month’s theme: Here’s to the Ladies. 1 – 3 p.m. CWC Wilderness Skills: Cattail Mat
The long, slender leaves of the cattail have traditionally been used to weave mats. Create your own small mat by using the same process. 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. BrR Meadows Picnic Area Ages: adult Register online beginning August 1 440-526-1012 Discovery Table: Meadow Mania
Join a naturalist to explore and discover the amazing animals that call the meadow home. Magnifiers and nets available to help you get a closer look at summer’s secretive insects. 2 – 4 p.m. GPR Old Birch Shelter area 216-206-1000
Reptiles, Amphibians & Fun! August 20 • 4 – 8 p.m. Shelterhouse • South Chagrin Reservation Join us to celebrate three great things: Reptiles, Amphibians and Fun! Animal lovers will enjoy seeing over 50 live animals and learning about them from our naturalists. Kids will enjoy trying out the turtle races or the salamander migration course. There will be chances to be creative, take photographs, hear music and grab a snack. For more information, call 440-473-3370. The Shelterhouse Picnic Area is located off Hawthorne Parkway in South Chagrin Reservation, east of SOM Center Road/Route 91 in Bentleyville.
Rising Waters Family Overnight
Bring your family for a wild overnight experience with an African theme. Sleeping space is at Rising Waters Safari Camp. 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ Fee: $39 Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx 216-635-3391 Emerald Necklace Hikers (see 8/19 for details)
a leisurely hike along the Rocky River. 8 – 10 a.m. MSRR W.J. Green Lodge Terrain: mostly flat, 1 mile Register by phone by August 2 440-526-1012 Towpath Dog Walk
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Bring your dog for a guided walk on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath. Dogs must be leashed and waste picked up. Walkers without dogs are welcome. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. CWC Ages: adult, 16 years & under with adult Terrain: mostly paved, moderate, 2 miles
Breakfast in the Park
Birding the Banks of Euclid Creek
Join us for a hot, delicious breakfast. While volunteer chefs prepare our breakfast, we’ll enjoy
Join Naturalist Jake Kudrna on the banks of Euclid Creek searching for woodpeckers, catbirds and sandpipers. 9:30 – 11 a.m. ECR Highland Picnic Area parking lot
Olmsted Historical Society Farmers Market (see 8/6 for details).
Terrain: natural, uneven surfaces, some hills, 2 miles 440-473-3370 Explore Bradley Woods
Learn about this unique swamp forest habitat and explore high and low in search of wildlife. Tall boots and pants recommended. 10 – 11:30 a.m. BWR Terrain: standing water, mud, 1.8 miles 440-734-6660 Sunday Drop-By: Using Binoculars
Let’s take a closer look at the wildlife of West Creek Reservation using binoculars. Naturalist Patti Donnellan shows you how to use binoculars properly and discusses different types to see what works best for you. 1 – 3 p.m. WSC Ages: families, adult
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Halloween Pennant Monarch Walk
Monarchs have returned and are seen nectaring on many of our summer blooms. They are also growing in numbers. Search the fields and meadows with Naturalist Natalie Schroder in search of eggs and larvae of these magical orange and black flying insects. Dress in pants as we’ll be in high vegetation. 2 – 3 p.m. AR Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: paved, some hills, 2 miles 440-473-3370 Searching for Snakes
We’ll hike in search of snakes in the forest and wetlands, then
return to the nature center to make a fun snake craft to take home. 2 – 3:30 p.m. RRNC Ages: 5 years & over with adult Terrain: flat, some stairs, 0.5 mile Register online August 1 – 19 Dragonfly and Damselfly Survey
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield for a waterside search for remarkably colorful dragonflies and damselflies, some of our chief mosquitohunters. 3 – 4 p.m. RRNC Terrain: mostly flat, 1 mile
Critter Collection Party
Join Naturalist Joe Higgins to collect insects and spiders using a scientific instrument called a “pooter.” It’s as fun as it sounds to collect critters using suction, view them under a microscope to learn about their anatomy and behavior, then return them to nature unharmed. 6:30 – 8 p.m. BCR Beyer’s Pond parking lot Terrain: unpaved, 1 mile 440-887-1968 Visit the Lorenzo Carter Cabin (see 8/7 for details).
22 • Monday Evening Cart Tour
Join our naturalist on an evening cart tour along Ohio & Erie Canal. We’ll look for signs of wildlife that roam in the evening hours. We’ll also discuss the animals both past and present that call the canal home. 6:30 – 8 p.m. CWC Fee: $5 Register online beginning August 1 Sprouts: Waves and Wetlands (see 8/8 for details).
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23 • Tuesday Cuyahoga River By Boat (see 8/9 for details) Mountain Bike Skills Clinic (Intermediate) (see 8/16 for details).
24 • Wednesday Snakes at Jackson
Join Naturalist Jake Kudrna as we meander along the Chagrin River and throughout Jackson Field in search of snakes. We’ll discuss the proper handling of snakes and their important place in the food web. Wear appropriate footwear. 9:30 – 11 a.m. SCR Jackson Field parking lot Terrain: uneven surfaces, 1 – 2 miles 440-473-3370 Nature Baby
The forest is awaiting you so let’s get baby out to explore nature. Grab a baby backpack or just carry your child for a walk in the woods. We’ll read a story and head outside for a hike. Older siblings welcome. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. RRNC Ages: 3 years & under with adult Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile Register online August 1 – 15 Biohike: Caterpillars
From moths to monarchs, join Naturalist Marty Calabrese on a quest for caterpillars. A gentle turn of a leaf may reveal hidden or unexpected creatures. 3 – 4 p.m. MSRR Royalview Picnic Area Terrain: flat, grassy, 0.5 mile 440-734-6660 Basic Sailing
Learn to sail 14-foot sailboats in pairs and solo with classroom and on-water instruction. Be prepared to right a capsized boat. August 24, 4 – 7 p.m. and August 25 & 26, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. HuR Lake Shelter (East Half ) Ages: 16 years & over with adult Fee: $100 (includes textbook,
boats, and safety equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Kayak the Canal
Explore the wildlife of the Canal from the water. We’ll watch for great blue herons, turtles, beavers and more as we paddle to the lock and back to the docks. 5:30 – 8 p.m. OECR CanalWay Center parking lot Ages: adult Fee: $15 (all equipment) Terrain: walk 0.5 mile, one hill, paddle 3 miles Register online beginning August 1 216-206-1000 Cart Tour (see 8/17 for details) Sprouts: Growing Kids and Wonder, Naturally (see 8/10 for details)
1 – 2 p.m. Register by phone by August 22 440-473-3370 Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga – Beginner (see 8/10 for details)
6 – 7:45 p.m. West Creek Night Hike (see 8/3 for details).
25 • Thursday Urban Explorations: Tremont
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak and Volunteer Mollie Alstott invite you to stroll along as we explore some of the historic Tremont area. Meeting place and details sent after registration. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Age: adult, 8 years & over with adult Fee: $5 Terrain: city streets, 1 mile Register by phone or online beginning August 1 216-206-1000
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After School Archery
Bring your child to the valley to discover the fun of archery. Enjoy a new activity surrounded by nature. We’ll have all supplies available. 4 – 5:30 p.m. OECR CanalWay Center parking lot Ages: 9 years & over Fee: $5 Terrain: one hill, 0.5 mile Register online beginning August 1 216-206-1000
Stand Up Paddleboarding 2: Supplemental Skills
Learn advanced paddling strokes, bracing and rescues. Prerequisite: Stand Up Paddleboarding 1: Introduction to SUP 5:30 – 8 p.m. HiR Hinckley Lake Boathouse Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $35 (includes board & equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704
Outdoor Adventures for Homeschoolers 2016-2017 Fourth Thursday, August – May (Second Thursday in November) 10 a.m. – Noon or 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Brecksville, Hinckley, Mill Stream Run, Ohio & Erie Canal and Washington Reservations Jump into some great adventures each month. Two classes run concurrently: 3rd – 5th grade and 6th – 8th grade. Both include a physical recreational activity while discovering nature. Fee on dates indicated. Full year registration begins August 1. August 25 – Kayaking (9:30 – 12:30 a.m. or 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.) September 22 – Archery October 27 – Golf November 10 – Mountain Biking December – No Class January 26 – Cross-Country Skiing or Hiking February 23 – Sledding or Snowshoeing March 23 – Outdoor Games April 27 – Birding May (TBD) – Rock Climbing ($15 fee) Activities may vary depending on the weather. To register, call 440-526-1012.
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Ledge Pool & Recreation Area, Hinckley Reservation After Work Archery
Forest Hills Hike
Have you ever wanted to try archery? Join us in the valley to discover the fun of archery. Enjoy a new activity surrounded by nature. We’ll have all supplies available for you. 6 – 7:30 p.m. OECR CanalWay Center parking lot Ages: adult Fee: $5 Terrain: one hill, 0.5 mile Register online beginning August 1 216-206-1000
Join a naturalist to explore the trails of Forest Hills. We’ll look and listen for creatures that come out at dusk. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Cleveland Heights Community Center 1 Monticello Blvd, main entrance Terrain: paved trails, some hills, 3 miles
Stream Ecology 101
Learn about the biotic and abiotic influences in a stream environment and how those features relate in a complex and dynamic ecosystem. Bring boots and waders, some available for loan. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. WSC Ages: adult Terrain: in-stream, slippery, 0.5 mile
Yoga and Hike (see 8/9 for details) 10 – 11:30 a.m.
26 • Friday Late Summer Wildflower Walk
Stroll around the meadow with Naturalist Beth Whiteley as we look at the variety of wildflowers that bloom during late summer. We’ll also be watching for the pollinators that frequent these
flowers. Wear long pants, may be walking in long grass. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. RRR Lewis Road Riding Ring parking lot 440-734-6660 Dragon Boating
Cleveland Dragon Boat Association members introduce the equipment and basic strokes. 6 – 8 p.m. LR Rivergate Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $15 (includes boat & equipment) Register online by August 23 clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Hoodlebugs and Giants Hike and Campfire
Join a naturalist to hike an area that has inspired many tales. Learn where to find a hoodlebug and about the Bentleyville
Giant. Followed by a campfire with snacks. 7 – 9:30 p.m. SCR Squaw Rock Picnic Area Fee: $4 Terrain: stairs, narrow trail, 2 miles Register online by August 24.
27 • Saturday Early Morning on the Lake
Join Naturalist Pam Taylor to kayak around the edges of the lake in search of wildlife that live on or near the lake. All equipment provided. 8 – 10 a.m. HiR Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store Ages: adult Fee: $10 Register online beginning August 1 440-526-1012
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AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Nature Writing
Join writers Jenny Clark and Linda Tuthill as they prompt us to express our creative side through the wonders of natural history. We’ll take a short, naturalist-led hike outdoors, explore themed writing prompts and enjoy lunch in historic Look About Lodge. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. SCR Look About Lodge Ages: 16 years & over Fee: $25 Terrain: easy, 0.5 mile Register online by August 22 440-473-3370 Prairie Drop-In
Stop by to see what is in bloom. Naturalist Kathy Schmidt will be there to identify plants and the
insect and bird life attracted to the prairie. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. BrR Tallgrass Prairie Ages: adult, families Terrain: flat, 0.5 mile 440-526-1012 Lakefront Hike
Join Naturalist Wendy Weirich to see who’s out and about on the Lakefront on a steamy summer day. 10 – 11:30 a.m. LR Lakefront Office parking lot Terrain: rolling hills, 1.5 miles 216-881-8141 ext. 3005 The Novice Naturalist
The marsh and ponds in and around North Chagrin Nature Center are teaming with drag-
Backyard Biodiversity Bash Saturday, August 27 • Noon – 4 p.m. West Creek Reservation
Enjoy family-friendly activities and learning stations on how to attract native Ohio biodiversity to your backyard – beautifully! For more information, call 440-887-1968. Supported by Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District and West Creek Conservancy.
Dusk to Dark Saturday, August 27 • 7 – 10 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center Rocky River Reservation Join us at dusk celebrating everything nocturnal. We’ll be discovering nature at night by attracting moths at the mothing station, hiking the trail searching for nocturnal animals, viewing the night sky through telescopes with the members of the Cuyahoga Astronomical Association, sitting around the campfire eating s’mores, dressing up as a bat to practice flying, creating glow in the dark crafts and experiencing owl adaptations with live owls from North Chagrin Nature Center. For more information, call 440-734-6660. Rocky River Nature Center is located at 24000 Valley Parkway in Rocky River Reservation, north of Cedar Point Road in North Olmsted. 28 Emerald Necklace August 2016
onflies and damselflies this time of year. Join Naturalist Foster Brown to take a close look at these amazing insects and distinguish the uniqueness of several species. 10 – 11:30 a.m. NCNC Nature Education Building Ages: families Ohio Trail Pioneer Adventure
Face the decisions and challenges of a pioneer family moving to the Western Reserve and compete for your survival. Hike includes hands-on activities, games and team-building while exploring the environment of Ohio’s pioneers. 1 – 3 p.m. RRNC Ages: 8 years & over with adult Terrain: some stairs, 1.5 miles Register online August 3 – 23 Drop-In Children’s Nature Craft
What child doesn’t like to do a nature craft? Naturalist Foster Brown and friendly volunteer assistants will help you start on your own unique creation. Adults welcome. 2 – 3:30 p.m. NCNC Whipp’s Ledges: Stories in the Stones
Rock walls, fossils, etchings carved into stone and Robert Whipp. All these have a fascinating story to tell. Join Naturalist Kathy Schmidt to hike back into the history of this interesting area. 3 – 5 p.m. HiR Whipp’s Ledges Picnic Area Ages: adult, older children Terrain: difficult, hilly, 1.5 miles 440-526-1012 CanalWay Campout
Bring your family to Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation for an evening under the stars. On Saturday we’ll go on night hike, watch for bats over the canal, and have a campfire too. Sunday we’ll have a light breakfast, pack up and go on a short hike. 7 p.m. – 11 a.m. CWC Ages: 5 years & over with adult Fee: $30 per family Registration online beginning August 1
Two-Hour Cart Tour (see 8/20 for details) Rivergate Kayak Tour (see 8/2 for details)
10 a.m. – Noon or 1 – 3 p.m. Olmsted Historical Society Farmers Market (see 8/6 for details).
28 • Sunday Birding the Mouth of Euclid Creek
Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder at the mouth of Euclid Creek in search of waterfowl, kingfishers and cliff swallows. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. ECR Wildwood entrance parking lot Terrain: paved, natural uneven surface, up to 2 miles 440-473-3370 Family Cuyahoga River Kayak Tour
Explore the beauty of the Upper Cuyahoga River while learning essential kayaking skills. 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. or 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Upper Cuyahoga River, Eldon Russell Park Ages: 10 years & over with adult Fee: $40 adults, $20 youth (ages 10 – 13) (includes boat & equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 Fall Wildflowers 101
Our wetlands and meadows erupt with color this time of year. Join Naturalist Selby Majewski to learn about our special fall blooms and how to identify them. This program will be both indoors and outdoors as we visit the flowers around the building. 1 – 2:30 p.m. NCNC Terrain: paved trails, 1 mile Sunday Drop-By: Seeds
Did you ever wonder how certain plants show up where they do? Let’s take a closer look at some of the fascinating ways plants disperse their seeds. 1 – 3 p.m. WSC
To register, visit clevelandmetroparks.com
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Dog Paddle & Pet-a-Palooza Sunday, August 28 • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ledge Pool & Recreation Area Hinckley Reservation • Hinckley Township
Climb the Creek
Take this late summer chance to get your feet wet and climb Sulphur Springs Creek waterfalls with a naturalist. Wear sturdy wettable shoes. 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. SCR Sulphur Springs Picnic Area Ages: 8 years & older Terrain: wet, slippery, hills, 2 miles 440-473-3370.
There’ll be hundreds of dogs at Cleveland Metroparks Ledge Pool for the annual Dog Paddle & Pet-a-Palooza event.
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Bring your non-aggressive dogs to swim at Ledge Pool. A mini dog fair will also be held on the grounds with exhibitors and vendors to purchase items to pamper the pooches.
Sprouts: Waves and Wetlands (see 8/8 for details).
Celebrate the dog days of summer at the Dog Paddle & Peta-Palooza.
30 • Tuesday
For more information, call 330-239-2911.
Rolling Hills in the Morning
Enjoy a walk as we look for what has changed recently in this constantly evolving park. We’ll also keep our eyes open for the butterflies and blooms of late summer. 9:30 – 11 a.m. AR Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: paved, some hills, 3 miles 440-473-3370 Urban Bird Survey
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield for a survey of nesting and migrant birds at Wendy Park. Surprises await at this remarkable park on the outskirts of downtown Cleveland. 9:30 – 11 a.m. LR Wendy Park Terrain: mostly flat, 1 mile 440-734-6660 Cuyahoga River By Boat (see 8/9 for details) Lake Erie Stand Up Paddleboarding Tour (see 8/4 for details)
6 – 8 p.m. Mountain Bike Skills Clinic (Youth) (see 8/16 for details)
31 • Wednesday Nature Walk with a Stroller
Enjoy a morning with Naturalist Carly Martin to enjoy the nature that surrounds us as we take a casual walk through this fascinating, changing landscape. Bring a stroller with rider if you like. 10 – 11:15 a.m. AR Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: paved trail, rolling hills, 2.5 miles 440-473-3370 Trail Mix Walk
Today is National Trail Mix Day. Join us as we make our own healthy snack before hitting the trail with Naturalist Angelec Hillsman. 5:30 – 7 p.m. CWC Ages: families Fee: $2 Terrain: moderate, paved, 1.5 miles Register by phone or online August 1 – 27 caption Handcycling
Use your upper body strength to pedal a bike. Upright and recumbent handcycles available. Caregivers encouraged to walk or bike alongside riders, but must provide a bike. Helmets required. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. AR Ages: 14 years & over with adult Fee: $20 (includes equipment) Register online clevelandmetroparks.com/or 216-341-1704 CanalWay Cart Tour: Southern Route (see 8/19 for details) West Creek Night Hike (see 8/3 for details).
Cleveland Metroparks is proud to serve the following products.
Ages: 10 – 15 years
Ledge Pool & Recreation Area is located at 1151 Ledge Road in Hinckley Reservation, between State and Kellogg roads, in Hinckley Towwnship.
Yoga and Hike (See 8/9 for details).
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A LOOK AHEAD
A Look Ahead
Ledges to Lake Adventure Race Great Lake Erie Boat Float
Steelhead Expo
September 10 • 9:30 a.m. – Noon Edgewater Beach • Lakefront Reservation
Saturday, September 24 • 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center Rocky River Reservation
Help raise awareness about the impact of plastics in our lake and on its beaches. Float your boat made out of post-consumer recyclable materials. Spectators welcome. lakeerieboatfloat.org
Ledges to Lake Adventure Race September 17 • Registration: 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. Race start: 9 a.m. Spillway Picnic Area • Hinckley Reservation Start with a 3.3-mile run, then paddle 1.5 laps around Hinckley Lake in your kayak, and finish with a 9-mile bike ride. Reserve a kayak for $10 at 216-341-1704. Helmets required. 10 years & over with adult. Fee: Individual – $55, Team – $80, Relay – $100 (t-shirt while supplies last). After August 31: Individual – $75, Team – $100, Relay – $120. Register online by September 13. Day of registration available. 30 Emerald Necklace August 2016
Join fellow anglers for a day focused on this incredible sport fish. Learn to read the river and new fly casting techniques, check out the latest gear and other secrets of the sport. Visit exhibitors, vendors, fly-tiers, and enjoy demonstrations. Sponsored by Ohio Central Basin Steelheaders. For more information, call 440-734-6660.
FallFest: 18th Century Festival Sunday, September 25 • 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Meadows Picnic Area · Brecksville Reservation Celebrate years-gone-by. Enjoy a variety of old-time, pioneer life skills, such as candle dipping. Plus, see an American Revolution encampment with formation drills and other demonstrations by the Brigade of the American Revolution. For more information, call 440-526-1012.
CLEVELAND METROPARKS DIRECTORY Administrative Offices
216-635-3200/general Cleveland Metroparks information 24-hours a day. 4101 Fulton Parkway Cleveland 44144 clevelandmetroparks.com 24-hour Job Hotline 216-635-3211 Permits/Picnic Area Reservations 216-635-3304 Volunteer Services 440-253-2145 clevelandmetroparks.com/ volunteer
Ranger Headquarters 4600 Valley Parkway Fairview Park 44126 440-331-5530 Accidents or Emergencies 440-333-4911
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo & The RainForest
216-661-6500/24-hour information. 3900 Wildlife Way Cleveland 44109 clemetzoo.com Office of the Zoo Executive Director 216-635-3331 Education Programs/ Volunteers 216-635-3391 Travel Programs 216-661-6500 ext 4356 School Group Reservations 216-635-3391 Groups/Parties/Private Events/ Facility Rentals 216-635-3304 Cleveland Zoological Society 216-661-6500, ext. 4421
Outdoor Experiences
Outdoor Experiences Administration 216-881-8141 ext. 3005 Outdoor Recreation Programming 216-341-1704 EcoExplorers 216-206-1000 Look About Lodge South Chagrin Reservation 37374 Miles Rd. Bentleyville 44022 440-473-3370 NatureTracks Education Unit 216-341-1707 Voyageur Canoe Paddle Hinckley Lake 440-526-1012 Youth Outdoors 216-206-1010
Golf
Golf Services – general info 440-232-7247 Big Met Golf Course Rocky River Reservation 4811 Valley Parkway Fairview Park 44126 440-331-1070 Food Service/Catering: Big Met Grille 440-333-5575 Little Met Golf Course Rocky River Reservation 18599 Old Lorain Road Cleveland 44111 216-941-9672 Manakiki Golf Course North Chagrin Reservation 35501 Eddy Road Willoughby Hills 44094 440-942-2500 Food Service/Catering: Dino’s 216-342-4767 Mastick Woods Golf Course Rocky River Reservation 19900 Puritas Road Cleveland 44135 216-267-5626 Seneca Golf Course Brecksville Reservation 975 Valley Parkway Broadview Heights 44147 440-526-0043 Food Service/Catering: Back 9 Grille 440-546-1555 Shawnee Hills Golf Course Bedford Reservation 18753 Egbert Road Bedford 44146 440-232-7184 Food Service/Catering: Double Bogey Grille 440-786-7587 Sleepy Hollow Golf Course Brecksville Reservation 9445 Brecksville Road Brecksville 44141 440-526-4285 Food Service/Catering: 440-546-1555 Washington Golf Course Washington Reservation 3841 Washington Park Blvd. Newburgh Heights 44105 216-641-1864
Retail Nature Shops Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store Hinckley 330-278-2160 North Chagrin Nature Center Mayfield Village 440-449-0511 Rocky River Nature Center North Olmsted 440-734-7576 Watershed Stewardship Center Parma 440-253-2170
Restaurants
Merwin’s Wharf 1785 Merwin Ave Cleveland 216-664-5696 e55 on the lake 5555 N. Marginal Road Cleveland 216-431-3349
Education Centers Brecksville Nature Center Brecksville Reservation 9000 Chippewa Creek Drive Brecksville 44141 440-526-1012 CanalWay Center Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation 4524 E. 49th Street Cuyahoga Heights 44125 216-206-1000 North Chagrin Nature Center North Chagrin Reservation 3037 SOM Center Road Willloughby Hills 44094 440-473-3370 Rocky River Nature Center Rocky River Reservation 24000 Valley Parkway North Olmsted 44070 440-734-6660 Watershed Stewardship Center at West Creek West Creek Reservation 2277 W. Ridgewood Drive Parma 44134 440-887-1968
Outdoor Recreation Chalet/Tobogganing Mill Stream Run Reservation Strongsville 440-572-9990 Programs 216-341-1704
Swimming
440-331-8111 Edgewater Park Lakefront Reservation Cleveland eats & treats Hinckley Lake Hinckley Reservation Hinckley Township Huntington Beach Huntington Reservation Bay Village The Hut Ledge Pool & Recreation Area Hinckley Reservation Hinckley Township Ledge Rock Café Wallace Lake Mill Stream Run Reservation Berea Quarry Rock Café
Boating E. 55th Street Marina Lakefront Reservation 5555 N. Marginal Road Cleveland 44114 216-431-3280 Food Service/Catering: e.55 on the lake 216-431-3349
Emerald Necklace Marina Rocky River Reservation 1500 Scenic Park Drive Lakewood 44107 216-226-3030 Food Service/Catering: Emerald Necklace Marina Grille 216-228-2233 Kayak Rentals 41° North Coastal Kayak Adventures Rocky River Reservation 1-866-529-2541 Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store Hinckley Reservation West Drive, Hinckley Lake Hinckley Township 330-278-2160 Wallace Lake Mill Stream Run Reservation Valley Parkway, south of Bagley Road, Berea Quarry Rock Café 440-826-1682
Cleveland Metroparks Affiliates, Clubs and Concessionaires
Acacia Facility Acacia Reservation 26899 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst Food Service/Catering: Dino’s 216-342-4767 Achievement Centers for Children Camp Cheerful 440-238-6200 Mill Stream Run Reservation BAYarts Huntington Reservation 440-871-6543 bayarts.net Vento 440-835-4530 Brecksville Historical Society Brecksville Reservation 440-526-7165 Brecksville Stables Brecksville Reservation 440-526-6767 brecksvillestables.com Brooklyn Exchange Cabin Hinckley Reservation 330-577-8882 exchangecabin@gmail.com Cleveland Natural Science Club 440-247-4005 or 440-247-0151 clevelandnaturalscienceclub.org Crooked River Archers 216-600-8028 Olmsted Historical Society Rocky River Reservation 440-779-0280 olmstedhistoricalsociety.org Rocky River Stables Rocky River Reservation 216-267-2525 valleyriding.org Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Bay Village 440-471-8357
Affiliates are supported, but not operationally-funded, by Cleveland Metroparks. These outstanding non-profit organizations depend on class fees, special events, benefactor initiatives, and your financial support to operate. Your contributions and volunteer service are encouraged.
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PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Cleveland, Ohio Permit No. 2911
4101 Fulton Parkway Cleveland, Ohio 44144-1923 DATED MATERIAL DO NOT DELAY
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3rd Annual Whiskey Island Stand Up Paddleboard Race & Festival Saturday, August 20 Wendy Park, Lakefront Reservation Grab your board for the 6-mile elite race (3 laps), 2-mile challenge (1 lap), or a short kids’ course. Stand up paddleboards can be reserved for $10/board at 216-341-1704 (Outdoor Recreation) or 216-272-1504 (Nalu). Stand Up Paddleboard Festival follows with try-its, demos, fun races, music, and door prizes. Hosted by Cleveland Metroparks and Nalu Standup Paddle & Surf. Ages: 10 years & over with participating adult. Registration: 7:30 – 8:15 a.m. Races Start: 8:30 a.m. Fee: $40 adults, $15 youth (ages 10 – 14) (includes lunch and t-shirt while supplies last). After July 31: $45 adults, $20 youth. Online registration ends August 16. Day of registration available. For more information, call 216-341-1704.