November ‘15 Vol. 64 #11
Emerald Necklace
Featuring Cleveland Metroparks program and event guide
Looking Forward To Winter Fun Gift of Nature 8 • Outdoor Recreation 14 • Tobogganing 32
Contents Features 3 What Do You Do In Winter? 5 Winter Fishing in Cleveland Metroparks
Note from the Editor: The cold weather we have been anticipating is on its way, but no need to hibernate. Winter is the perfect time to explore your Cleveland Metroparks. In this issue you’ll find there’s plenty of outside fun to be had this winter. Now is the time to create your own winter activity to-do-list and Come Out and Play in winter’s wonderland.
Columns 2 Inside the Emerald Necklace 4 Naturalist’s Almanac In Addition 6 8 11 12 14 19 20 30 31 32
Come Out and Play The Gift of Nature Cleveland Metroparks Golf Zoo News Outdoor Recreation Programs by Date Programs by Location A Look Ahead Directory Tobogganing
Cover photo: Snowshoeing in North Chagrin Reservation Photo by Brian Fyfe
All photos by Kyle Lanzer or Cleveland Metroparks photo archive unless otherwise noted.
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To Plow or Not to Plow
Living in Cleveland, we have grown accustomed to the unpredictable winter season. Mother Nature can definitely be feisty at times. So every year, Cleveland Metroparks reviews the snow plow policy and looks for ways to improve. Cleveland Metroparks sets priorities by plowing roadways first, followed by nature center parking lots, all other parking lots then the All Purpose Trails (APT). Cleveland Metroparks also clears the walkways to all facilities, hiking trails and special use areas. Many pieces of equipment are used: trucks with plows and salt spreaders, tractors with plows and snow blower attachments, loader backhoes, skid steers, hand snow blowers and shovels. Methods of ice control range from rock salt, calcium chloride, ice melt and liquid deicers. Considering the increasing cost of rock salt and it’s negative effect on the environment, Cleveland Metroparks has investigated different approaches to clearing snow while still keeping public safety a priority. Discussions of best practices establish the policies and standards that determine the amount of rock salt to be administered. All salt spreaders are calibrated to ensure the amount of salt will keep the roadways safe while minimizing impact on the environment. Policies and standards also apply to where and how much salt will be applied. For instance, intersections, hills, curves and bridges are treated differently than a straight away. If roadways become hazardous due to freezing rain or constant snow fall with an accumulation of 2” or more, Cleveland Metroparks Operations Department will close the roadway until weather allows for clear passage. Another Cleveland Metroparks conservation policy restricts salt from being applied in parking lots and on the APT unless the conditions become hazardous and public safety is at risk. Further, not all reservations are treated equally. In other words, not plowed 24 hours a day. Most parks are maintained from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. with the exception of seven reservations; Big Creek, Brecksville, Garfield Park, Mill Stream Run, North Chagrin, Rocky River and South Chagrin Reservations. These reservations must maintain 24/7 access due to parkway residents or the parkway is considered a major commuter route. Finally, West Creek Reservation is a unique conservation effort as it is a prototype for watershed stewardship techniques. Typically, no salt is used on the roads. Calcium chloride is applied at stop signs and on walkways at the shelters, restroom and pathways in and around the Watershed Stewardship Center. As we have experienced over the last couple of years, Cleveland winters can be arctic. With blistering cold and record setting snow accumulation, the staff has contributed many hours to maintaining a safe route for the community. Here’s hoping Mother Nature is good to us this winter and gives us a break.
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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Jeremy Peppeard, Park Manager, Hinckley Reservation
FEATURE
What Do You Do In Winter?
Cross-country skiing in Rocky River Reservation
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s a full-time employee for Cleveland Metroparks working with outdoor recreation, I am often asked, after they tell me I have a really cool job, “What do you do in winter?” As an avid outdoorsman, I sometimes just chuckle, as my outdoor activities change as often as the seasons, but then I let them know we continue to offer programs throughout the winter. We just shift gears. Kayaks and stand up paddleboards get cleaned, repaired and put away. Paddling clothing, shorts and sandals make their way into the summer bin to be stored for the winter, but out come the hats, gloves and winter boots. Snowshoes and cross-country skis get prepped, and we continue to offer some auxiliary classroom programs to keep people learning new skills. I continue to tell them that while the cold weather and snowfall dictate most of programming in the winter, we still offer kayaking classes. We just transition to smaller class sizes and take advantage of indoor pools to master
skills in Kayak 1 classes, which really gets people excited. Who doesn’t like kayaking in a pool watching snow fall? In addition to the indoor Kayak 1 classes, we continue to teach land navigation using map and compass, bicycle maintenance, camp cooking, and other classroom based programs, although we do head outside for some of those classes. While we continue our program offerings in those areas, we really try to take advantage of the cold and snow Cleveland has to offer. Cross-country ski classes and snowshoe programs are a joy to teach. We meet inside for a quick introduction, then we are outside learning new skills and enjoying the snow-covered trees and tranquility of winter before heading back in for hot drinks, sometimes the best part of winter activities. In addition to the regularly scheduled, advertised programs we offer in the Emerald Necklace and online, we also offer impromptu programs if weather conditions and staff schedules align. To
take advantage of these programs, all you have to do is add your name to our email list, and we send out additional programs when snow conditions are appropriate. Last year we took advantage of this by adding multiple snowshoeing and crosscountry skiing programs. While some say winter is too long, we know the snow won’t be here forever. We try to enjoy the resource while we can because soon enough we will be making those gear changes in our office and in our homes, and we’ll be back to backpacking, biking and enjoying all the warm-weather activities Cleveland Metroparks has to offer. While most TV stations and weather folks are talking about bad winters and say things like, “conditions are brutal out there,” just know there are plenty of people out there having a great time wishing you would join them. Dan Sahli, Outdoor Recreation Specialist 3
NATURALIST’S ALMANAC
November November is a month when wildlife is in prime condition after feasting on summer and early autumn’s bounty. Bucks support polished racks of antlers and a muscular build in preparation of the rut. Waterfowl have new clean and fresh plumage that may attract a suitable mate for the spring nesting season. Photographers also try their best to capture that perfect image of these birds in their prime before they move south for the winter. Fox, coyotes, beaver, mink and other local mammals have spectacular fur coats that help protect them from the cold, wind and snow of winter. Birds
Mammals
This month is prime time to seek bird species as cold north winds strip the landscape of the last brilliantly-colored fall leaves. For birders, this is hightime for rarities on the lakefront as strong cold fronts can create awe-inspiring, major movements of waterfowl, gulls, grebes and loons on the shores of Lake Erie. Intrepid birders willing to visit Huntington or Lakefront Tufted titmouse Reservations can be dazzled by daily movements of thousands to nearly half-a-million red-breasted mergansers joined by throngs of lesser scaup, common loons, and horned grebes. Lake watching offers the chance to see rare jaegers, waterfowl, and passerines blown in by strong winds. Woodlands have now quieted and roving bands of chickadees, titmice, and brown creepers are joined by red-breasted nuthatches. Rare northern finches, such as white-winged crossbill or evening grosbeak, may visit your feeders or join building flocks of common finches at birch, hemlock, and spruce stands.
November belongs to the white-tailed deer. Bucks are in prime shape for the rut where they continuously search for females in which to pass on their genes to another generation. Often, oblivious to their surroundings, they may go days without eating as only females are on their mind. It is a time to be aware of deer crossing roads and highways as deer-car collisions peak this month.
Red-breasted merganser photo by Ben Schelling 4 Emerald Necklace November 2015
Insects Depending on daily temperatures and weather conditions you may catch a glimpse of a very late appearance of butterflies, moths, dragonflies and damselflies. The previousYellow-legged Meadowhawk ly-named “autumn meadphoto by David Cappaert, Michigan State University, Bugwood.org owhawk,” now known as the yellow-legged meadowhawk, is a small, ruby-red dragonfly of open fields and woodland edges. This dragonfly is capable of withstanding cold temperatures and feeds on tiny gnats, flies and other minute insects that fly during daylight hours that exceed 35 degrees. Locally there are records of yellow-legged meadowhawks actively foraging on “warmer” days through the end of November, December and into January!
FEATURE
Winter Fishing in Cleveland Metroparks
A steelhead trout caught in Rocky River
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hen you hear the phrase “winter fishing,” you likely immediately conjure up an image of somebody ice fishing. Ice fishing is indeed a popular and fun winter pursuit, but Cleveland Metroparks offers opportunities for open water fishing from December through mid-March, too. A highlight cold season opportunity, especially during mild winter periods, is steelhead trout fishing on the Rocky and Chagrin rivers. These big trout start migrating up area streams from Lake Erie in fall and spawn in early spring, with many of them overwintering in deeper stretches of the river. Moving water freezes more slowly than still waters, so when area ponds have a crust of ice, the streams often remain at least partially open.
The Lake Erie shoreline at E55th can also remain largely ice free into early-mid winter for anglers interested in pursuing steelhead trout during the day and walleye after dark. During mild winters sections of other waters, such as Wallace Lake, can also remain partly ice free offering folks an opportunity to chase trout stocked throughout winter, as well as panfish. The latest fishing tips and information are updated every Thursday throughout the winter on Cleveland Metroparks website. So plan to dress warm in layers, get the fishing gear in order, and avoid cabin fever – COME OUT AND PLAY on the water this winter! Mike Durkalec Aquatic Biologist
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COME OUT AND PLAY
Exploration. Adventure. Fun. Adventure Club for Kids
Sledding
Would you like to go behind-the-scenes at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, or become an exclusive chef for an afternoon at a popular Cleveland restaurant? These experiences and more are all part of the Cleveland Metroparks Adventure Club for kids 12 and younger. The hands-on program builds a lasting relationship between children and the outdoors, while offering a completely customized member experience through programming throughout the region. A combination of nature, education and fun, including hikes, exclusive parties and tours, along with first access to activities offered throughout the Park District. You choose your own adventure level and customize your child’s experience. To continue the momentum and excitement, kids will be issued a yearly Adventure Club Passport to earn stickers for future discounts on membership renewal, or other outdoor adventures. Adventure Club offers two membership levels: • The PREMIUM level is $30 a year and provides children more than $400 of access and benefits including exclusive experiences around the Park District such as meeting Zoo animal keepers, VIP gatherings at special events, pontoon floats and cross-country skiing. • The BASIC level (free) gives children and parents access to more than 25 Adventure Club programs a month. Go ahead, start your adventure today! Sign up at clevelandmetroparks.com/adventure 6 Emerald Necklace November 2015
Cleveland Metroparks has a number of hills for sledding enthusiasts to enjoy. Memphis Picnic Area • Big Creek Reservation Sleepy Hollow Golf Course Fairways • Brecksville Reservation Kelley Picnic Area • Euclid Creek Reservation Sledding Hill off State Road • Hinckley Reservation Pawpaw Picnic Area • Mill Stream Run Reservation Old River Farm Picnic Area • North Chagrin Reservation (night lighting) Sledding Hill north of Barrett Road • Rocky River Reservation Big Met, Little Met and Mastick Woods golf course fairways • Rocky River Reservation Sledding Hill at corner of Sulphur Springs Drive and Chagrin River Road • South Chagrin Reservation Sledding Hill off Hawthorne Parkway, south of Solon Road • South Chagrin Reservation Please use the sledding hills with caution and with proper equipment and only when proper weather/snow conditions exist.
COME OUT AND PLAY
Winter in Cleveland Metroparks
What To Wear
Snowshoeing & Cross-Country Skiing
Not long ago you probably had shorts, a t-shirt and flipflops on while enjoying the water of Lake Erie, but now you are dreading the next few months and only think you have holidays to look forward to.
Outdoor enthusiasts, don’t let a little cold weather stop you from enjoying Cleveland Metroparks this winter.
If that is the case and you think winter isn’t your thing, maybe take some time and invest in some good outdoor clothing. Having the right clothes makes all the difference when you are outside. No one would enjoy cross-country skiing if their fingers were frozen, and you wouldn’t enjoy the beach in boots, jeans and a hooded sweatshirt. As you prepare to go outside, think layers, so you can enjoy winter. Having multiple layers of non-cotton clothing allows you to adjust your body temperature based on the fitness level of your chosen winter activity. You want to limit sweating because then you’ll get cold, so start with a wicking layer, like that 5k shirt you got and you never wear. Then add a warmth layer, the fleece or sweater you save for winter activities. After those layers, add the weather layer to protect you from snow and wind. These three W’s – wicking, warmth, and weather – when worn together, will have you out enjoying winter in no time. Come out and play, and save the jeans and hooded sweatshirt for after you get back inside.
Snowshoeing is permitted on hiking, bridle and all purpose trails (that have not been plowed), as well as the fairways and rough areas of Sleepy Hollow, Big Met, Little Met, Shawnee Hills, Seneca and Mastick Woods golf courses with a four-inch base. Snowshoe rental: $8/first hour, $3/extra hour Junior 12 & under $5/first hour, $2/extra hour Big Met Golf Course • Rocky River Reservation 440-331-1070 As you walk through the parks take a moment to stomp the snow off your snowshoes, pick a bench or log and stop for a minute. Smell the crisp air. Listen to the silence. This is what winter is all about. Want to try cross-country skiing? Cross-country skiiers are permitted on the fairways and rough areas at Little Met, Mastick Woods, Shawnee Hills and Sleepy Hollow golf courses with a four-inch base. Big Met and Seneca golf courses have groomed trails and Big Met has ski rental. Cross-county skiiers can also use the hiking, snowshoeing and bridle trails, but skiiers should use caution and must yield to hikers and horses. Call 216-635-3270 for conditions.
Visit a Cleveland Metroparks Nature Shop for a great selection of seasonal favorites to layer. Dan Sahli, Outdoor Recreation Specialist
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the GIFT OF NATURE Cleveland Metroparks was created 98 years ago to preserve the natural landscape of Greater Cleveland. The Emerald Necklace Endowment Fund was established within The Cleveland Foundation for people who are passionate about ensuring the future of the Park District for generations to come. Gifts to the Legacy Fund and other special programs help to create a welcome and healthy environment for wildlife and further the mission of Cleveland Metroparks. Cleveland Metroparks gratefully acknowledges the following members of the Emerald Necklace Fellowship who have included Cleveland Metroparks in their estate plans: Anonymous (17 donors) Suzanne E. Aldrich Peter and Barbara Avrea Fund – in memory of Walter C. and Shirley M. Avrea Jay Beswick* Nancy and Joseph Bozicevich* Sheila Brown Kara Browning Warwick A. Buer* - in memory of my beloved wife, Marguerite A. Buer Helen E. and Robert L. Burns* Michael and Susan Clark Mina Davis* Michael and Marcia Dolyk Jeanette Eustache Carol Glotzbecker Marlene L. Goldheimer Dorothea Jean Hassler* Bernice C. Haytas* Barbara A. Hershkowitz Constance M. Howell*
William D. Howerton Paula T. Hurwitz* Alyce M. Jarr* Don and Susan Johnson Marion E. Johnson* Fred R. Jones* Constance M. Junge* Mort* and Emilie Kadish Karen J. Kannenberg and Dennis* A. Seifert Julia Kunes* Michael B. and Judy Malasky Christopher Malek and Friends Terence J. and Nancy S. McCann Lin Miller Jean C. Murphy* Celia and Edward Nedved* George and Cynthia Oprita Jo Ann B. Pfleger Ian Roy Phillips Elizabeth H. Ragg* Margaret Rawsthorne
Chalet Recreation Area, Mill Stream Run Reservation 8 Emerald Necklace November 2015
Carmen R. Reeths Kathleen Schlemmer Dorothy D. Schmidt* Lynn A. Schreiber* Mary Sedlack* In Memory of Elizabeth Shainker Chuck Smith Kathryn S. Spilar* Coletta L. Stopp* Angela M. Thiery - in celebration of the lives of Daniel and Victoria Thiery Mildred Turza* Robert and Marti Vagi Roy Warren and Janet M. Warren Constance S. White, MD Shaun P. White* Dorotha L. Whitney* Brian M. Zimmerman *Deceased
Cleveland Metroparks gratefully acknowledges the following gifts contributed between April 1 and August 31, 2015 to the Emerald Necklace Endowment: Michael and Susan Hyman Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Miller Progressive Insurance Foundation Employee Giving Program Vicky Pryor Fr. Greg Schaut Kathleen Schlemmer John B. Silvers and Leah Gary The Stamatiades Family Charitable Fund Estate of Shaun P. White
the GIFT OF NATURE Cleveland Metroparks gratefully acknowledged the following memorial gifts to the Legacy Fund between April 1 and August 31, 2015 In memory of Dr. Edwin A. Balcerzak Cyndee and Tony Long In memory of Blanche Bertaud Sally Gonzalez In memory of Charles Brenner NACS Inc, In memory of Robert L. Cody Linda L. Feigel In memory of Colleen M. Cottingham Cottingham Family In memory of Jack Criswell Marge Bischof Bill and Pat Jenkins Pauline Yee In memory of Dorothy Hagerling Bill and Todd Gardiner In memory of Robert Kennedy Metal Fabricating Corp. In memory of Richard R. Krause, Sr. Eva and Dave Krause In memory of David M. Lincheck West Creek Conservancy In memory of John McGraw Mr. and Mrs. William Wallets
In memory of David W. Rutt, Sr. Keith and Heidi Afflick John and Mary Ahern Judith Albanese Bill and Laura Barnett Ralph and Marianne Betters Mike and Jacki Capasso Cargill Deicing Technology John and Ginny Connelly Martin and Mary Anne Coughlin Patrick and Renee Cramer Von and Margaret Crossland Arthur and Maureen Davis Kathy Davis Catherine Denissoff Vincent and Barbara Dooley James and Susan Evans Fairview Park Police Department Herb Feltz Paul and Michelle Feltz Linzy and Marguerite Forshey Thomas and Irene Fox Arthur Frindt Jon and Amy Funk Charles and Sandra Gacek Tom and Lois Ganley Christopher Garnett James and Elinor Getz James and Susan Gipper Craig and Laurie Hannus Tom and Carla Haren Mr. and Mrs. Dan Hoffman Kenneth and Louise Howe Noble and Karen Jones Kevin and Noel Joyce Peter Kole Diane Krist Children’s Board of Lakewood Hospital
In memory of David W. Rutt, Sr. (cont.) Lakewood Hospital Thrift Shop William Litzler The Edward A. & Catherine L. Lozick Foundation Robert and Lynn Lunoe Marguerite McCarthy Brett Miller Peter J. Mitchell Jack and Coletta Mulloy Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Oldenburg Michael O’Malley Naomi Opdycke Gary and Jean Payne Michael and Diane Quinn Lynne Rice Eric and Lisa Rouge Daniel and Kathleen Saul Stuart Shoaff Ryan and Ashley Sliffe Tom and Ruth Stafford TriState Capital Bank John and Jean Uhle Friends of Valley Riding Janice Weltlin In memory of Roxann Sebastian The Visconti Family In memory of Thelma Shapiro Andale Bicycle Club of Chicago Marilyn Bogart Joseph and Jean Vorachek In memory of David Soederstrom Trisha Soederstrom
Cleveland Metroparks gratefully acknowledged the following gifts to the Legacy Fund between April 1 and August 31, 2015 Debra and Pat Berry -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Rob Brodella-in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Roger and Betty Coleman -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Davey Tree Anna Durr -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Diann Durr -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Linda Francl, CSJ - in honor of CSJ 2015 Jubilarians Judith Garczek -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary George and Jean Haag -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Jo Ann Stores Inc. Jack and Faith Kelly -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary The Kile Family -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Chuck and Barbara Lehman -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Trish E. McAndrew – in celebration of gratitude Dennis and Mitze Mokos Chuck and Arlene Ritley -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Darya Robertson -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Don and Pat Stopa -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Eileen Sheppard Henry and Jo Anne Terry -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Robert and Eva Trapp -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary Jim and Pat Zifcheck -in honor of Ronald and Barbara Koeppen’s 50th Anniversary
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the GIFT OF NATURE Cleveland Metroparks gratefully acknowledges the following gifts received between April 1 and August 31, 2015 in support of the programs and facilities listed below: Brecksville Nature Center Edward and Margaret Rody Brecksville Reservation Kiwanis Club of Brecksville CanalWayVisitor Center Bruce and Judie Amsel Independence Garden Club South East Cleveland Kiwanis Field Trip Transportation Joan Harrison - in honor of Sharon and Ed Campbell Fishing Fund The Conger Family - in memory of John Yackshaw Shari and Robert Demby - in honor of Pop Sheldon N. Myers Terry Ginis Ohio Central Basin Steelheaders RMS Aquaculture, Inc. Runzheimer International Historic Interpretation Brook Park Senior Club The Normandy Southwest Area Retired Educators United Methodist Church of Chagrin Falls
North Chagrin Nature Center Linda Bechtel - in memory of Richard A. Schmidt Elizabeth Clarke - in memory of Richard A. Schmidt Cleveland Natural Science Club John and Robin Fumich - in memory of Richard A. Schmidt Rahul Patel Sandra and Sig Stechler - in memory of Joe Braverman Sandra and Sig Stechler - in memory of Rhonda L. Davis Sandra and Sig Stechler - in memory of Salvatore DiBlasi Kim Stercula - in memory of Richard A. Schmidt Zack Fund of The Cleveland Foundation Outdoor Education Anna M. Bulow - in memory of Jeremy David Foster Gloria Camillo - in memory of Jeremy David Foster Ritesh and Christine Desai - in memory of Jeremy David Foster Tom and Sue Dieterich - in memory of Jeremy David Foster Lakeland Ave Neighbor - in memory of Jeremy David Foster
Outdoor Education (cont.) Ann Krepps - in memory of Ann H. Dopslaf Pam Sabo - in memory of Jeremy David Foster Donna Shimko - in honor of Christopher M. Soukup Outdoor Recreation Anonymous Ranger Department K-9 Unit Fund Eleanore L. Gates Tom Malone Sandra J. Bard Ranger Department Mounted Unit Fund Lisa M. Butterfield Mary Joughin Paula M. Kramer - in memory of Walter Robb Michael B. and Judy Malasky Ohio Horseman’s Council, Inc. Cuyahoga County Chapter Sand Hill Stable, LLC J.C. Thalman Rocky River Nature Center Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland Baldwin Wallace Institute for Learning in Retirement Judith A. Boone - in memory of Millie Turza Ali Capka and Family - in memory of Terese Hardman Michael and Susan Clark - in memory of Millie Turza Michael and Susan Clark - in memory of Richard Wittig Cleveland Flower Arrangers Guild Danna Daso - in memory of Jean Daso Martha Dunn Gates Mills Garden Club The Jurak Family Paula M. Kramer - in memory of Millie Turza Paula M. Kramer - in memory of Richard Wittig Midwest Native Plant Society Mike and Jan Porter - in memory of Dorothy Knox
Your Gift to Nature Giving to Cleveland Metroparks is easy! Please visit clevelandmetroparks.com and click on ‘donate’ at the bottom of the page to make your gift online. You may also contact Karen Kannenberg, CFRE, manager of gift and donor development, at 216-635-3217 or kjk@clevelandmetroparks.com to discuss ways that you can help preserve and protect Cleveland Metroparks now and in the future. 10 Emerald Necklace November 2015
Trail Ambassadors Anonymous Sandra Cobb Trails Fund Jan Balala Don and Betty Beaven - in memory of Robert L. Knurek Bike Cleveland - in memory of Jeremy Hanslik Tad Brown CLE Trail 50K-26.2-13.1 Cleveland Hiking Club Nancy Dooley - in memory of Robert L. Knurek Ms. Carol Edwards Davene Garvey - in honor of Root for the Earth Goddard School of Hudson - in honor of Root for the Earth Katarzyna Karelus Michael and Julie Knurek - in memory of Robert L. Knurek Daniel and Susan Knurek - in memory of Robert L. Knurek Jennifer Lomen - in honor of Root for the Earth Minna Mortensen - in memory of John Mortensen Lee Pasket - in honor of Root for the Earth Neil Perera Nijole Pollock - in honor of Brooks Pollock Kimberly Roach Jenna Scheurman and Dave Kawalec - in honor of Scheurman/Kawalec Wedding Kristen M. Schmidt Bernice Sheridan Edward and Cheryl Sliva David M. Solomon - in honor of Terry Solomon Steven and Madeleine Standley - in memory of Robert L. Knurek Susan Steinhauer - in honor of Root for the Earth Michael and Gretchen Thomas - in honor of Root for the Earth Western Reserve Racing Watershed Stewardship Center Garden Club of Ohio, Inc. Padua Franciscan High School Western Reserve Herb Society Wintergreen Cabin Strongsville Rotary Club Foundation Youth Outdoors Jill Alexander-Gottesman - in memory of Greg Yost Cleveland Natural Science Club Karen and Michael Groth - in memory of Greg Yost Kiwanis Foundation of Cleveland, Inc. Kristi Lekies - in memory of Greg Yost
CLEVELAND METROPARKS GOLF
Golf Pro Tip One of the keys to making sure your putter is aligned properly is to set up with your eyes directly over the putter. After assuming your set-up, check your eye position by dropping a ball from the bridge of your nose. The ball should land on the putter head. John Fiander, PGA Master Professional Sleepy Hollow Golf Course
Fall Rates
Manakiki................. $13 – 9 holes......... $21 – 18-holes Sleepy Hollow....... $13 – 9 holes......... $21 – 18-holes Shawnee Hills....... $11 – 9 holes......... $19 – 18-holes / Par 3 - $7.50 Big Met..................... $11 – 9 holes......... $19 – 18-holes Seneca...................... $10 – 9 holes......... $17 – 18-holes Little Met................. $7.50 – 9 holes Washington............ $7.50 – 9 holes Mastick Woods..... $6.50 – 9 holes 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
Shawnee Hills Golf Course 18 holes, par 71, 9 holes 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 11
ZOO NEWS
New Tiger Exhibit to Debut in 2016
Amur tiger
A new exhibit will be taking shape over the fall and winter months in the Wilderness Trek area of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo – Tiger Passage! A new and greatly expanded home for the Zoo’s two Amur (Siberian) tigers, Tiger Passage is slated to open in summer 2016. The new exhibit will be five times the size of the current moated, grotto style exhibits and features four different interconnected habitat areas for the tigers to roam in, with two of the connections being via trails that pass right over the heads of visitors on the ground. The exhibit areas will feature climbing poles, meadows, shallow streams and soaking pools for the tigers to cool off in. The new Tiger Passage habitats will allow the tigers to have outdoor access overnight as well. As you wind through the passageways, you will be immersed in a Russian forest and learn about the plight of the world’s largest cat in the wild. Amur tigers are classified as “endangered” in the wild by 12 Emerald Necklace November 2015
the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. This particular subspecies of tiger is found almost exclusively in the Amur River region of Russia, with some individuals straying over into China. The IUCN estimates there are fewer than 500 Amur tigers left in the wild, but currently classifies the population in Russia as stable. The Zoo currently has two tigers, a male, Klechka, who was born at the Toledo Zoo, and Dasha, a female, who was born here in Cleveland in 2001. Follow the Zoo on Twitter or like the Zoo on Facebook to see updates and photos as the exhibit progresses!
ZOO NEWS
Thanksgiving at the Zoo Thursday, November 26 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Where can you take the whole family on Thanksgiving to walk off the extra slice of pie, or work up an appetite before an evening holiday dinner? Bring them to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo to enjoy FREE admission and make fun, family Thanksgiving memories! Entertaining large groups of friends and relatives on Thanksgiving can be tough. A few people want to go pre-Black Friday shopping, some of them want to watch the annual football games, and the teens in the family didn’t hear the question because their earbuds were in. Well, no matter what size your pack, pride, herd or flock is, the Zoo makes it easy to visit on Thanksgiving. It’s our way of saying thanks to the community for another great year of support -- and the free admission promotion includes both the Zoo and The RainForest. Throughout the day watch the animals enjoy special holiday treats during enrichment demonstrations. There’s even complimentary heated transportation through the Zoo on Thanksgiving and all winter long.
A full schedule of Thanksgiving at the Zoo activities will be posted online at clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo. The schedule also will be posted on the Zoo’s Welcome Plaza.
all photos courtesy of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
For the most up-to-date Zoo information: Clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo 216-661-6500 13
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Outdoor Recreation 216-341-1704 or@clevelandmetroparks.com clevelandmetroparks.com/or Cross-country skiing in Big Met Golf Course, Rocky River Reservation
Last fall, my friends and I were looking for a healthier alternative than sitting at a restaurant to catch up on each other’s lives. We found that Cleveland Metroparks has a great app that tells you which trails are paved or plowed in the winter. It also provides directions and multiple other aids to maximize your enjoyment, so we began meeting at a different reservation to walk once a month. Eventually, we started consulting the Emerald Necklace and began expanding our experiences to include new adventures such as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. We encountered things like the beauty of the deep woods after a major snow, something we would not have seen without snowshoes. These experiences helped us enjoy this past winter instead of just enduring it. My enthusiasm for engaging with the outdoors grew beyond our once a month trips, and my husband joined me for the indoor kayaking classes offered in April. By the time the weather warmed up, we were ready for the Upper Cuyahoga River Tour, and we were hooked! Since then, we have been on numerous kayak trips offered through Cleveland Metroparks. We have been exposed to many different types of kayaks as well as lake, river and weather conditions. The Outdoor Recreation team provided us with the skills to maximize our fun while keeping safety in mind. The Kayaking 2 class focusing on self-rescues was a real confidence booster! The opportunity to glide through the water under my own power, to see nature and the downtown waterfront from a different perspective and the camaraderie of fellow adventurers has improved my fitness, provided an outlet for stress release and introduced me to some wonderful people. Cleveland Metroparks is such a great resource to the region; we reap all the rewards of a vacation on a weekly basis! Michelle & Jim Kozelka
Inclusive Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
Our professionally trained staff has the ability to make equipment adaptations. Most programs are accessible to anyone who would like to participate. For further information regarding program accessibility or to schedule an accessible custom program, please call 216-341-1704.
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PADDLESPORTS & BOATING All boating programs are funded in part through a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Watercraft.
On Land Kayaking Basics We’ll discuss types of kayaks, gear, safety, local places to paddle, and trip planning. Test your balance and have fun in our “on-thewater” kayak simulator. Late fee after October 28. 14 years & over with participating adult November 5 • 6 – 9 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation $12.50
Youth Kayak Fun Learning basic strokes and wet exits will be integrated into fun kayaking games. Late fee after November 11. 8 – 13 years November 19 • 6 – 8 p.m. Baldwin Wallace, Lou Higgins Center $20 (includes boat & equipment)
Kayaking 1: Introduction to Kayaking
BACKCOUNTRY & CAMPING
Combines classroom and on-the-water practice to introduce you to basic paddling strokes and equipment. Be prepared to get wet. Late fee after November 1, 8 and 29 respectively.
Backpacking Basics
14 years & over with participating adult November 8 • 9 a.m. – noon November 15 • 9 a.m. – noon December 6 • 9 a.m. – noon Seven Hills Community Recreation Center $45 (includes boat & equipment)
Kayaking 2: Supplemental Skills
Learn the basics for a safe and enjoyable backcountry experience as we discuss tents, backpacks, water treatment and outdoor ethics. Late fee after November 2. 14 years & over with participating adult November 10 • 6 – 9 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation $12.50
Camp Cooking
Learn deep water re-entry rescue techniques and advanced paddling strokes. Prerequisite: Kayaking 1. Late fee after November 15 and December 6 respectively.
Learn fire building basics, fire safety and cooking over an openfire using several different implements such as pie irons and Dutch ovens. Late fee after November 15.
14 years & over with participating adult November 22 • 9 a.m. – noon December 13 • 9 a.m. – noon Seven Hills Community Recreation Center $40 (includes boat & equipment)
14 years & over with participating adult November 21 • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. River Grove-Chestnut Shelter, North Chagrin Reservation $15
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Family Camp Cooking Learn fire building basics, fire safety and cooking over an open-fire using several different implements such as pie irons and Dutch ovens in this family-friendly course. Late fee after December 6. All ages with participating adult December 13 • 3 – 5 p.m. River Grove-Chestnut Shelter, North Chagrin Reservation $15 adult, $8 youth (under 14 years)
Snowshoe and Cross-Country Ski Program Interest Sign-up Weather in Cleveland is ever-changing. When the snow is good and staff is available, impromptu snowshoe and/or cross-country ski programs will be added. Register under the February 28 program date to receive e-mails about impromptu programs this winter. Age varies by program
CYCLING
SKILLS & ADVENTURE
Bicycle Maintenance 1
Land Navigation 1 Learn a new skill with an old tool as you learn the basics of map and compass. Late fee after November 9. 14 years & over with participating adult November 15 • 9:30 – noon River Grove-Chestnut Shelter, North Chagrin Reservation $15
Family Land Navigation Learn a new skill with an old tool during this family friendly map and compass course. Late fee after December 22. All ages with participating adult December 30 • 10 a.m. – noon River Grove-Chestnut Shelter, North Chagrin Reservation $15 adult, $8 youth (under 14 years)
Learn how to wash your bike, change a flat tire, and make simple brake and derailleur adjustments during this lecture style class. No experience necessary. Do not bring your bike. Late fee after November 9. 14 years & over with participating adult November 17 • 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Rivergate Park, Lakefront Reservation $12.50
Bicycle Maintenance 2 This mostly hands-on class will cover more brake and derailleur adjustments, changing a brake cable, wheel truing, and more. Prerequisite: Bicycle Maintenance 1. Late fee after November 30.
14 years & over with participating adult December 8 • 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Cross-country skiing in Big Rivergate Park, Lakefront Reservation Met Golf Course $15 (includes use of tools)
Custom programs for your group are available. Contact us weekdays from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to find out more: 216-341-1704.
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2016 Cleveland Metroparks Calendar Experience the true beauty nature has to offer. These breathtaking photographs range from the parks and reservations to fascinating animals at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. This is something the whole family can enjoy. $10.99 $6 throughout November. Don’t miss out, get yours today! Offer valid 11/1/15 – 11/30/15. While supplies last, see store for additional details. Offer cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.
Save the date Our annual Chickadee Nest is back, and better than ever! Plus we have added a new location! Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 • Noon – 4 p.m. North Chagrin Nature Center, Rocky River Nature Center, Hinckley Lake Boathouse and Watershed Stewardship Center (new!) Your children can have a magical experience of shopping with an elf. Elves accompany the children throughout the shop to buy presents for their family, friends, and loved ones. All gifts are under $10, and complimentary gift wrap is included with each purchase. There will also be delicious cookies and milk provided. See you there!
LOCATIONS/HOURS Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store 1 West Drive Hinckley Township 330-278-2160
Daily: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center Mayfield Village 440-449-0511
Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.
Rocky River Nature Center North Olmsted 440-734-7576 Monday – Saturday:
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: Noon – 5 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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Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Meet an Animal: Great Horned Owl
Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a fun program about one of our resident animals. Learn about the animal’s unique features, diet, habitat and survival tactics as you get to see one up-close. For all ages Saturday, November 7 3 – 4 p.m. Fee: $5
Which Telescope Should I Buy?
Join our resident telescope expert to help you get the best scope for you and your budget. Registation required. For adults and children ages 10+. Friday, November 13 7 – 8:30 p.m. Fee: $15
Brownie Girl Scout Pioneer Overnight
Experience the past by playing pioneer games, hiking through John Huntington’s estate, making pioneer food and learning pioneer skills. Registation required. Saturday, November 14 7 p.m. – 9 a.m. Fee: $30/girl, $10/adult
Backyard Wonders: Wild Turkey
Join our expert wildlife staff to learn about the wild turkey. There’s a lot to learn about this backyard wonder and you’re sure to leave with some great Thanksgiving trivia! For adults and children ages 10+. Sunday, November 22 3 – 4 p.m. Fee: $7
Walter R. Schuele Planetarium Schedule is subject to some variability. Call 440-871-2900 to confirm programming. Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11:30 a.m. Twinkle Tots Noon Stellar Stars Tuesday & Thursday Noon You-niverse 2 p.m. You-niverse
Twinkle Tots
Recommended for ages 0 – 3. Fee: $2 (including infants)
Stellar Stars
Recommended for ages 3 – 7. Fee: $3
The You-niverse
Recommended for all ages. Fee: $3
Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m. Twinkle Tots 11:30 a.m. Stellar Stars 1 p.m. You-niverse 2 p.m. Rusty Rocket’s Last Blast 3 p.m. You-niverse
Full Dome Children’s Feature Show: Rusty Rocket’s Last Blast
Travel through the solar system with Rusty Rocket and his last class of “rocket rookies” as they learn everything they need to know to become space rockets. Approximately 30 minutes. Recommended for children ages 3+. Fee: $3
SkyQuest: IBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System
Learn how NASA is exploring the boundary between our solar system and the rest of the galaxy. Enjoy a full dome feature show and participate in discussion. Program is approximately 45 minutes. Recommended for pre-teens through adults. Thursday, November 12 at 7:30 p.m. Fee: $5
Tickets for all planetarium shows are available at the Information Desk 30 minutes before the program begins. Tickets are first-come, first-served and must be purchased more than 5 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. 18 Emerald Necklace November 2015
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November 1 • Sunday
November 12 • Thursday
November 22 • Sunday
Off Site AR BeR BR CWC CWC ECR RRNC RRNC
Off Site BNC CWC WSC
CWC ECR GPC HuR LAL NCNC NCNC RRR
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RRNC RRNC SCR WCR
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Monroe Street Cemetery Walk Birds and Bears of Acacia Bedford Dog Walk Pup Hike Hunt of the Month: Hiking Boots Zarney Originals Prose Where the River Goes Gallery Wall: Marge Gulley Tracks and Traces
November 2 • Monday NCNC RRNC
• North Chagrin Nature Photography Club • Southwest Camera Club
November 3 • Tuesday CWC RRNC RRNC RRNC WSC
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CanalWay Storytime Nature Baby Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Trout Unlimited Piecing Together a Planet Party
November 4 • Wednesday CWC ZOO
• CanalWay Storytime at Night • Preschool Safari -Animal Senses
November 5 • Thursday CWC
• Cleveland Astronomical Society
November 6 • Friday CWC MSRR RRNC WSC
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Trail Magic Emerald Necklace Hikers Nature in November Friday Film: Climate Refugees
November 7 • Saturday BrR BrR ECR GPC LR LAL MSRR WSC ZOO
• Wilderness Skills: Finding Your Way, Part II • Emerald Necklace Art Club: Monthly Meeting • Birding on the Lake • Leaf Art Hike • Sunset Walk • Cleveland Natural Science Club • Emerald Necklace Hikers • Clouds & Weather • Cub Scout Overnight
November 8 • Sunday BeR BNC LR NCNC SCR WCR
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Discover Viaduct Park Get Out… Urban Birding On An Island Intermediate Tree Identification Autumn Splendor Hike Beginners Birding
November 9 • Monday AR RRNC
• Acacia for the Young at Heart • Cuyahoga Astronomical Association
November 10 • Tuesday CWC NCNC WSC ZOO ZOO
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Preschoolers: All About Turkeys Wildlife Walk Piecing Together a Composting Plan Homeschool Program Preschool Safari - Animal Care
November 11 • Wednesday Off Site • Veterans Day at Harvard Grove Cemetery BNC • Animal Crackers NCNC • Sprouts: Growing Kids and Wonder, Naturally RRNC • Greater Cleveland Beekeepers Association RRNC • Northern Ohio Herpetologists Association WSC • Piecing Together Climate Change: Facts and Fiction
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Urban Explorations: Bratenahl Animal Crackers Nature Academy Seed Cleaning Workshop
November 13 • Friday BWR BNC NCNC WCR
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Wildlife and History Walk Frontier Hearth Cooking 102 Pilgrims Cool Cool-weather Changes
November 14 • Saturday LAL RRR RRNC WSC ZOO
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Primitive Clay-Shaping Workshop American Red Cross Pet First Aid Birding Bus Trip: Birds of the North Shore Apple Eaters Scout Overnight
November 15 • Sunday AR CWC HiR RRNC RRNC SCR WSC
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Acacia Restoration Hike Overlook Hike Dog Walk Bird Banding at Rocky River Nature Center River Readers Nature Hike Piecing Together a Quilters’ Mini-Expo
November 16 • Monday NCNC RRNC RRNC
• North Chagrin Nature Photography Club • Little Explorers: Let’s Talk Turkey • Southwest Camera Club
November 17 • Tuesday BeR BWR CWC WCR
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Hiking for the Young at Heart Hike a Baby Meteor Shower Hike Awesome Autumn Den Sites
November 18 • Wednesday Off Site • Urban Explorations: Tremont CWC • Young Explorers
November 19 • Thursday Off Site • Urban Explorations: Flats Bridges
November 20 • Friday CWC LAL RRNC ZOO
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Family Movie Night Meet the Artists Reception Beavers Under the Moon Girl Scout Overnight
2-Hour Cart Tour Migration Sensation Animals in Winter Migration Celebration Nature-Art Exhibit: Seasons of the Park Drop-In: Owls Youngest Photographer Show Opening Olmsted Historical Society: Holidays at Frostville Museum River Poets Changing Seasons Hike The Other Beaten Path West Creek Front to Back
November 24 • Tuesday BWR CWC RRNC ZOO
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Tree Hike Stroller School Discovering Nature: Turkeys Preschool Safari - What’s For Dinner
November 25 • Wednesday BCR GPR NCNC OECR RRR
• Wild Turkey Walk • Heart Pumping Hike • Sprouts: Growing Kids and Wonder, Naturally • Thankful Fire • Get Outside
November 27 • Friday AR BNC CWC NCR RRNC
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Evening Dog Hike Gotta Get Moving Hike CanalWay Matinee Chipmunk Boot Camp The Best Deal in Town: Nature’s Gifts
November 28 • Saturday CWC CWC NCNC RRNC WCR WCR
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Saturday Family Stroll Unnatural Trail Hemlock Hike Homemade Suet What’s in the Water? Twilight Turkey Trek
November 29 • Sunday CWC LF LAL
• Hike the Mountain Bike Trail • Waterbird Watch • Turkey Burner
November 21 • Saturday BCR BNC CWC CWC LR LAL MSRR NCNC
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Morning Waterfowl Hike Drop-In Discovery: Survival Bracelets Fun with Food! Acoustic Players Circle Edgewater Walk Nature-Art Exhibit: Seasons of the Park Extreme Hiking Junior Naturalist: Things That Go Hoot in the Night Dog Hike Ohio Mammals Drop-In Olmsted Historical Society: Holidays at Frostville Museum First People Festival Rock the River Geology Bus Tour White-tailed Hike
(AR) Acacia Reservation (BeR) Bedford Reservation (BCR) Big Creek Reservation (BWR) Bradley Woods Reservation (BrR) Brecksville Reservation (BNC) Brecksville Nature Center (BR) Brookside Reservation (CWC) CanalWay Center (ECR) Euclid Creek Reservation (GPC) Garfield Park Center (GPR) Garfield Park Reservation (HiR) Hinckley Reservation (HuR) Huntington Reservation (LR) Lakefront Reservation (LAL) Look About Lodge (MSRR) Mill Stream Run Reservation (NCR) North Chagrin Reservation (NCNC) North Chagrin Nature Center (OECR) Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation (RRR) Rocky River Reservation (RRNC) Rocky River Nature Center (SCR) South Chagrin Reservation (WR) Washington Reservation (WSC) Watershed Stewardship Center (WCR) West Creek Reservation
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NOVEMBER PROGRAMS BY LOCATION Cleveland Metroparks Maps Visit clevelandmetroparks.com for maps of Cleveland Metroparks 18 reservations.
Off Site Programs 1 • Sunday Monroe Street Cemetery Walk
Join Historical Interpreter Karen Lakus and Monroe Street Cemetery Foundation members for a walking tour of this Ohio City resting place of over 30,000 people. Hear the stories of some well-known and some unknown Clevelanders who are buried here. 2 – 3:30 p.m. Ages: 12 years & over (under 18 years with adult) Fee: $5 Terrain: varied, uneven Register by phone or online beginning October 15 216-206-1000
11 • Wednesday Veterans Day at Harvard Grove Cemetery
Meet Historical Interpreter Karen Lakus at Harvard Grove Cemetery Which contains the graves of more Revolutionary War Veterans than any other location in Cleveland? We’ll focus on those who served our country on this special day. 1 – 2 p.m. Terrain: grass, uneven Register by phone beginning October 20 216-206-1000
18 • Wednesday Urban Explorations: Tremont
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak and Volunteer Mollie Alstott invite you to stroll along as we explore the historic Tremont area. Meeting place and details sent after registration. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Ages: 8 years & over with adult Fee: $5 Terrain: city streets, 1 mile Register by phone or online beginning November 2 216-206-1000
19 • Thursday Urban Explorations: Flats Bridges
Start your day by hiking in the Flats with Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak. Cleveland’s a city of bridges and we plan to span the gamut of the bridges in the Flats. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Ages: 8 years & over with adult Fee: $5 Terrain: city streets, 2 miles Register online or by phone beginning November 2 201-206-1000
Acacia Reservation 1 • Sunday Birds and Bears of Acacia
Autumn is the time to look for wooly bear caterpillars and the birds that eat them. Let’s go on a hunt for late migrants and see how many wooly bears we can find. Bring your binoculars, some available for loan. 9:30 – 11 a.m. Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: paved, some hills, up to 2 miles 440-473-3370
9 • Monday Acacia for the Young at Heart
Join us on a leisurely walk through Acacia Reservation to enjoy the last of the fall color and see what is out and about in November. All abilities welcome. 10 – 11 a.m. Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: paved, 1.5 miles 440-473-3370
15 • Sunday Acacia Restoration Hike
Join a naturalist for a guided walk through Acacia Reservation. We’ll take a look at some of the recent changes to the property and give you a look ahead as this park continues the journey from golf course to restored natural area. 1 – 2:30 p.m. Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: paved, some hills, up to 2 miles 440-473-3370
27 • Friday Evening Dog Hike
Bring your best furry friend to the park for some exercise and socialization. We’ll hike the rolling terrain of Acacia Reservation. All dogs must be leashed. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Cedar Road parking lot Terrain: moderate, some hills, 3 – 3.5 miles 440-473-3370
Cleveland Metroparks Reservations
12 • Thursday Urban Explorations: Bratenahl
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak leads a 6-mile hike at a moderate-brisk pace along Lakeshore Boulevard. Enjoy exercise as we pace the sidewalks to trace the wealth historically tucked away in this neighborhood. Meeting place and details sent after registration. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Ages: 10 years & over with adult Fee: $5 Terrain: city sidewalks, 6 miles Register by phone or online beginning November 2 216-206-1000
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Group Programming For information on group programs, call any Cleveland Metroparks nature or visitor center.
Outdoor Adventures Outdoor Recreation is yearround. For details about trips, skill classes or other recreational activities, visit clevelandmetroparks.com/or.
NOVEMBER PROGRAMS BY LOCATION
Bedford Reservation 1 • Sunday Bedford Dog Walk
Kick up some leaves with your pup on a woodland walk above scenic Tinker’s Creek Valley. Dogs must be leashed. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Egbert Trailhead Terrain: varied, uneven, 2 miles 216-206-1000
8 • Sunday Discover Viaduct Park
Viaduct Park encompasses the quaint history of the Bedford area in a great little package. Let’s discover this hidden treasure with a waterfall that was once the center of the Bedford community. 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Viaduct Park Terrain: moderate, hill, steps, 0.5 mile 216-206-1000
17 • Tuesday Hiking for the Young at Heart
Join a naturalist each month and hike with others that are “young at heart.” Today we’ll hike through the forest and along Tinker’s Creek. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Egbert Picnic Area parking lot Terrain: 3 – 3.5 miles 440-526-1012
Big Creek Reservation 21 • Saturday Morning Waterfowl Hike
How many species will we find? Join Naturalist Matt Knittel as we explore the migration of waterfowl and try to identify as many bird species as possible. 7 – 9 a.m. Lake Issac Waterfowl Sanctuary Terrain: moderate, 1.5 miles 440-887-1968
25 • Wednesday Wild Turkey Walk
Have you ever wondered why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving? Where do turkeys live and how did they become so ingrained in our culture? Learn these answers and more as we hike through
the woods to try and spot a wild turkey or two. 9 – 11 a.m. Lake Isaac Waterfowl Sanctuary Terrain: easy, gentle hills, 1.5 miles 440-887-1968
Bradley Woods Reservation 13 • Friday Wildlife and History Walk
History and wildlife abound on this beautiful trail that loops through forest and meadow. Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder on a leisurely hike as we traverse Quarry Loop Trail. Seek out mammals, birds and an old quarry as we soak in the last bits of fall. 3 – 4:30 p.m. Codrington Shelterhouse Terrain: natural surface, 2 miles 440-734-6660
17 • Tuesday Hike a Baby
It’s hard to get out and exercise when baby needs you. Join us for a fast-paced hike for parents and a good time for baby. Parents are encouraged to carry baby in a hiking backpack so we can break a sweat on the trails. 10 – 10:45 a.m. Codrington Shelterhouse Terrain: swampy, flat, 2 miles 440-734-6660
24 • Tuesday Tree Hike
Talk trees with Naturalist Marty Calabrese while hiking Cahoon Creek Loop. This trail navigates a mixed bottomland forest along the creek. 2 – 3 p.m. Codrington Picnic Area Terrain: flat, on-trail, 1 mile 440-734-6660
1 – 3 p.m. Meadows Picnic Area Ages: adult Terrain: hilly, 2 miles Register online beginning October 20 440-526-1012 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. Ages: adult 440-473-3370
Brecksville Nature Center Open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 9000 Chippewa Creek Drive Brecksville 440-526-1012
8 • Sunday Get Out…
…and get active. Join us for a hike on the rolling hills and valleys in Brecksville Reservation. 2 – 5 p.m. Ages: adult Terrain: difficult, hills, 6.5 miles
11 • Wednesday Animal Crackers
Join Miss Jenny for a hike in the woods to discover how deer survive in our forests. 10 – 11:15 a.m. or 1 – 2:15 p.m. Ages: 3 – 5 years with adult, no siblings Register by phone beginning November 1
12 • Thursday Animal Crackers (see 11/11 for details)
10 – 11:15 a.m.
Brecksville Reservation 7 • Saturday Wilderness Skills: Finding Your Way, Part II
Learn how to find your way in the woods using a map and compass. This basic program will build upon the skills in Part I.
13 • Friday Frontier Hearth Cooking
Go back to the 18th century with volunteers Don and Nancy Howell as they teach traditional hearth cooking methods. Prepare your own dinner and enjoy eating near the hearth. Limited to those who have not previously participated.
6:30 – 10 p.m. Ages: adult Fee: $5 Register online beginning October 27
21 • Saturday Drop-In Discovery: Survival Bracelets
Stop by to make your own survival bracelet and find out how functional this trendy bracelet can be. Adventure Club kids, bring your passports. 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Fee: $3
27 • Friday Gotta Get Moving Hike
Did you eat too much Thanksgiving turkey and then sit around all day? Get moving and feel great by the end of today’s fast-paced hike. 9 – 11:30 a.m. Ages: adult, older youth Terrain: steep hills, 5 miles
Brookside Reservation 1 • Sunday Pup Hike
Pack up the pooch and bring ‘em for some on-trail urban fun. Wellmannered, leashed dogs welcome. 10 – 11 a.m. Meadow Ridge Picnic Area Terrain: moderate, 1.5 miles 440-887-1968
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 • Sunday Hunt of the Month: Hiking Boots
With winter arriving, it is a great time for a hike. We have hidden 20 hiking boots around CanalWay Center. Stop by to find the boots and then go outside and hike around in the brisk fall weather. Through November 30. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Sat. Noon – 5 p.m. Sun. 21
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CanalWay Center continued
Zarney Originals
See Kim Zarney’s abstractions that leave room for interpretation. Through December 31. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Sat. Noon – 5 p.m. Sun
3 • Tuesday CanalWay Storytime
We’re going nutty over books this storytime. Through stories and poems we’ll learn why squirrels are so busy this season. 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Ages: 6 years & under with adult
4 • Wednesday CanalWay Storytime at Night (see 11/3 for details)
6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Ages: families
5 • Thursday Cleveland Astronomical Society A Hands-On Discovery of Your Night Sky!
Do you look up in the sky and see the constellations that ancient people saw? Or does the sky look like hundreds of dots? Len Muni, will lead this hands-on session demonstrating how to find constellations on your own. 6:30 – 7 p.m. Meeting 7 – 8:30 p.m. Speaker
6 • Friday Trail Magic
Through this one-act play, hear the remarkable story of Ohio’s legendary hiker, Emma Gatewood. Grandma Gatewood became the first woman to ever thru-hike the entire 2,050-mile Appalachian Trail alone! Foster Brown will perform music prior to the play. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Register online beginning October 20
10 • Tuesday Preschoolers: All About Turkeys
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10 – 11 a.m. Ages: 2 – 5 years with adult Terrain: easy, 1 hill, 0.5 – 1 mile Register by phone or online beginning November 2
12 • Thursday Nature Academy Session 4 – Adaptations
This is not your typical nature homeschool program. Both indoor and outdoor activities focus on the different adaptations animals have to help them survive. Includes home projects. 1 – 3 p.m. Ages: grades K – 2 and 3 – 5 Fee: $20 Session 4 dates: November 12, 19 and December 3, 10 Register online by November 9
15 • Sunday Overlook Hike
Join us as we hike along the canal to the Cuyahoga River overlook and back to CanalWay Center. We’ll look for evidence of local wildlife throughout our journey. 1 – 3 p.m. Terrain: two hills, 3 miles
17 • Tuesday Meteor Shower Hike
The Leonid meteor shower is known for causing one of the most famous meteor showers in history when in 1966 meteors fell at a rate as high as thousands per minute. Join Naturalist Sarah Dudziak to see what it has in store for Ohio this year. Bring a chair and blanket. 8 – 9:30 p.m. Terrain: easy, hill, 1.5 – 2 miles
18 • Wednesday Young Explorers
You are invited to celebrate our splendid squirrels. Through activities and a craft we’ll learn what our furry friends are up to. 10 – 11 a.m. or 1 – 2 p.m. Ages: 3 – 5 years with adult Terrain: easy, 0.5 mile Register by phone or online beginning November 2
20 • Friday Family Movie Night
Bring your family and friends to the movies. We’ll be watching The Wild, a story of animals that break out of a zoo on an adventure to find the lion’s son. Snacks available for purchase or bring your own. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Register by phone or online beginning October 20
21 • Saturday Fun with Food!
Every youngster will serve as the “prep chef” for their own portion of a simple meal. During the preparation we’ll learn about the food that comes from the rich soil. 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Ages: 6 – 13 years Fee: $3 Register by phone or online by November 18 Acoustic Players Circle
Players, singers and listeners will enjoy acoustic music of varied styles in a relaxed, informal, family-friendly setting. Come lead, play along, sing along, or just enjoy songs based on a theme that changes every month. This month’s theme: Player’s Choice 1 – 3 p.m.
22 • Sunday 2-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, some nature and whatever else comes up. 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $10 Register online beginning November 2
24 • Tuesday Stroller School
The beautiful colors of flowers blossoming are but a distant memory, but the seeds produced are a promise of new life to come in spring. Explore the many
shapes and textures of seeds both indoors and out. 10 – 11 a.m. Ages: 3 years & under with adult Terrain: easy, 1 hill, 1 mile Register by phone or online beginning November 2
27 • Friday CanalWay Matinee
Bring your family and friends to watch Free Birds. It is the story of how two turkeys travel back in time to keep their species off the Thanksgiving menu. Snacks available for purchase or bring your own. Noon – 2 p.m. Register by phone or online beginning November 2
28 • Saturday Saturday Family Stroll
Get away from food and football and bring the family for a walk outside. We’ll descend into the Cuyahoga Valley and discuss the reasons why so many people, plants and animals have called it home. 10 – 11 a.m. Terrain: paved, one hill, 1.5 miles Unnatural Trail
We have set up a fall trail of unnatural items at CanalWay Center. Stop by the center for a list of what to look for while you are out walking the trail. Items will be camouflaged to blend in with nature. 1 – 2 p.m.
29 • Sunday Hike the Mountain Bike Trail
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak leads a hike of the Mountain Bike Trail in Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. We’ll see what’s out there and admire the cooperative work of Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association and Cleveland Metroparks. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Terrain: dirt trail, rocks, large hills, various challenges Register by phone or online beginning November 2
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Lakefront Reservation 7 • Saturday Sunset Walk
Join us for a leisurely walk around Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve. We’ll learn why this nature preserve is so special and enjoy the sunset before finishing our walk. 4 – 5:30 p.m. Lakefront Office parking lot Ages: families Terrain: moderate, 2 miles 216-206-1000
8 • Sunday Urban Birding On an Island
Brecksville Reservation
Euclid Creek Reservation 1 • Sunday
Garfield Park Reservation 25 • Wednesday
Prose Where the River Goes
Heart Pumping Hike
Join us on a hike along Euclid Creek. Pair this walk with a limerick. Read and write some prose, where the river flows. Bring a pencil and your hiking stick. 10:30 a.m. – noon Highland Picnic Area Terrain: easy pace, 1.5 miles 440-473-3370
Get your blood flowing from head to toe on this more walk than talk hike. As we travel at a fast pace we’ll get in a cardio workout while taking in the beautiful sights and sounds of nature. 9 a.m. – noon Garfield Park Center parking lot Ages: adult Terrain: moderate, 6 miles 216-206-1000
7 • Saturday Birding on the Lake
Come search for birds along the beach and in the surrounding wetlands, where Euclid Creek meets Lake Erie. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Wildwood Marina parking lot Terrain: mostly level, 1 – 1.5 miles 440-473-3370
22 • Sunday Migration Sensation
November marks a crucial time for fall waterfowl migration. Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder surveying the lake for mergansers, other ducks and gulls by the hundreds. Meet in the lot closest to the walking bridge. 9:30 – 11 a.m. Wildwood parking lot Terrain: paved, beach, 1.5 miles 440-473-3370
Garfield Park Center Open for scheduled programs 11350 Broadway Ave. 216-206-1000 Garfield Park Reservation
7 • Saturday Leaf Art Hike
Enjoy a short walk as we collect leaves of all colors to create a masterpiece made of the gifts of the fall season. All will enjoy working with this natural media. 2 – 4 p.m. Terrain: moderate, 1 mile
22 • Sunday Animals in Winter
Animals are preparing for winter during this season of change.
We’ll explore how the fall season changes the activities of some of Ohio’s most common animal species. 2 – 3 p.m. Terrain: moderate, 1 mile
Hinckley Reservation 15 • Sunday Dog Walk
Bring your four-legged friend for a hike around Hinckley Lake. We’ll search for signs of animals that live in and around the lake. 2 – 3:30 p.m. Hinckley Lake Boathouse Terrain: hills, 3.4 miles 440-526-1012
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield for a morning of birding at Wendy Park on Whiskey Island. During November, the harbor is a staging ground for thousands of waterbirds, and the woodlots play host to late-season migrant kinglets, sparrows and sapsuckers. 9:30 – 11 a.m. Wendy Park Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile 440-734-6660
21 • Saturday Edgewater Walk
Join us for an afternoon walk along the lake. We’ll meet at the Upper Pavilion and walk through upper Edgewater Park to Perkins Beach and back along the water. 1 – 3 p.m. Terrain: one hill, 2 miles 216-206-1000
29 • Sunday
Huntington Reservation 22 • Sunday Migration Celebration
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield for a survey of waterfowl, gulls and more. The timing is right to witness movements of thousands of mergansers and other species that benefit from the massive population of fish in Lake Erie. Meet on the north side of Lake Road. 9:30 – 11 a.m. Lake Shelterhouse Ages: adult Terrain: flat, 0.25 mile 440-734-6660
Waterbird Watch
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield for a survey of migrant waterfowl and gulls. The timing is right to witness movements of thousands of mergansers and other species that benefit from the massive population of fish in Lake Erie. Meet at the fishing pier. 9:30 – 11 a.m. Edgewater Park Ages: adult Terrain: flat, 0.25 mile 440-734-6660
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Look About Lodge Open for scheduled programs 37374 Miles Rd. Bentleyville 440-473-3370 South Chagrin Reservation
7 • Saturday Cleveland Natural Science Club Islands in Lake Erie
Lisa Brohl, island resident and chairperson of the Lake Erie Islands Conservancy will talk about the unique geology, flora and fauna of the islands, and the special places the conservancy is working to protect. 2 – 3 p.m.
14 • Saturday Primitive Clay-Shaping Workshop
Join us as instructors from the Cleveland Institute of Art guide us through the process of shaping and firing locally harvested clay. Be ready to get your hands dirty as we “get closer to the earth.” Noon – 3 p.m. Ages: adult Fee: $20 Register online by November 11
20 • Friday Meet the Artists Reception
Meet the artists behind this year’s Look About Lodge art exhibition, Seasons of the Park. This will be a sneak-preview of the artwork being displayed this month. 6 – 7:30 p.m.
21 • Saturday Nature-Art Exhibit: Seasons of the Park
Drop by Look About Lodge and view artwork done by Cleveland Metroparks visitors in reflection of this year’s theme: Seasons of the Park. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
22 • Sunday Nature-Art Exhibit: Seasons of the Park (see 11/21 for details)
Noon – 4 p.m.
Mountain-Biking-Trail-ClosureInformation.aspx 9 a.m. – noon Royalview Trailhead Terrain: hills, 6.5 – 7.5 miles 440-526-1012
29 • Sunday Turkey Burner
Turkey and stuffing and mashed potatoes, OH MY! Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder on a hike to burn off that Thanksgiving dinner. Dress for the weather by wearing layers. Bring water and a trail snack. 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Terrain: natural surface, 5 – 7 miles
Mill Stream Run Reservation 6 • Friday Emerald Necklace Hikers
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. Check the website to see if the trail is open; if not, this hike will be cancelled. clevelandmetroparks.com/Main/MountainBiking-Trail-Closure-Information. aspx 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Royalview Trailhead Ages: adult Terrain: moderate, some hills, 4.5 miles 440-526-1012
7 • Saturday Emerald Necklace Hikers (see 11/6 for details)
21 • Saturday Extreme Hiking
Join Naturalist Pam Taylor as we head out on the mountain bike trail. The hills along this narrow path are great for a warm-up on a cold day! Check the website to see if the trail is open; if it is not this hike will be cancelled. clevelandmetroparks.com/Main/
North Chagrin Reservation 27 • Friday Chipmunk Boot Camp
Join us at Squire’s Castle and go through the rigors of a chipmunk’s life. This self-guided adventure will thrill young chipmunk lovers as they get moving outside on-trail and learn what it takes to go wild. Start anytime between noon and 2 p.m. to complete this adventure in about an hour. Noon – 2 p.m. Squire’s Castle Ages: 3 – 8 years with adult Terrain: rolling hills, 1 mile
North Chagrin Nature Center Open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 3037 SOM Center Rd. Willoughby Hills 440-473-3370
2 • Monday North Chagrin Nature Photography Club Five Minutes with Nature and a Script
Some will share their efforts at researching and scripting a nature subject through five minute mini-programs. 8 – 9:30 p.m.
8 • Sunday Intermediate Tree Identification
Get ready for winter tree identification by learning trees by bark and buds. There’ll be an indoor portion, with an optional outdoor walk. 1 – 2:30 p.m. Terrain: 0.5 mile
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10 • Tuesday Wildlife Walk
Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese for a loop around the marsh. The paved path travels the perimeter of Sanctuary Marsh where wildlife abounds. Ducks and even dragonflies can be seen. 10 – 11 a.m. Terrain: paved trail, 0.5 mile
11 • Wednesday Sprouts: Growing Kids and Wonder, Naturally
Join us this month to discover a gobbling neighbor. Pull clues from our magic bag. We’ll have discovery time, a craft and hike. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Nature Education Building Ages: 3 – 5 years with adult Terrain: paved, 0.75 mile Register online by November 9
13 • Friday 102 Pilgrims
Take a trip on the Mayflower and come ashore in the New World as we follow the story across the Atlantic. Discover the who, why and how of the Pilgrims’ voyage. This indoor program will test your Pilgrim knowledge, invite you to play games, and try your hand at Pilgrim tasks. We need 102 pilgrims to set sail! 7 – 8:30 p.m. Register online by November 11
16 • Monday North Chagrin Nature Photography Club Five Minutes with Nature and a Script
(see 11/2 for details)
21 • Saturday Junior Naturalist: Things That Go Hoot in the Night
Join us the third Saturday of every month. This month, meet our resident owls and learn all about these elusive nighttime creatures. 10 – 11:15 a.m. Nature Education Building Ages: 6 – 10 years with adult Terrain: moderate trails, up to 1 mile
NOVEMBER PROGRAMS BY LOCATION
Toboggan Chutes in Mill Stream Run Reservation Dog Hike
Bring your best furry friend to the park for some exercise and socialization and we hike wooded trails. All dogs must be leashed. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Terrain: moderate, some hills, 3 – 3.5 miles Ohio Mammals Drop-In
Drop in to see a wide variety of mammal skulls pelts and mounts. Compare the softness of the fur of a beaver and coyote, and learn about some of the mammals that live in our parks and neighborhoods. 2 – 3:30 p.m.
22 • Sunday Drop-In: Owls
Some of Ohio’s most common birds are rarely seen. Drop in and meet an owl up-close and discover some interesting facts about these nighttime hunters. 1 – 3 p.m. Nature Education Building
Youngest Photographer Show Opening
Enjoy some nature photos taken by our youngest photographers, all under seven years old. Today, we invite you and the photographers and their families to celebrate this show’s opening with, what else, cookies and milk! 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
25 • Wednesday Sprouts: Growing Kids and Wonder, Naturally
( see 11/11 for details) 1 – 2 p.m. Register online by November 23
28 • Saturday Hemlock Hike
Take a relaxing hike along a steep, hemlock-lined ravine and maybe get a glimpse of a pileated woodpecker, barred owl or cooper’s hawk. 2 – 3:30 p.m. Terrain: moderate, some hills 3 – 3.5 miles
Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation 25 • Wednesday Thankful Fire
Join us around the campfire as we give thanks for the many experiences and people in our lives. Everyone will get a ‘thank you pinecone’ to add to our fire. We’ll also roast marshmallows. Bring a chair or blanket to sit around the campfire. 6 – 7 p.m. Fee: $2, under 5 years free Register online beginning November 2 216-206-1000
Rocky River Reservation 14 • Saturday American Red Cross Pet First Aid
Pet First Aid teaches participants emergency care procedures for cats and dogs and provides tips for keeping your pet happy and healthy. Training conducted on canine and feline manikins give a more realistic experience in providing care. 1 – 4 p.m. Park Operations Administration
Fee: $45 (includes Dog or Cat First Aid Book/DVD) $60 (includes Dog and Cat First Aid Books/DVDs) Register by November 11 440-331-8111
21 • Saturday Olmsted Historical Society Holidays at Frostville Museum
All buildings will be open displaying period holiday decorations. Visit Father Christmas, storytelling, children’s crafts and horse drawn carriage rides. Join us for a sing-a-long and music. Get something extra special for the holidays at our general store. 4 – 8 p.m. Frostville Museum olmstedhistoricalsociety.org
22 • Sunday Olmsted Historical Society Holidays at Frostville Museum
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
(see 11/21 for details)
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First People Festival Saturday, November 21 • 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, North Olmsted Ever wonder who were the first people that lived in Ohio? Find out what we know about these past cultures, how they have changed over time and explore the ways people lived on and with the land. • Traditional face painting • Grind corn using native methods • Enjoy fascinating displays of artifacts and tools • American Indian crafts • Primitive artifacts
2 • Monday Southwest Camera Club Casablanca and Morocco
Join club member John Holian for a program on the medieval towns of Rabat, Fez and Marrakesh, the Middle and High Atlas Mountains, and a camel ride into the Sahara Desert. Traditional architecture and culture featured. 7:30 – 9 p.m.
3 • Tuesday
• Arrowheads and stone tools
Auditorium Talks Prehistoric Flora & Fauna in Northeast Ohio – Karen Lakus Ohio Inhabitants From Paleo to Present – Bob Zahirsky Stone Tool Technology – Dan Minard Captain Wolf of the Lenapi – John Burke
Fort Hill Hikes • 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. Climb to the top of Fort Hill to learn a little about the lives of the people who lived in this area long ago. Terrain: many stairs, 1.5 miles
Deerskin Pouches • Noon – 4 p.m. Make your own deerskin pouch. Drop in anytime while supplies last. Fee: $5
Rocky River Nature Center
Rocky River Reservation continued
Open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 24000 Valley Parkway North Olmsted 440-734-6660
25 • Wednesday Get Outside
Explore fall flora and fauna of a lagoon with Naturalist Marty Calabrese. This shallow body of still water is fed by the plentiful flow of Rocky River. 10 – 11 a.m. Lagoon Picnic Area Terrain: wet, muddy, 1 mile 440-734-6660
Tracks and Traces
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield to scour the autumn woods for signs of wildlife. From mink tracks to beaver chews, come out and play nature’s daily “hide and seek.” 3 – 4 p.m. Terrain: small hill, 1.25 miles
1 • Sunday Gallery Wall – Marge Gulley
Marge Gulley offers a collection of images, primarily of local wildlife, created in pen and ink and watercolor. Through November 30. 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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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 then head outside for a hike. Older siblings welcome. 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Ages: 3 years & under with adult Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile Register online October 19 – November 3 Trout Unlimited: Fighting and Landing Big Browns
Steve Skvarka will explain the techniques utilized to battle large salmonids and land them effectively. 7 – 9 p.m. Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Ohio Bird Conservation Initiative (OBCI)
Amanda Duren will share how OBCI builds strong and diverse conservation partnerships. Some of OBCI’s priority programs will be discussed, including Ohio Lights Out, a highway nest box trail for American kestrels, and encouraging forest management for birds. 7:30 – 9 p.m.
6 • Friday Nature in November
Hike with Naturalist Beth Whiteley through a variety of habitats. We’ll look and listen for wildlife as they
make preparations for the long winter months ahead. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Terrain: mostly flat, 2 miles
9 • Monday Cuyahoga Astronomical Association The State of the Universe: From the Big Bang to the Milky Way
Professor Glenn Starkman spent a year working at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN in Switzerland. He’ll discuss how modern cosmology has developed and married the fields of astronomy and physics. 7:30 – 9 p.m.
11 • Wednesday Northern Ohio Association of Herpetologists (NOAH) Spotted Turtle Conservation Update
Spotted turtles are a threatened Ohio species and local groups have partnered for their conservation. David Kriska from The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Veterinarian Dr. Gary Riggs will provide an update on the work to save this turtle. 6:30 – 8 p.m. Greater Cleveland Beekeepers Association
Learn how to breed and rear queen bees for sale and your own use, including equipment needed and step-by-step instructions. 7 – 9 p.m.
14• Saturday Birding Bus Trip: Birds of the North Shore
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield on a birding excursion during prime late-fall migration to seek waterfowl, gulls and more along the Northeast Ohio coastline. This is the key time to find highlysought-after species, and to get to grips with identifying waterbirds that stage en masse on Lake Erie. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center parking lot Fee: $59 (includes transportation and lunch) Register online beginning November 2 at 9:30 a.m.
NOVEMBER PROGRAMS BY LOCATION 15 • Sunday Bird Banding at Rocky River Nature Center
Better than binoculars, see intricate details of birds as we capture and band birds from the feeder. Drop in and learn about bird banding, an essential tool for learning about our feathered friends. Program cancelled during rain. 9:30 a.m. – noon River Readers
Join Naturalist Joni Norris as the River Readers review Letters from Sawdust by Isabelle Klein and Gathering Moss by Robin Wall Kimmerer. No time to read this month? Listeners are always welcome. 2 – 4 p.m. Ages: adult
16 • Monday Little Explorers: Let’s Talk Turkey
It’s turkey time! What do wild turkeys eat? Where do they sleep? What do they sound like? We’ll have songs, stories, crafts and outdoor exploration. 10 – 11:15 a.m. or 1 – 2:15 p.m. Ages: 3 – 5 years with adult Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile Register online November 3 – 14 Southwest Camera Club Lines and Nature
Join us for our digital and print image competition. Let our judge’s photographic knowledge inspire you to improve your photography when they discuss important elements of each image. 7:30 – 9 p.m.
20 • Friday Beavers Under the Moon
This month is called the Full Beaver Moon due to the extra activity of these elusive, nocturnal creatures. Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder to discover some fun natural history facts and seek out beaver preparing for the months ahead. 6 – 7:30 p.m. Terrain: natural surface, 0.5 mile
21 • Saturday Rock the River Geology Bus Tour
Join Naturalist Bev Walborn and Baldwin Wallace University Geology professor, Paul Hilston on this unique tour of the Rocky River Valley. The rocks will tell the story of the oceans, glaciers and lakes that formed the natural spaces of Rocky River Reservation. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center parking lot Ages: adult Fee: $59, includes transportation and lunch Terrain: some stairs and hills Register online beginning September 30 at 9:30 a.m.
22 • Sunday
spree mayhem. Come for a brisk walk up the Fort Hill stairs and a walk through the rich oak forest overlooking the river. 10 – 11 a.m. Terrain: 140 stairs, 1.5 miles
28 • Saturday Homemade Suet
Learn an easy, inexpensive way to make bird feed cakes. Bring a large muffin tin. We will provide the ingredients. While our treats cool we will try to locate some of our wintering species on a brief hike. 10:30 a.m. – noon Ages: adult, families Fee: $3 per muffin tin Register online beginning November 1
River Poets
Join Naturalist Joni Norris as we gather to read outstanding nature poetry. Read a sample of your own poetry or simply come, listen and be inspired. Noon – 1 p.m. Ages: adult A Changing Season Hike
Join us to investigate the changing of the seasons. Buds to blooms and green to white, what will change as you walk the same trails through December? Bring along a notebook to write down some interesting tidbits. 1 – 2 p.m. Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile
24 • Tuesday Discovering Nature: Turkeys
Wild turkeys have been roaming the woodlands of Ohio since the time of the earliest settlers. Join Naturalist Bev Walborn on an adventure just for preschoolers to explore the woodland habitat of wild turkeys looking and listening for signs of our feathered friends. 10 – 10:30 a.m. Ages: 2 – 6 years with adult Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile
27 • Friday The Best Deal in Town: Nature’s Gifts
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield on a short escape into the woods of the Rocky River valley, away from traffic jams and shopping
South Chagrin Reservation 8 • Sunday
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 West Creek Reservation
3 • Tuesday Piecing Together a Planet Party
Volcanic eruptions, the ebb and flow of seasons, the movement of glaciers – we can learn about the earth when we view it from outer space. Join this action-packed, school’s-off day by celebrating our home planet and creating a volcanic explosion. 1 – 2:30 p.m. Ages: 7 years & over with adult Register by October 31
6 • Friday Friday Film: Climate Refugees
Autumn Splendor Hike
Join Naturalist Wendy Weirich for a closer look at autumn in the Chagrin Valley. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Jackson Field Terrain: mostly flat, may be muddy, 1.5 miles 216-881-8141 ext. 3004
15 • Sunday Nature Hike
Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese to traverse a hilly trail through a forest more typical of a northern climate. It’s prime time for bird and mammal watching as north winds strip the landscape of the last brilliantly-colored fall leaves. 2 – 3 p.m. Sulphur Springs Picnic Area Terrain: moderate, dirt trails, 1 mile 440-473-3370
22 • Sunday
This film puts a human face on the many impacts of climate change. Featuring interviews with major political figures, including Newt Gingrich and John Kerry, it avoids discussion of the causes of climate change and instead focuses on its destabilizing effects on international politics. 7 – 8:30 p.m.
7 • Saturday Clouds & Weather
There are plenty of electronic weather forecasting applications, but people have an aptitude for predicting weather as well. Learn how observing clouds and other environmental cues can help you predict what’s coming up in the outdoors. Stay to view the National Park Art exhibit. 10 a.m. – noon Ages: 16 years & over Terrain: easy, 0.5 mile
The Other Beaten Path
Join Naturalist Carly Martin for a hike to follow the wooded trails. Wear sturdy footwear for this walk. 10 a.m. – noon. The Arboretum Terrain: 2 miles 440-473-3370
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Watershed Stewardship Center continued
10 • Tuesday Piecing Together a Composting Plan
Reduce your ecological footprint on our blue planet by creating a simple compost plan. It’s easy and rewarding to compost your way to a more sustainable lifestyle. Guest educator Kathleen Rocco offers great tips for a composting plan that works for you. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
11 • Wednesday Piecing Together Climate Change: Facts and Fiction
Have you heard conflicting views on global climate change? Naturalist Matt Knittel will explore common misconceptions about climate change and discuss the scientific evidence. 1 – 2:30 p.m.
12 • Thursday Seed Cleaning Workshop
Help clean native seeds collected in the fall throughout Cleveland Metroparks. Species may include swamp and common milkweed, mountain mint, blue vervain, monkey flower, buttonbush and various grasses and sedges. These seeds will be used in future restoration projects. 6 – 8 p.m. Ages: adult Register by phone or online
14 • Saturday
15 • Sunday Piecing Together a Quilters’ Mini-Expo
As a finale to the Piecing Together a Changing Planet exhibit, we are hosting a mini-expo. Local quilters and fabric artists display their finest wares and present demonstrations. Take in the breathtaking juried quilt show before it leaves town. Noon – 4 p.m.
West Creek Reservation 8 • Sunday Beginners Birding
Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair to learn the basics of birding on a short morning hike. We’ll discuss how to spot birds using binoculars and identify field marks of common birds. 9 – 10:30 a.m. Center Park Trailhead Terrain: moderate, one hill, 1 mile 440-887-1968
13 • Friday Cool Cool-weather Changes
Through Sunday, November 15 Tuesday – Saturday • 10 a.m . – 4:30 p.m. Sunday • Noon – 4:30 p.m. Watershed Stewardship Center West Creek Reservation A juried art show of 26 original art quilts created by 22 Florida artists titled Piecing Together a Changing Planet, highlights some of the many ways that America’s 401 National Parks are being impacted by climate change, water pollution, air pollution and other human-caused phenomena. Piecing Together a Changing Planet is part of the celebration of the National Park Service’s Centennial in 2016. Custom programs focus on climate change and fabric arts during the exhibition. Visit clevemandmetroparks.com/wsc for details. For information about the national tour, visit nationalparkartexhibit.com. Piecing Together a Changing Planet was created by Studio Art Quilt Associates – Florida, in association with Biscayne National Park through the support of the National Park Service’s Climate Change Response Program, Les Bouquinistes Book Club, South Florida National Parks Trust and an anonymous donor.
How do plants and animals prepare for the coming winter? Join Naturalist Matt Knittel for an afternoon hike to observe how our flora and fauna plan for the cold and snow. 4 – 5:30 p.m. Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Terrain: moderate, 1.5 miles 440-887-1968
17 • Tuesday
Apple Eaters
Awesome Autumn Den Sites
Do worms really chew through apples? Join Naturalist Mark Warman as we investigate growth of the delicious fruit and the living organisms that would love to take a bite of it. As a crop researcher for a day, taste test different apples to compare desirable qualities. 1 – 2:30 p.m. Ages: families Register by November 12
As the last leaves fall, how does the forest prepare for winter? Let’s search the floodplains for signs of animals preparing for the winter. 3 – 5 p.m. Dentzler Road Trailhead Terrain: moderate, slight hills, 3 miles 440-887-1968
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21 • Saturday
22 • Sunday
White-tailed Hike
West Creek Front to Back
November belongs to the whitetailed deer. Join Naturalist Mark Warman as we look for bucks and does. We’ll explore natural and human-altered habitat for the large mammals, including two former landfills. 2 – 3:30 p.m. Center Park Trailhead Terrain: moderate, some hills, 1.5 miles 440-887-1968
Join a naturalist for a brisk hike on some lesser-traveled trails. We’ll start at the north end of West Creek Reservation, crossing several cool-water bridges, and work our way to its southernmost reaches, and back again. 2 – 5 p.m. Keystone Picnic Shelter parking area Ages: 13 years & over Terrain: moderate, hills, 7.5 miles 440-887-1968
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Overnight at the Zoo
What’s in the Water?
Get a snapshot of the health of West Creek with Naturalist Mark Warman. Lower a bucket into the creek to take water samples. Learn about citizen science through water monitoring. Dress for the weather. Warm drinks provided afterward. 1 – 3 p.m. Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Terrain: level, 1.5 miles 440-887-1968 Twilight Turkey Trek
Need to burn off some Thanksgiving calories? Join a naturalist-led, quick-paced hike through West Creek Reservation. We’ll keep our eyes and ears ready to observe wildlife and the beautiful changing scenery. 4 – 5 p.m. Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Terrain: moderate, one steep hill, 3 miles 440-887-1968
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Daily Keeper for a Day
Become a part of the specialized care that Zoo animals receive for a hands-on experience you won’t forget. Not available November 25 – 29. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fee: $200 Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx
Tuesday – Sunday Inside Tracks
Learn fun-filled facts on animal care, behavior, conservation and explore four animal areas on a golf cart. May include training sessions and get-close opportunities with animals, and behindthe-scenes tours. Not available November 25 – 30. 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fee: $50 Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx
Choose a wild overnight experiences. Night Tracks has a North American theme. Sleeping space for this program is the Wolf Lodge or Reinberger Education building. 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. Fee: $38 Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx 216-635-3391
4 • Wednesday
10 • Tuesday Homeschool Program – Reptiles and Amphibians
This fun and interactive program complements science curriculums for homeschooled students. They might be slimy and slithery, but they play an important role. 10 – 11:30 a.m., grade K – 3 Noon – 1:30 p.m. grade 4 – 8 Fee: $10/$8 zoo member Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx 216-635-3391
Preschool Safari – Animal Senses
We use our body parts to see, smell, taste, touch and hear. Animals use their body parts to do the same things but in some much different ways. Would you use your ears to see? How about your feet to taste or your tongue to smell? Some animals do. Come explore how animals use their five senses. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Ages: families, 5 years & under Fee: $15/$10 zoo member Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx 216-635-3391
7 • Saturday Cub Scout Wildlife Conservation Badge Overnight at the Zoo
Would you like to sleep over at the Zoo, hike the park at night, get close to the animals and take a behind-the-scenes tour? Then round up your pack, troop, horde, pride, colony or herd for a night you’ll never forget! 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. Fee: $38 Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx 216-635-3391
Preschool Safari – Animal Care
Do you know a little zoo enthusiast that loves to take care of animals? Come learn what it takes to care for animals at the Sarah Allison Steffee Center for Zoological Medicine. Here, our budding veterinarians can learn about animal care through hands-on activities and tools-ofthe-trade while having some fun caring for their favorite animal. Visitors might even get to sneak a peek at a treatment procedure in process. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Ages: families, 5 years & under Fee: $15/$10 zoo member Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx
20 • Friday Girl Scout Bugs and Habitats Overnight at the Zoo
Would you like to sleep over at the Zoo, hike the park at night, get close to the animals and take a behind-the-scenes tour? Then round up your pack, troop, horde, pride, colony or herd for a night you’ll never forget! 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. Fee: $38 Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx 216-635-3391
24 • Tuesday Preschool Safari – What’s For Dinner
Chomp! Crunch! Slurp! Animals eat all kinds of different foods. Do you like to eat any of the same things? Discover your dietary similarities (and differences) on this epicurean adventure! 10 – 11:30 a.m. Ages: families, 5 years & under Fee: $15/$10 zoo member Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx
14 • Saturday Scout Vet Badge Overnight at the Zoo
Would you like to sleep over at the Zoo, hike the park at night, get close to the animals and take a behind-the-scenes tour? Then round up your pack, troop, horde, pride, colony or herd for a night you’ll never forget! 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. Fee: $38 Registration required clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/ learn1.aspx 216-635-3391
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A Look Ahead NoonYear’s Eve
December Days December 26 – 30 • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Need a fun activity for the family while the kids are home on winter break? December Days at the Zoo has special seasonal activities including crafts, cookie decorating, live music in The RainForest and Wolf Wilderness and meet-the-keeper sessions. Free with Zoo admission For more information call 216-661-6500.
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Noon Year’s Eve Thursday, December 31 • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Celebrate the New Year at a family-friendly time. The ball drops at noon over the Welcome Plaza. Let your party animals party with our animals with activities including a countdown to noon, music and dancing, ice sculpting demonstrations. For more information call 216-661-6500.
Cleveland Metroparks Directory Administrative Offices
216-635-3200/general Cleveland Metroparks information - 24-hours a day. 4101 Fulton Parkway Cleveland, OH 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 440-331-5530
Accidents or Emergencies 440-333-4911 Parkway Alert Line (PAL) 440-331-5963
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo & The RainForest 216-661-6500/24-hour information. 3900 Wildlife Way Cleveland, OH 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 Marketing & Public Relations 216-635-3229 School Group Reservations 216-635-3391 Groups/Parties/Private Events/ Facility Rentals 216-635-3304 Cleveland Zoological Society 216-661-6500, ext. 4421
Outdoor Recreation Chalet/Tobogganing Mill Stream Run Reservation Strongsville 440-572-9990 Cross-Country Ski Rental 440-331-1070 Programs 216-341-1704
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
Golf
Golf Tee Reservations (24 hours) and directions, hours, fees etc. 216-635-3673 Golf Services – general course info 440-232-7247 Big Met Golf Course Rocky River Reservation 4811 Valley Parkway Fairview Park 440-331-1070 Food Service/Catering: Big Met Grille 440-333-5575 Little Met Golf Course Rocky River Reservation 18599 Old Lorain Road Cleveland 216-941-9672 Manakiki Golf Course North Chagrin Reservation 35501 Eddy Road Willoughby Hills 440-942-2500 Food Service/Catering: Dino’s 216-342-4767 Mastick Woods Golf Course Rocky River Reservation 19900 Puritas Road Cleveland 216-267-5626 Food Service/Catering: Double Eagle Cafe 216-267-5626 Seneca Golf Course Brecksville Reservation 975 Valley Parkway Broadview Heights 440-526-0043 Food Service/Catering: Back 9 Grille 440-546-1555 Shawnee Hills Golf Course Bedford Reservation 18753 Egbert Road Bedford 440-232-7184 Food Service/Catering: Shawnee Hills Grille 440-786-7587 Sleepy Hollow Golf Course Brecksville Reservation 9445 Brecksville Road Brecksville 440-526-4285 Food Service/Catering: Theo’s of Sleepy Hollow 440-546-1555 Washington Golf Course Washington Reservation 3841 Washington Park Blvd. Newburgh Heights 216-641-1864
Outdoor Experiences
Outdoor Experiences Administration 216-881-8141 ext. 3005 Outdoor Recreation 216-341-1704 EcoExplorers 216-206-1000 Garfield Park Center Garfield Park Reservation 11350 Broadway Avenue Garfield Heights 216-206-1000 Historical Interpretation 440-786-8530 Look About Lodge South Chagrin Reservation 37374 Miles Rd. Bentleyville 440-473-3370
NatureTracks Education Unit 216-341-1707 Voyageur Canoe Paddle Wallace/Hinckley Lakes 440-786-8530 Youth Outdoors 216-206-1010
Education Centers CanalWay Center Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation 4524 E. 49th Street Cuyahoga Heights 216-206-1000 Brecksville Nature Center Brecksville Reservation 9000 Chippewa Creek Drive Brecksville 440-526-1012 North Chagrin Nature Center North Chagrin Reservation 3037 SOM Center Road Willloughby Hills 440-473-3370 Rocky River Nature Center Rocky River Reservation 24000 Valley Parkway North Olmsted 440-734-6660 Watershed Stewardship Center at West Creek West Creek Reservation 2277 W. Ridgewood Dr. Parma 440-887-1968
Restaurant
Merwin’s Wharf 1785 Merwin Ave Cleveland 216-664-5696
Swimming
440-331-8111 Hotline 216-635-3383 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 216-431-3280 Food Service/Catering: e.55 216-431-3349
Emerald Necklace Marina Rocky River Reservation 1500 Scenic Park Drive Lakewood 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 Chagrin Valley Trails and Riding Club South Chagrin Reservation 216-635-3200 Cleveland Natural Science Club 440-247-4005 or 440-247-0151 Crooked River Archers 216-600-8028 Huntington Playhouse Huntington Reservation 440-871-8333 huntingtonplayhouse.com Olmsted Historical Society Rocky River Reservation 216-501-3345 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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Chalet Toboggan Chutes Come on out and enjoy another heart–pumping season of icy tobogganing fun on Northeast Ohio’s ultimate winter thrill ride at the Chalet Toboggan Chutes – the only public ice chutes in Ohio! This season of icy fun kicks off on opening day with special holiday hours Friday, November 27, starting at noon through 10:30 pm. An all day pass for adults is $12 and $10 for children, 11 & under. Single ride passes are $6. Group rates for 20 or more people are available. Groups must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance (not valid for season pass holders).
Season Passes: $60 for adults. $50 for children, 11 & under. Family pass (for up to four) $150. A 20% discount rate applies for all passes purchased November 1 – 26, 2015. In addition to your discounted season pass rate, receive a special gift pack, available for season passes purchased before December 24. (while supplies last). Call the Chalet for details. All riders must wear gloves or mittens. Children, ages 11 & under must be at least 42” tall to ride and must be accompanied by an adult.
Regular Tobogganing Hours are: Thursdays • 6 – 10 p.m. (January, February and March 2016, excluding holiday hours) Fridays • 6 – 10:30 p.m. Saturdays • Noon – 10:30 p.m. Sundays • Noon – 5 p.m. Visit clevelandmetroparks.com for holiday hours or call 440-572-9990.
COME OUT AND PLAY
Private Group Rentals at the Chalet Toboggan Chutes Book your company party, school trip, church outing or club get-together at the Chalet Toboggan Chutes – celebrating more than 40 years of nature’s wild ride on the only public ice chutes in Ohio! The Chalet Recreation Area can be rented for exclusive private use during non-public hours – including riding down the ice toboggan chutes – just for your group. Great dates still available. Call the Chalet at 440-572-9990 for more information and to make reservations. Enjoy an outing at the Chalet Toboggan Chutes all to yourselves! The Chalet Toboggan Chutes are located at 16200 Valley Parkway in Mill Stream Run Reservation, between Routes 42 and 82 in Strongsville.