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Sunday, July 24 0 a.m. – 2 p.m. & – 3 p.m.
RANDOM ACT OF MUSIC
NIMISILA RESERVOIR KAYAK
Weather permitting, the all-volunteer Metro Parks Ensemble will perform an hour of traditional marches, big band standards and oldies. Concert cancelled if it rains. If wet weather is in the forecast, call 330-865-8060 after 4 p.m. for status. LP/Twinsburg Ledges:
Friday, July 22, 9 – :30 p.m.
METRO PARKS FAMILY TREE: BERT SZABO Enjoy stories from the park district’s first naturalist, Bert Szabo. From the first Fall Hiking Spree to the animals that used to live at the Nature Realm, Bert will share some of his most memorable experiences. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
LI’L SPROUTS Children 3 and older can learn how easy it is to make tea from the garden! Please bring a mason jar with a lid if you have one. Wear old clothes and expect to get dirty. FASN/ Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
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Join naturalists while they are attracting moths to black lights, and observe the insects’ amazingly beautiful colors, shapes and patterns up close. Bring a flashlight and camera. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
Registration ends soon for an August day camp!
Twinsburg
Tuesday, August 9 – Thursday, August , 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
Saturday, July 23, 9:30 – a.m.
WHAT’S UNDER THAT ROCK?
SUMMER CAMP: WILD THINGS
Ever hear of crayfish, clams, dragonflies, water beetles or mayflies? Come and look for them under rocks in the Cuyahoga River.
Ages 9-0. Cost is $50/child. Registration ends July 26: 330-865-8065.
FERN WALK
Wednesday, July 27, 7 – 9 p.m.
Join a naturalist to learn about some of Ohio’s native ferns, and discover how to identify them by their structure and habitat.
MEET ME IN THE GARDEN Sunday, July 24, – 2:30 p.m. Join a naturalist for this month’s lively discussion of “Silent Spring” by Rachel Carson. Drinks are provided. Please bring a mug. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Go out and run! June to August 3
FrEE for Summit County residents. runningspree.summitmetroparks.org
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Join the Master Gardeners of Summit County to learn how rain gardens can beautify your yard, support wildlife and help prevent flooding. Presented by Michelle Studer, director of facilities and grounds at the Akron Zoo. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Thursday, July 28, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Tuesday, July 26 – Thursday, July 28 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily Run six times in the Metro Parks to earn a race medal and ribbon.
SMALL FOOTPRINT: UPCYCLING Shop ’til you drop . . . at garage sales. Discuss upcycling and how to make the most of trash day. Bring a notebook and a head full of ideas.
SUMMER CAMP: NATURE’S CLUES Kids 7 and 8 can register for this exciting three-day drop-off camp. Investigate nature’s clues using the five senses with fun, hands-on experiences in the outdoors. Cost is $50/ child. FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield
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FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Akron MArAthon rACE SEriES Check for scheduled group runs to earn spree credit.
Friday, July 29, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 30, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
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Avast, me hearties! Wear your pirate gear for a treasure hunt and good buccaneer fun! F/Little Turtle Pond: 2400 Harrington Rd., Akron
Discover why these ancient insects are so cool! Some nets will be available to brave hunters. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd.,
THIS MONTH:
Friday, July 29, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
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THYME FOR DINNER: CAMPFIRE COOKING
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Saturday, July 2, 9:30 – :30 a.m.
FASN/Campfire Area: 828 Smith Rd., Akron (7/0)
Sunday, July 3, – 3 p.m.
Have you seen any mushrooms popping up these days? Join a naturalist on a leisurely hike in search of these interesting “fun guys.” Edibles are not a part of the program.
NATURE’S MAGIC ACT
FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield
Saturday, July 30, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
SURVIVOR FAMILY
Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield (7/5)
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GOODYEAR HEIGHTS METRO PARK
Visit our website for details about summer concerts at Goodyear Heights Metro Park, presented by the City of Akron: summitmetroparks.org
M is for metamorphosis, not magic. Come and learn the importance of caterpillars: their shapes, sizes, colors, and how they magically transform. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 3, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
COOKING WITH HERBS Herbs are an easy, healthy way to add flavor to your meals. Enjoy an afternoon in the Rock & Herb Garden sampling herbal culinary creations. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
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Saturday, July 2, – 2:30 p.m.
Monday, July 4, – 2:30 p.m.
ARCHERY FOR ADULTS
BUTTERFLY WALK
Adults 6 and older can learn internationalstyle target archery and test their marksmanship at our traveling outdoor range. Program good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and handson instruction provided. SC/Archery Range:
Discover beautiful butterflies celebrating their independence. Nets and jars will be available for you to catch, observe and then release the butterflies. Wear sun protection and dress for possible poison ivy. FASN: 828
89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown
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Learn how to spice up your outdoor cooking. Participants will see and taste a new spin on utilizing pie irons and Dutch ovens.
Saturday, July 23, – 3 p.m.
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Friday, July 22, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
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Paddle a portion of Nimsila’s reservoir with an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist to learn paddle strokes and safety and to see wildlife around the water. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Space is limited. NR: 694 Christman Rd., Green
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Thursday, July 2, 7 – 9 p.m.
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Saturday, July 2, 0:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
ARCHERY FOR KIDS Children 9 to 5 join us to learn international-style target archery at our traveling outdoor range. Program good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 50 inches or taller.
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Sunday, July 3, – 2:30 p.m.
FLYING JEWELS Join friends and family to search for insects that are more colorful than fireworks. All ages are welcome. Some jars and nets provided. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Tuesday, July 5, 3 – 7:30 p.m.
MUSIC BY THE LAKE Enjoy free lake swimming from 3 to 7 p.m. and a one-hour concert by the Metro Parks Ensemble near Maple Beach Shelter at 6:30 p.m. Concert cancelled if it rains. Call 330-865-8060 if wet weather is in the forecast. MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Sunday, July 3, – 3 p.m.
RECEPTION FOR ARTIST CRAIG GRIFFIN
Tuesday, July 5, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Join us in celebrating the art exhibit of Craig Griffin. We are showcasing acrylic paintings and prints inspired by wildlife and landscape portraiture through December 206. FASN:
Earn Running Spree credit on a group run led by staff from the Akron Marathon.
RUNNING SPREE: GROUP RUN TT/Memorial Pkwy: 499 Memorial Pkwy., Akron
828 Smith Rd., Akron
SC/Archery Range: 89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown (6/24)
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Your Metro Parks are funded by a small Summit County real-estate tax. These programs and events are examples of your public dollars at work.
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P RO G R A M S & E V E N T S BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS Herbert Newman Chair Joel D. Bailey Tonya Block Mark A. Spisak Jane Bond Lisa King Executive Director EDITORS Nathan Eppink Chief of Community Engagement Mike Greene Education & Recreation Manager DESIGN & ART DIRECTION Jennie Levy Graphic Design Coordinator Karl Simonson Graphic Design Coordinator Summit Metro Parks 975 Treaty Line Rd., Akron, OH 4433-5837 330-867-55 F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm: 330-865-8065 Visitors Center: 0 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Liberty Park: 330-487-0493 Nature Center: 0 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Seasonal Information: 330-865-8060 Volunteer Information: 330-865-8047
Thursday, July 7, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
NATURE’S NUMBERS
SMALL FOOTPRINT: UPCYCLING
Learn nature’s numbers while searching the park for all things countable! Recommended for children ages 3 to 7. MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Jeff Hill Tami Hill Bob Roach Sharon Stump Rob Vaughn
This guide is mailed free of charge to Summit County residents. To join the mailing list, send your name and mailing address to marketing@summitmetroparks.org or call 330-867-55.
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Shop ’til you drop . . . at garage sales. Discuss upcycling and how to make the most of trash day. Bring a notebook and a head full of ideas. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions join a naturalist to learn about the many colors of nature. Program includes a short hike and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Friday, July 0:30 – :30 a.m. & – 2 p.m. FASN/Visitors Center 828 Smith Rd., Akron (6/4)
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Thursday, July 7, 7 – 8 p.m. Enjoy a gentle yoga practice on Seneca Deck with a certified instructor. FASN/Seneca Deck:
Wednesday, July 6, 8:30 – 0 p.m.
828 Smith Rd., Akron
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BATS: CREATURES OF THE NIGHT
Friday, July 8, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
Mysterious and often misunderstood, bats are one of the most fascinating creatures of the night. Join staff to learn about these flying mammals. Nets will be set up to try to catch live bats for observation and data collection.
Children 3 and older can discover just how important water is to a plant. Wear old clothes and expect to get a little wet! FASN/
GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
Friday, July 8, 8 – 9:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 7, 9:30 – 0 a.m.
LI’L SPROUTS
Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Look for nocturnal wildlife on a short hike, then gather around the campfire and roast marshmallows, while supplies last.
Young children and their adult companions will enjoy this interactive, nature-inspired story time intended for ages 8 months to 3 years. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
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DROP-IN NATURE CRAFTS All ages join a naturalist for nature-crafting fun. Each week a new craft will be presented. Please dress for a mess. FASN/Seneca Deck:
FASN/Campfire Area: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Thursday, July 2 0:30 – :30 a.m. LP/Nature Center 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg (6/4)
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Saturday, July 30 0:30 – :30 a.m. FASN/Visitors Center 828 Smith Rd., Akron (6/4)
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LEDGES TRAIL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
SATURDAY SUMMER CONCERT: VICTORIA PARKS
SUMMER CAMP: CRAZY FOR CAMOUFLAGE
We’ll hike Ledges Trail each month this year, taking a photographic record of the seasonal changes that happen. In December we’ll come in from the cold and review the year in pictures. You can take your own pictures or just enjoy the hikes. This trail is not recommended for strollers. LP/Twinsburg
Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy this free concert by Victoria Parks, a songwriter known for her funny songs, folk rock and Celtic-influenced music. If it rains, the concert will be moved to the shelter. LP/
Kids 5 and 6 can register for this exciting three-day drop-off camp. We will explore the exciting world of camouflage with fun, hands-on experiences in the outdoors. Cost is $50/child. Must have completed kindergarten. FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend
Ledges: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Saturday, July 9, 9 – :30 p.m.
FIREFLIES: NATURE’S NIGHT LIGHTS Learn how these amazing “bugs” light up the summer sky. After a short presentation, we’ll take a walk to look for fireflies and other creatures of the night. Bring a bug jar, flashlight and insect repellent. GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
Thursday, July 28
Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Rd., Richfield
National Moth Week is later this month. Join a naturalist for a preview of the beautiful colors, shapes and patterns of these amazing creatures. Bring a flashlight and camera. Adell Durbin Park: 3300 Darrow Rd., Stow
Saturday, July 9, 0 a.m. – 2 p.m.
CUB’S CLUB: INSECTS
GORGE KAYAK
Ages 7 to will explore the field and forest to learn about insects. LP/Nature Center:
Paddle the Cuyahoga River at the Gorge to see towering rock ledges and breathtaking scenery from your kayak. Led by an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Bring binoculars, drinking water and sunscreen, and dress to get wet. Space is limited. G/Main Entrance: 60 Front
9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
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Saturday, July 9 0 – :30 a.m. & – 2:30 p.m. Paddle on the 50-acre lake with an ACAcertified instructor and a naturalist to learn paddle strokes and safety and to see wildlife around the water. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Space is limited. SC/Boathouse: 57 S. Medina Line Rd., Norton
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Sunday, July 0, a.m. – p.m.
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Tuesday, July 2, :30 a.m. – p.m.
PAPER CRAFTING
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FASN F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm F Firestone FR Furnace Run FT Freedom Trail
GYH Goodyear Heights G Gorge HH Hampton Hills LP Liberty Park
Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 0, – 2:30 p.m.
FLINT KNAPPING Paul Wischt from the Cuyahoga Valley Archeology Society will demonstrate the ancient skill of flint knapping and share the different spear points used by early American Indians. FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Monday, July , 9 – 0:30 a.m.
WEEKDAY WALKERS
SFB Springfield Bog SR Sand Run TT Towpath Trail WH Wood Hollow
MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Sunday, July 7, 2 – 2 p.m.
QUEST FOR QUERCUS The Chuckery Area is home to at least seven of Ohio’s 20 different oak species. How many can we find?
WILDLIFE REHABILITATION: OPERATION ORPHAN Join Fran Kitchen and her rescued wildlife for an up-close viewing and learning opportunity. Please bring a donation of laundry products or small wicker baskets to help her with injured and orphaned animals. FASN/Seneca
CVS/Chuckery: 837 Cuyahoga St., Akron
Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 7, 2 – 4 p.m.
Go out and RIDE!
SUMMER SALSAS Who needs salsa from a jar? Watch and learn as our cooking volunteers whip up some tasty homemade salsas using only the freshest ingredients. Samples, tips and recipes will be available, while supplies last. FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 7, 7 – 8 p.m.
YOGA IN THE PARK Enjoy an active yoga practice in the beautiful Rock & Herb Garden with a certified instructor. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
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Tuesday, July 2, 3 – 7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 8, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
MUSIC BY THE LAKE
POLLINATORS FOR KIDS
Enjoy free lake swimming from 3 to 7 p.m. and a one-hour concert by the Metro Parks Ensemble at 6:30 p.m. Concert cancelled if it rains. Call 330-865-8060 if wet weather is in the forecast. SC/Bathhouse: 5000 Hametown
Explore the world of pollinators. Some nets and jars provided. Adults must accompany their children. Crown Point Ecology Center:
July to August 3
3220 Ira Rd., Bath
Tuesday, July 9, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Rd., Norton
Enjoy this leisurely stroll along Alder Trail with frequent stops to discover nature along the way. GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
MF Munroe Falls NR Nimisila Reservoir ONW O’Neil Woods SC Silver Creek
Walk Indian Spring Trail in the cool shade and enjoy the natural wonders of this park.
Summit Metro Parks and the Summit County Historical Society take a behindthe-scenes tour of Canal Park along the historic Ohio & Erie Canal. Meet at Lock 3. Participants will receive a sticker to put on their parking stub for free parking. Lock 3:
RUNNING SPREE: GROUP RUN
Thursday, July 4, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
GARDENING THROUGH THE YEAR Akron
BHT Bike & Hike Trail CVN Cascade Valley / North CVS Cascade Valley / South DLQ Deep Lock Quarry
SUMMER STROLL
Register for a half-hour time slot to improve your shot. Participants must have already taken our Intro to Archery and Archery Games programs. All equipment provided. SC/
AKRON HISTORY HIKE: CANAL PARK
Learn how to make nature-inspired paper mosaics from the smallest bits of paper that are usually thrown away. Bring some photos for inspiration. Space is limited. FASN/Visitors
This month we will explore beneficial garden insects. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd.,
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Saturday, July 6, – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, July 2 – Thursday, July 4 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
MOTH NIGHT
Sunday, July 7, 0:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Saturday, July 9, 8:30 – 0 p.m.
Saturday, July 6, 0:30 a.m. – :30 p.m.
Archery Range: 89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown (7/3)
Saturday, July 9, – 2 p.m.
SILVER CREEK KAYAK
Thursday, July 2
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Wednesday, July 20 0:30 – :30 a.m. F/Coventry Oaks 40 Axline Ave., Akron (6/4)
Sunday, July 0 9 – :30 a.m. & 2:30 – 3 p.m.
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FAMILY HIKE & CAMPFIRE
NATURE STORIES
Thursday, July 4
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Monday, July 0:30 – :30 a.m. GYH/Pavilion 2077 Newton St., Akron (6/4)
YOGA IN THE PARK
Thursday, July 7
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Wednesday, July 6, 0 – a.m.
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Complete five rides to receive a bicycle license plate and reflective sticker. (Veteran riders earn a sticker.)
Earn Running Spree credit on a group run led by staff from the Akron Marathon. F/Tuscarawas Meadows: 2620 Harrington Rd., Akron
Forms are available online and at Acme Fresh Market stores.
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P RO G R A M S & E V E N T S
P RO G R A M S & E V E N T S BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS Herbert Newman Chair Joel D. Bailey Tonya Block Mark A. Spisak Jane Bond Lisa King Executive Director EDITORS Nathan Eppink Chief of Community Engagement Mike Greene Education & Recreation Manager DESIGN & ART DIRECTION Jennie Levy Graphic Design Coordinator Karl Simonson Graphic Design Coordinator Summit Metro Parks 975 Treaty Line Rd., Akron, OH 4433-5837 330-867-55 F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm: 330-865-8065 Visitors Center: 0 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Liberty Park: 330-487-0493 Nature Center: 0 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Seasonal Information: 330-865-8060 Volunteer Information: 330-865-8047
Thursday, July 7, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
NATURE’S NUMBERS
SMALL FOOTPRINT: UPCYCLING
Learn nature’s numbers while searching the park for all things countable! Recommended for children ages 3 to 7. MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Jeff Hill Tami Hill Bob Roach Sharon Stump Rob Vaughn
This guide is mailed free of charge to Summit County residents. To join the mailing list, send your name and mailing address to marketing@summitmetroparks.org or call 330-867-55.
The Programs & Events Guide can be downloaded online: summitmetroparks.org
Shop ’til you drop . . . at garage sales. Discuss upcycling and how to make the most of trash day. Bring a notebook and a head full of ideas. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions join a naturalist to learn about the many colors of nature. Program includes a short hike and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Friday, July 0:30 – :30 a.m. & – 2 p.m. FASN/Visitors Center 828 Smith Rd., Akron (6/4)
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Thursday, July 7, 7 – 8 p.m. Enjoy a gentle yoga practice on Seneca Deck with a certified instructor. FASN/Seneca Deck:
Wednesday, July 6, 8:30 – 0 p.m.
828 Smith Rd., Akron
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BATS: CREATURES OF THE NIGHT
Friday, July 8, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
Mysterious and often misunderstood, bats are one of the most fascinating creatures of the night. Join staff to learn about these flying mammals. Nets will be set up to try to catch live bats for observation and data collection.
Children 3 and older can discover just how important water is to a plant. Wear old clothes and expect to get a little wet! FASN/
GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
Friday, July 8, 8 – 9:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 7, 9:30 – 0 a.m.
LI’L SPROUTS
Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Look for nocturnal wildlife on a short hike, then gather around the campfire and roast marshmallows, while supplies last.
Young children and their adult companions will enjoy this interactive, nature-inspired story time intended for ages 8 months to 3 years. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
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DROP-IN NATURE CRAFTS All ages join a naturalist for nature-crafting fun. Each week a new craft will be presented. Please dress for a mess. FASN/Seneca Deck:
FASN/Campfire Area: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Thursday, July 2 0:30 – :30 a.m. LP/Nature Center 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg (6/4)
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Saturday, July 30 0:30 – :30 a.m. FASN/Visitors Center 828 Smith Rd., Akron (6/4)
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LEDGES TRAIL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
SATURDAY SUMMER CONCERT: VICTORIA PARKS
SUMMER CAMP: CRAZY FOR CAMOUFLAGE
We’ll hike Ledges Trail each month this year, taking a photographic record of the seasonal changes that happen. In December we’ll come in from the cold and review the year in pictures. You can take your own pictures or just enjoy the hikes. This trail is not recommended for strollers. LP/Twinsburg
Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy this free concert by Victoria Parks, a songwriter known for her funny songs, folk rock and Celtic-influenced music. If it rains, the concert will be moved to the shelter. LP/
Kids 5 and 6 can register for this exciting three-day drop-off camp. We will explore the exciting world of camouflage with fun, hands-on experiences in the outdoors. Cost is $50/child. Must have completed kindergarten. FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend
Ledges: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Saturday, July 9, 9 – :30 p.m.
FIREFLIES: NATURE’S NIGHT LIGHTS Learn how these amazing “bugs” light up the summer sky. After a short presentation, we’ll take a walk to look for fireflies and other creatures of the night. Bring a bug jar, flashlight and insect repellent. GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
Thursday, July 28
Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Rd., Richfield
National Moth Week is later this month. Join a naturalist for a preview of the beautiful colors, shapes and patterns of these amazing creatures. Bring a flashlight and camera. Adell Durbin Park: 3300 Darrow Rd., Stow
Saturday, July 9, 0 a.m. – 2 p.m.
CUB’S CLUB: INSECTS
GORGE KAYAK
Ages 7 to will explore the field and forest to learn about insects. LP/Nature Center:
Paddle the Cuyahoga River at the Gorge to see towering rock ledges and breathtaking scenery from your kayak. Led by an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Bring binoculars, drinking water and sunscreen, and dress to get wet. Space is limited. G/Main Entrance: 60 Front
9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
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Saturday, July 9 0 – :30 a.m. & – 2:30 p.m. Paddle on the 50-acre lake with an ACAcertified instructor and a naturalist to learn paddle strokes and safety and to see wildlife around the water. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Space is limited. SC/Boathouse: 57 S. Medina Line Rd., Norton
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Sunday, July 0, a.m. – p.m.
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Tuesday, July 2, :30 a.m. – p.m.
PAPER CRAFTING
Registration required: 330-865-8065
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FASN F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm F Firestone FR Furnace Run FT Freedom Trail
GYH Goodyear Heights G Gorge HH Hampton Hills LP Liberty Park
Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 0, – 2:30 p.m.
FLINT KNAPPING Paul Wischt from the Cuyahoga Valley Archeology Society will demonstrate the ancient skill of flint knapping and share the different spear points used by early American Indians. FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Monday, July , 9 – 0:30 a.m.
WEEKDAY WALKERS
SFB Springfield Bog SR Sand Run TT Towpath Trail WH Wood Hollow
MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Sunday, July 7, 2 – 2 p.m.
QUEST FOR QUERCUS The Chuckery Area is home to at least seven of Ohio’s 20 different oak species. How many can we find?
WILDLIFE REHABILITATION: OPERATION ORPHAN Join Fran Kitchen and her rescued wildlife for an up-close viewing and learning opportunity. Please bring a donation of laundry products or small wicker baskets to help her with injured and orphaned animals. FASN/Seneca
CVS/Chuckery: 837 Cuyahoga St., Akron
Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 7, 2 – 4 p.m.
Go out and RIDE!
SUMMER SALSAS Who needs salsa from a jar? Watch and learn as our cooking volunteers whip up some tasty homemade salsas using only the freshest ingredients. Samples, tips and recipes will be available, while supplies last. FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 7, 7 – 8 p.m.
YOGA IN THE PARK Enjoy an active yoga practice in the beautiful Rock & Herb Garden with a certified instructor. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
200 South Main St., Akron
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Tuesday, July 2, 3 – 7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 8, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
MUSIC BY THE LAKE
POLLINATORS FOR KIDS
Enjoy free lake swimming from 3 to 7 p.m. and a one-hour concert by the Metro Parks Ensemble at 6:30 p.m. Concert cancelled if it rains. Call 330-865-8060 if wet weather is in the forecast. SC/Bathhouse: 5000 Hametown
Explore the world of pollinators. Some nets and jars provided. Adults must accompany their children. Crown Point Ecology Center:
July to August 3
3220 Ira Rd., Bath
Tuesday, July 9, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Rd., Norton
Enjoy this leisurely stroll along Alder Trail with frequent stops to discover nature along the way. GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
MF Munroe Falls NR Nimisila Reservoir ONW O’Neil Woods SC Silver Creek
Walk Indian Spring Trail in the cool shade and enjoy the natural wonders of this park.
Summit Metro Parks and the Summit County Historical Society take a behindthe-scenes tour of Canal Park along the historic Ohio & Erie Canal. Meet at Lock 3. Participants will receive a sticker to put on their parking stub for free parking. Lock 3:
RUNNING SPREE: GROUP RUN
Thursday, July 4, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
GARDENING THROUGH THE YEAR Akron
BHT Bike & Hike Trail CVN Cascade Valley / North CVS Cascade Valley / South DLQ Deep Lock Quarry
SUMMER STROLL
Register for a half-hour time slot to improve your shot. Participants must have already taken our Intro to Archery and Archery Games programs. All equipment provided. SC/
AKRON HISTORY HIKE: CANAL PARK
Learn how to make nature-inspired paper mosaics from the smallest bits of paper that are usually thrown away. Bring some photos for inspiration. Space is limited. FASN/Visitors
This month we will explore beneficial garden insects. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd.,
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ARCHERY OPEN SHOOT
Saturday, July 6, – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, July 2 – Thursday, July 4 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
MOTH NIGHT
Sunday, July 7, 0:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Saturday, July 9, 8:30 – 0 p.m.
Saturday, July 6, 0:30 a.m. – :30 p.m.
Archery Range: 89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown (7/3)
Saturday, July 9, – 2 p.m.
SILVER CREEK KAYAK
Thursday, July 2
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Wednesday, July 20 0:30 – :30 a.m. F/Coventry Oaks 40 Axline Ave., Akron (6/4)
Sunday, July 0 9 – :30 a.m. & 2:30 – 3 p.m.
828 Smith Rd., Akron
a.m. – 2 p.m.
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FAMILY HIKE & CAMPFIRE
NATURE STORIES
Thursday, July 4
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Monday, July 0:30 – :30 a.m. GYH/Pavilion 2077 Newton St., Akron (6/4)
YOGA IN THE PARK
Thursday, July 7
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Wednesday, July 6, 0 – a.m.
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Complete five rides to receive a bicycle license plate and reflective sticker. (Veteran riders earn a sticker.)
Earn Running Spree credit on a group run led by staff from the Akron Marathon. F/Tuscarawas Meadows: 2620 Harrington Rd., Akron
Forms are available online and at Acme Fresh Market stores.
bikingspree.summitmetroparks.org
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P RO G R A M S & E V E N T S
P RO G R A M S & E V E N T S BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS Herbert Newman Chair Joel D. Bailey Tonya Block Mark A. Spisak Jane Bond Lisa King Executive Director EDITORS Nathan Eppink Chief of Community Engagement Mike Greene Education & Recreation Manager DESIGN & ART DIRECTION Jennie Levy Graphic Design Coordinator Karl Simonson Graphic Design Coordinator Summit Metro Parks 975 Treaty Line Rd., Akron, OH 4433-5837 330-867-55 F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm: 330-865-8065 Visitors Center: 0 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Liberty Park: 330-487-0493 Nature Center: 0 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Seasonal Information: 330-865-8060 Volunteer Information: 330-865-8047
Thursday, July 7, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
NATURE’S NUMBERS
SMALL FOOTPRINT: UPCYCLING
Learn nature’s numbers while searching the park for all things countable! Recommended for children ages 3 to 7. MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Jeff Hill Tami Hill Bob Roach Sharon Stump Rob Vaughn
This guide is mailed free of charge to Summit County residents. To join the mailing list, send your name and mailing address to marketing@summitmetroparks.org or call 330-867-55.
The Programs & Events Guide can be downloaded online: summitmetroparks.org
Shop ’til you drop . . . at garage sales. Discuss upcycling and how to make the most of trash day. Bring a notebook and a head full of ideas. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
Children 3 to 6 and their adult companions join a naturalist to learn about the many colors of nature. Program includes a short hike and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Friday, July 0:30 – :30 a.m. & – 2 p.m. FASN/Visitors Center 828 Smith Rd., Akron (6/4)
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Thursday, July 7, 7 – 8 p.m. Enjoy a gentle yoga practice on Seneca Deck with a certified instructor. FASN/Seneca Deck:
Wednesday, July 6, 8:30 – 0 p.m.
828 Smith Rd., Akron
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BATS: CREATURES OF THE NIGHT
Friday, July 8, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
Mysterious and often misunderstood, bats are one of the most fascinating creatures of the night. Join staff to learn about these flying mammals. Nets will be set up to try to catch live bats for observation and data collection.
Children 3 and older can discover just how important water is to a plant. Wear old clothes and expect to get a little wet! FASN/
GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
Friday, July 8, 8 – 9:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 7, 9:30 – 0 a.m.
LI’L SPROUTS
Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Look for nocturnal wildlife on a short hike, then gather around the campfire and roast marshmallows, while supplies last.
Young children and their adult companions will enjoy this interactive, nature-inspired story time intended for ages 8 months to 3 years. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
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DROP-IN NATURE CRAFTS All ages join a naturalist for nature-crafting fun. Each week a new craft will be presented. Please dress for a mess. FASN/Seneca Deck:
FASN/Campfire Area: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Thursday, July 2 0:30 – :30 a.m. LP/Nature Center 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg (6/4)
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Saturday, July 30 0:30 – :30 a.m. FASN/Visitors Center 828 Smith Rd., Akron (6/4)
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LEDGES TRAIL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
SATURDAY SUMMER CONCERT: VICTORIA PARKS
SUMMER CAMP: CRAZY FOR CAMOUFLAGE
We’ll hike Ledges Trail each month this year, taking a photographic record of the seasonal changes that happen. In December we’ll come in from the cold and review the year in pictures. You can take your own pictures or just enjoy the hikes. This trail is not recommended for strollers. LP/Twinsburg
Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy this free concert by Victoria Parks, a songwriter known for her funny songs, folk rock and Celtic-influenced music. If it rains, the concert will be moved to the shelter. LP/
Kids 5 and 6 can register for this exciting three-day drop-off camp. We will explore the exciting world of camouflage with fun, hands-on experiences in the outdoors. Cost is $50/child. Must have completed kindergarten. FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend
Ledges: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Saturday, July 9, 9 – :30 p.m.
FIREFLIES: NATURE’S NIGHT LIGHTS Learn how these amazing “bugs” light up the summer sky. After a short presentation, we’ll take a walk to look for fireflies and other creatures of the night. Bring a bug jar, flashlight and insect repellent. GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
Thursday, July 28
Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Rd., Richfield
National Moth Week is later this month. Join a naturalist for a preview of the beautiful colors, shapes and patterns of these amazing creatures. Bring a flashlight and camera. Adell Durbin Park: 3300 Darrow Rd., Stow
Saturday, July 9, 0 a.m. – 2 p.m.
CUB’S CLUB: INSECTS
GORGE KAYAK
Ages 7 to will explore the field and forest to learn about insects. LP/Nature Center:
Paddle the Cuyahoga River at the Gorge to see towering rock ledges and breathtaking scenery from your kayak. Led by an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Bring binoculars, drinking water and sunscreen, and dress to get wet. Space is limited. G/Main Entrance: 60 Front
9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
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Saturday, July 9 0 – :30 a.m. & – 2:30 p.m. Paddle on the 50-acre lake with an ACAcertified instructor and a naturalist to learn paddle strokes and safety and to see wildlife around the water. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Space is limited. SC/Boathouse: 57 S. Medina Line Rd., Norton
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Sunday, July 0, a.m. – p.m.
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Tuesday, July 2, :30 a.m. – p.m.
PAPER CRAFTING
Registration required: 330-865-8065
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FASN F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm F Firestone FR Furnace Run FT Freedom Trail
GYH Goodyear Heights G Gorge HH Hampton Hills LP Liberty Park
Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 0, – 2:30 p.m.
FLINT KNAPPING Paul Wischt from the Cuyahoga Valley Archeology Society will demonstrate the ancient skill of flint knapping and share the different spear points used by early American Indians. FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Monday, July , 9 – 0:30 a.m.
WEEKDAY WALKERS
SFB Springfield Bog SR Sand Run TT Towpath Trail WH Wood Hollow
MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Sunday, July 7, 2 – 2 p.m.
QUEST FOR QUERCUS The Chuckery Area is home to at least seven of Ohio’s 20 different oak species. How many can we find?
WILDLIFE REHABILITATION: OPERATION ORPHAN Join Fran Kitchen and her rescued wildlife for an up-close viewing and learning opportunity. Please bring a donation of laundry products or small wicker baskets to help her with injured and orphaned animals. FASN/Seneca
CVS/Chuckery: 837 Cuyahoga St., Akron
Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 7, 2 – 4 p.m.
Go out and RIDE!
SUMMER SALSAS Who needs salsa from a jar? Watch and learn as our cooking volunteers whip up some tasty homemade salsas using only the freshest ingredients. Samples, tips and recipes will be available, while supplies last. FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 7, 7 – 8 p.m.
YOGA IN THE PARK Enjoy an active yoga practice in the beautiful Rock & Herb Garden with a certified instructor. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
200 South Main St., Akron
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Tuesday, July 2, 3 – 7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 8, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
MUSIC BY THE LAKE
POLLINATORS FOR KIDS
Enjoy free lake swimming from 3 to 7 p.m. and a one-hour concert by the Metro Parks Ensemble at 6:30 p.m. Concert cancelled if it rains. Call 330-865-8060 if wet weather is in the forecast. SC/Bathhouse: 5000 Hametown
Explore the world of pollinators. Some nets and jars provided. Adults must accompany their children. Crown Point Ecology Center:
July to August 3
3220 Ira Rd., Bath
Tuesday, July 9, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Rd., Norton
Enjoy this leisurely stroll along Alder Trail with frequent stops to discover nature along the way. GYH/Pioneer: 550 Frazier Ave., Akron
MF Munroe Falls NR Nimisila Reservoir ONW O’Neil Woods SC Silver Creek
Walk Indian Spring Trail in the cool shade and enjoy the natural wonders of this park.
Summit Metro Parks and the Summit County Historical Society take a behindthe-scenes tour of Canal Park along the historic Ohio & Erie Canal. Meet at Lock 3. Participants will receive a sticker to put on their parking stub for free parking. Lock 3:
RUNNING SPREE: GROUP RUN
Thursday, July 4, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
GARDENING THROUGH THE YEAR Akron
BHT Bike & Hike Trail CVN Cascade Valley / North CVS Cascade Valley / South DLQ Deep Lock Quarry
SUMMER STROLL
Register for a half-hour time slot to improve your shot. Participants must have already taken our Intro to Archery and Archery Games programs. All equipment provided. SC/
AKRON HISTORY HIKE: CANAL PARK
Learn how to make nature-inspired paper mosaics from the smallest bits of paper that are usually thrown away. Bring some photos for inspiration. Space is limited. FASN/Visitors
This month we will explore beneficial garden insects. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd.,
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ARCHERY OPEN SHOOT
Saturday, July 6, – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, July 2 – Thursday, July 4 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
MOTH NIGHT
Sunday, July 7, 0:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Saturday, July 9, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 9, 8:30 – 0 p.m.
Saturday, July 6, 0:30 a.m. – :30 p.m.
Archery Range: 89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown (7/3)
Saturday, July 9, – 2 p.m.
SILVER CREEK KAYAK
Thursday, July 2
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Wednesday, July 20 0:30 – :30 a.m. F/Coventry Oaks 40 Axline Ave., Akron (6/4)
Sunday, July 0 9 – :30 a.m. & 2:30 – 3 p.m.
828 Smith Rd., Akron
a.m. – 2 p.m.
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FAMILY HIKE & CAMPFIRE
NATURE STORIES
Thursday, July 4
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Monday, July 0:30 – :30 a.m. GYH/Pavilion 2077 Newton St., Akron (6/4)
YOGA IN THE PARK
Thursday, July 7
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Photos contributed by: Rob Blair Jerry Cannon Christy Counterman Doug Dawes Debbie DiCarlo Nathan Eppink
Wednesday, July 6, 0 – a.m.
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Complete five rides to receive a bicycle license plate and reflective sticker. (Veteran riders earn a sticker.)
Earn Running Spree credit on a group run led by staff from the Akron Marathon. F/Tuscarawas Meadows: 2620 Harrington Rd., Akron
Forms are available online and at Acme Fresh Market stores.
bikingspree.summitmetroparks.org
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P RO G R A M S & E V E N T S Tuesday, July 9, 7 – 8 p.m.
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Sunday, July 24 0 a.m. – 2 p.m. & – 3 p.m.
RANDOM ACT OF MUSIC
NIMISILA RESERVOIR KAYAK
Weather permitting, the all-volunteer Metro Parks Ensemble will perform an hour of traditional marches, big band standards and oldies. Concert cancelled if it rains. If wet weather is in the forecast, call 330-865-8060 after 4 p.m. for status. LP/Twinsburg Ledges:
Friday, July 22, 9 – :30 p.m.
METRO PARKS FAMILY TREE: BERT SZABO Enjoy stories from the park district’s first naturalist, Bert Szabo. From the first Fall Hiking Spree to the animals that used to live at the Nature Realm, Bert will share some of his most memorable experiences. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
LI’L SPROUTS Children 3 and older can learn how easy it is to make tea from the garden! Please bring a mason jar with a lid if you have one. Wear old clothes and expect to get dirty. FASN/ Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
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ATTRACTING MOTHS TO BLACK LIGHTS
975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 4433-5837
PR GRAMS & EVENTS GUIDE
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Join naturalists while they are attracting moths to black lights, and observe the insects’ amazingly beautiful colors, shapes and patterns up close. Bring a flashlight and camera. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
Registration ends soon for an August day camp!
Twinsburg
Tuesday, August 9 – Thursday, August , 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
Saturday, July 23, 9:30 – a.m.
WHAT’S UNDER THAT ROCK?
SUMMER CAMP: WILD THINGS
Ever hear of crayfish, clams, dragonflies, water beetles or mayflies? Come and look for them under rocks in the Cuyahoga River.
Ages 9-0. Cost is $50/child. Registration ends July 26: 330-865-8065.
FERN WALK
Wednesday, July 27, 7 – 9 p.m.
Join a naturalist to learn about some of Ohio’s native ferns, and discover how to identify them by their structure and habitat.
MEET ME IN THE GARDEN Sunday, July 24, – 2:30 p.m. Join a naturalist for this month’s lively discussion of “Silent Spring” by Rachel Carson. Drinks are provided. Please bring a mug. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Go out and run! June to August 3
FrEE for Summit County residents. runningspree.summitmetroparks.org
Official Training Partner of the
330-865-8065
Join the Master Gardeners of Summit County to learn how rain gardens can beautify your yard, support wildlife and help prevent flooding. Presented by Michelle Studer, director of facilities and grounds at the Akron Zoo. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Thursday, July 28, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Tuesday, July 26 – Thursday, July 28 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily Run six times in the Metro Parks to earn a race medal and ribbon.
SMALL FOOTPRINT: UPCYCLING Shop ’til you drop . . . at garage sales. Discuss upcycling and how to make the most of trash day. Bring a notebook and a head full of ideas.
SUMMER CAMP: NATURE’S CLUES Kids 7 and 8 can register for this exciting three-day drop-off camp. Investigate nature’s clues using the five senses with fun, hands-on experiences in the outdoors. Cost is $50/ child. FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield
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FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Akron MArAthon rACE SEriES Check for scheduled group runs to earn spree credit.
Friday, July 29, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 30, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
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Avast, me hearties! Wear your pirate gear for a treasure hunt and good buccaneer fun! F/Little Turtle Pond: 2400 Harrington Rd., Akron
Discover why these ancient insects are so cool! Some nets will be available to brave hunters. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd.,
THIS MONTH:
Friday, July 29, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
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THYME FOR DINNER: CAMPFIRE COOKING
in parentheses, by calling 330-865-8065.
Saturday, July 2, 9:30 – :30 a.m.
FASN/Campfire Area: 828 Smith Rd., Akron (7/0)
Sunday, July 3, – 3 p.m.
Have you seen any mushrooms popping up these days? Join a naturalist on a leisurely hike in search of these interesting “fun guys.” Edibles are not a part of the program.
NATURE’S MAGIC ACT
FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield
Saturday, July 30, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
SURVIVOR FAMILY
Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield (7/5)
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GOODYEAR HEIGHTS METRO PARK
Visit our website for details about summer concerts at Goodyear Heights Metro Park, presented by the City of Akron: summitmetroparks.org
M is for metamorphosis, not magic. Come and learn the importance of caterpillars: their shapes, sizes, colors, and how they magically transform. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 3, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
COOKING WITH HERBS Herbs are an easy, healthy way to add flavor to your meals. Enjoy an afternoon in the Rock & Herb Garden sampling herbal culinary creations. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
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Saturday, July 2, – 2:30 p.m.
Monday, July 4, – 2:30 p.m.
ARCHERY FOR ADULTS
BUTTERFLY WALK
Adults 6 and older can learn internationalstyle target archery and test their marksmanship at our traveling outdoor range. Program good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and handson instruction provided. SC/Archery Range:
Discover beautiful butterflies celebrating their independence. Nets and jars will be available for you to catch, observe and then release the butterflies. Wear sun protection and dress for possible poison ivy. FASN: 828
89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown
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Learn how to spice up your outdoor cooking. Participants will see and taste a new spin on utilizing pie irons and Dutch ovens.
Saturday, July 23, – 3 p.m.
CVS/Oxbow: 06 Cuyahoga St., Akron
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Friday, July 22, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
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Paddle a portion of Nimsila’s reservoir with an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist to learn paddle strokes and safety and to see wildlife around the water. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Space is limited. NR: 694 Christman Rd., Green
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Thursday, July 2, 7 – 9 p.m.
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Saturday, July 2, 0:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
ARCHERY FOR KIDS Children 9 to 5 join us to learn international-style target archery at our traveling outdoor range. Program good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 50 inches or taller.
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Sunday, July 3, – 2:30 p.m.
FLYING JEWELS Join friends and family to search for insects that are more colorful than fireworks. All ages are welcome. Some jars and nets provided. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Tuesday, July 5, 3 – 7:30 p.m.
MUSIC BY THE LAKE Enjoy free lake swimming from 3 to 7 p.m. and a one-hour concert by the Metro Parks Ensemble near Maple Beach Shelter at 6:30 p.m. Concert cancelled if it rains. Call 330-865-8060 if wet weather is in the forecast. MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Sunday, July 3, – 3 p.m.
RECEPTION FOR ARTIST CRAIG GRIFFIN
Tuesday, July 5, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Join us in celebrating the art exhibit of Craig Griffin. We are showcasing acrylic paintings and prints inspired by wildlife and landscape portraiture through December 206. FASN:
Earn Running Spree credit on a group run led by staff from the Akron Marathon.
RUNNING SPREE: GROUP RUN TT/Memorial Pkwy: 499 Memorial Pkwy., Akron
828 Smith Rd., Akron
SC/Archery Range: 89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown (6/24)
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PROGRAMS & EVENTS JUL ’6
Sunday, July 24 0 a.m. – 2 p.m. & – 3 p.m.
RANDOM ACT OF MUSIC
NIMISILA RESERVOIR KAYAK
Weather permitting, the all-volunteer Metro Parks Ensemble will perform an hour of traditional marches, big band standards and oldies. Concert cancelled if it rains. If wet weather is in the forecast, call 330-865-8060 after 4 p.m. for status. LP/Twinsburg Ledges:
Friday, July 22, 9 – :30 p.m.
METRO PARKS FAMILY TREE: BERT SZABO Enjoy stories from the park district’s first naturalist, Bert Szabo. From the first Fall Hiking Spree to the animals that used to live at the Nature Realm, Bert will share some of his most memorable experiences. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
LI’L SPROUTS Children 3 and older can learn how easy it is to make tea from the garden! Please bring a mason jar with a lid if you have one. Wear old clothes and expect to get dirty. FASN/ Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
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ATTRACTING MOTHS TO BLACK LIGHTS
975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 4433-5837
PR GRAMS & EVENTS GUIDE
youtube.com/summitmetroparks summitmetroparks.org
Please share this publication and recycle it when finished.
Join naturalists while they are attracting moths to black lights, and observe the insects’ amazingly beautiful colors, shapes and patterns up close. Bring a flashlight and camera. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd.,
Registration ends soon for an August day camp!
Twinsburg
Tuesday, August 9 – Thursday, August , 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
Saturday, July 23, 9:30 – a.m.
WHAT’S UNDER THAT ROCK?
SUMMER CAMP: WILD THINGS
Ever hear of crayfish, clams, dragonflies, water beetles or mayflies? Come and look for them under rocks in the Cuyahoga River.
Ages 9-0. Cost is $50/child. Registration ends July 26: 330-865-8065.
FERN WALK
Wednesday, July 27, 7 – 9 p.m.
Join a naturalist to learn about some of Ohio’s native ferns, and discover how to identify them by their structure and habitat.
MEET ME IN THE GARDEN Sunday, July 24, – 2:30 p.m. Join a naturalist for this month’s lively discussion of “Silent Spring” by Rachel Carson. Drinks are provided. Please bring a mug. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Go out and run! June to August 3
FrEE for Summit County residents. runningspree.summitmetroparks.org
Official Training Partner of the
330-865-8065
Join the Master Gardeners of Summit County to learn how rain gardens can beautify your yard, support wildlife and help prevent flooding. Presented by Michelle Studer, director of facilities and grounds at the Akron Zoo. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Thursday, July 28, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Tuesday, July 26 – Thursday, July 28 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily Run six times in the Metro Parks to earn a race medal and ribbon.
SMALL FOOTPRINT: UPCYCLING Shop ’til you drop . . . at garage sales. Discuss upcycling and how to make the most of trash day. Bring a notebook and a head full of ideas.
SUMMER CAMP: NATURE’S CLUES Kids 7 and 8 can register for this exciting three-day drop-off camp. Investigate nature’s clues using the five senses with fun, hands-on experiences in the outdoors. Cost is $50/ child. FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield
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FASN/Seneca Deck: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Akron MArAthon rACE SEriES Check for scheduled group runs to earn spree credit.
Friday, July 29, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 30, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
METRO PARKS PIRATE ADVENTURE
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Avast, me hearties! Wear your pirate gear for a treasure hunt and good buccaneer fun! F/Little Turtle Pond: 2400 Harrington Rd., Akron
Discover why these ancient insects are so cool! Some nets will be available to brave hunters. FASN/Visitors Center: 828 Smith Rd.,
THIS MONTH:
Friday, July 29, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
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THYME FOR DINNER: CAMPFIRE COOKING
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Saturday, July 2, 9:30 – :30 a.m.
FASN/Campfire Area: 828 Smith Rd., Akron (7/0)
Sunday, July 3, – 3 p.m.
Have you seen any mushrooms popping up these days? Join a naturalist on a leisurely hike in search of these interesting “fun guys.” Edibles are not a part of the program.
NATURE’S MAGIC ACT
FR/Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield
Saturday, July 30, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
SURVIVOR FAMILY
Brushwood: 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield (7/5)
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GOODYEAR HEIGHTS METRO PARK
Visit our website for details about summer concerts at Goodyear Heights Metro Park, presented by the City of Akron: summitmetroparks.org
M is for metamorphosis, not magic. Come and learn the importance of caterpillars: their shapes, sizes, colors, and how they magically transform. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
Sunday, July 3, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
COOKING WITH HERBS Herbs are an easy, healthy way to add flavor to your meals. Enjoy an afternoon in the Rock & Herb Garden sampling herbal culinary creations. FASN: 828 Smith Rd., Akron
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Saturday, July 2, – 2:30 p.m.
Monday, July 4, – 2:30 p.m.
ARCHERY FOR ADULTS
BUTTERFLY WALK
Adults 6 and older can learn internationalstyle target archery and test their marksmanship at our traveling outdoor range. Program good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and handson instruction provided. SC/Archery Range:
Discover beautiful butterflies celebrating their independence. Nets and jars will be available for you to catch, observe and then release the butterflies. Wear sun protection and dress for possible poison ivy. FASN: 828
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Families: Join us for a morning of outdoor skills including firestarting, land navigation and shelter-building. Please prepare for the weather. FR/
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Learn how to spice up your outdoor cooking. Participants will see and taste a new spin on utilizing pie irons and Dutch ovens.
Saturday, July 23, – 3 p.m.
CVS/Oxbow: 06 Cuyahoga St., Akron
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METRO PARKS BOOK CLUB
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BHT/SR 9: 30 N. Main St., Munroe Falls
Friday, July 22, 0:30 – :30 a.m.
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Paddle a portion of Nimsila’s reservoir with an ACA-certified instructor and a naturalist to learn paddle strokes and safety and to see wildlife around the water. Minimum age is 3; ages 3 to 7 must be with an adult. Space is limited. NR: 694 Christman Rd., Green
9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Thursday, July 2, 7 – 9 p.m.
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Saturday, July 2, 0:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
ARCHERY FOR KIDS Children 9 to 5 join us to learn international-style target archery at our traveling outdoor range. Program good for beginning and practiced archers. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 50 inches or taller.
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Smith Rd., Akron
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Sunday, July 3, – 2:30 p.m.
FLYING JEWELS Join friends and family to search for insects that are more colorful than fireworks. All ages are welcome. Some jars and nets provided. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg
Tuesday, July 5, 3 – 7:30 p.m.
MUSIC BY THE LAKE Enjoy free lake swimming from 3 to 7 p.m. and a one-hour concert by the Metro Parks Ensemble near Maple Beach Shelter at 6:30 p.m. Concert cancelled if it rains. Call 330-865-8060 if wet weather is in the forecast. MF/Lake Area: 52 S. River Rd., Munroe Falls
Sunday, July 3, – 3 p.m.
RECEPTION FOR ARTIST CRAIG GRIFFIN
Tuesday, July 5, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Join us in celebrating the art exhibit of Craig Griffin. We are showcasing acrylic paintings and prints inspired by wildlife and landscape portraiture through December 206. FASN:
Earn Running Spree credit on a group run led by staff from the Akron Marathon.
RUNNING SPREE: GROUP RUN TT/Memorial Pkwy: 499 Memorial Pkwy., Akron
828 Smith Rd., Akron
SC/Archery Range: 89 Eastern Rd., Doylestown (6/24)
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Your Metro Parks are funded by a small Summit County real-estate tax. These programs and events are examples of your public dollars at work.