Parks & Nature
Parks, trails, and playgrounds
Bees & Blooms
Learn about bees and wildflowers at Tallmadge Meadows.
Spree With Me: Nature Saunter
Guided nature walk at Downy Loop Trail in Hudson.
Fall Foray with the Ohio Mushroom Society
Weekend mushroom identification and learning celebration with the Ohio Mushroom Society.
Squire’s Castle Family Campout
Family campout at a historic castle in the Cleveland Metroparks.
Magnificence on the Mountain: Little Mountain Hike
Guided woodland hike through Holden Arboretum's Little Mountain for nature-loving families.
Mentor Marsh Guided Nature Hike: Marsh Crown of Fall Flora and Fauna
All-ages guided nature hike at Mentor Marsh to observe fall wildflowers and the wildlife they attract.
Back Yards Gone Wild: Seed Collecting
Learn to collect seeds for a backyard habitat.
Spree With Me: Harvest Moon
Nature hike celebrating harvest season at Big Oak Area.
Donut Day: CVSR
Train-themed celebration with donuts at a historic railroad depot.
Pawpaw Appreciation Night
Discover pawpaw trees and taste native fruit at Nature Center.
Kids in the Garden
Hands-on gardening activities for kids at Summit Lake.
Kids in the Garden
Hands-on garden exploration for kids at Summit Lake Nature Center.
HOO-loween: Spooky Sounds
Spooky Halloween adventure at Penitentiary Glen with family-friendly activities and sounds.
Spree With Me: Discover Nature
Guided nature discovery hike on Downy Loop Trail.
Harvest Festival
Annual autumn festival at historic Hale Farm & Village with harvest activities & traditions.
Zoar Agriculture Tours – America 250
Historic farm tours at Zoar Village—learn 18th-century agriculture.
All Abilities Fall Fest
Inclusive fall festival at Crown Point Ecology Center for kids of all abilities.
Adaptive Fishing with Rec2Connect
Adaptive fishing program for children with special needs at Garfield Park.
Enchanted Forest
Magical autumn forest experience with themed trails and seasonal enchantment.
Photo Exploration Hike
Guided nature hike at Brecksville Reservation combining photography tips with scenic trails.
Self-Guided: Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Self-guided spooky scavenger hunt at LP Nature Center—perfect fall fun.
Birding by the Canal
Guided bird-watching hike by the canal at TT Clinton Trailhead.
Homeschoolers: Natural Connections
Homeschool nature program exploring natural connections at LP Nature Center.
Spree With Me: Fall Foliage
Hike to see fall foliage and wildlife at Tuscarawas Meadows Area.
Young Birders: Wonderful Woodpeckers
Young birders learn about woodpeckers on the Downy Loop Trail in Hudson.
Spree With Me: Natural History
Nature hike with natural history focus at SR/Wadsworth Area.
Carver's Pond Hike
Guided morning bird-watching hike through fall foliage at Holden Arboretum's conservation area.
Homeschoolers Outdoor Education
Outdoor nature education program for homeschoolers at Oenslager Nature Center.
Protecting Our Drinking Water
Nature education program on drinking-water protection at Goodyear Heights.
All Forward CONNECTIONS: Hike @ Girl Scouts’ Camp Ledgewood & Discover STEM
Girl Scout STEM hike in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Kinderealm: Mimicry and Camo
Nature education on animal mimicry and camouflage at LP Nature Center.
Nature Tales
Nature storytelling program at LP Nature Center—tales for young learners.
Spree With Me: Nature Saunter
Guided nature walk at Summit Metro Parks' Brushwood Area.
Brumation Nation
Learn about animal hibernation at Tuscarawas Meadows Area.
Hawks, Owls and Eagles…Oh My!
Nature education program about raptors at Summit Metro Parks' Nature Center.
Spree With Me: Hike & Campfire
Guided hike & campfire experience in Akron's Summit Metro Parks.
Spree With Me: Howl-O-Ween at the Moon
Halloween-themed family hike with moon-watching at Summit Metro Parks.
Spooky Species Spotlight
Spooky wildlife education at Summit Metro Parks for Halloween season.
What the Heck is a Hellbender?
Learn about hellbenders & local wildlife at Summit Metro Parks nature center.
Fabulous Fungi
Nature-education program exploring fungi at a Summit Metro Parks location.
Spree With Me: Nuthatch Trail
Guided nature hike along Nuthatch Trail for families and all ages.
Hiking Spree Shield Assistance
Guided hiking event with Shield Assistance program at Summit Metro Parks.
Self-Guided: History of the Realm
Self-guided nature walk exploring the history of a local nature preserve.
Kinderealm: Fox & Coyote
Kids' nature education program about foxes and coyotes in the wild.
Winter Community Science
Explore winter nature and science at Summit Metro Parks' outdoor education center.
Spree with Me: Owl Prowl
Guided night hike to spot owls at SC Big Oak Area, Norton.
Hiking Spree Shield Assistance
Guided hiking experience at FASN/Nature Realm—explore trails and natural wonders.
Eye Spy & Campfire
Evening nature scavenger hunt and campfire gathering for all ages.
Family Flashlight Walk
Evening nature walk with flashlights at Munroe Falls lake area.
Spree with Me: Scavenger Hunt
Outdoor nature scavenger hunt at CV Valley View Area, Akron.
Creatures of the Night
Evening nocturnal-wildlife program at Bath Nature Preserve, Akron.
Young Birders: Clever Corvids
Learn about crows and ravens on a guided nature walk at GYH/Pioneer Area.
Autumn in the Prairie
Seasonal prairie walk exploring fall wildflowers and habitats.
Geology of the Ledges
Discover the rock formations and geological history of the Ledges on a nature center hike.
Feed the Chickadees
Feed chickadees and observe birds at FASN Campfire Area, Akron.
History of the American Forest
Learn how forests have shaped American history on a guided nature center walk.
Spree With Me: Firestone History Hike
Hike through Firestone History as you explore natural and cultural heritage.
Homeschoolers: Park Careers
Explore careers in park management and nature education with a homeschool field visit.