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| 8/1 GENTLE / BEGINNING YOGA 8:30-10am Lakeview Park Join this drop-in outdoor yoga class focusing on stretching, breath control, and aerobics. Bring a mat or towel. Pay $6 per class to instructor. 8/1 BURRELL AUGUST PICNIC AND MORE 10 amĐ3:30 pm French Creek Reservation - Burrell Homestead A day of history and fun at the Burrells. Parking at FCNC and James Day Park. See related article. 8/1 EARLY LOOK AT GIANT WILDFLOWERS 1-2 pm Columbia Reservation Hike to examine some of the upcoming late summer giant wildflowers in their early stages of growth. EASY hike. 8/1 MINI BEAST HUNT 2-3 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center We will hike and look for the little animals that live under leaves and logs. EASY hike. 8/2 BUTTERFLY CHAT 1-2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join a naturalist in the butterfly garden to talk about the butterflies and plants during this drop-in format program. 8/2 BACON HOUSE MUSEUM TOURS 1-4 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Benjamin Bacon Museum Enjoy an informal tour through the home of the Bacon Family, whose donations helped create the Lorain County Metro Parks. Walk-ins welcome. 8/2 BEAVER TALES 5-7 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge For the past year, a LCMP volunteer has observed and monitored the beavers, dams and lodges in Columbia Reservation. Come and hear his first hand thoughts, remarks, pictures and videos. Hike the trails and see the evidence of beaver activity for yourself! EASY hike. 8/2 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: MEREN POWER 6:30-8 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Amphatheatre Spice up the summer evening with some Latin flavor! Meren Power will be playing your salsa and merengue favoritesŃcome ready to dance! 8/3 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP 9 am-3 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Five day Camp for those entering 7th - 8th grades. PR and $80.00 fee due 7/3 (includes entire week of program). See related article. MODERATE hike. 8/3 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP 9 am-3 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Five day Camp for those entering 7th - 8th grades. Pre-register after 7/3 and PAY $90.00 for late registration (includes entire week of program). See related article. MODERATE hike. 8/4 COFFEE HIKE 9-10am Lakeview Park Join us every Tuesday morning as we lap Lakeview Park. Meet in the Rose CafŽ for a free cup of joe. After you participate in 10 hikes you get a coffee mug. EASY hike. 8/4 BUTTERFLY CATCHING 9-11 am Black River Reservation - Days Dam Help catch butterflies to be added to the butterfly garden. Some nets will be provided. Hike will not take place if raining. EASY hike. 8/4 YOUTH EXPLORER CLUB 10 am-noon Wellington Reservation - Wellington Visitor Center Summer program for children ages 5-12. Must be willing to hike, learn, and have lots of fun. When you sign up please choose either TuesdayŐs OR Thursdays. Pre-register by 7/28 & PAY $1 at door. 8/4 INTRODUCTION TO KAYAKING 5-8 pm Splash Zone For the recreational kayaker. Introduces the basics including safety, strokes, and rescues. 2-day session: 8/4 & 8/6. Participants attend both days. Ages 16 & up Đ under 18 with participating adult. Pre-register and PAY $45 by 7/31. 8/5 WOODLAND WALK 9-11 am Kopf Family Reservation Join us for a guided walk/ hike through the woodlands of the Kopf Family Reservation. We will start from the Avon Lake Public Library. MODERATE hike. 8/5 MONARCHS, MILKWEED, AND EGGS 10-11 am Columbia Reservation Examine milkweed to search for caterpillars and discuss the marvelous monarch life cycle. EASY hike. 8/5 PRESCHOOL BEACH BUNCH 10-11:00am Lakeview Park We will do crafts and nature lessons. Program also includes a snack and activity. Meet at the Rose CafŽŐ 8/5 GARDEN STORYTIME 4-4:30 pm Schoepfle Garden Enjoy a story and quick craft in the childrenŐs garden. 8/5 EVENING HIKE Đ BATS 8-9 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam Join this hike to learn, look and listen as we discover bats. Meet at the shelter. MODERATE hike. MODERATE hike. 8/6 HEART HIKE 9-10am Lakeview Park For young adults to seniors. We will workout with barbells along beautiful Lakeview Park. We will show different levels of exercises. Dress for outdoors, all equipment is supplied. If there is inclement weather program will be inside. After 10 receive a water bottle, after 20 a pedometer. MODERATE hike. 8/6 KIDDIE CRAFT CLUB: INSECTS 10-11 am OR 2-3 pm Carlisle Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Fun nature crafts for preschoolers and their parents. 8/6 YOUTH EXPLORER CLUB 10 am-Noon Wellington Reservation - Wellington Visitor Center Summer program for children ages 5-12. Must be willing to hike, learn, and have lots of fun. When you sign up please choose either TuesdayŐs OR Thursdays. $5 for all 10 weeks or $1 for each one attended. Pre-register by 6/25 and PAY at door. 8/6 NATURE KNOWLEDGE HIKING SERIES: DRAGONFLIES AND DAMSELFLIES 10-11:30 am French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Learn how to I.D. Ňdragons and damselsÓ. MODERATE hike. 8/6 EVENING TRAM RIDE 7-8 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center Take a Naturalist-guided tram ride through the marsh at Sandy Ridge. Space is limited! Pre-register by 8/3. 8/7 ZUMBA 9:30-10:30am Lakeview Park This aerobic exercise is a Latin-infused dance workout focusing on cardio that incorporates strength and core training. This energized class is one of the most fun filled ways to work out. 8/7 SPANISH HIKE 5-6pm Vermilion River Reservation Practica tu Espa–ol! Join us for a hike in Spanish whether you are fluent or still learning. Meet at the Walking Center. 8/7 NATURE AT NIGHT: OWL PROWL 7:30-9:30 pm Carlisle Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center An owl encounter for all ages! An indoor live presentation followed by an outdoor search for wild owls. LIVE ANIMALS 8/7 BIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH 9:00 Splash Zone Enjoy a ride along the bike trail at night with a LCMP Ranger from the Bike Patrol Unit 8/8 GENTLE / BEGINNING YOGA 8:30-10am Lakeview Park Join this drop-in outdoor yoga class focusing on stretching, breath control, and aerobics. Bring a mat or towel. PAY $6 per class to instructor. 8/8 RIVER WALK SERIES: CONSERVATION 10-11:30 am Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Learn the how, what, and why of conservation. We will discuss issues concerning waterway conservation as we hike the river. MODERATE hike. 8/8 BEGINNER BACKPACKER: PART I 10 am-Noon French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center See related article. Pre-register by 8/7 and PAY $15 (includes 8/8 program and trip at VRR 8/15-8/16). 8/8 HOSTAS 10-11 am Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center From slugs to shade, we will cover all the hosta hot spots as we learn about these useful leafy wonders. 8/8 ARTIC BLAST FILM FEST 1-4 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Chill out by watching a variety of winter and artic themed movies in our state-of-the-art (and air-conditioned) movie theater. Cool refreshments will be provided. See related article for film schedule. 8/8 POND STUDY: FISH FOCUS 1-2:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center Come in and learn about all the fish life that resides in or near the waterŐs edge. We will be sampling the local fish population, be prepared to get wet. MODERATE hike. 8/8 SCIENCE EXPLORERS 2-3:30 pm Carlisle Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Learn about science through experiments and hands-on activities. For school-aged kids. 8/8 NIGHT HIKE: NIGHT SENSES 8-9 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Learn how animals use various senses to explore nature at night. MODERATE hike. 8/9 CRUISIN' CAR SHOW 10 am-3 pm Vermilion River Reservation The 11th annual CruisinŐ Car Show brings more excitement than ever. With door prizes, raffles, food and more, this yearŐs show will be featuring 1984 cars and older. 8/9 DO-IT-YOURSELF BASKETS: TWILL BOWL Noon-4 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Woven on an 8" wood base, this basket has twill weave, 2 color twining and a matchstick rim. Pre-register by 8/3 & PAY $24 at door. 8/9 BUBBLES! 1-2 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Sue Durante the ŇBubble LadyÓ creates a magical world of bubbles, and you can even get inside one! You will be amazed at all the neat things to do with bubbles. 8/9 BENJAMIN BACON MUSEUM TOURS 1-4 pm Vermilion River Reservation-BANJAMIN BACON MUSEUM na 8/9 HABITAT HIKE 2-3:15 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Explore some of the habitats of Carlisle Reservation. Meet at Shelter 2. MODERATE hike. 8/9 KIDS FOR CAMPING 2-3:30 pm French Creek Reservation - Distance Learning Center Kids will learn more about spending a night in the great outdoors through activities, a hike, and a fun camp snack. Kids will also make a camping survival kit. Pre-register by 7/23. EASY hike. 8/9 TRASH ROUND UP HIKE 4-5pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Help clean up the park while enjoying the outdoors! Scouts can meet requirements to help earn Conservation and Wildlife badges. Light refreshments provided. Pre-register by 7/24 8/9 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: GEEZECATS 6:30-8PM Vermilion River Reservation - Amphitheatre Travel back to the 1950s with the music of the Geezecats. 8/9 GARDENING AT NIGHT 7-9 pm Schoepfle Garden Enjoy the garden in the evening with a tour, info on gardens at night and ice cream treats. EASY hike. 8/11 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation EASY hike. 8/11 COFFEE HIKE 9-10am Lakeview Park EASY hike. 8/11 YOUTH EXPLORER CLUB 10 am-Noon Wellington Reservation - Wellington Visitor Center Summer program for children ages 5-12. Must be willing to hike, learn, and have lots of fun. When you sign up please choose either TuesdayŐs OR Thursdays. $5 for all 10 weeks or $1 for each one attended. Pre-register by 6/25 and PAY at door. 8/12 KIDS IN THE GARDEN: RIVER RAMBLE 10-11 am Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center Kids and parents explore the river valley and the river -wear shoes that can get wet! 8/11 RUGHOOKING 11am-3 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join the local rughooking group for some ideas and some fun. New members welcome 8/12 TRASH TALK AND BFI LANDFILL TOUR 2-4 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Learn about the importance of recycling! We will have a short presentation at the Carriage Barn followed by a guided tour of the Oberlin BFI site. Learn where your trash goes and how it is processed! Pre-register by 8/7, spaces limited. 8/12 CRICKETS AND KATYDIDS 7:30-9 pm Columbia Reservation Listen for all the insect noises and learn how to ID them and why they are making all that racket! MODERATE hike. 8/13 HEART HIKE 9-10am Lakeview Park MODERATE hike. 8/13 YOUTH EXPLORER CLUB 10 am-noon Wellington Reservation - Wellington Visitor Center Summer program for children ages 5-12. Must be willing to hike, learn, and have lots of fun. When you sign up please choose either TuesdayŐs OR Thursdays. $5 for all 10 weeks or $1 for each one attended. Pre-register by 6/25 and PAY at door. 8/13 NATURE KNOWLEDGE HIKING SERIES: LATE SUMMER WILDFLOWERS 10-11:30 am Black River Reservation Learn how to I.D. later summer wildflowers. Meet at shelter #1. See related article. MODERATE hike. 8/13 LATE SUMMER FLOWERS AT SCHOEPFLE 10 am-3 pm Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center Clela Stelnicki instructs on painting flowers in this one-day workshop. Bring lunch. Pre-register by 8/8 & PAY $25 at door. 8/13 GRASSHOPPERS AND MORE 1-2:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center This outdoor insect identification programs will enable adult and child alike to more readily identify our back yard inhabitants. Nets will be provided. MODERATE hike. 8/13 HIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH 6pm Sandy Ridge Reservation Meet at the Avon Lake Public Library parking lot and learn about upper body resistance training and then enjoy a hike. MODERATE hike. 8/13 SONGS BY LAKE ERIE 7-8:30 pm Avon Lake Memorial Park na 8/13 ASTRONOMY: JUPITER AND THE LATE PERSIEDS 9-11 pm Carlisle Reservation - Nielson Observatory Cosponsored by Black River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only. 8/14 ZUMBA 9:30-10:30am Lakeview Park na 8/15 GENTLE / BEGINNING YOGA 8:30-10am Lakeview Park Join this drop-in outdoor yoga class focusing on stretching, breath control, and aerobics. Bring a mat or towel. PAY $6 per class to instructor. 8/15 WATERCOLORS WITH JOYCE BOLTE 9 am-1 pm Carlisle Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Create a painting with instruction from Joyce. Designed for adult, intermediate students. PR by 8/10 and PAY $25 at the door. Email jbwaterart@yahoo.com for supply list. 8/15 MAKE AND EAT IT: FRUIT CRITTERS 11 am-Noon French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center WeŐll make some cute caterpillars and bees from fruit and enjoy them with some lemonade. Pre-register by 8/12. 8/15 KIDS BEE TALK 11 am-Noon Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Dave Williams, beekeeper, presents a beginner bee talk! We will learn some bee basics, take a look at a hive, and even sample different types of honey. 8/16 BACON HOUSE MUSEUM TOURS 1-4 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Benjamin Bacon Museum Enjoy an informal tour through the home of the Bacon Family, whose donations helped create the Lorain County Metro Parks. Walk-ins welcome. 8/16 SUNSET FESTIVAL Noon-9pm Lakeview Park Join us for this festival on the lake. Arts and crafters will be there till 6pm. From 6-9pm the festival will feature a concert and the Black River Astronomical Society will feature looks at the Sun and Stars. See related article. 8/16 TRAM RIDE 2-3:30 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam na 8/16 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Columbia Reservation Learn about the life history of this amazing migrator and help capture, tag, and record for scientific purpose. Wear long clothing. MODERATE hike. 8/16 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: THE MICKEYS 6:30-8 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Amphatheatre Celtic tunes croon through the air this evening. Refreshments provided for a small fee. 8/16 OPEN MIKE 7-9 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join us for a fun night of live music, friendship, and sharing. 8/18 BUTTERFLY CATCHING 9-11 am Black River Reservation Help catch butterflies to be added to the butterfly garden. Some nets will be provided. Hike will not take place if raining. EASY hike. Meet at trail head. 8/18 YOUTH EXPLORER CLUB 10 am-noon Wellington Reservation - Wellington Visitor Center Summer program for children ages 5-12. Must be willing to hike, learn, and have lots of fun. When you sign up please choose either TuesdayŐs OR Thursdays. $5 for all 10 weeks or $1 for each one attended. Pre-register by 6/25 and PAY at door. 8/18 BIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH 6pm Splash Zone/North Coast Inland Trail Learn about proper bike maintenance and then enjoy a bike ride along the North Coast Inland Trail with a park ranger. 8/19 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation EASY hike. 8/19 WOODLAND WALK 9-11 am Kopf Family Reservation na 8/19 PRESCHOOL CSI: SNAPPING TURTLE 10-11 am or 2-3 pm Carlisle Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Craft, snack and investigation for 3-5 year olds and adult. 8/19 GPS HIKE 1:30-3:30 pm Vermilion River Reservation Learn about orienteering and the exciting hobby of geocache hunting! Bring your own GPS. Meet at Carriage Barn. 8/19 GARDEN STORYTIME 4-4:30 pm Schoepfle Garden Enjoy a story and quick craft in the childrenŐs garden. 8/20 NATURE KNOWLEDGE HIKING SERIES: QUIZ HIKE AND PICNIC 10 am-Noon French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center This hike will test your nature knowledge. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the hike. See related article. MODERATE hike. 8/20 YOUTH EXPLORER CLUB 10 am-noon Wellington Reservation - Wellington Visitor Center Summer program for children ages 5-12. Must be willing to hike, learn, and have lots of fun. When you sign up please choose either TuesdayŐs OR Thursdays. $5 for all 10 weeks or $1 for each one attended. Pre-register by 6/25 and PAY at door. 8/20 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Columbia Reservation Wear long clothing. MODERATE hike. 8/20 RIVER WALK SERIES: RECREATION AND LOCAL WATERWAYS 5-6 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Learn about the local waterways of the area as we hike through the river. See related article. MODERATE hike. 8/20 EVENING MARSH HIKE 7-8:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center Enjoy the sights and sounds of the woods and marsh of Sandy Ridge. MODERATE hike. 8/21 PRESCHOOL: MONARCHS 10-11 am Avon Lake Public Library We will learn about this delicate long-distance migratory and take a walk in search of this beautiful butterfly. Pre-register by 8/17. 8/22 2 WHEELS + 2 FEET = 4 TRAILS 10 am-Noon Columbia Reservation Lets do it all while we bike and hike all the trails of Columbia. Bring your helmet and plenty of water. STRENUOUS hike. 8/22 GENTLE / BEGINNING YOGA 8:30-10:00AM Lakeview Park Join this drop-in outdoor yoga class focusing on stretching, breath control, and aerobics. Bring a mat or towel. PAY $6 per class to instructor. 8/22 FAMILY GARDENING II Đ PIZZA GARDENING 11 am-Noon Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center Take our produce and turn it into a pizza as well as learn about preservation techniques for our garden bounty. Pre-register by 8/19 8/22 FREE MOVIE PRESENTATION: WALL-E 2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Disney-Pixar 98 minute family movie. 8/22 AN EVENING WITH THE CLEVELAND POPS ORCHESTRA 7pm Lakeview Park Enjoy an evening of music on with the Cleveland Pops Orchestra on Lakeview Beach. The concert is free so bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the music and the sunset. 8/23 WEEBELOS BADGE PROGRAM 9-10:15 am Carlisle Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Weebelos scouts earn requirements toward the Naturalist and Forester badges during this hike. PRE-REIGSTER by 8/21. 8/23 BACON HOUSE MUSEUM TOURS 1-4 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Benjamin Bacon Museum Enjoy an informal tour through the home of the Bacon Family, whose donations helped create the Lorain County Metro Parks. Walk-ins welcome. 8/23 BIRDS OF PREY PHOTO OPPORTUNITY 2-3 pm Carlisle Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Photograph residents of the Raptor Center outside the Visitor Center. Rain location Black River Room. LIVE ANIMALS 8/23 FREE MOVIE PRESENTATION: SHILOH 2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center 93 minute family movie. 8/23 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: KINGBEES 6:30-8 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Amphatheatre Join us for an evening of blues and jazz! Refreshments provided for a small fee. 8/23 BATS, BATS, BATS 7:30-9 pm Columbia Reservation DonŐt go to bed early, come on out and join the creatures of the night. We will hike the trails in search of our natural mosquito catchers! Flash lights optional. MODERATE hike. 8/24 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwook Lodge See 8/16 description. Wear long clothing. MODERATE hike. 8/24 NIGHT HIKE 8-9 pm Vermilion River Reservation Learn what things go bump in the night! Meet at Walking Center. . 8/25 BUTTERFLY CATCHING 9-11 am Sandy Ridge Reservation Help catch butterflies to be added to the butterfly garden. Some nets will be provided. Hike will not take place if raining. EASY hike. 8/26 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 7:30-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 8/27 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation EASY hike. 8/28 BIG BUG WEEK 10 am-4 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center Super Bug-Spectacular! Learn about Insects and Spiders thru games, puzzles, and hands-on activities. Live specimens will be on display. See related article. Exhibit runs daily thru 9/07 8/28 ASTRONOMY: FIRST QUARTER MOON 9-11 pm Carlisle Reservation - Neilson Observatory Cosponsored by Black River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only. 8/29 NATURE QUIZ 10-11 am Columbia Reservation Enjoy a nature hike while having some fun being quizzed on your nature knowledge. EASY hike. 8/29 BUG HUNT 11 am-Noon Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center This program will cover the wide variety of insects that inhabit Sandy Ridge. Nets will be provided. Long pants recommended. MODERATE hike. 8/29 WATERCOLOR NATURE ART Noon-2pm Vermilion River Reservation Mary Jo Samko will teach beginners how to sketch subjects in nature. Pre-register by 8/21 and pay $15 at the door. Call ahead for supply list. We will be both outdoors as well as indoors so please dress for the weather! 8/29 SUMMER FLOWERS 2-3 pm Black River Reservation Hike to see the flowers of late summer. EASY hike. 8/29 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center Learn about the unique life history of this local butterfly. Participate in the capture, tagging, recording, and release for scientific study of its amazing migrating journey. Long pants recommended. MODERATE hike. 8/30 BUG HUNT 11 am-Noon Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center This program will cover the wide variety of insects that inhabit Sandy Ridge. Nets will be provided. Long pants recommended. MODERATE hike. 8/30 HIKE FOR ICE CREAM 2-3:30 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center WeŐll hike and then make homemade ice cream. EASY hike. 8/30 CHILDRENŐS GARDEN 2ND BIRTHDAY PARTY 2-4 pm Schoepfle Garden Games, carousel rides and birthday fun will help celebrate two years of the ChildrenŐs Garden. 8/30 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Columbia Reservation Wear long clothing. MODERATE hike. 8/30 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Weland Center MODERATE hike. 8/30 BACON HOUSE MUSEUM TOURS 1-4 PM Vermilion River Reservation - Amphitheatre Enjoy an informal tour through the home of the Bacon Family, whose donations helped create the Lorain County Metro Parks. Walk-ins welcome. 9/1 ART SHOW: LORAIN COUNTY LANDSCAPES 8 am-4:30 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Photography by Scott Duncan of the landscapes of Lorain County on display through 9/30. 9/1 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation Want someone to hike with? Join us for this new program; little talking, just walking. Get a mug if you do 3 hikes in a month. Program once a week. EASY hike. 9/1 KIDDIE CRAFT CLUB: ANIMAL TRACKS 10-11 am or 2-3 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Fun nature crafts for preschoolers and their parents. 9/1 BIG BUG WEEK 10 am-4 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Super Bug-Spectacular! Learn about Insects and Spiders thru games, puzzles, and hands-on activities. Live specimens on display. See related article. Exhibit runs daily thru 9/07 9/1 PRE-SCHOOL BUG HUNT 11 am-Noon Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center For pre-schoolers and their adult companions. This program covers the wide variety of insects that inhabit Sandy Ridge. Nets provided. Long pants recommended. MODERATE hike. 9/2 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 9/2 WOODLAND WALK 9-11 am Kopf Family Reservation - Avon Lake Public Library Join us for a guided walk/ hike through the woodlands of the Kopf Family Reservation. We start from the Avon Lake Library. MODERATE hike. 9/2 PARK PALS: SQUIRRELS 10-11 am French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Preschoolers and an adult companion learn about squirrels that live around here through a story, craft, and outdoor exploration. EASY hike. 9/2 PRESCHOOL BEACH BUNCH 10-11 am Lakeview Park Join us for crafts and a nature lesson. Program also includes a snack and activity. Meet at the Rose Café. 9/2 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Columbia Reservation Learn about the unique life history of this local butterfly and participate in the capture, tag, recording, and releasing of this migrant insect in a scientific study. Wear long clothing. MODERATE hike. 9/2 FALL FOLIAGE HIKE 5-6 pm Vermilion River Reservation Join us to take a look at the Fall colors! We are identifying trees, looking for critters, and discovering the woods. Meet at Trails. 9/3 MIGRATING MONARCHS 5-6:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Learn about the unique life history of this local butterfly. Participate in the capture, tagging, recording, and release for scientific study of its amazing migrating journey. Long pants recommended. MODERATE hike. 9/4 FULL MOON HIKE 7 pm Wellington Reservation Bring a flashlight for an evening hike with the glow of the full moon. MODERATE hike. 9/5 THE FIGHT FOR LIGHT 8:30-10 am Columbia Reservation Discover how trees and other plants compete for sun light. Meet at overlook. MODERATE hike. 9/5 COMPOST AT HOME 10-11 am Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center Compost from your yard and kitchen can enrich your garden and containers – learn the secrets to small scale composting in cans to piles. 9/5 BUG HUNT 11 am-Noon Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center This program covers the wide variety of insects that inhabit Sandy Ridge. Nets provided. Long pants recommended. MDOERATE hike. 9/5 KID'S BEE TALK 1-2 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Join beekeeper Dave Williams to learn about the secret life of bees and how bees find food, and life in a colony! A beehive and other items are on display and enjoy a taste of some natural honey as well! 9/5 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Learn about the unique life history of this local butterfly. Participate in the capture, tagging, recording, and release for scientific study of its amazing migrating journey. Long pants recommended. MODERATE hike. 9/6 BENJAMIN BACON MUSEUM TOURS 1-4 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Benjamin Bacon Museum Enjoy an informal tour through the home of the Bacon Family, whose donations helped create the Lorain County Metro Parks 9/6 TRAM RIDES 2-3:30 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam Enjoy a tram ride along the Steel Mill Extension Trail. Meet at shelter #1. Preference given to those not able to walk the trail. Last tram leaves at 3:30. 9/7 REPTILES! 2-3 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Enjoy the day off at the park! Learn about common Ohio species and take a short walk to look for the rascally reptiles in the park. A special guest joins us as well! EASY hike. LIVE ANIMALS 9/8 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation Want someone to hike with? Join us for this new program; little talking, just walking. Get a mug if you do 3 hikes in a month. Program once a week. EASY hike. 9/8 VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION 10-11am or 7-8pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Learn about volunteering at the parks and Friends of the Metro Parks in Lorain County, Inc. Pre-register by 9/7. 9/8 RUGHOOKING 11 am-3 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join the local group of rughookers to learn some new techniques, work on your project, or just socialize. 9/9 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 9/9 PRESCHOOL CSI: MONARCHS 10-11 am or 2-3 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Craft, snack and investigation for 3-5 year olds and adult. 9/9 MATURE DRIVING 2-3:30pm Wellington Reservation - Wellington Visitor Center Experts from AAA and the Ohio State Highway Patrol will be presenting an informal presentation for senior drivers, which will include tips on how to drive better, longer, and safer. Pre-register by 9/8. 9/9 T-SHIRT LEAF PRINTING 5-6 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Shelter #1 Start off the fall by making your own decorated T-shirt! Learn about some of the common trees in the park and create your own t-shirt design with permanent paint. Please bring your own white T-shirt. 9/9 BEGINNING BALLROOM CLASS 7:30-9 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Dancetime studios' Barb Gerhart teaches basic patterns in ballroom, Latin, and swing in this 5 week intro class; no experience necessary, just wanting fun! Pre-register by 9/2. PAY $50 at door. Wear casual dress and smooth soled shoes. 9/9 GOT MILK? 7:30-8:30 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge You don't drink this milk from the milkweed plant, but it is important in the monarchs' life cycle. Search for milkweed and monarch caterpillars. EASY hike. 9/10 PRESCHOOL IN THE GARDEN: NUTS AND SEEDS 10-11 am Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center Preschoolers and parents learn about nuts, seeds and fruit with a story, craft and fun! 9/10 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3:30 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Learn about the unique life history of this local butterfly. Participate in the capture, tagging, recording, and release for scientific study of its amazing migrating journey. Long pants recommended. MODERATE hike. 9/10 HIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH 6pm Black River Reservation - High Meadows Learn your waist to hip ratio and try the new fitness craze Zumba. MODERATE hike. 9/10 EVENING MARSH HIKE 7-8:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Listen & look as the marsh goes to bed. MODERATE hike. 9/12 WATERCOLORS WITH JOYCE BOLTE 9am-1pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Create a painting with instruction from Joyce. Designed for adult, intermediate students. Pre-register by 9/7 and PAY $25 at the door. Email jbwaterart@yahoo.com for supply list 9/12 TEENS AT THE PARK 10am-Noon Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Teens and a guardian learn about volunteer opportunities at the park. Pre-register by 9/11. 9/12 ORIENTEERING 101: BEGINNERS COMPASS SKILLS 10 am-Noon Kopf Family Reservation - Avon Lake Public Library For those interested in using a compass and map, join in this two part series and learn the art of orienteering. First session is Compass Skills. All ages welcome. Pre-register by 9/7. 9/12 JEWELTONE ROLL BASKET CLASS 11 am-3 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Laura Weinkamer teaches you to create a 7” x 10” colorful spoked wood-base basket with beaded handles. Great for beginners! Pre-register by 9/8; PAY $19 at door. Meet at lodge. Bring supplies. 9/12 2ND ANNUAL SHEFFIELD VILLAGE FAMILY PRIDE DAY AND TRUE NORTH CULTURAL ARTS ARTS FEST. 11am to 5:30 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Enjoy the arts, music and family fun. See related article. 9/12 TREE PLANTING BASICS 11 am-Noon Schoepfle Garden Vistor Center From seedling to ball and burlap, check out the basics of selecting, locating and planting trees in your landscape. 9/12 HIKE THROUGH THE WOODS 1-3 pm Kopf Family Reservation Hike through the woods on the unpaved trails winding their way through the Kopf Family Reservation. Be prepared for off- trail hiking. Meet at the Library. 9/12 WILDLIFE HUMAN CONFLICTS HIKE 1-2:30 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Have questions or concerns about problematic wildlife in your yard? Then this hike is for you. MODERATE hike. 9/13 DO-IT-YOURSELF BASKETS: DIVIDED CARRIER Noon-4 pm FFrench Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Laura Weinkamer instructs on making this handy basket woven on a 5” x 8” wooden base with a wood handle divider. Choice of color accent. Good for beginners. Pre-register by 9/6 & PAY $22 at door. Supply list available. 9/13 ASTRONOMY: SOLAR VIEWING 1-4 pm Black River Reservation - High Meadows A safe look at the sun. Co-sponsored by Black River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only! 9/13 TRAM RIDES 2-3:30 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam Enjoy a tram ride along the Steel Mill Extension Trail. Meet at shelter #1. Preference given to those not able to walk the trail. Last tram leaves at 3:30. 9/13 SUMMER END CONCERT 6-7:30 pm Columbia Reservation Enjoy the hand clappin' foot stompin' music of Crash Coffin, a local favorite. Bring your friend and a chair. 9/15 PRESCHOOL: FALL 10-11 am Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Bring your preschooler ages 3-5 to learn about fall and where the animals go during this time. Attend 5 of the 9 programs your child receives a surprise! 9/15 BOOK WORMS 1-2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center This month's selection is “The Education of Little Tree” by Forrest Carter. See Related Article 9/15 LEAF COLLECTION HIKE 6 pm Wellington Reservation Bring your leaf collection assignments as a naturalist leads the trails helping to identify the various tree's. EASY hike. 9/15 BIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH 6pm. Black River Reservation - High Meadows Join us for a cardio ride on last bike ride in this series. MODERATE hike. 9/16 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 9/16 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation Want someone to hike with? Join us for this new program; little talking, just walking. Get a mug if you do 3 hikes in a month. Program once a week. EASY hike. 9/16 MATURE DRIVING 10-11:30am Kopf Family Reservation - Avon Lake Public Library Experts from AAA and the Ohio State Highway Patrol will be presenting an informal presentation for senior drivers, which will include tips on how to drive better, longer, and safer. Pre-register by 9/8. 9/17 WATERCOLOR: AUTUMN COLORS 9:30-11:30 French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join Clela Stelnicki in this 8-week course for $80 (Sept 17, 24, Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5 & 12). Available on an individual class payment thru teacher. Pre-register by 9/12 & PAY at door. 9/17 GOING GREEN 7-8 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center This program covers local agencies and the efforts being put forth to solve our energy problems. 9/17 FISHING IN LAKE ERIE'S CENTRAL BASIN 7:30-8:30 pm Lakeview Park Lecture series takes place on the 3rd Thursday (Sept-Nov). Kevin Kayle from the Ohio Department of Nautural Reasouces will lecture on Lake Erie Fishery Management and give tips on fishing the Lake Erie's Central Basin. Join us to ensure you catch the “big one “ this fall. Perch dinners are served at 6pm for a fee at The Rose Café . 9/18 PRESCHOOL NATURE KIDS: APPLES AND JOHNNY 10-11 am Kopf Family Reservation - Avon Lake Public Library Preschoolers 3+ with an adult companion learn about John Chapman and how he spread apples throughout the Midwest. Snack available. Come prepared to hike off-trail. Pre-register by 9/14. EASY hike. 9/19 HUNTER'S SAFETY 9 am-2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Hunter safety and related issues discussed in this 2 day session (9/29 & 30). Sponsored by Cuyahoga Sportsman's Assoc. Under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Ray Peters (440)610-4457 to REGISTER and PAY $5 by 9/26. 9/19 BROWNIE SCOUT TRY-IT 10-11:15 am Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Brownie scouts earn their Watching Wildlife try-it. Try it not included. Pre-register by 9/17. 9/19 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 9/19 THE LEGEND OF BIG FOOT 7-9 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Join us for an interesting night with Big Foot investigator and enthusiast, Marc DeWerth. Participants hear stories and investigate evidence that might suggest that the legend is real and then take a short hike! Meet at Briarwood Lodge. EASY hike. 9/19 EXTRA CREDIT HIKE 10-11:00 am Lakeview Park 9/19 BURRELL HOMESTEAD TOUR 1 pm French Creek Reservation - Burrell House Tour this Underground Railroad site and home to one of Sheffield's first families. 9/19 LAWN BOWLING FAMILY DAY 1-3pm Lakeview Park For families and people of all ages who ever wanted to learn how to lawn bowl. Meet at the lawn bowling green right behind the Easter basket at the front entrance 9/19 RIVER WALK 1-2 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Learn about aquatic ecology and use nets to discover what creatures live in the Vermilion River as we take a stroll along the shore. MODERATE hike. 9/19 PIRATE MOVIE 1:30-3:30 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Join us on International Talk Like a Pirate Day to watch everyone's favorite frog and pig in a pirate movie adventure. Popcorn provided. 9/20 JUNIOR SCOUT BADGE 10-11:15 am Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Junior girl scouts earn their Earth Connections Badge. Badge not included. Pre-register by 9/17. 9/20 PIRATE DAY! Noon-3 pm Columbia Reservation In celebration of “International Talk Like a Pirate Day,” join us for some family fun. Free miniature golf for those who come dressed like a pirate. See related article. 9/20 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 9/20 SURVIVAL WORKSHOP 2-4 pm French Creek Reservation - Pine Tree Picnic Area Learn about various survival skills such as shelter construction, fire building, wild edibles, as well as many other useful skills. Practice these skills and make a survival kit to take home. Meet at shelter #1. Pre-register and PAY $4 by 9/15. 9/20 TRAM RIDES 2-3:30 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam Enjoy a tram ride along the Steel Mill Extension Trail. Meet at shelter #1. Preference given to those not able to walk the trail. Last tram leaves at 3:30. 9/20 HOUSE AND GARDEN TOUR 2-3 pm Schoepfle Garden See the garden and home of the man that started it. EASY hike. 9/20 FALL NATURE CRAFTS 5-6 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Create fun Fall crafts using both man-made and natural objects. Suggested donation of $2 for materials. Pre-register by 9/18. 9/20 OPEN MIKE 7-9pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join us for a fun night of live music, friendship, sharing, and decent coffee and cookies. This month's featured performer. Bill Armstrong. 9/22 HUNTER SAFETY COURSE 5-9pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Hunter safety & related issues discussed. Sponsored by LaGrange Hunting Club. Must complete 3 day course (9/22, 23, & 24). Pre-register by contacting Brian Schwan at (440) 655-5266 or Jesse Rangel at (440) 277-7179. 9/22 ROSE CARE IN THE FALL 7-8 pm Lakeview Park Have you ever wondered what to do with your roses in the fall? Learn how to prepare your roses for the cold winter months and what to do with them year round, concluding with a tour of our rose garden. Handouts and tips are available to ensure beautiful roses in your yard. 9/23 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 9/23 WOODLAND WALK 9-11 am Kopf Family Reservation MODERATE hike. 9/23 PARK PALS II: CHIPMUNKS 10-11 am French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Pre-school children ages 3-5 learn about chipmunks through a craft, activities, and a hike. EASY hike. 9/23 MATURE DRIVING 10-11:30am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Experts from AAA and the Ohio State Highway Patrol will be presenting an informal presentation for senior drivers, which will include tips on how to drive better, longer, and safer. Pre-register by 9/22 9/23 FALL SPANISH HIKE 5-6 pm Vermilion River Reservation Whether you are fluent or still learning, come explore the woods en espanol. Meet at the trails. 9/23 SPIDER EYES 7:30-8:30 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Learn about amazing arachnids and how they are like and unlike insects. Bring a flashlight to search for them. EASY hike. 9/24 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation Want someone to hike with? Join us for this new program; little talking, just walking. Get a mug if you do 3 hikes in a month. Program once a week. EASY hike. 9/24 STROLLER TIKE HIKE 10-11am Kopf Family Reservation Meet at the Avon Lake Public Library EASY hike. 9/24 LEAF COLLECTION HIKE 6-7:30 pm Schoepfle Garden For fun or school, collect leaves around the garden. 9/25 ASTRONOMY: GOODBYE TO SUMMER 9-11 pm Carlilse Reservation - Nielson Observatory Co-sponsored by Black River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only! Rain date is 9/26 9/26 NATIVE AMERICAN POW-WOW CELEBRATION 10 am-4 pm Vermilion River Reservation Learn about Ohio's history and the Woodland nations who first inhabited this land! Professional Native American drummers, dancers, food, and arts and crafts are available. Great for the whole family! 9/26 HERB SPIRAL GARDEN 10-11 am Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center Learn how to construct a spiral garden, an eco-friendly form that takes care of itself! 9/26 NATURE DAYS EXTRAVAGANZA! 11 am-3 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Come out for a day of nature as you learn about invasive plants, raptors, beavers, reptiles, amphibians and more. Also enjoy a hayride through the park! Food and miniature golf specials at Sundaes In The Park! Meet at Briarwood Lodge. 9/26 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 9/26 LEAF ID HIKE 1-2:30 pm Carlisle Reservation - Nielson Observatory Learn to identify Carlisle Reservation's deciduous and coniferous trees. Meet near Nielson Observatory. 9/26 STEEL MILL HIKE 2-3:30 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam Hike along this trail, learn some history, and see what is growing. STRENUOUS hike. 9/27 HARVEST PANCAKE BREAKFAST 9am-1pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center All you can eat Blueberry, Plain with Strawberries or Chocolate Chip Pancakes served with Sausage, Juice, Coffee & Tea for $6.50 per person - Children 3 to 10 years old $4.00 and 2 and under free. Sponsored by Friends of the Metro Parks. 9/27 QUICKSTART KAYAKING 9 am-Noon Splash Zone ACA (American Canoe Association) beginning paddling course. Highlights: kayak nomenclature, basic strokes, safety, and demonstration of rescues. 16 & older; 16-18 must be accompanied by participating adult. Pre-register and PAY $35 by 9/23. 9/27 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 9/27 EASTERN GIANTS 1-2 pm Columbia Reservation Explore the huge wildflowers, some over 10' at our eastern-most park reservation. EASY hike. 9/27 MIGRATING MONARCHS 2-3 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Learn about the unique life history of this local butterfly. Participate in the capture, tagging, recording, and release for scientific study of its amazing migrating journey. Long pants recommended. MODERATE hike. Meet near the Nielson Observatory 9/27 TRAM RIDES 2-3:30 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam Enjoy a tram ride along the Steel Mill Extension Trail. Meet at shelter #1. Preference given to those not able to walk the trail. Last tram leaves at 3:30. 9/27 GPS BASICS 2-4 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Learn how to use a handheld GPS unit for navigation in an outdoor setting. Practice skills a GPS course set up throughout the French Creek Reservation. Please bring own handheld GPS . MODERATE hike. 9/28 WATERCOLOR CLASS: EARLY FALL FLOWERS 10 am-3 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Clela Stelnicki helps you capture the beauty of fall flowers; and other unique characteristic through this step-by-step class. Meet at Briarwood. Held outdoors if weather permits. Bring a lunch, and supplies. Pre-register by 9/23; PAY $20/door. 9/30 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 9/30 BUS TRIP TO THE TRAIN 11 am-5 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center We bus from FCNC to ride the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railway. See Related Article. Pre-register and PAY $15 by 9/14. 10/1 ART SHOW: WONDERS IN WATERCOLOR 8 am-4:30 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Watercolors by Joyce Bolte on display through 10/31. 10/1 TASTE OF HALLOWEEN PARTIES 6-8 pm Lakeview Park Come hungry to this event where you learn tips for your Halloween celebrations from the chefs at Deluca's Rose Café. Taste the creations from appetizers to entrees. Costumes are optional but encouraged. Pre-register by 9/28 calling 440-233-7272 & PAY $15 per person at door. 10/3 CEMENT LEAF CLASS 10-11:30am Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Sue Cotton helps you create 2 cement leaf bowls, a stepping stone and you get a kit to take home. Pre-register by 9/25 & PAY $20 at the door. 10/3 MUSHROOM ID HIKE 10-11:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Search the woods for mushrooms while improving your ID skills. 10/3 LEAF COLLECTION HIKE 10-11 am Schoepfle Garden For fun or school, collect leaves around the garden. 10/3 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 10/4 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 10/4 POISONOUS PLANTS 1-2:30 pm Columbia Reservation Learn about the plants that are harmful to touch and ingest! Also find out how they benefit the wild critters. EASY hike. 10/4 ASTRONOMY: SOLAR VIEWING 1-4pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Safe look at the sun. Co-sponsored by Black River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only! 10/4 TRAM RIDES 2-3:30 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam Enjoy a tram ride along the Steel Mill Extension Trail. Meet at shelter #1. Preference given to those not able to walk the trail. Last tram leaves at 3:30. 10/5 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation Want someone to hike with? Join us for this new program; little talking, just walking. Get a mug if you do 3 hikes in a month. Program once a week. EASY hike. 10/6 KIDDIE CRAFT CLUB: NATURE PRINTING 10-11 am or 2-3 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Fun nature crafts for preschoolers and their parents. 10/6 INTRODUCTION TO KAYAKING 5-8 pm Splash Zone For the recreational kayaker. Introduces the basics including safety, strokes, and rescues. 2-day session: 10/6 & 10/8. Participants attend both days. Ages 16 & up – under 18 with participating adult. Pre-register and PAY $45 by 10/2. 10/7 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 10/7 WOODLAND WALK 9-11 am Kopf Family Reservation Join us for a guided walk/ hike through the woodlands of the Kopf Family Reservation. We start from the Avon Lake Library. MODERATE hike. 10/7 PARK PALS: SIGNS OF FALL 10-11 am French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Preschoolers and an adult companion learn about Fall through a story, craft and hike to look for signs of the season. EASY hike. 10/7 PRESCHOOL SPECIAL: NATURE STORY 10-11 am Columbia Reservation Parents and preschoolers, enjoy a nature story and then take a hike to explore what we learned in the story. EASY hike. 10/8 PRESCHOOL IN THE GARDEN: THREE SISTERS 10-11 am Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center Preschoolers and parents learn about vegetables that grow well together with a craft, story and fun! 10/8 HIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH 6pm French Creek Reservation- PINE TREE PICNIC AREA Join us for the last hike in this series and learn about your grip strength. MODERATE hike. 10/9 BUS TRIP TO THE TRAIN 11 am-5 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Pre-register and PAY $15 by 9/22. 10/9 ASTRONOMY: DRAGON'S METEORS 8-10 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Telescope viewing of the night sky and hopefully some meteors. Co-sponsored by Black River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only! Rain date is 10/10 10/10 BIRDING HIKE 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Celebrate our 10 year anniversary with the birds! MODERATE hike. 10/10 WATERCOLORS WITH JOYCE BOLTE 9am-1pm Carlisle Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Create a painting with instruction from Joyce. Designed for adult, intermediate students. PR by 10/5 and pay $25 at the door. Email jbwaterart@yahoo.com for supply list 10/10 GEOLOGIST ACTIVITY BADGE 10-11 am French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Use this program to work toward earning the Geologist Activity Badge. Learn about types of rocks and the geology of our area, and then hike in search of rocks. Pre-registerby 10/5. EASY hike. 10/10 ORIENTEERING 101: MAP READING 10 am-Noon Kopf Family Reservation - Avon Lake Public Library Second in the two part series. Learn to read and use a topographic map and review basic compass skills. Dress for some outdoors activity. All ages welcome. Pre-register by 10/5. 10/10 PERRY F. JOHNSON DAY 10 am-4 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Help us celebrate Sandy Ridge's 10th anniversary as we take this day to honor LCMP's first naturalist and namesake of the Johnson Wetland Center. See related article. 10/10 LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD 11am French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center A Children's Opera by Seymour Barab. Tickets are $5 for children and $10 for adults. 10/10 FACT OR FICTION: THE LEGEND OF GORE ORPHANAGE 11 am-Noon or Noon-1 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn. Learn the history of Gore Orphanage and explore the remains during the daylight. Pre-register by 10/9. 10/10 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 10/10 HIBERNATION HIKE 1-2 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Winter is around the corner so here is your chance to find out who will stay and who will be flying south! Meet at Briarwood Lodge then take a short hike! EASY hike. 10/10 THE LONG LOST SIDEWALK 1-3 pm Kopf Family Reservation Hike in search of the sidewalks hidden in the southern part of the Kopf Family Reservation. Meet at Belle Rd Park. 10/10 OUTER LIMITS HIKE 1-2:30 PM Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Hike the normally off-limits sections of the marsh. STRENUOUS hike. 10/10 CRAZY FOR CRAYFISH 2-3 pm Vermilion River Reservation-SHELTER #1 Join park naturalist and Oberlin College professor of Biology Roger Laushman as we go in search of crayfish! Bring your shoes to get wet or just watch during this family program. 10/10 PACK THE PARKS: BACKPACKS 2-3:30 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Participate in a backpacks demo followed by a hike through the park. STRENUOUS hike. 10/10 FALL COLORS HIKE 10-11:30 am Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Join a Naturalist to admire the fall scenery. EASY Hike. 10/11 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 10/11 CARD STAMPING CLASS 1-3 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Julie Kramer, Stampin Up consultant, teaches you to stamp and create various greeting cards to keep or send! Make 5 cards/$10. Pre-register by 10/7 & PAY $10 at door. Meet at Briarwood Lodge. 10/11 NOCTURNAL MAMMALS 1-2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Learn about nocturnal mammals that live in our area, and then meet our opossum named Ginny. Also participate in an opossum craft. 10/11 FALL FAMILY PHOTO DAY 1-4pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center See related article. 10/11 TRAM RIDES 2-3:30 pm Black River Reservation - Days Dam Enjoy a tram ride along the Steel Mill Extension Trail. Meet at shelter #1. Preference given to those not able to walk the trail. Last tram leaves at 3:30. 10/11 WHOO HEARS AN OWL? 2-3 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Kids learn about owls, their habits, and their place on the food chain. Kids even dissect an owl pellet! Come prepared to explore the world of our feathery friend. 10/13 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation Want someone to hike with? Join us for this new program; little talking, just walking. Get a mug if you do 3 hikes in a month. Program once a week. EASY hike. 10/13 RUGHOOKING 11 am-3 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join the local group of rughookers to learn some new techniques, work on your project, or just socialize. 10/13 OHIO'S WILDLIFE IN SPANISH 5-6pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Learn about common wildlife in our area in this presentation led in Spanish 10/14 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 10/14 PRESCHOOL BEACH BUNCH 10-11 am Lakeview Park We do crafts and a nature lesson. Program also includes a snack and activity. Meet at the Rose Café. 10/14 PRESCHOOL CSI: SCREECH OWL 10-11 am or 2-3 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Craft, snack and investigation for 3-5 year olds and adult. 10/14 COOL AUTUMN HIKE 3-4 pm Columbia Reservation Fall is here so let's enjoy it by learning, hiking and taking in all the beauty that it brings! Meet at overlook. EASY hike. 10/15 VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP: WOLF PUP 101 2-3:00 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center See Related Article. 10/15 HUNT AND FISH THE MIDWEST 7-8 pm Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Need some new ideas to where to hunt and fish? We cover local and regional public destinations. 10/15 LAKE ERIE LECTURE SERIES: SHIPWRECKS AND ARCHAELOLOGY 7:30-8:30 pm Lakeview Park Lecture series takes place on the 3rd Thursday (Sept-Nov). Carrie Sowden from The Great Lakes Historical Society follows the entire stream of the archaeologist, from research, to discovery, to investigation, and finally to analysis and publication. Examples of Lake Erie shipwrecks are used to highlight each step. The Rose Café serves perch dinners prior to the lecture starting at 6 pm for a fee. 10/16 PRESCHOOL NATURE KIDS: PUMPKINS 10-11 am Kopf Family Reservation - Avon Lake Public Library Preschoolers 3+ with an adult companion learn about pumpkins, through stories, crafts and games. Snack available. Come prepared to get your hands into your work. Pre-register by 10/12 10/16 PAW PAW HIKE 5 pm KIPTON RESERVATION Join us as we explore the deep woods of the Kipton Reservation in search of the paw paw tree/fruit. MODERATE hike. 10/16 HALLOWEEN FAIR 5-10 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Join us for a hike down a haunted forest trail, a fun and spooky train ride, amazing entertainment, games, activities, food, and so much more! See related article. 10/16 THE MASTER CARVER OF FRENCH CREEK: A WHIMSICAL HALLOWEEN MYSTERY 7:30pm. French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Enjoy an original kid friendly Halloween Play written by Gary Gerrone. Shows See related article. Tickets $10; call (440) 949-5200 to purchase. 10/17 EXTRA CREDIT HIKE 9-10am Lakeview Park Meet at Rose Café. 10/17 HUNTER'S SAFETY 9 am-2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Hunter safety and related issues discussed in this 2 day session (9/29 & 30). Sponsored by Cuyahoga Sportsman's Assoc. Under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Ray Peters (440)610-4457 to register and PAY $5 by 10/10. 10/17 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CARD WORKSHOP 10 am-1 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Make 3 cards and 2 tags for the holidays with Melanie Dougall, CTMH consultant. Bring own trimmer & adhesives, all other materials provided. Pre-register & PAY $15 by 10/12. 10/17 FALL PLANTING 10-11 am Schoepfle Garden Visitor Center From bulbs to rhubarb, there is plenty to plan and plant for the fall garden, learn how! 10/17 HALLOWEEN ON THE LAKE Noon-2 pm Lakeview Park The event kicks off with a costume contest parade around the park starting at noon, lining up at the fountain. The age groups for the contest are 1-5yrs., 6-13 yrs., and 14yrs. and older. The Halloween activities kickoff at 12:30 following the parade and include crafts, games, and stories. Some activities take place outside, dress accordingly. Food be available for a small fee in the Rose Café including hot dogs, chips and pizza. 10/17 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 10/17 KIDS HIKE: SPIDERS! 1-2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Take a fun hike through the park in search of spiders and signs of their activity. EASY hike. 10/17 I'M NUTS ABOUT ACORNS! 2-3:30 pm Columbia Reservation Learn all about these mighty trees that produce the ‘mast' important for wildlife and what is the difference between the different ‘fruits of the trees'. EASY hike. 10/18 BREAKFAST IN THE GARDEN 9:30-11 am Schoepfle Garden Enjoy a bite to eat before a 10 am stroll through the garden. EASY hike. 10/18 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 10/18 GROSSOLOGY HIKE 1-2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center 10/18 HALLOWEEN KID'S CRAFTS 2-3 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Kids 5-12 can enjoy creating their own spooky works of art! Please PRE-REGSITER by 10/12 to reserve materials. 10/18 OPEN MIKE 7-9 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join us for a fun night of live music, friendship, sharing and decent coffee and cookies. This month's featured performer: Bob Sammon 10/20 SENIOR HIKING CLUB 9-10:30 am French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join us for some fresh air and beautiful wild scenery. For those 55+. EASY hike. 10/20 PRESCHOOL: FALL 10-11 am Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Bring your preschooler ages 3-5 to learn owls and then make one to take home. Attend 5 of the 9 programs at Vermilion your child receives a surprise. 10/21 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 10/21 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation Want someone to hike with? Join us for this new program; little talking, just walking. Get a mug if you do 3 hikes in a month. Program once a week. EASY hike. 10/21 WOODLAND WALK 9-11 am Kopt Family Reservation See 10/7 description. MODERATE hike. 10/21 PARK PALS II: MOLES 10-11 am French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Pre-school children ages 3-5 learn about moles through a craft, activities, and a hike. EASY hike. 10/23 ASTRONOMY: ORIONID METEOR STRAGGLERS 8-10 pm Carlisle Reservation - Nielson Observatory Telescope viewing of the night sky and hopefully some meteors. Co-sponsored by Black River Astronomical Society. Clear skies only! Rain date is 10/24 10/23 HALLOWEEN FAIR 5-10pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Join us for a hike down a haunted forest trail, a fun and spooky train ride, amazing entertainment, games, activities, food, and so much more! See related article. 10/24 WATERFOWL I.D. HIKE 9-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Search the marsh for migrant waterfowl. Brush up your ID skills. MODERATE hike. 10/24 PUMPKIN PATCH BASKET CLASS 11 am-3 pm Columbia Reservation - Briarwood Lodge Laura Weinkamer teaches you to create a fall orange basket woven with a 5” x 9” wooden handle with a Halloween motif decoration add on. Great for beginners! Pre-register by 10/19 & PAY $21at door. Meet at lodge. Bring supplies. 10/24 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 10/24 BIRDS OF PREY PHOTO OPPORTUNITY 2-3 pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Photograph residents of the Raptor Center outside the Visitor Center. LA 10/24 HALLOWEEN FAIR 5-10pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Join us for a hike down a haunted forest trail, a fun and spooky train ride, amazing entertainment, games, activities, food, and so much more! See related article. 10/25 FALL HAY WAGON RIDES & CORN MAZE Noon-4 pm Carlisle Reservation - Equestrian Center Celebrate the onset of fall! Horse-drawn wagons leave about every fifteen minutes. The last wagon departs at 3:30. $1 admission to Corn Maze. Weather permitting; please call ahead. See related article. 10/25 POWER HIKE 1-3 pm Columbia Reservation Little talking, lots of walking to collect the 50 mile club miles! STRENUOUS hike. 10/26 FACT OR FICTION: THE LEGEND OF GORE ORPHANAGE 6-7 pm or 7-8 pm Vermilion River Reservation - Carriage Barn Learn the history of Gore Orphanage and enjoy your only opportunity to explore the remains after dark! Pre-register by 10/23 to reserve a spot on the Park Shuttlebus. 10/28 WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING 8-10:30 am Sandy Ridge Reservation - Johnson Wetland Center Join us for this birding hike series. MODERATE hike. 10/29 WEEKLY WALKERS 8:30-9:30 am Columbia Reservation Want someone to hike with? Join us for this new program; little talking, just walking. Get a mug if you do 3 hikes in a month. Program once a week. EASY hike. 10/29 HALLOWEEN PARTY 6-8:30 pm Wellington Reservation - Wellington Visitor Center Enjoy an evening of kid safe family fun Halloween. Costume contest, prizes and refreshments will be provided. Pre-register by 10/20 10/30 HALLOWEEN FAIR 5-10pm Carlise Reservation - Carlisle Visitor Center Join us for a hike down a haunted forest trail, a fun and spooky train ride, amazing entertainment, games, activities, food, and so much more! See related article. 10/31 WITCH HAZEL HUNT 1-2 pm French Creek Reservation - French Creek Nature Center Join a hunt for this plant that blooms just in time for Halloween. MODERATE hike. |