Event Types
Primary Events: These events are open to registered Cleveland Metroparks WVP volunteers. They count towards credit for Watershed Stewardship Certification. Some events are only open to WVP Certified Stewards. Types of primary events include:
(E)ducation: Broaden and share watershed knowledge at presentations, workshops, community events, and tours
(M)onitoring: Make observations and collect watershed data
(R)estoration: Restore and care for natural areas and green infrastructure
Public Events: These events are indicated by an (*) at the end of the title and are open to both the public and WVP volunteers. Public volunteers may register here.
(S)upplemental Events: These events are held by our partner and collaborating organizations but count towards WVP service hours.
December Events
(L) Watershed Wednesday: Certified Steward Tour of Great Lakes Brewery
Wed, Dec 17, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Great Lakes Brewery in Ohio City
As our last event of the year, Certified Stewards will be treated to a tour of Great Lakes Brewery highlighting their sustainability efforts and water stewardship. Attendance is limited. Registration for this event will open in volgistics at 6pm on Wednesday November 26th.
December Supplemental Events
(S) TCWP Winter Webinar Series: True Pigments: Turning Pollution into Paint
Wed, Dec 17, 12 - 1 p.m. @ Webinar
Liz Myers, Restoration EIT at EnviroScience, to learn how acid-mine drainage (AMD) is transformed into vibrant paint pigments.
January Events
(E) Great Lakes Cargo Ships Lecture
Sat, Jan 10, 11 a. m. - 1 p.m. @ CanalWay Center in Cuyahoga River Watershed
Cleveland is a port city and ships are vital to our economy. Since before William Gordon (of Gordon Park and Gordon Square Arts District fame) orchestrated the first shipment of iron ore from Lake Superior to Cleveland, we’ve been receiving raw materials by bulk cargo ship. Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak will help you understand how these behemoths of transportation work and where you can go to see them in action. Bonus Edmund Fitzgerald material!: In honor of the recent 50th anniversary of its sinking, Doug will incorporate what's known about the Edmund Fitzgerald tragedy. He will cover the major (plausible) theories, provide a definitive (probably unsatisfactory) answer, and conduct a stark examination of some of Gordon Lightfoot's lyrics.
(R) Seed Processing
Wed, Jan 14, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation in West Creek Watershed
Join WVP as we process and prepare the seed that we collected during the fall.
(M) Winter Stonefly Survey
Sat, Jan 17, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. @ Baldwin Creek in Baldwin Creek Watershed
Join volunteer leader Bob Bennett for the first of a three part stonefly monitoring work session. Learn about the first discoveries of stoneflies in Baldwin Creek, search on-land for two species of stoneflies at three Baldwin Creek sites, and submit photo data to iNaturalist. Data collected during these surveys will be utilized to estimate the presence and abundance of stonefly families within Baldwin Creek.
(E) Natural Resources Winter Lecture Series: Cleveland Metroparks Watershed Origin Story
Wed, Jan 21, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation in West Creek Watershed
Jennifer Grieser, Cleveland Metroparks' Director of Natural Resources, will kick of 2026's Natural Resources Winter Lecture Series presenting "Cleveland Metroparks Watershed Origin Story". More details coming soon.
(M) Marine Debris Monitoring
Sun, Jan 25, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Euclid Beach in Euclid Creek Watershed
Join us for monitoring Marine Debris at Euclid Creek.
January Supplemental Events
(S) TCWP: Winter Webinar Series: Breaking Ground: Perspectives from Young Conservation Professionals
Thurs, Jan 22, 12 - 1 p.m. @ Webinar
Join a panel of early-career environmental professionals as they share their journeys and discuss: Real-world challenges in environmental careers, Opportunities for growth and impact, Tips for launching and thriving in the field Insights for early-career professionals, Guidance for seasoned professionals supporting the next generation.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Cuyahoga SWCD Ripples of Plastic Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Thurs, Jan 22, 7 - 9 p.m. @ Cedar Lee Theatre, 2163 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118
Join Cuyahoga SWCD for a screening of the film Ripples of Plastic, followed by a panel discussion with the film’s director and local conservation partners. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased directly from Cleveland Cinemas.
February Events
(M) Marine Debris Monitoring
Sun, Feb 8, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Euclid Beach in Euclid Creek Watershed
Join us for monitoring Marine Debris at Euclid Creek.
(M) Winter Stonefly Survey
Sat, Feb 14, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. @ Baldwin Creek in Baldwin Creek Watershed
Join volunteer leader Bob Bennett for the second of a three part stonefly monitoring work session. Learn about the first discoveries of stoneflies in Baldwin Creek, search on-land for two species of stoneflies at three Baldwin Creek sites, and submit photo data to iNaturalist. Data collected during these surveys will be utilized to estimate the presence and abundance of stonefly families within Baldwin Creek.
(R) Seed Processing
Wed, Feb 18, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation in West Creek Watershed
Join WVP as we process and prepare the seed that we collected during the fall.
(E) Natural Resources Winter Lecture Series: Cleveland Metroparks Priority Watershed Assessment
Wed, Feb 25, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation in West Creek Watershed
Have you ever wondered how Cleveland Metroparks decides where to do stream restoration? Join Natural Resources staff Claire Weldon, Nathan Byer, and Elizabeth Hiser to hear about the team's work on harnessing primary headwater assessment and land cover data to create a resource for effective and adaptive watershed management.
February Supplemental Events
(S) TCWP: Winter Webinar Series: Healthy Soils, Healthy Communities: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Soil Health
Thurs, Feb 19, 12 - 1 p.m. @ Webinar
Healthy soil is the foundation of healthy communities. Join Sara Continenza, Executive Director and Founder of Food Strong, for a FREE webinar on restoring degraded urban soils through community action and innovation. Sara will draw from her work transforming vacant lots into thriving green spaces.
March Events
(M) Winter Stonefly Survey
Sat, Mar 14, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. @ Baldwin Creek in Baldwin Creek Watershed
Join volunteer leader Bob Bennett for the third of a three part stonefly monitoring work session. Learn about the first discoveries of stoneflies in Baldwin Creek, search on-land for two species of stoneflies at three Baldwin Creek sites, and submit photo data to iNaturalist. Data collected during these surveys will be utilized to estimate the presence and abundance of stonefly families within Baldwin Creek.
(E) Natural Resources Winter Lecture Series: Tree Selector Tool: Case Study Application and Wildlife Benefits of Trees
Wed, Mar 18, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation in West Creek Watershed
Responsible landscaping starts with you. Planting native trees helps in mitigating soil erosion, reduces flood impact, provides shade that reduces energy costs, improves air quality by filtering pollutants, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. The essential ecosystem services provided by planting responsibly have significant positive impacts on our community. Come learn how to use the Tree Selector Tool and explore 90 native tree species to find the right one for your backyard.
(M) Marine Debris Monitoring
Sun, Mar 22, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Euclid Beach in Euclid Creek Watershed
Join us for monitoring Marine Debris at Euclid Creek.
March Supplemental Events
(S) TCWP: Winter Webinar Series: Nature Therapy: Finding Balance Through Pollinator Gardening
Thurs, Mar 26, 12 - 1 p.m. @ Webinar
Join Alyson Wakeen, wildlife biologist and certified shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) guide, for a FREE webinar on how connecting with nature can nurture both ecosystems and well-being.
Coming Attractions
(M) City Nature Challenge
April 25 - 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Abbreviations you will find in Volgistics:
- WVP- Watershed Volunteer Program
- NR- Natural Resources
- IP- Independent/Special Projects
- E- Education
- M- Monitoring
- R- Restoration
- S- Supplemental (continuing education and partner organization events)
Have further questions about events or registering? Please contact WVP staff at [email protected].