"msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">During the
spring season, birds are in abundance in Cleveland Metroparks.
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enjoy a variety of free programs in May to see beautiful birds
species and learn more about these winged-creatures in the Park
District, including:
Spring Bird
Hike
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Thursday, May
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� 8:30 -
10:30 a.m.
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South Chagrin Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Join a
naturalist for a 1-mile hike to discover winged migrants.
Binoculars recommended. Jackson Field is located off Jackson Road
in South Chagrin Reservation, north of Miles Road in Moreland
Hills. For more information, call 440-247-7075.
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BIRDING BY
Cart
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Saturday, May 8 � starting at
8 a.m.
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">CanalWay Center � Ohio &
Erie Canal Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Ohio &
Erie Canal Reservation is a popular spot to observe spring bird
migration. These cart tours are designed for those who enjoy
birding, but experience difficulty walking hills and long
distances. Others are welcome to walk along. Registration is
required, and space is limited. CanalWay Center is located on
Whittlesey Way, off the East 49th Street entrance of
Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, between Grant Avenue and Canal
Road in Cuyahoga Heights. For more information and to register,
call 216-206-1000" font-family: Palatino;">.
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The Merry
Month
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Saturday, May 8 � 10 - 11:30
a.m.
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lot � Euclid Creek Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Take a
2.5-mile hike in Euclid Creek Reservation to see the full swing of
spring. Look down for the wildflowers and look up to enjoy the
birds. Highland Picnic Area is located off Euclid Creek Parkway,
off the Highland Road entrance of Euclid Creek Reservation in
Euclid. For more information, call
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">440-473-3370.
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Summer
swallows
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Saturday, May 8 � 1 - 2
p.m.
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Nature Center � Rocky River Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Join
Naturalist Min Keung in search of Rocky River Reservation's
graceful cliff swallows. Take a 1.5-mile walk to their nesting
spots and seen them hunting for their flying prey. Rocky River
Nature Center is located at 24000 Valley Parkway in Rocky River
Reservation, north of Cedar Point Road in North Olmsted. For more
information, call 440-734-6660.
Bird
Hike
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Thursday, May 13 � 10
a.m.
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">CanalWay Center � Ohio &
Erie Canal Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">The month of
May is a great time to watch for visiting birds. The spring
migration brings birds that have been south all winter back to
Ohio. Visitors can enjoy a 1- to 2-mile bird hike along the Ohio
& Erie Canal and the Cuyahoga River. CanalWay Center is located
on Whittlesey Way, off the East 49th Street entrance of
Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, between Grant Avenue and Canal
Road in Cuyahoga Heights. For more information, call
216-206-1000.
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Monthly Morning
with the Birds
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Saturday, May 15 � 8 - 10
a.m.
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">John J. Donnelly Rocky River
Nature Center � Rocky River Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">It is the
peak of spring bird migration. Come to the Rocky River valley to
spot the birds through the emerging leaves on a 1.5-mile discovery.
Rocky River Nature Center is located at 24000 Valley Parkway in
Rocky River Reservation, north of Cedar Point Road in North
Olmsted. For more information, call
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Hiking for your
Health
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Thursday, May 20 � 1:30 -
3:30 p.m.
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Cottonwood Picnic Area �
Rocky River Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">Adults are
invited to take a 3.5-mile hike along the Rocky River and enjoy
birds and spring wildflowers with Naturalist David Dvorak.
Cottonwood Picnic Area is located off Valley Parkway in Rocky River
Reservation, south of Puritas/Mastick Road in Fairview
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information, call 440-734-6660.
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The Feathered
Babies
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Sunday, May 30 � noon - 1:30
p.m.
" font-family: 'Times New Roman';">North Chagrin Nature Center �
North Chagrin Reservation
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class="msonormal">" font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 10.0pt;">May is the
month when most of the waterfowl babies arrive. The young, along
with their parents, are easily seen as they search for food around
the marsh and pond. Look for this year's crop of waterfowl young on
a 1-mile trek. North Chagrin Nature Center is located off
Buttermilk Falls Parkway, off the Sunset Lane entrance of North
Chagrin Reservation, off SOM Center Road/Route 91 in Mayfield
Village. For more information, call 440-473-3370.
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"msonormal">Discover the winged
wonders in Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life,
naturally.
