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    Experience Fall Colors While Honing Outdoor Skills with Institute of the Great Outdoors

    News & Press | September 2010

    Experience Fall Colors While Honing Outdoor Skills with Institute of the Great Outdoors

    Posted: September 8, 2010
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    FOR IMMEDIATE
    RELEASE:                                             



    SEPTEMBER 8,
    2010      



     



    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:



    BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or-



    KAREN FREEDMAN - 216-635-3253



     



    The kids are back in school, the temperatures are cooler, and
    the fall colors are approaching their peak. There's no better time
    to learn a new outdoor skill through courses and trips offered by
    Cleveland Metroparks Institute of the Great Outdoors (IGO).



     



    The following are some of the IGO offerings this fall:



     



    Backpacking Basics



    Wednesday, September 22 � 6:30 - 9:30
    p.m.



    Rocky RiverNatureCenter � Rocky
    River Reservation -OR-



    Wednesday, September 29 � 6:30 - 9:30
    p.m.



    NorthChagrinNatureCenter � North
    Chagrin Reservation -OR-



    Wednesday, October 6 � 6:30 - 9:30
    p.m.



    BrecksvilleNatureCenter � Brecksville
    Reservation



    Learn the basics to having a safe and enjoyable backcountry
    experience. IGO knowledgeable staff will cover topics such as
    tents, backpacks, water filters, sleeping bags, and more. 
    Registration is required. Fee: $15.



     



    Camp & Kayak Getaway




    Pre-Trip:         
    Wednesday, September 29 �
    6:30 - 8:30
    p.m.



    GarfieldParkNatureCenter
    � GarfieldPark
    Reservation




    Trip:                
    Friday, October 15 - Sunday, October 17



    Enjoy a camping and kayaking getaway to
    SaltForkStatePark. Located a few hours south of Cleveland, Salt
    Fork offers calm waters for kayaking and peaceful campsites.
    Participants are required to have taken an IGO kayaking class
    within the last two years. Registration is required. This program
    is for adults. Fee: $85 (includes camping permit, boats, camping
    gear).



     



    Backpacking in Pennsylvania




    Pre-Trip:         
    Tuesday, September 28 �
    6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
    -AND-




                           
    Wednesday, October 13 �
    6:30 - 9:30 p.m.



    GarfieldParkNatureCenter �
    Garfield Park Reservation




    Trip:                
    Friday, October 22 - Sunday, October 24



    Explore the fall beauty of the Allegheny
    Mountains via the Hickory Creek Wilderness and a section of the
    Tanbark Trail. This intermediate level trip hosts a variety of
    unique features ranging from historical sites to sheer natural
    wonders. Registration is required. This program is for adults.



    Fee: $85 (includes equipment).



     



    Participants can enjoy the knowledge and expertise of seasoned
    instructors with all IGO programs.



     



    IGO also offers equipment adaptation and assessment to make
    outdoor recreation opportunities available to all individuals,
    regardless of ability.



     



    Some classes have prerequisites, including a level of
    proficiency and knowledge.



    For more information, a complete list of IGO courses and trips,
    detailed trip fact sheets, and to register, call 216-341-1704 or
    online at clevelandmetroparks.com.



     



    Discover the outdoors and learn new skills with
    the Institute of the Great Outdoors of Cleveland
    Metroparks - part of your life, naturally.



    -30-



     

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