FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
BOB ROTATORI 216-635-3263 -or-
HOLLY KECK 216-635-3253
�Fly� over to Cleveland Metroparks and enjoy more than a dozen
different free bird programs lead by Cleveland Metroparks staff.
See and hear migratory birds returning to Cleveland and those
passing through to their final breeding grounds.
The bird programs in May include:
Spring Bird Hike
Thursdays, May 3, May 10, May 17, and May 24 ∙
8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Jackson Field parking lot ∙ South Chagrin
Reservation
Take a 1.5-mile hike and discover winged migrants during this
series of bird hikes. Binoculars recommended. Some binoculars
available for loan. Jackson Field parking lot is located off
Jackson Road in South Chagrin Reservation, north of Miles Road in
Moreland Hills. For more information, call 440-247-7075.
Birding From The All Purpose Trail
Saturday, May 5 ∙ 8:30 - 10 a.m.
The Shelterhouse Picnic Area ∙ South Chagrin
Reservation
This 1.25-mile bird hike starts at the shelterhouse and
continues on the all purpose trail to the arboretum and back.
Binoculars recommended. Some binoculars available for loan. The
Shelterhouse Picnic Area is located "OLE_LINK1">off Hawthorn Parkway in South Chagrin Reservation,
east of SOM Center Road/Route 91 in Bentleyville. For more
information, call 440-247-7075.
Bird Photography Opportunity
Saturday and Sunday, May 5 and 6 ∙ 9:30 a.m. -
3:30 p.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center ∙ North Chagrin
Reservation
This is a picture-perfect opportunity to photograph returning
migrant birds. A photo blind will be placed near a bird feeding
station allowing photographers to get up close. Natural perches
will be placed in strategic areas to help photographers capture
some perfect photographs. Photographers can reserve one-hour time
slots. Registration is required. 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 registration and more information, call
440-473-3370.
Nuthatch Avoiders
Sunday May 6 ∙ 1 - 3 p.m.
Jackson Field � South Chagrin Reservation
This program is a perfect start for bird watcher beginners. Take
a leisurely, 1-mile bird hike searching for resident and migratory
birds, and try to identify different bird songs. Some binoculars
available for loan. 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.
Mid-Week After Work Hike
Wednesday, May 9 ∙ 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center ∙ North Chagrin
Reservation
Unwind after a hard day of work with a guided, 2.5- to 3-mile
bird hike. Be ready for an invigorating, yet enjoyable trek on
hilly bridle trails. While hiking, look and listen for birds
returning back to Ohio from their wintering grounds. 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.
Monthly Morning With The Birds
Saturday, May 12 ∙ 8 - 10 a.m.
Rocky River Nature Center parking lot ∙
Rocky River Reservation
Bird migration is at its peak. Bring binoculars and a curious
spirit to witness some of these winged wonders. 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 Banding At Rocky River Nature Center
Sunday, May 13 ∙ 9:30 a.m. -
noon
Rocky River Nature Center ∙ Rocky
River Reservation
Learn about bird banding, an essential tool for studying
nature's feathered friends. See intricate details of the birds as
they are captured, banded and released near the feeders. Program
will be cancelled during rain. Drop in anytime between the hours
listed. 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.
School Of The Wilds: Swallows
Sunday, May 13 ∙ 2 - 5 p.m.
Rocky River Nature Center ∙ Rocky
River Reservation
Hundreds of swallows (cliff, northern rough winged, tree and
barn) gather near the Rocky River in one special spot. Join
Naturalist Min Keung to review the fascinating life history of
swallows, then venture on a 1-mile hike to view this magical place
of swallow convergence. Rocky RiverNatureCenter 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.
Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve Migration
Mania
Saturday, May 19 ∙ 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve �
Cleveland
The natural area on Lake Erie, formerly known as Dike 14, is
officially open all the time. Come see this Cleveland gem anytime
between the hours listed. Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve
is located at the northern most end of Martin Luther King,
Jr. Drive, north of the Shoreway in Cleveland. Park at the
Cleveland Lakefront State Park Offices. For more information, call
440-734-6660.
Birding On The Lake To Lake
Trail
Sunday, May 20 ∙ 7:30 - 10 a.m.
Eastland Road Trailhead ∙ Big Creek
Reservation
Join Naturalist Sharon Hosko on a 1.5-mile hike and
discover which birds can be seen or heard on the LakeAbram
section of the Lake to Lake Trail. Binoculars are recommended.
Eastland Road Trailhead is located off Eastland Road in Big Creek
Reservation, north of Bagley Road in Berea. For more information,
call 440-526-1012.
Bird Banding
Sunday, May 20 ∙ 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
CanalWay Center ∙ Ohio & Erie Canal
Reservation
Learn about bird banding, an essential tool for learning about
nature's feathered friends. See intricate details of the
birds when they are captured, banded and released at the feeders.
Program will be cancelled if raining. 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.
Bird Or Bust
Sunday, May 27 ∙ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center ∙ North Chagrin
Reservation
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield on a "round-up" of
migrant and breeding songbirds of North Chagrin Reservation. Take
an easy, 2-mile hike and scour the wetlands and beech and hemlock
ravines for woodpeckers, creepers, kinglets, flycatchers and
others. 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.
Birding in a Big Canoe
Wednesday, May 30 ∙ 6 - 8 p.m.
Eldon Russell Park ∙ Geauga Park District
Join Historical Interpreter/Naturalist Foster Brown and Ben
DeRubertis on a trip down the scenic Upper Cuyahoga River in a
34-foot canoe. Enjoy birding, historical facts, wildflowers, trees,
insects and, perhaps, even a glimpse of a few mammals.
Registration, beginning May 1, and a $5 fee per person is required.
Space is limited. Additional details including starting location
given upon registration. For registration and more information,
call 440-786-8530.
Enjoy birds this May in Cleveland Metroparks - part of
your life, naturally.
