FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
BOB ROTATORI 216-635-3263 -or-
ERIC BARNETT -216-635-7014
Cleveland Metroparks Institute of the Great Outdoors (IGO) is
offering a wide selection of summer adventures for outdoor
recreation enthusiasts, including:
Jackson Bog: An Ohio
Endangered Ecosystem
When is a bog not a bog? Join Naturalist Tim Krynak on a tour to
Jackson Bog State Nature Preserve in Stark County. This unique fen
(a low and marshy or frequently flooded area of land) is full of
unique plant life and is a result of natural events that occurred
more than a million years ago. The tour includes a walk through the
fen to discover how the Wisconsinian glacier created this diverse
area, and why many of the plants are found here and not throughout
Ohio.
Ages: adult
Trip Date: September 15, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $55 (Late fee applies after August 31)
Presque Isle Eco-Float Weekend
Enjoy a relaxing weekend camping and exploring the diverse
ecosystem of Presque Isle State Park in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Saturday will be dedicated to kayaking the lagoons and bays while
enjoying a guided eco-tour on the water. Prior paddling experience
is preferred.
Ages: adults
Pre-Trip: August 5, 4 - 7 p.m.� Hinckley Reservation
Trip: August 17 - 5 p.m. to August 19 - noon
Fee: $150 (includes paddling gear, onsite transportation,
staff fees & camping, & late fee after July 23)
Hocking Hills Weekend
Spend a weekend immersed in nature during our camping getaway to
Hocking Hills. This popular weekend will be filled with
kayaking down the Hocking River and hiking to Old Man's Cave and
other must see destinations.
Ages: adult
Pre-Trip: August 22, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.� Garfield Park
Nature Center
Trip: September 7 - 9
Fee: $150 (includes paddling gear, onsite transportation,
& camping, and late fee applies after August 8)
For more information, a complete list of IGO courses and trips,
detailed trip fact sheets, and to register, call
216-341-1704. For more information, visit
clevelandmetroparks.com.
Experience the great outdoor adventures with the Institute of
the Great Outdoors ofCleveland Metroparks - part of your
life, naturally!
-30-
