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    Summer Nights Are Perfect For Exploring Cleveland Metroparks

    News & Press | June 2012

    Summer Nights Are Perfect For Exploring Cleveland Metroparks

    Posted: June 12, 2012
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    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:



    BOB ROTATORI -216- 635-3263  -or-



    HOLLY KECK - 216-635-3253



    Summer nights are perfect for exploring Cleveland Metroparks.
    After the hot sun goes down, the family fun heats up throughout the
    Park District.



    Evening programs in July range from full moon hikes and
    campfires to overnight campouts and catching fireflies, including:
     



    Full Moon Hike



    Tuesday, July 3 � 8:30 - 10 p.m.



    Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River
    Reservation



    The forest comes alive on summer evenings! Join Naturalist
    Bethany Majeski on a 1.5-mile hike under the light of a full moon
    and search out bugs, bats and beavers that come out to play as the
    sun goes down. 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.



    Great American Campout



    Saturday, July 7 � 5 p.m. through the next
    morning (July 8)



    South Chagrin Reservation



    Spend an evening camping out in South Chagrin Reservation. Enjoy
    dinner, fun outdoor activities, a night hike, camping under the
    stars and breakfast around a campfire. A list of needed items to
    bring, including a tent, is provided upon registration.
    Registration, by July 3, and a $15 fee per person are required for
    this ages 7 and older accompanied by an adult program. For
    registration and more information, call 440-247-7075 or "mailto:LALreg@clevelandmetroparks.com">LALreg@clevelandmetroparks.com.



    Inviting The Planet To Dinner: Tea



    Thursday, July 12 � 7 - 8:30 p.m.



    Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River
    Reservation



    Whether it's iced or hot, herbal or black, tea has ancient
    appeal. Learn about fair trade organic tea from teahouse master and
    certified herbologist, Sarah Hurt. Her local business, t by Sarah,
    provides hand-blended teas and tisanes for a healthy lifestyle. Tea
    tastings are provided. Registration, by June 25, and a $10 fee are
    required for this adults-only program. Rocky River Nature Center is
    located at 24000 Valley Parkway in Rocky River Reservation, north
    of Cedar Point Road in North Olmsted. For registration and more
    information, call 440-734-6660.



    Second Saturday Storytelling: Tales From The
    Silk Road



    Saturday, July 14 � 7:30 - 9 p.m.



    Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River
    Reservation



    Caravans carrying silk, Persian carpets, spices and other exotic
    goods along the ancient Silk Road also carried travelers who shared
    traditional tales from China to the Black Sea around the fireside.
    These tales are the inspiration for this program presented by the
    Hassanali Family Storytellers. Following refreshments, the audience
    may share a tale, too. This program is for adults and older
    students. 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.



    Summer Night Flashers



    Saturday, July 14 � 8 - 9:30 p.m.



    Lagoon Picnic Area � Rocky River
    Reservation



    Lightning bugs, also known as fireflies, are one of
    summer's  wonders. Join Naturalist Gretchen Motts and discover
    what makes these night flashers so interesting. Bring a plastic jar
    for catching fireflies. After a special ceremony, the fireflies
    will be released into the night. Registration, beginning June 29,
    is required for this ages 3 and older accompanied by an adult
    program. Lagoon Picnic Area is located off Valley Parkway in Rocky
    River Reservation, between Cedar Point Road and Spafford Road in
    Brookpark. For registration and more information, call
    440-734-6660.



    Campfire



    Saturday, July 21 � 7 - 8:15 p.m.



    Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River
    Reservation



    Meet at Rocky River Nature Center's Trailside Amphitheater
    (along the trail behind the nature center) for a summer campfire.
    Singers Gus and Kathy Ubaldi will entertain folks with songs and
    stories. After the fire dies down, everyone can gather round to
    roast marshmallows. 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.



    Late Nights With Nature



    Friday, July 27 � 9 -10:30 p.m.



    North Chagrin Nature Center � North Chagrin
    Reservation



    Here is an opportunity to go �mothing.� Find out more about
    these beautiful and underappreciated cousins of the butterfly. Take
    a 1.5-mile hike along the trail and see which moths and other
    nocturnal creatures might be out and about. This program is for
    adults and children, ages 8 and older accompanied by an adult.
    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.



    S'more Extravaganza



    Saturday, July 28 � 7 - 9 p.m.



    Look About Lodge � South Chagrin Reservation



    Come and enjoy an evening around the campfire. Sample some
    really crazy s'more treats, both sweet and savory! Registration, by
    July 25, and a $5 fee per person are required. Look About Lodge is
    located at 37374 Miles Road in South Chagrin Reservation, between
    SOM Center Road/Route 91 and Chagrin River Road in Bentleyville.
    For registration and more information, call 440-247-7075.



    And, don't turn in early! Stay awake for Cleveland Metroparks
    Nature At Night special event on Saturday, July 14 from
    5 to 11 p.m. at North Chagrin Nature Center in North
    Chagrin Reservation in Mayfield Village. Visitors can enjoy a
    variety of free activities related to the night, including: live
    nocturnal animal programs, astronomy and stargazing through
    telescopes, children's crafts, a marshmallow roast, and self-guided
    night stations. And, pack a blanket and watch the movie "Yogi
    Bear " on the lawn beginning at 9 p.m 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.



    This July, enjoy a variety of fun, family evening programs
    throughout Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life,
    naturally!



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