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    Become Nocturnal With Cleveland Metroparks

    News & Press | October 2012

    Become Nocturnal With Cleveland Metroparks

    Posted: October 10, 2012
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    BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or-



    KALI FENCL - 216-635-3284



    Things are different at night. When most humans go to sleep,
    other animals are just getting started with their day!



    Cleveland Metroparks invites everyone to come see the nighttime
    critters, stars and evening terrain at these November night-related
    programs:               



    Family Friday Night: Animal Tracks



    Friday, November 2 � 7 - 8 p.m.



    North Chagrin Nature Center � North Chagrin
    Reservation



    Whose tracks are those? Are they from a deer or coyote? Join
    Naturalist Mindy Murdock to discover common animal tracks found in
    North Chagrin Reservation. Make a track guide and use it to explore
    what passed by. 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.



    Family Friday Night



    Friday, November 9 � 7:30 - 9 p.m.



    North Chagrin Nature Center � North Chagrin
    Reservation



    Take a nighttime trek along woodland trails with Naturalist
    Traci Williams. Walk along and maybe hear the hoot of an owl or the
    snapping of twigs under the foot of a white tailed deer. Stick
    around afterward for a piping-hot cup of hot chocolate. Wear
    sturdy, durable shoes. 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.



    Friday Movie Night



    Friday, November 16 � 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.



    North Chagrin Nature Center � North Chagrin
    Reservation



    At this movie night, watch the documentary �The National Parks
    America's Best Idea� by Ken Burns and witness the birth of national
    parks. Popcorn will be served. 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.



    Woodlands of Bedford: Dusk to Darkness



    Saturday, November 17 � 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.



    Circle Emerald Field � Bedford Reservation



    Take a pleasant evening stroll with Volunteer Naturalist Fred
    Losi that transitions into the quiet serenity of nighttime. Bring a
    flashlight for emergencies only; its use will be discouraged
    otherwise. Dress appropriately for expected cold conditions. Circle
    Emerald Field is located off Button Road in Bedford Reservation,
    off Durham Road in Bedford. For more information, call
    216-341-3152



    Cinema Saturday Night: Denali: The Beasts, The
    Beauty



    Saturday, November 24 � 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.



    Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River Reservation



    On this evening armchair journey, enjoy this marvelous
    information-packed look at Denali's magnificent wildlife, colorful
    tundra, raging rivers, craggy mountain tops and flower-filled
    summer meadows. Experience the Denali that people rarely see. Doors
    open at 7 p.m. 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.



    Full Moon Hike



    Monday, November 26 � 5:30 - 7 p.m.



    Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River Reservation



    Nothing beats a brisk hike in the moonlit woods. Come search for
    signs of beaver, coyotes and owls. Then, hang out afterward at the
    nature center and watch the documentary, PLANEAT. Dress for the
    weather. 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.



    Stories of the Night Sky



    Friday, November 30 � 6:30 - 9 p.m.



    North Chagrin Nature Center � North Chagrin
    Reservation



    Discover the constellations that can be seen this time of year
    and the stories they tell through SkyLab, an indoor planetarium. As
    autumn transitions into winter, the evening sky will reveal the
    stars that have been observed for millennia and have inspired
    ancient myths and legends. Registration, beginning November 1, is
    required for this program for ages 6 & older with an adult. The
    fee to attend is $5 for ages 13 and older, and $3 for ages 6 to 12.
    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, and to register, call 440-473-3370.



    Stay up late this November and enjoy all that the night has to
    offer in Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life,
    naturally!



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