FOR MORE INFORMATION
CONTACT:
BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 - or -
ERIC BARNETT - 216-635-7014
Join Cleveland Metroparks Institute of the Great
Outdoors (IGO) for upcoming �Outdoor Recreation Skills�
courses this November and December!
Participants can enjoy the knowledge and expertise of seasoned
instructors with all IGO courses and have fun at the same time with
the following �Outdoor Recreation Skills' classes:
How to Survive Just About Anything:
Natural disasters have been on the minds of many people lately.
With proper planning and the right kit, you can stand a greater
chance of surviving winter storms, tornadoes, floods and other
disasters. Participants get resources to begin making their own
disaster kits for home and on the road and discover how to reuse
old camping gear.
Ages: 16 years & up
Date / Location: November 13 -OR- December 11 �
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. � Rocky River Nature Center -OR- November 28 �
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. � Garfield Park Nature Center
Cost: $15 ($20 with late registration)
On-Land Kayaking Basics:
Interested in kayaking, but nervous about getting in the water
for the first time? Or, know a kayaker who could use some new gear
this holiday season? During this classroom session, discuss types
of kayaks, gear, safety, local places to paddle and trip planning.
Participants can test balance and have fun in the �on-the-water�
kayak simulator.
Ages: 14 years & up
Date / Location: November 7 � 6 - 9 p.m. � Rocky
River Nature Center -OR-
December 6 � 6 - 9 p.m. � North Chagrin Nature Center
Cost: $10 ($15 with late registration)
Kayaking I: Introduction to Kayaking:
Enjoy winter by learning to kayak in the comfort of a pool.
Combined classroom and on-the-water practice to introduce
equipment, basic paddling strokes and more. Be prepared to get
wet!
Activity level: easy
Ages: 14 years & up
Date / Location: November 25, December 2 -OR- 9 � 9
a.m. - noon � Lakewood High School Pool
Cost: $35 (includes boat & equipment) ($40
with late registration)
For more information on these �Outdoor Recreation Skills�
courses, a complete list of all IGO courses and trips, and to
register, call 216-341-1704 or go online at
clevelandmetroparks.com.
Take advantage of down-time and learn some new outdoor
recreation skills through courses with the Institute of the Great
Outdoors of Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life,
naturally!
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