Earth Day is April 22, and at Cleveland Metroparks we celebrate all month long with environmentally-friendly programs and activities. Take some time this month to enjoy nature with these programs at Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. Hunt of the Month: Recycle SymbolsTuesday, April 1 - Wednesday, April 30 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Mon. - Sat.) AND Noon - 5 p.m. (Sun.)CanalWay Center � Ohio & Erie Canal ReservationBring the kids out for a self-guided hunt. In honor of Earth Day, there are 20 hidden recycle symbols throughout CanalWay Center. See how many you can find.
Earth Day HikeTuesday, April 22 � 3:30 - 5 p.m.Harvard Trailhead � Ohio & Erie Canal ReservationCelebrate Earth Day along the �Burning River.� Meet at the Harvard Road trailhead and hike south while discussing how pollution in the Cuyahoga River led to a national call for action. Keep an eye out for bald eagles along the way. The trailhead is located off Old Harvard Avenue in the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, between Harvard Avenue and Jennings Road in Cleveland.
American Girl Morning: Save the Earth!Saturday, April 26 � 10 a.m. to noonCanalWay Center � Ohio & Erie Canal ReservationCalling all girls! Bring your American Girl gal pal for a morning of fun eco-friendly activities. Create your own trail mix and a recycled craft. Then hit the trails for a hike. This program is for girls ages 8 to 12 years old. Registration, beginning April 1, and $10 fee are required.
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 or to register, visit clevelandmetroparks.com or call 216-206-1000.
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