Homeschool Adventures

Nature centers throughout Cleveland Metroparks offer programs for homeschooled students.

Homeschoolers and their families are invited to explore and learn within the

fascinating backdrop of Cleveland Metroparks.

Enjoy a variety of programs that focus on STEM fields, local history, recreation and outdoor skills while connecting with other homeschool families. Caregivers must be in attendance with their children unless stated otherwise.

Program offerings vary monthly – see available options below!

Earth Day Evening Hike

Rocky River Nature Center - Rocky River Reservation
Wednesday, April 22
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Youth Adventure Seeker Series

Astorhurst Park - Bedford Reservation
Thursday, April 23 & 30, May 7, 14 & 21
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Arbor Day Tree Hike

Acacia Reservation Trailhead - Acacia Reservation
Friday, April 24
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Drop-by: City Nature Challenge

CanalWay Center - Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Saturday, April 25
10 a.m. - noon
Hike for Tykes: Spring Wildflowers

Trailside Program Center - Brecksville Reservation
Friday, May 1
2 - 3 p.m.
Hidden Natural Features of Edgewater Park

Edgewater Upper Area - Lakefront Reservation
Friday, May 1
3 - 4 p.m.
Afterschool: Pond Dipping

Miles Road Sledding Hill - South Chagrin Reservation
Friday, May 1
4 - 5 p.m.
Family Friday Night: Bats at Twilight

Forest Picnic Area - North Chagrin Reservation
Friday, May 1
8 - 9 p.m.
Drop-by: Be Kind to Animals

Brecksville Nature Center - Brecksville Reservation
Monday, May 4
2 - 4 p.m.
Homeschool Adventure: Birding

Acacia Reservation Trailhead - Acacia Reservation
Wednesday, May 6
1 - 2:30 p.m.
Explore Viaduct Park

Viaduct Park - Bedford Reservation
Thursday, May 7
3 - 4 p.m.
Try-It: Rock Climbing

Top O' Ledges Picnic Area - Hinckley Reservation
Thursday, May 7
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Friday Hike to the Falls

Alexander Road Trailhead at Sagamore Creek - Bedford Reservation
Friday, May 8
2:30 - 4 p.m.
Bicycle the Towpath Trail: CanalWay Center to Harvard

CanalWay Center - Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Monday, May 11
2 - 4 p.m.
Tinker’s Creek Extreme Clean-up

Egbert Picnic Area - Bedford Reservation
Saturday, May 16
9 a.m. - noon
Preschool Nature Yoga

Watershed Stewardship Center Confluence Room - West Creek Reservation
Sunday, May 17
10:30 a.m. - noon
Kids Nature Yoga

Watershed Stewardship Center Confluence Room - West Creek Reservation
Sunday, May 17
12:15 - 1:45 p.m.
Drop-by: Birds and S'mores

Welsh Woods Picnic Area - Euclid Creek Reservation
Sunday, May 17
3 - 6 p.m.
Outdoor Adventures for Homeschoolers: Fishing

Ledge Pool and Recreation Area - Hinckley Reservation
Wednesday, May 20
9:30 a.m. - noon
Daytime Stargazing

North Chagrin Nature Center - North Chagrin Reservation
Thursday, May 21
2 - 3 p.m.
Afterschool Sulphur Springs Creekwalk

Miles Road Sledding Hill - South Chagrin Reservation
Friday, May 22
3:30 - 5 p.m.
Archery for Beginners

York Road Archery Range - Brecksville Reservation
Saturday, May 23
2 - 3:15 p.m. or 3:30 - 4:45 p.m.
Memorial Day Nature Play

Watershed Stewardship Center - West Creek Reservation
Monday, May 25
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Drop-by: Bird of Prey ID

CanalWay Center - Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Monday, May 25
Noon - 3 p.m.
Spring Wildflowers: Evening Exploration

Strawberry Picnic Area - North Chagrin Reservation
Thursday, May 28
6 - 7 p.m.