June Special Events

Canal Days - Father's Day - Firefly Quest - Wallace Lake Family Campout
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    Canal Days

    Sunday, June 1

    CanalWay Center

    Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

    11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

    The Ohio & Erie Canal changed Northeast Ohio from a frontier to a thriving commercial center.  

    Celebrate the Canal Era along the canal with hikes, crafts & games, photo ops, music, theatrical performances and more!

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    Father’s Day

    Sunday, June 15

    Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

    10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

    Fathers enjoy FREE admission to the Zoo on Father’s Day courtesy of Wayside Furniture. 

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    Firefly Quest

    Friday, June 20  

    Hemlock Picnic Area

    Bedford Reservation

    8 – 11 p.m.

    The twinkle of fireflies filling summer nights brings wonder to children and adults alike. Explore the lives of these amazing insects and enjoy touch tables, games and crafts. As the night darkens, there will be a campfire, guided hikes and firefly viewing.

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    Wallace Lake Family Campout*

    Saturday – Sunday, June 21 – 22

    (Rain Date: June 28 – 29)

    Wallace Lake

    Mill Stream Run Reservation

    1 p.m. – 11 a.m.

    From camping, fishing, paddling, swimming and s’mores around the fire, there is something for everyone at this year’s family campout!

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    Fox 8 Golf Outing

    Come play 9-holes at Shawnee Hills Par 3 Course in Bedford or Washington Golf Course in Newburgh Heights on June 27 after 10 a.m. for $8 9-hole green fee courtesy of Fox 8. 

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    Mobile Nature Shop Schedule

    Cleveland Metroparks Mobile Nature Shop is on the move. Shop our latest merchandise at an event near you!