The hills, valleys and forest surrounding Royalview Picnic Area are filled with life and history. Explore a little of both with naturalist Pam Taylor as we lace up our boots for th...
Join Naturalist Kelsey on a hike to learn about the wonderful world of fungi. We will look beyond their edibility to dive deeper into the varied roles mushrooms play in our various...
Bring your best furry friend to the park for some exercise and socialization. We will hike the beech-maple forest in search of interesting sights and smells. Hikers without dogs ar...
Engage your senses with a relaxing hike through one of Cleveland Metroparks beautiful reservations while incorporating basic mindfulness techniques.
If you have any questions rega...
Enjoy the view over the Chippewa Creek Valley from the My Mountain Overlook. We will hike the White Oak Loop Trail then head over to Deer Lick Cave.
Terrain: natural surface, up t...
Join Naturalist Foster Brown as we search for native ferns in the forest in and around Brecksville Nature Center. These ancient beauties do not get the attention they deserve. With...
Join Naturalist Sebastian Stefanoff on a hike to explore the sweeping soundscapes of the night. You will learn to identify nocturnal animal calls. Flashlights will be available i...
Bring the family out for a hike this morning that ventures to a nearby creek. We will hike through the woods to a creek where we will explore and discover what lives there. Water s...
The early bird catches the worm, but late sleepers can still enjoy quality birdwatching. Join a naturalist on a late-afternoon bird walk to admire resident species in one of the r...
Join a naturalist for a morning bird hike at Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve. Fall migration is just beginning, so we might see songbirds starting to move out of the area and w...
Bring your preschooler on a hike this morning that ventures to a nearby creek. We will explore the creek and discover who lives there. Water shoes and change of clothes suggested.
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On hot summer days, a hike through the shady trees is a great way to stay cool while spending time outdoors. We will read a hiking story in our forest story circle, then go for a w...
Join the naturalist for a hike in search of Ohio’s most common mushrooms. Along the way, learn about how mushrooms form, what they are, and the uses for various native fungi. After...
Enjoy an afternoon hike through A.B. Williams Memorial Woods with Naturalist Sebastian Stefanoff, who will introduce a variety of woodland mammals that call North Chagrin home. Lea...
Research tells us that being in nature, being active and being with other people are all good for us. Join a naturalist for a walk along the Ohio & Erie Canal, and we’ll do all tho...
Take a slow hike with a naturalist to look for bats flying at dusk. Along the way, learn about some of the amazing adaptations and benefits of bats that make them an important part...
Join us in learning the basics of tree ID as we walk through the beautiful forest of Bedford Reservation. This loop follows the mountain bike –single track as it meanders via natur...
Experience the diversity of the Emerald Necklace with Naturalist Jenny McClain as we hike a trail in a different reservation each month. This month we’ll hike up to My Mountain and...