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AUGUST Program Guide 2018

Backyard Nature Bash 3 | Voyageur Canoe Paddle 5 | August Golf Events 10 AUGUSTAUGUST PROGRAMS PROGRAMS BY BY LOCATION DATE AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Off Site Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (cont’d) Lakefront Reservation (cont’d) (SCR) South Chagrin Reservation 13 • Monday MeetUp: What’s Up with 18 • Rising Waters Overnight 19 • Sunday Morning Dog Walk 4 • Cleveland Natural Science Club Arcola Creek 24 • Rising Waters Overnight 19 • Visit the Lorenzo Carter Cabin 5 • Look About Lodge Summer Concert 23 • Forest Hills HIke 25 • Rising Waters Overnight 21 • Cuyahoga River By Boat 7 • Backpacking Basics 29 • Senior Safari 21 • Sailing 3: Open Sailing 11 • Nature Journaling (AR) Acacia Reservation 31 • Rising Waters Overnight 22 • “Try-It”: Kayaking 11 • Seasonal Sunsets of Chagrin 7 • Acacia for the Young at Heart 22 • Nature Boat Tour 11 • Moth Night Drop-in 12 • Birds of Acacia (ECR) Euclid Creek Reservation 22 • Skyline Sunset Kayaking Tour 12 • Look About Lodge Summer Concert 21 • Acacia After Work 4 • Emerald Necklace Art Club 23 • Cuyahoga River By Boat 20 • Nature Play and Learn: Creek Hike 29 • Monarch Walk 14 • Wings of Wildwood 26 • Urban Birding Blitz 22 • Riparian Ramble 19 • Birding the Banks of Euclid Creek 28 • Cuyahoga River By Boat 25 • Nature Writing (BeR) Bedford Reservation 26 • Birding the Mouth of Euclid Creek 28 • Rivergate Kayak Tour 31 • Learning Your Ferns 3 • Hike to the Falls 26 • Our Great Lake 28 • Yoga & Hike 31 • Evening along the Chagrin 4 • Beginner Birds 29 • Nature Boat Tour 10 • Log Roll (GPR) Garfield Park Reservation 30 • Outdoor Adventures for (WSC) Watershed Stewardship 11 • Yoga & Hike 7 • Summer Dancing Series: Urban Homeschoolers: Sailing Center 30 • Cuyahoga River By Boat 15 • Wednesday Walk Line Dancing 4 • Drop By: Fingerprint Plants 18 • Woodlands of Bedford: Tinker’s 9 • Drum Circle 5 • Wonders of Water Creek Stream Walk 14 • Summer Dancing Series: Urban (MSRR) Mill Stream Run 11 • Tales Around the Emerald Necklace 27 • “Try-It”: Mountain Biking Line Dancing Reservation 14 • Towers of West Creek 16 • Majestic Mantis 5 • Dog Days of Summer Hike 19 • Sunday Drop-by: Cling or Fling (BCR) Big Creek Reservation 21 • Summer Dancing Series: Urban 19 • Breakfast in the Park 24 • For Adults Only: Goldenrod & Aster 2 • Young Scientists: Stream Quality Line Dancing 19 • Berea Lakes Bioblitz Identification I 28 • Summer Dancing Series: Urban (BWR) Bradley Woods Line Dancing (NCR) North Chagrin Reservation (WCR) West Creek Reservation Reservation 11 • Morning Meanderings 3 • I-Spy Hike 22 • Nature Baby: Frogs and Polliwogs (HiR) Hinckley Reservation 28 • A Swift’s Night Out 4 • Wildflower Identification Refresher 2 • “Try-It”: Rock Climbing 8 • West Creek Night Hike: Summer Stroll (BNC) Brecksville Nature Center 2 • Rock Climbing 1: Top Rope & Belay (NCNC) North Chagrin Nature 18 • Backyard Nature Bash 4 • Dragonflies of the Prairie 4 • Early Morning Pontoon Float Center 22 • West Creek Night Hike: What’s Up? 5 • Slug Slime 4 • Hike the Ledges 4 • Dog Hike 25 • In Your Wildest Streams Bus Trip 12 • Get Out…And Explore 9 • “Try-It”: Kayaking 5 • Wildflower School 25 • For Adults Only: Goldenrod & Aster 14 • Hiking for the Young at Heart 9 • “Try-It”: Stand Up Paddleboarding 6 • North Chagrin Nature Photography Identification II 16 • Nurture with Nature 10 • Stories with the Stars Club 26 • Critters that Flitter 17 • Friday Night at the Movies 11 • Voyageur Canoe Paddle 11 • Birding at the Marsh 29 • West Creek Night Hike: Dark Science 18 • Prairie Blooms and Bees 11 • Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing 11 • Raptor Drop-In 18 • Summer Storytime 12 • Voyageur Canoe Paddle 11 • Live Animal Lesson 18 • Hickory Hike 16 • Kayaking 1: Basic Strokes 12 • Insects Galore 25 • Primitive Skills: Prairie Providers 16 • Stand Up Paddleboarding 1: 17 • Plants that Changed the World 26 • Family Fun in Nature Strokes 21• Sprouts: Growing Kids and Wonder, ABBREVIATIONS: 29 • Nature Inspired Crafts 17 • Voyageur Canoe Paddle – Evening Naturally AR Acacia Reservation 31 • Glorious Goldenrods Paddle 28 • A Swift’s Night Out BCR Big Creek Reservation 19 • Voyageur Canoe Paddle BeR Bedford Reservation (BrR) Brecksville Reservation 19 • SUP Yoga (OECR) Ohio & Erie Canal BNC Brecksville Nature Center 2 • Creek Exploration 19 • Stand Up Paddleboarding 1: Reservation BR Brookside Reservation 19 • Annual Corn Roast Strokes 4 • CanalWay Campfire BrR Brecksville Reservation 24 • Archery for Beginners – Adults 23 • Kayaking 2: Rescues 5 • Sunday Morning Dog Walk BWR Bradley Woods Reservation 23 • Stand Up Paddleboarding 2: 24 – 25 • Ottawa Overlook Beginner 18 • Afternoon Archery for Kids CMZ Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Backpacking Trip Advanced Stance & Strokes 18 • Afternoon Archery for Adults 26 • Whipp’s Ledges History Hike CWC CanalWay Center 19 • Afternoon Archery for Kids ECR Euclid Creek Reservation (BR) Brookside Reservation 26 • Dog Paddle & Pet-a-Palooza 19 • Afternoon Archery for Adults 30 • Kayaking Skills Session GPC Garfield Park Center 4 • Pond Dipping Drop-by 30 • SUP Skills Session (RRNC) Rocky River Nature Center GPR Garfield Park Reservation HiR Hinckley Reservation (CWC) CanalWay Center 1 – 31 • Gallery Wall: Paul Johanni (HuR) Huntington Reservation 3 • Make & Take: Paper Journals HuR Huntington Reservation 1 – 31 • Hunt of the Month: Turtles 12 • Late Summer Bird Count LR Lakefront Reservation 1 – 31 • A Passion for Nature 8 • Greater Cleveland Beekeepers Association MSRR Mill Stream Run Reservation 17 • Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Nature (LR) Lakefront Reservation 17 • Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Evening 9 • Little Explorers: Find the Rainbow NCNC North Chagrin Nature Center 18 • Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Extended 1 • Waterfront Wildflowers 11 • Tree Identification – Beginner NCR North Chagrin Reservation 20 • Family Fun Night: Insects 1 • Nature Boat Tour 11 • Ohio Dragonfly Survey OECR Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation 22 • Young Explorers 1 • Coastal Kayaking: Basics 11 • New Moon Hike RRNC Rocky River Nature Center 23 • Preschool: Birds in the Valley 2 • Nature Boat Tour 12 • Storybook Adventures RRR Rocky River Reservation 24 • Akron Adventure Bus Tour 3 • Mobile Rodeo for Educators 13 • Cuyahoga Astronomical Association SCR South Chagrin Reservation 3 • Cleveland Lakefront Nature 24 • Night Hike 18 • Meet the Artist: Paul Johanni WR Washington Reservation Preserve Hike 18 • NightLife 25 • Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Extended WCR West Creek Reservation 4 • Gordon Park History Hike 18 • Illuminating Nightlife 26 • Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Extended WSC Watershed Stewardship Center 26 • The Manor at Stan Hewyt Bus Tour 4 • Flats Trails Hike 18 • Nature Art: Night Creatures – Paint a 27 • Fire on the Water 5 • Visit the Lorenzo Carter Cabin Pint 29 • Discovery Days: Wildflowers 7 • Cuyahoga River By Boat 18 • Bat Detectors 30 • Crooked River Birds 8 • “Try-It”: Kayaking 18 • Fireflies Exposed 8 • Nature Boat Tour 18 • Summer Star Stories (CMZ) Cleveland Metroparks Zoo 8 • Skyline Sunset Kayaking Tour 24 • Friday Night Film: Hidden 8 • Sailing 1 & 2 Figures 4 • Rising Waters Overnight 9 • Cuyahoga River By Boat 5 • Rising Waters Overnight 9 • Sailing 1 & 2 (RRR) Rocky River 6 • Summer Day Camp 14 • Cuyahoga River By Boat Reservation 9 • Rising Waters Overnight 14 • Bass Island Kayak Touring Pre-Trip 10 • Rising Waters Overnight 10 • Cedar Valley Barn Dance 15 • Nature Boat Tour 24 • Cedar Valley Barn Dance 11 • Rising Waters Adult Overnight 15 • “Try-It”: Stand Up Paddleboarding 12 • Rising Waters Overnight 25 • Ohio Dragonfly Survey 15 • Skyline Sunset SUP Tour 17 • Rising Waters Overnight 16 • Cuyahoga River By Boat clevelandmetroparks.com/GetActiveCLE 2 Emerald Necklace August 2018 | Vol. 67 #8 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Backyard Nature BashAUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Saturday, August 18 • Noon to 4 p.m. Watershed Stewardship Center West Creek Reservation Enjoy live music, a native plant sale, and outdoor learning stations on how to attract native Ohio biodiversity to your backyard–beautifully! clevelandmetroparks.com • 440-887-1968 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Nature Boat Tour 3 FRIDAY 2018 – 2019 Outdoor Adventures View Cleveland’s wildlife from a boat. for Homeschoolers We’ll discuss the plants and animals Hike to the Falls that inhabit the river. We’ll also look for Join Naturalist Jake Kudrna on One Thursday each month a wide variety of waterfowl as we float a hike through the forests of 10 a.m. – noon or 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. (times may vary) down the Cuyahoga River. Bedford Reservation on our way Held at various Cleveland Metroparks reservations 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR to Bridal Veil Falls. Jump into a great adventure each month. Two classes Merwin’s Wharf 10 – 11 a.m. BeR run concurrently: 3rd – 5th grade and 6th – 8th grade. Fee: $15 Bridal Veil Falls parking lot Both include a physical recreational activity while Register by phone Terrain: natural surface, some discovering nature. Activities may include: sailing, rock beginning July 20 hills, 1 mile climbing, Bike Aboard, primitive skills, sledding, fire 216-206-1000 216-206-1000 building, orienteering, birding, and archery. Fee: $30 (plus an additional $5 for archery and $5 for 2 THURSDAY I-Spy Hike Bike Aboard to be paid the day of the activity) Join Naturalist Mayim Hamblen Register online beginning August 2 Young Scientists: Stream Quality on a late summer hike in search Visit clevelandmetroparks.com or Help Naturalist Matt Knittel perform of all that Mother Nature has to call 440-526-1012 for details chemistry tests to determine the offer. Journey through flora and health of Big Creek. You’ll be doing real fauna as we learn a little more 1 – 31 AUGUST A Passion for Nature science as we mix compounds into about what might be hiding An exhibition of drawings and water samples to find results. right outside our front doors. Gallery Wall: Paul Johanni paintings by William E. Scheele, 1 – 2:30 p.m. BCR 10 – 11:30 a.m. WCR Inspiring Discovery: Forming Nature Director of the Cleveland Museum of Snow Road Picnic Area Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Nature’s garden comes alive in Natural History from 1949 to 1972. Terrain: natural surface, 0.25 mile Terrain: paved, natural surface, the hands of artist Paul Johanni. Drawing inspiration from the natural Age: 8 years & over with adult 1.5 miles Combining pine needle stitchery world and wildlife, his work was often 440-887-1968 440-887-1968 with natural fibers, dried grasses, used to illustrate articles and books. clay, fallen pine needles, fascinating 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Sat. Creek Exploration glazes and funky wood he produces Noon – 5 p.m. Sun CWC Join us for an afternoon exploring beautiful three-dimensional art. Chippewa Creek. We’ll catch (and Through August 31. 1 WEDNESDAY release) a variety of animals that live in 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. RRNC the creek. Wear shoes that can get wet. Waterfront Wildflowers 1 – 3 p.m. BrR Hunt of the Month: Turtles Join a naturalist in search of the Plateau Picnic Area Stop in and look around CanalWay Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve’s Terrain: slippery, wet, 1 mile Center for the 20 paper turtles we summer wildflowers as we hike to the Register by phone Mobile Rodeo for have hidden. Then visit the canal to waterfront overlook for a distant view between July 25 – August 1 Educators 440-526-1012 see if you can find turtles basking of the city. Meet at 8701 Lakeshore Friday, August 3 along the water’s edge. Through Boulevard Cleveland, Oh 44108. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. August 31. 10 – 11:30 a.m. LR Nature Boat Tour Lakefront Reservation 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Sat. Terrain: natural surface, 2 miles (see 8/1 for details) Calling all educators! Noon – 5 p.m. Sun CWC 216-206-1000 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR 216-206-1000 We’ve rounded up vehicle- based outreach units from organizations across the county Open through August 19! in one spot. Come explore Presented By Thursday – Sunday • 6:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. the vehicles and learn about program opportunities that Over 40 lantern displays • Authentic cuisine can come to you. Craft market • Live performances Edgewater Beach parking lot FutureForWildlife.org/lanterns 216-341-1707 See page 11 for a complete listing of all Outdoor Recreation activities.

clevelandmetroparks.com 3 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Make and Take: Paper Journals Wildflower Identification Flats Trails Hike Sunday Morning Dog Walk How did paper change the world? Refresher We’ll hike parts of the Flats connector Take a morning walk with your Join Historical Interpreter Jen If you’ve used Newcomb’s Wildflower trails such as the Centennial Trail and pup before the heat of the day Graham to learn the history of Guide in the past and would like to Towpath Trail. These trails will take us sets in. We’ll walk along the papermaking and book creation, sharpen your identification skills with under bridges as we travel along the Cuyahoga River and learn about then make your own journal to fill summer species, then join Naturalist Cuyahoga River. Meeting location given the plants and animals in the with stories and secrets. Debra Shankland on this hike. If you after registration. park along the way. Walkers 1 – 2 p.m. RRNC haven’t used Newcomb’s before, join 2 – 4 p.m. LR without dogs are welcome. Age: 8 years & over with adult anyway and learn something new! Terrain: paved, 2 miles 10 – 11 a.m. OECR Fee: $4/craft 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. WCR Register online Harvard Road Trailhead Register online Monarch Bluff Picnic Area beginning July 20 Terrain: paved, one hill, 2.5 miles between July 16 – August 1 Terrain: mostly flat, paved, 1.25 miles 216-206-1000 216-206-1000 440-887-1968 Cleveland Lakefront Nature Dragonflies of the Prairie Visit the Lorenzo Carter Cabin Preserve Hike Emerald Necklace Art Club Dragonflies are often associated with Learn about the man for whom Enjoy a summer evening on this Draw and paint with us! Members ponds, lakes, and rivers, but there the replica cabin is named and former dredge disposal site turned of the Emerald Necklace Art Club are many that inhabit dry areas. Join the story behind its construction. nature preserve. Learn the history are invited to bring their favorite Naturalist Lauren Greenwell to learn The cabin is located at Heritage of the property and enjoy the medium as we appreciate the signs about the Brecksville prairie’s unique Park 1 on Merwin Avenue near flora and fauna who have found of the season. Not a member? Sign dragonfly habitat and witness these Center Street in the Flats. their way to this special place. up at clevelandmetroparks.com/ wide-eyed flying spectacles. 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. LR Bring binoculars if you have them. ENAC 3 – 4:30 p.m. BNC Terrain: paved, one step, uneven Meet at 8701 Lakeshore Boulevard 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ECR Terrain: flat, paved & grass surfaces, floor Cleveland, Oh 44108 Age: adults 0.75 mile 216-206-1000 6 – 7:30 p.m. LR Annual fee: $30; renewal: $20 Terrain: natural surface, 1.5 miles 440-473-3370 Rising Waters Overnight Wildflower School 216-206-1000 Over the course of the evening, Join Naturalist Selby Majewski Gordon Park History Hike campers will enjoy an authentic safari each month during the 4 SATURDAY Join Historical Interpreter Karen experience that includes night hikes, blooming season to see what we Lakus for a stroll around Gordon conservation oriented activities, visits can find. August is awash in color Early Morning Pontoon Float Park. This was once a destination for with Zoo ambassador animals and and pollinators. This program Come explore Hinckley Lake by those seeking landscaped gardens sleep in our tented safari camp. will be indoors and outdoors as pontoon and discover the diversity and a swimming beach on Lake Erie. 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ we visit the flowers around the of wildlife in and around the lake. We will explore the remnants of one Age: 6 years & over with adult building. 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. HiR of Cleveland’s early parks. Fee: $42 1 – 2:30 p.m. NCNC Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store 11 a.m. – noon LR Register online Terrain: paved trails, 1 mile parking lot Gordon Park Boat Launch Age: adults Terrain: paved, gravel, grass, 1 mile Cleveland Natural Science Club Wonders of Water Fee: $5 216-206-1000 Join us for a presentation on “Going for Let’s take a closer look at how Register online the Gold: The Beauty and Importance we use water, how to conserve beginning July 23 Drop-by: Fingerprint Plants of Goldenrods” by Judy Semroc, of the water and some of the creatures 440-526-1012 People have different fingerprints, Cleveland Museum of Natural History. that share our water sources. voices, and faces. Drop by to think 7:30 – 9 p.m. SCR Fulfills most requirements for Beginner Birds about what makes you special, and Look about Lodge the Girl Scouts Wonders of Water Join Naturalist Jake Kudrna on then make a collection of leaf prints 440-473-3370 journey (badges not included). a stroll through Forbes Woods to remember what makes each plant 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. WSC in search of the woodpeckers, unique too. CanalWay Campfire Terrain: wet, muddy, 0.25 mile bluebirds and finches of Bedford 1 – 3 p.m. WSC Join us for a summer campfire with Register by phone or online Reservation. plenty of marshmallows for everyone. by August 3 9 – 10 a.m. BeR Pond Dipping Drop-by Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on 440-887-1968 Forbes Woods Drop by the pond to examine life around the fire ring. Follow the signs Terrain: paved, 0.25 mile under water. We’ll provide dip nets, from the parking lot to fire pit location. Slug Slime 216-206-1000 field guides and aquariums to 8 – 9 p.m. OECR Learn more about the slimy observe and identify aquatic animals Terrain: paved surface, 0.25 mile world of slugs and snails with Hike the Ledges up close and then release them Register by phone or online a craft, then embark on a short Whipp’s Ledges is one of Hinckley’s unharmed. beginning July 20 trek to spot some slugs in the most unique natural features. Come 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. BR 216-206-1000 wild. explore the area with Naturalist Ponds near Cherry Tree Grove 2 – 3:30 p.m. BNC Jenny McClain and discover what Terrain: paved, natural surfaces, mud, 5 SUNDAY Terrain: flat, 0.5 mile plants and wildlife can be found gentle hill, 0.25 mile here. 440-887-1968 Dog Days of Summer Hike Look About Lodge Summer 9:30 – 11 a.m. HiR Bring your furry four-legged friend and Concert Whipp’s Ledges Picnic Area Dog Hike join Naturalist Beth Robb on this hike Bring a lawn chair or blanket Terrain: rocky, uneven, stairs, Bring your best furry friend to along part of the East Branch of the and join us at Look About Lodge 1.5 miles the park for some exercise and Rocky River. for our annual Summer Concert 440-526-1012 socialization. We will hike the 9 – 10:30 a.m. MSRR Series. These concerts are free. wooded trails in search of interesting Paw Paw Picnic Area This concert will feature the Dan sights and smells. Terrain: mostly flat, natural surface, Zola Orchestra – Big Band music 2 – 3:30 p.m. NCNC 2 miles 6 – 8 p.m. SCR Terrain: natural surfaces, hills, 440-526-1012 Look About Lodge 2 – 2.5 miles 440-473-3370 4 Emerald Necklace August 2018 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE

Rising Waters Overnight 8 WEDNESDAY Voyageur Canoe Paddle • Hinckley Reservation (see 8/4 for details) Saturday, August 11 • 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ Nature Boat Tour Sunday, August 12 & 19 • 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. (see 8/1 for details) Friday, August 17 • 6:30 and 8 p.m. 6 MONDAY 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR Travel back to the time when the fur trade was king of the Great Lakes. This living history program gives you a chance to paddle a 34-foot canoe, sing, Summer Day Camp West Creek Night Hike: and hear tales from characters of long ago — a perfect At this five-day camp, campers Summer Stroll program for those seeking historic adventure. connect with wildlife and learn about Enjoy the long evening on a Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store parking lot conserving the natural world by slow-paced nature walk through Age: 5 years & over participating in fun and educational various habitats. The transition from Fee: $5 activities. Topics vary each week and day to night will reveal glimpses Register online activities are age-appropriate. into the homes of many species, 440-526-1012 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (half-day and from amphibians to birds to extended care options available) mammals. CMZ 7 – 8:30 p.m. WCR 10 FRIDAY 11 SATURDAY Age: 5 – 14 years Monarch Bluff Picnic Area Fee: $175 member/$200 nonmember Terrain: paved, 1 mile Log Roll Morning Meanderings (half day and extended care pricing 440-887-1968 All sorts of amazing creatures Join Naturalist Foster Brown on these available) live underneath the logs in the monthly morning nature hikes along Register online Greater Cleveland Beekeepers forest. Join Naturalist Matt Knittel Cleveland Metroparks trails. Each Association: Winter is Coming to discover and identify as many meandering will focus on seasonal North Chagrin Nature Winter preparations in the hive of these creatures as we can. happenings within each habitat we Photography Club have already begun. Learn what to Create drawings of what you traverse through and highlight an Nature’s Calendar: Summer look at now so your bees are ready found to start your own scientific historical feature or fact that is relevant Bring in two shots each for July, in November. We will discuss the field journal. to our location. August and September to show right food stores and how to help 3 – 4 p.m. BeR 9 – 10:30 a.m. NCR what’s photographically available and your bees if pests or disease are Hemlock Creek Picnic Area Oxbow Lagoon parking lot where. Again, keep it local and keep present. Terrain: natural surface, 1 mile Terrain: natural surfaces, boardwalk, it nature. 7 – 9 p.m. RRNC Age: 5 years & over with adult 1 mile 8 – 9:30 p.m. NCNC 440-887-1968 440-473-3370 9 THURSDAY 7 TUESDAY Cedar Valley Barn Dance Tree Identification: Beginner Little Explorers: Find the Come dance, watch or just visit Want to learn how to identify the trees Acacia for the Young at Heart Rainbow with friends as Caller Frank in your yard or maybe those along your Slow down and enjoy a leisurely Bring your little one to explore the Koenig leads reels, circle, line and favorite trail? Join Naturalist Valerie walk with Naturalist Natalie Schroder woods in search of colors. We’ll square dances. Come prepared Fetzer for an introduction to tree as we explore all that Acacia have stories, crafts and songs to to learn and kick up your heels identification. Reservation holds. All abilities are help us find the rainbow. Program with old fashioned fun and 10 – 11 a.m. RRNC welcome. includes a hike around the nature exercise. Refreshment stand will Terrain: paved, flat, 0.25 mile 10 – 11:30 a.m. AR center. be open. Meet at the kiosk 10 – 11 a.m. or 1 – 2 p.m. RRNC 7 – 8:30 p.m. RRR Birding at the Marsh Terrain: paved, some hills, Age: 3 – 5 years with adult Frostville Museum Escape into nature and search for up to 2 miles Terrain: mostly flat, some stairs, 440-734-6660 birds at Sanctuary Marsh and the 440-473-3370 0.5 mile surrounding area. Binoculars are Register by phone Rising Waters Overnight recommended, a few will be available Cuyahoga River By Boat between July 30 – August 7 (see 8/4 for details) to borrow. Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak is 440-734-6660 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. NCNC your guide on a boat ride going up Terrain: level, 1 – 2 miles the river. We’ll discuss the Cuyahoga Cuyahoga River By Boat Stories with the Stars River, bridges, area geography, (see 8/7 for details) Come for the stories, stay for Raptor Drop-in watersheds, trails and industry. River 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR the stars. You’ll get to hear folk Come meet a live owl and see raptor traffic affects route. tales and myths about our mounts, wings, feet, and talons up 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR Drum Circle constellations. Bring a blanket close. Ask a naturalist all your raptor Merwin’s Wharf Don’t miss the excitement as Olu to lie on – we may even get to related questions at our discovery Fee: $15 Manns involves attendees in the see the very beginning of the table. Register by phone tradition of creating a West African Perseids Meteor Shower. Noon – 1 p.m. NCNC beginning July 20 Drum Circle. All ages and levels 9 – 10:30 p.m. HiR 216-206-1000 of experience are encouraged to Top O’Ledges Picnic Area Nature Journaling participate. Terrain: grass, mostly flat, Experience nature through the seasons. Summer Dancing Series: Urban 6:30 – 8 p.m. GPR 0.25 mile We will record our observations in a Line Dance Garfield Park Center parking lot Register by phone journal of our own creation. You may Get your heart beating as you move 216-341-1707 ext. 7217 beginning August 1 want to bring a camera. to the rhythm of the night. Tuesdays 440-526-1012 1 – 3 p.m. SCR in August come enjoy FREE urban Rising Waters Overnight Look About Lodge line dance instruction as we party in (see 8/4 for details) Age: adults the park. 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ Annual fee: $20 for supplies 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. GPR Terrain: natural surfaces, 0.5 – 1 mile Garfield Park Center parking lot Register online between 216-341-1707 ext. 7217 July 20 – August 8 440-473-3370 clevelandmetroparks.com 5 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Live Animal Lessons New Moon Hike Storybook Adventures Cuyahoga Astronomical If you are fascinated with owls, A new moon casts no light onto Join us for an adventure right out of a Association: American Manned please join us for a close look forest trails. Under cover of storybook. We will read Over in a River Space Missions 2018 at the great horned owl. These darkness, the mysteries of nature by Marianne Berkes then hike to the NASA has contracted with Space-X “Tigers of the Woods” are fierce at night unfold at our feet. Join a Rocky River to discover the animals and Boeing to each develop a hunters but possess behavior that naturalist for a guided hike that that call our river home. spacecraft which can deliver and will deepen your appreciation for explores nocturnal adaptations, 1 – 2 p.m. RRNC return astronauts to the ISS. The first these birds of prey. celestial wonders, and more. Age: 3 – 5 years with adult flights are scheduled for this year. Tom 2 – 3 p.m. NCNC 8:30 – 10 p.m. RRNC Terrain: mostly flat, some uneven Benson, retired from NASA Glenn, will Nature Education Building Terrain: mostly flat, some stairs, terrain, 0.5 mile report the latest information. 1.5 miles Register online August 1 – 10 7:30 – 9 p.m. RRNC Ohio Dragonfly Survey Register online between Join Naturalist Beth Whiteley to July 30 – August 11 14 TUESDAY catch, photograph, and release Insects Galore dragonflies and damselflies. This Moth Night Drop-in Sunday, August 12 Hiking for the Young at Heart is a bioblitz-style survey and What flutters beneath the 1 – 4 p.m. With the dog days of summer in full observations will be uploaded moonlight? Stop by Look About North Chagrin Nature Center swing, we will spend most of our to Ohio Odonata Survey via Lodge and see what moths and Bugs make the world go round! Join time hiking beneath the forest iNaturalist. Digital cameras or other creatures are attracted to us around the nature center to meet canopy. Since dragonflies and phones are encouraged. ID skills our lights. cool critters from around the world butterflies should be visiting our not required. Nets provided. 10 – 11 p.m. SCR and your backyard in our Insect Zoo. prairie plants this morning, we will 2 – 3 p.m. RRNC Look About Lodge Step into our butterfly tent, reach a also spend a little time in the sun. Terrain: natural surface, flat, Terrain: flat, natural surface, net into our miniature pond and learn 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. BNC 0.5 mile 0.5 mile about pollinators and decomposers. Age: adults 440-473-3370 Activities for all ages. To learn more, Terrain: natural surface, hills, Tales Around the Emerald call 440-473-3370. 3 – 3.5 miles Necklace Perseids Meteor Shower Our special guest has a Viewing Get Out…And Explore Wings of Wildwood distinguished career with over 30 The Perseids Meteor Shower is Explore the trails of Brecksville Monarchs and mallards, fritillaries years of storytelling credits to his at peak this weekend and will be Reservation on this monthly hiking and finches, all kinds of winged name. Join us and the founder the best meteor shower of the series. Every month we’ll add more wonders are soaring in Wildwood’s of Storytellers of The Wilderness year. It may be possible to see distance and have a chance to see skies. Join us for an afternoon of close Center, Gordon Maupin, as he 60 – 70 meteors each hour, and seasonal changes that take place encounters of the bird (and butterfly) entertains with stories of the maybe even a few fireballs! around the park. kind. Long pants recommended. natural world. 10 p.m. – midnight HiR 2 – 4 p.m. BNC 1 – 3 p.m. ECR 7 – 8:30 p.m. WSC Top O’ Ledges Picnic Area Terrain: hills, 4.5 miles Wildwood entrance lot Register by phone Terrain: flat, natural surface, Seasonal Sunsets of Chagrin beginning August 3 Look About Lodge Summer up to 2 miles Bring your camera and a friend 440-526-1012 Concert 440-473-3370 to enjoy nature at sunset. This Bring a lawn chair or blanket and is part of a series of sunrise and 12 SUNDAY join us at Look About Lodge for our Cuyahoga River By Boat sunset hikes throughout the annual Summer Concert Series. These (see 8/7 for details) year in North and South Chagrin Late Summer Bird Count concerts are free. This concert will 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR Reservations. Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield to feature classical music with the Kalos 7:30 – 9 p.m. SCR scour the lakefront for summer’s Quartet. Summer Dancing Series: Urban Chagrin Blvd parking lot last nesting birds and some of 6 – 8 p.m. SCR Line Dance Terrain: hills, stream crossing, the first southbound migrants. Look About Lodge (see 8/7 for details) 1.2 miles Meet by the water tower on the 440-473-3370 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. GPR 440-473-3370 north side of Lake Road. 9:30 – 11 a.m. HuR Rising Waters Overnight Towers of West Creek Rising Waters Adult Overnight: Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile (see 8/4 for details) Broadcast towers have affected conservation around West Creek. World Elephant Day 440-734-6660 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ Join West Creek Conservancy for a This memorable night to learn program with veteran broadcaster about the Zoo’s efforts to help Birds of Acacia 13 MONDAY Ted Alexander and Al Warmus of save elephants and end wildlife Join Naturalist Natalie Warmus & Associates to hear how trade starts out with a chat with Schroder as we search for birds Monday MeetUp: What’s Up with and why these towers sprouted here, Zoo experts over dinner and throughout Acacia Reservation’s Arcola Creek and other tower tales. cocktails. The fun continues ever-changing landscape. Bring Tour in Lake County’s Arcola 7 – 9 p.m. WSC with night hikes, visits with Zoo binoculars, some available to Creek Watershed. Check ambassador animals, a roaring borrow. out stormwater infiltration campfire and sleeping in our 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. AR practices that also beautify tented safari camp. Cedar Road parking lot Madison Village, the Madison 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ Terrain: paved trails, 1 – 2 miles Village Cemetery stream Age: adults 440-473-3370 restoration, and finish at one Fee: $90 and up, based on tent of Ohio’s Lake Erie freshwater occupancy Voyageur Canoe Paddle estuaries. Location will be Register online (see 8/11 for details) given upon registration. 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. HiR 6 – 8 p.m. Off site 440-526-1012 Register online Is your arm broken or just sprained? Know the 440-253-2145 right place to go for appropriate care. Learn which Cleveland Clinic location to visit for treatment at clevelandclinic.org/wheretogo. 6 Emerald Necklace August 2018 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Voyageur Canoe Evening Paddle Summer Storytime 15 WEDNESDAY (see 8/11 for details) Join Naturalist Pam Taylor as NightLife Nature Boat Tour 6:30 and 8 p.m. HiR we explore how bears live Saturday, August 18 • 8 – 11 p.m. (see 8/1 for details) through stories, activities and Rocky River Nature Center 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR Plants that Changed the World a hike. Each child will have the Under cover of darkness, the Naturalist Foster Brown takes us on a opportunity to make and name mysteries of nature at night unfold. Wednesday Walk year-long journey focusing on plants their very own stuffed bear. Meet nocturnal creatures. Gaze Join us on an evening walk through that have changed the course of history. 10 – 11:30 a.m. BNC into wonders of the universe the forest along the gorge to the Each program features two remarkable Age: 3 – 5 years with adult with experts from The Cleveland overlook. We’ll follow the twists and plants. This program will highlight: Fee: $15 Museum of Natural History and turns of the mountain bike trail to potatoes and rice. Terrain: flat, 0.5 miles traverse the forest’s dark footpaths the Natural Landmark, Tinker’s Creek 7 – 8 p.m. NCNC Register online between with Cleveland Metroparks Gorge Overlook. August 1 – 16 naturalists. Investigate interactive 6:30 – 8 p.m. BeR Friday Night at the Movies displays, purchase a beverage from Bridal Veil Falls parking lot Bring your family out for popcorn and Meet the Artist: Paul Johanni Herps Alive, relax by the campfire, Terrain: paved, natural surface, 2 a free movie. This evening's feature All are welcome to join artist and take the opportunity to enjoy miles will be The Bee Movie and will include a Paul Johanni as he shares the sustainable, locally-sourced food. 216-206-1000 craft for the kids. A blanket and chairs art of pine needle stitchery. He welcome. enjoys discussing his art and Illuminating Nightlife 16 THURSDAY 7 – 9 p.m. BNC demonstrating the techniques Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese for Register by phone used in their creation. a flashlights-on walk in the park. Majestic Mantis between August 7 – 16 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. RRNC Experience sights and sounds of Join a naturalist as we trek through 440-526-1012 the night using a method in which the meadow in search of the Backyard Nature Bash the reflective tissue of eyes are used majestic praying mantis. Nets and Rising Waters Overnight (see feature block on page 3) to spot wildlife. (Part of the new magnifiers will be provided. (see 8/4 for details) Noon – 4 p.m. WCR NightLife event) 10:30 a.m. – noon GPR 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ 8:15 – 9 p.m. RRNC Windy Ridge Picnic Area Afternoon Archery for Kids Terrain: some stairs, 0.5 mile Terrain: moderate, grassy, 0.5 mile 18 SATURDAY Bring your child to the valley 216-341-1707 to discover the fun of archery. Nature Art: Night Creatures Prairie Blooms and Bees Enjoy a new activity surrounded Paint a Pint Cuyahoga River By Boat The Brecksville prairie changes weekly by nature. We’ll have all supplies Create a beautiful painted pint glass (see 8/7 for details) with an incredible variety of blooms, available for you. Follow signs with an artist’s original drawing of 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR bees and other animal life. Take an early from parking lot. one of Northeast Ohio’s nocturnal morning walk with Naturalist Kathy 1 – 2:30 p.m. OECR creatures. No artistic talent required. Nurture with Nature Schmidt to see what’s blooming and CanalWay Center parking lot All supplies provided. (Part of the Bring your family for a monthly what is attracted to those blooms. Age: 9 – 17 years new NightLife event) program to explore nature through 8 – 9:30 a.m. BNC Fee: $5 8:30 – 9 p.m., 9 – 9:30 p.m., books, games, hikes and other Age: adults Terrain: paved, one hill, 0.5 mile 9:30 – 10 p.m. RRNC activities. This month we’ll search Terrain: flat, grass, 0.5 mile Register online Fee: $10 for spiders. beginning August 1 Register online between 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. BNC Woodlands of Bedford: Tinker’s July 15 – August 11 Terrain: flat, 0.5 mile Creek Stream Walk Hickory Hike Age: 3 years & over with adult Join Fred Losi on the 34rd annual Join Naturalist Jenny McClain to Register by phone Bat Detectors in-stream exploration of the green search for the many species of “Bat detectors” record the ultrasonic between August 3 – 14 grand canyon of Bedford Reservation, hickories found in Brecksville’s 440-526-1012 echolocation of bats. Under the the Great Gorge of Tinker’s Creek. Wear oak/hickory forest. We’ll identify darkness of night, we can determine wettable shoes and clothing to traverse them and learn about their species and track population 17 FRIDAY this remote area of Bedford Reservation. unique natural history. declines without ever seeing a bat. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. BeR 2 – 3:30 p.m. BNC Two detectors will be demonstrated Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Nature Hemlock Creek Picnic Area Terrain: stairs, hills, up to 2 miles on the hike. (Part of the new NightLife Join our naturalist this afternoon Terrain: flat, natural surface, wet, event) for a cart tour along the Ohio and muddy, 7 miles Afternoon Archery for Adults 9 – 10 p.m. RRNC Erie Canal. We’ll discuss the animals Register online Have you ever wanted to try both past and present that call the Terrain: mostly flat, natural surface, beginning August 1 archery? Join us in the valley 0.5 mile valley home. 216-206-1000 to discover the fun of archery. 1 – 2:30 p.m. CWC Enjoy a new activity surrounded Fee: $5 Fireflies Exposed Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Extended by nature. We’ll have all supplies Fireflies may appear magical, but Register online Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak is available for you. Follow signs beginning August 1 they are really quite ferocious. your guide on an extended northern from parking lot. This for-adults-only program will tour of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. 3 – 4:30 p.m. OECR delve into the savage world of Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Evening We’ll discuss the history of the park, CanalWay Center parking lot Join our naturalist on an evening firefly reproductive and predatory area geography, watersheds, trails, Age: adults cart tour along the Towpath. We’ll behaviors. If raining, hike will industry and nature. Thirty minutes Fee: $5 look for signs of wildlife that roam become an indoor presentation. indoors followed by two hours on the Terrain: paved, one hill, 0.5 mile in the evening hours. We’ll also (Part of the new NightLife event) cart. Register online discuss the animals both past and 10 – 11 p.m. RRNC 9:30 a.m. – noon CWC beginning August 1 present that call the canal home. Age: adults Fee: $10 6:30 – 8 p.m. CWC Terrain: mostly flat, natural surface, Register by phone Rising Waters Overnight Fee: $5 1 mile beginning July 20 (see 8/4 for details) Register online 216-206-1000 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ beginning August 1 clevelandmetroparks.com 7 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE

Summer Star Stories Sunday Drop-by: Cling or Fling Acacia After Work Nature Boat Tour The night sky has fascinated We’ll discuss the many ways of seed Enjoy the stunning display of (see 8/1 for details) humans for thousands of years. dispersal. Some seeds gently drift meadow wildflowers in this 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR Join a naturalist to hear ancient on the breeze and others violently constantly evolving park. We’ll also star stories and learn how to spot expel – the options are numerous! look for butterflies and learn about West Creek Night Hike: summer’s celestial wonders. (Part Put together a seed ball of native all the changes this year. What’s Up? of the new NightLife event) wildflower seeds to plant in your own 5:30 – 7 p.m. AR Let’s turn our eyes skyward as we 10 – 11 p.m. RRNC yard. Cedar Road parking lot observe the late summer sky. We 1 – 2:30 p.m. WSC Terrain: paved, some hills, should see a gorgeous three-quarter 19 SUNDAY 3 miles moon, as well as other celestial Annual Corn Roast 440-473-3370 delights. Breakfast in the Park Join Brecksville Historical Association 7:30 – 9 p.m. WCR Join us for a morning stroll along for a fun annual summer event where Cuyahoga River By Boat Monarch Bluff Picnic Area the Rocky River. We will return to corn roasted in the husk, hot dogs, (see 8/7 for details) Terrain: paved, natural surfaces, a delicious breakfast prepared by and refreshments can be purchased. 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR 1.5 miles our volunteers. Tour the Squire Rich Museum, 440-887-1968 9 – 11 a.m. MSRR associated garden and grounds. Summer Dancing Series: WJ Green Lodge 1 – 5 p.m. BrR Urban Line Dance 23 THURSDAY Terrain: mostly flat, 1 mile Squire Rich Museum (see 8/7 for details) Register by phone 440-526-1012 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. GPR Preschool: Birds in the Valley beginning August 2 Bring your preschooler to discover 440-526-1012 Afternoon Archery for Adults the birds that live in the Cuyahoga (see 8/18 for details) 22 WEDNESDAY River Valley. Today we’ll learn about Sunday Morning Dog Walk 3 – 4:30 p.m. OECR Nature Baby: Frogs and Polliwogs herons, woodpeckers, swallows, Explore Edgewater Park with your The pond is awaiting you so let’s get ducks and eagles. Where they find pup. Our walk will end at the dog 20 MONDAY baby out to explore. We will walk food, what their beaks and feet look beach. Walkers without dogs are around Bunns Lake looking for frogs like and how they use them. welcome. Nature Play and Learn: Creek Hike and polliwogs. 10 – 11 a.m. CWC 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. LR Young children will enjoy this 10 – 11 a.m. BWR Age: 2 – 5 years with adult Fishing Pier morning of getting their feet wet and Codrington Shelterhouse Picnic Area Terrain: paved, natural surface, Terrain: paved, one hill, 2 miles exploring the creek. Secure sandals or Age: 3 years & under with adult less than 1 mile 216-206-1000 tied shoes recommended. Terrain: mostly flat, some stairs, Register online 10 – 11:30 SCR 0.5 mile beginning August 1 Berea Lakes Bioblitz Sulphur Springs Picnic Area Register online Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield for Age: 3 – 5 years with adult between August 1 – 13 Cuyahoga River By Boat a late summer walk near Baldwin 440-473-3370 440-734-6660 (see 8/7 for details) Lake. We’ll seek nesting birds, 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR summer wildflowers, insects and Family Fun Night: Insects Young Explorers reptiles. We’ll learn a little bit about the insects Bring your preschoolers to learn Forest Hills Hike 9:30 – 11 a.m. MSRR that live around us. Then we’ll go about the animals who are awake Join a naturalist to explore the trails South Quarry Picnic Area outside with nets and field guides at night. We’ll explore the world of Forest Hills Park. We will look and Terrain: mostly flat, natural to get a closer look at some of our of nocturnal animals with books, listen for creatures that come out at surface and paved, 1.5 miles six-legged friends. activities and crafts. dusk. Meet at 1 Monticello Boulevard 440-734-6660 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. CWC 1 – 2 p.m. CWC Cleveland Heights, Oh 44118. Terrain: natural surface, less than 1 Age: 3 – 5 years with adult 6:30 – 8 p.m. Off site Birding the Banks of Euclid mile Terrain: paved, hill, 0.5 – 1 mile Terrain: paved trails, some hills, Creek Register online Register by phone or online up to 3 miles Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder beginning August 1 beginning August 1 440-473-3370 on the banks of Euclid Creek 216-206-1000 searching for woodpeckers, 21 TUESDAY 24 FRIDAY flycatchers and sandpipers. Riparian Ramble 10 – 11:30 a.m. ECR Sprouts: Growing Kids and Tired of being indoors? Come Akron Adventure Bus Tour Highland Picnic Area parking lot Wonder, Naturally explore the field and forest in search Enjoy tours of the Simon Perkins Terrain: natural, uneven surfaces, Join Natalie the Naturalist to discover of nature’s beauty. See majestic Stone Mansion and John Brown some hills, up to 2 miles monarch caterpillars and butterflies. riverside cliffs, hear a nuthatch House and watch the sheep graze on 440-473-3370 We will have discovery time, a craft calling in the distance, or perhaps Mutton Hill. Visit picturesque Glendale and go on a short hike. see a bald eagle perched along the Cemetery, listed on the National Voyageur Canoe Paddle 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. or 1 – 2:15 p.m. scenic Chagrin River. Register of Historic Places, and see (see 8/11 for details) NCNC 2 – 3:30 p.m. SCR where many well-known Akron 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. HiR Nature Education Building Jackson Field parking lot residents are laid to rest. Age: 3 – 5 years with adult Terrain: mostly level, 2 – 2.5 miles 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. CWC Visit the Lorenzo Carter Cabin Terrain: paved, may be muddy, 440-473-3370 Terrain: paved, natural surface, (see 8/5 for details) 0.75 mile uneven, stairs, 2 miles 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. LR Register online between Fee: $50, (includes transportation, July 20 – August 18 admission and lunch) Afternoon Archery for Kids Age: 13 years & over (under 16 (see 8/18 for details) with adult) 1 – 2:30 p.m. OECR Register by phone or online beginning August 1 216-206-1000

8 Emerald Necklace August 2018 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE Archery for Beginners: Adults Not only is archery beneficial 25 SATURDAY 26 SUNDAY Our Great Lake Special Event for upper arm strength, balance In Your Wildest Streams Bus Trip Whipp’s Ledges History Hike Sunday, August 26 • 1 – 4 p.m. and coordination, but it also Visit French Creek in Meadville, PA, Join Historical Interpreter Beth Robb Euclid Creek Reservation helps increase mental focus and view up-close one of the most for a hike through Whipp’s Ledges. Wildwood Marina and concentration. Come biologically diverse streams east of From the story of Robert Whipp, to A rich history, beautiful scenery, learn the basics in this fun, the Mississippi. Home to 27 species the CCC work done in the 1930s, you abundant wildlife, and endless non-competitive atmosphere. of mussels, 80 species of fish, and will hear tales from the past of this recreational opportunities make Equipment provided. America’s largest salamander, the interesting area. our connection to Lake Erie strong 6:30 – 8 p.m. BrR eastern hellbender. 9 – 10:30 a.m. HiR and cherished. Join us with your York Road Archery Range 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. WCR Whipp’s Ledges Picnic Area friends and family as we celebrate Age: adults WSC parking lot Terrain: hills, stairs, exposed roots, these connections on the scenic Fee: $5 Terrain: paved, natural surfaces, 2 miles 1.25 miles lakefront at Villa Angela and Register online Age: adults, 16 years & over with adult 440-526-1012 Wildwood. beginning August 6 Fee: $68 (includes lunch and snacks) 440-473-3370 440-526-1012 Register online by August 13 Urban Birding Blitz 440-887-1968 Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield at famed Cedar Valley Barn Dance Wendy Park to seek some of the first Critters that Flitter (see 8/10 for details) Nature Writing southbound songbirds and water Join Naturalist Patti Donnellan on 7 – 8:30 p.m. RRR Join writers Jenny Clark and Linda birds. Park in the main gravel lot just a leisurely walk around the flower Tuthill as they prompt us to express our east of the marina. beds to observe birds and insects creative side through natural history. 9:30 – 11 a.m. LR that visit late summer wildflowers. Take a short, naturalist-led hike, explore Wendy Park 2 – 3 p.m. WCR themed writing prompts, and enjoy Terrain: mostly flat, natural surface, Monarch Bluff Picnic Area lunch at historic Look About Lodge. 0.75 mile Terrain: paved and natural surface, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. SCR 440-734-6660 0.5 mile For Adults Only: Goldenrod Look About Lodge 440-887-1968 and Aster Identification I Age: 16 years & over Birding the Mouth of Euclid Creek Do you love wildflowers but Fee: $25 Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder on a Family Fun in Nature consider asters and goldenrods Terrain: level, 0.5 mile wander through the meadow, forest, The natural world around us is difficult? Take it step-by-step Register online July 20 – August 18 and along the lake in search of birds. filled with many amazing things in this three-part workshop to 440-473-3370 Meet in the entrance parking lot. awaiting our discovery. Once master the asters. Tonight’s class 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. ECR a month, we’ll meet to explore Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Extended will be followed by two field Wildwood Marina the forest, fields and waterways. (see 8/18 for details) sessions (August 25 & September Terrain: paved, natural surface, some This month, we’ll learn about the 9:30 a.m. – noon CWC 8). Space is limited. inclines, up to 2 miles amazing properties of water. 7 – 9 p.m. WSC 440-473-3370 2 – 3:30 p.m. BNC For Adults Only: Goldenrod & Aster Age: 6 years & over with adult Age: adults Identification II Fee: $25 individuals/$42 couples Towpath Trail Cart Tour: Extended Terrain: stairs, hills, 0.75 mile (see 8/24 for details) (see 8/18 for details) Register by phone (includes one field guide) 10 a.m. – noon WCR Register by phone or online 9:30 a.m. – noon or 1:30 – 4 p.m. beginning August 16 Monarch Bluff Picnic Area CWC 440-526-1012 by August 19 Terrain: paved, tall grass, 1 mile 440-887-1968 Dog Paddle & Pet-a-Palooza 27 MONDAY Ohio Dragonfly Survey Join hundreds of dogs at Cleveland Friday Night Film: Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese to catch, Hidden Figures Metroparks annual event where you Fire on the Water photograph, and release dragonflies can bring your non-aggressive dogs A relatively small fire on the The early years of the U.S. space and damselflies. This is a bioblitz- program relied heavily on to swim at Ledge Pool. A mini dog fair Cuyahoga River made it famous style survey and observations will be will also be held with exhibitors and and fanned the flames of the human computers. Follow the uploaded to Ohio Odonata Survey via story of a team of female African- vendors to purchase items to pamper environmental movement. Doug iNaturalist. Digital cameras or phones the pooches. For more information, Kusak ignites discussions about American mathematicians whose are encouraged. ID skills not required. vital work helped us leave the call 330-239-2911. major U. S. river fires and the Nets provided. 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. HiR science behind why liquids don’t Earth and dream of the stars. 2 – 3 p.m. RRR 7 – 9 p.m. RRNC Ledge Pool & Recreation Area burn. Lagoon Picnic Shelter 7 – 8:30 p.m. CWC Terrain: tall grass, wet areas, 0.5 mile The Manor at Stan Hewyt Register by phone or online Rising Waters Overnight 440-734-6660 (see 8/4 for details) Bus Tour beginning August 1 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ Primitive Skills: Prairie Providers Join us for an afternoon exploring 216-206-1000 The tallgrass prairie was the source of Stan Hewyt, the country estate of the Night Hike food and other provisions for native Seiberling family. We’ll take a guided 28 TUESDAY Spend the evening walking people and early pioneers. Hike the tour of the Manor House, and explore along the canal listening to the prairie with Naturalist Kathy Schmidt to the Corbin Conservatory, estate Cuyahoga River By Boat sounds of nocturnal animals learn what was used and how. gardens, and gate lodge. (see 8/7 for details) as the sun sets. We’ll see what 2 – 4 p.m. BNC 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. CWC 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR animals we can hear and spot. Age: adults Fee: $70 (includes admission and 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. CWC Terrain: flat, 0.5 mile lunch) Summer Dancing Series: Terrain: paved surface, one hill, Age: adults Urban Line Dance 1 – 1.5 miles Rising Waters Overnight Terrain: paved, stone paths, stairs, (see 8/7 for details) 0.5 – 1 mile Register by phone or online (see 8/4 for details) 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. GPR Register by phone or online beginning August 1 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ 216-206-1000 216-206-100 clevelandmetroparks.com 9 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE August Golf Events AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE A Swift’s Night Out 30 THURSDAY In early autumn, chimney swifts gather by Moonlight Golf Little Met/ Saturday, August 4 the thousands to prepare for their journey Crooked River Birds Mastick Woods Shawnee Hills • 8:15 p.m. BeR south. Watch as they funnel into their Join a naturalist as we walk the 18 Hole Championship evening roost one by one. We’ll gather towpath in search of the birds that Friday, August 10 Sunday, August 12 at the nature center and caravan to the thrive in the Cuyahoga River valley. Mastick Woods • 8 p.m. RRR See if you are the best golfer nearby roosting site. 9:30 – 11 a.m. CWC Friday, August 24 at Little Met and Mastick 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. NCNC Terrain: paved, natural surface, Mastick Woods • 8 p.m. RRR Woods Golf Courses. The North Chagrin Nature Center parking lot 2 miles Play 9 holes of golf under the competitors will play 9-holes stars with special glow in the at Little Met and 9-holes at 29 WEDNESDAY Outdoor Adventures for dark balls and accessories! Mastick Woods. Homeschoolers: Sailing Age: 10 years & over 2 p.m., First tee time RRR Senior Safari at Experience sailing on Lake Erie during Fee: $25 Little Met Clubhouse Cleveland Metroparks Zoo this entry level session. The skipper Register online Age: adults Come out to Senior Safari where guests and crew will teach you about the Fee: $25 62 and better get free admission to the equipment and techniques used to Short Game Clinics Register online Zoo, special offerings and information on sail, and a very basic understanding Saturday, August 4 services available throughout the area. of the parts of the boat, sail trim and A clinic that will allow anyone to FootGolf Championship Presented by Hudec Dental. steering. recover those lost shots on and Sunday, August 19 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. CMZ 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. LR around the greens. A variety of This championship is like no Coast Guard Station chips & pitches will be covered other! Come kick it around at Discovery Days: Wildflowers Age: grades 9 – 12 and will allow for hands on the FootGolf Championship. Let’s explore some of the summer Fee: $15 practice. 2 p.m., First tee time RRR wildflowers. We’ll share discoveries, stories, Register online Noon – 1:30 p.m. BrR Mastick Woods Clubhouse Fee: $25 sing a song and spend time outdoors. beginning August 13 Seneca Clubhouse Register online 11 a.m. – noon CWC 440-526-1012 Fee: $35 Age: 3 – 6 years with adult or in-home Register online daycare provider Cuyahoga River By Boat Stroke Play Saturday, August 25 Register by phone or online (see 8/7 for details) Stroke Play Scratch event open to 216-341-1707 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR Saturday, August 18 Scratch event open to all all players; Cleveland Metroparks Player of the Year Monarch Walk players; Cleveland Metroparks 31 FRIDAY Tournament Series. Monarchs can be seen nectaring on many Player of the Year Tournament 10 a.m., First tee time BeR of our summer blooms. Join Naturalist Series. Glorious Goldenrods Shawnee Hills Clubhouse Natalie Schroder in search of eggs and Brecksville prairie is home to many 10 a.m., First tee time BrR Seneca Clubhouse Age: adults larvae of these magical flying insects. unique plants, including some rare Age: adults Fee: $50 Please wear long pants to walk in high goldenrod species. We’ll learn how to Fee: $50 Register online vegetation. identify goldenrods and discover the Register online 2 – 3:30 p.m. AR important role they play in late

Cedar Road parking lot summer prairies and fields. Visit clevelandmetroparks.com/golf for more information Terrain: paved, some hills, off trail, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. BNC on fees and to register for classes or events. up to 2 miles Terrain: flat, grass, up to 0.5 mile 440-473-3370 Learning Your Ferns Nature Boat Tour Join Naturalist Foster Brown on a hike LOOK AHEAD TO SEPTEMBER (see 8/1 for details) discovering the different species of FallFest 18th Century Festival 4 – 6 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. LR ferns growing along and around the Sunday, September 30 tributaries of the Chagrin River. This Nature Inspired Crafts hike is specifically for beginner fern 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Brecksville Reservation Let the beauty of nature inspire the lovers. But everyone is invited! Meadows Picnic Area. For more information call 440-526-1012. artist in you. This series held on the fifth 5:30 – 7 p.m. SCR Wednesday of each month will use a Look About Lodge Nature at Night variety of materials and mediums. This Terrain: natural surfaces, uneven, hills, Saturday, September 22 month, we’ll make a birch tree painting 1.5 mile. 5 – 10 p.m. • North Chagrin Nature Center on canvas. 440-473-3370 Join us to celebrate all the nature and life that wakes as the sun 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. BNC sets and the darkness crawls over the land. Family activities, live Age: adults Evening along the Chagrin animals, nature experts and evening fun from 5 – 8 p.m. At 8 p.m. Fee: $25 Join Naturalist Carly Martin as we we’ll light the campfire, get out the telescopes and line up for Register online enjoy the bountiful beauty in the night hikes into the darkening forests. 440-473-3370 beginning August 20 Chagrin Valley. We’ll hike through fields and forest for a sunset North Chagrin Photography Contest and Show West Creek Night Hike: Dark Science exploration hike. Drop Off: September 16 – 22 • 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Have you ever wanted to test your senses 7 – 9 p.m. SCR North Chagrin Nature Center • 440-473-3370 as a raccoon or learn how nocturnal Jackson Field Check our website for full contest rules or call the nature center. animals can see so well? Join us on a hike Terrain: mostly flat, 4 miles filled with scientific discoveries only found 440-473-3370 Cleveland Metroparks is committed to providing quality after dark. Please bring a flashlight. recreational opportunities to the people of Greater Cleveland. If you 8 – 9 p.m. WCR Rising Waters Overnight need special assistance to attend a program or visit a facility, please call Lookout Ridge Loop Trailhead (see 8/4 for details) ahead to the number listed for the event or see the directory provided Terrain: rocky, natural surface, 1 mile 7 p.m. – 10 a.m. CMZ 440-887-1968 on the back cover. You may also visit clevelandmetroparks.com. 10 Emerald Necklace August 2018 AUGUST PROGRAMS BY DATE AUGUSTCleveland Metroparks PROGRAMS Outdoor Recreation BY DATE offers a series of year-round programs from introductory experiences and skills classes to advanced trips and certification courses. These class levels allow novices interested in an activity to gain the skills and knowledge to safely and confidently participate in these activities on their Outdoor Recreation own while still challenging the avid recreationist. Backpacking Learn the art of BACKPACKING DAY DATES TIME SITE** AGES FEE*** backpacking under the Backpacking Basics Tue Aug 7 6 pm – 9 pm SCR 14+* $13.00 guidance of experienced backpackers through Ottawa Overlook Beginner Fri – Sat Aug 24 – 25 Depart 5:30 pm BrR 10+* 65.00 a series of classroom Backpacking Trip 2 Days Return 12:30 pm programs to multi-day trips where education and Dolly Sods Backpacking Pre-Trips Tue Sept 18 & 25 6 pm – 9 pm GPC Adult 275.00 helping you gain the skills Trip: Sept 29, 7 am – Oct 3, 10 pm to backpack on your own is CLIMBING the goal. “Try-It”: Rock Climbing (1.5 hr sessions) Thu Aug 2 3:30 pm – 5 pm HiR 10+* 7.50 Climbing Climb on natural rock while Rock Climbing 1: Top Rope & Belay Thu Aug 2 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm HiR 14+* 45.00 learning knots, how to belay, and develop proper CYCLING climbing techniques. “Try-It”: Mountain Biking (1 hr sessions) Mon Aug 27 4 pm – 8 pm BeR 10+* 5.00 Cycling HEALTH & WELLNESS Learn how to mountain bike during the “Try-Its.” Yoga & Hike Sat Aug 11 8:30 am – 10 am BeR 14+* 15.00 Tue Aug 28 6 pm – 7:30 pm LR 14+* 15.00 Yoga & Hike Certified yoga instructor KAYAKING Kim Scott Sowinski will lead a meditative hike “Try-It”: Kayaking (1 hr sessions) Wed Aug 8 4 pm – 5 pm LR 10+* 5.00 before a warming, vinyasa Thu Aug 9 5 pm – 9 pm HiR 10+* 5.00 flow. Wed Aug 22 4 pm – 5 pm LR 10+* 5.00 Kayaking Kayaking 1: Basic Strokes Thu Aug 16 6 pm – 9 pm HiR 14+* 45.00 Learn efficient strokes and Kayaking 2: Rescues Thu Aug 23 6 pm – 9 pm HiR 14+* 45.00 rescue techniques that will prepare you for paddling Kayaking Skills Session Thu Aug 30 6 pm – 9 pm HiR 14+* 15.00 on longer trips or tours. Rivergate Kayak Tour Tue Aug 28 6 pm – 8 pm LR 14+* 35.00 Stand Up Skyline Sunset Kayaking Tour Wed Aug 8 6 pm – 8:30 pm LR 14+* 35.00 Paddleboarding Wed Aug 22 6 pm – 8:30 pm LR 14+* 35.00 Gain confidence standing on a board before Coastal Kayaking: Basics Wed Aug 1 6 pm – 9 pm LR 14+* 45.00 learning basic strokes and Bass Island Kayak Touring Pre-Trip Tue Aug 14 6 pm – 9 pm LR Adult 225.00 maneuvers. Then, practice Trip: Aug. 24, 1 p.m. – Aug. 26, 7 p.m. moving on a board, advanced strokes, and STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING (SUP) rescues in SUP 2. “Try-It”: SUP (1 hr sessions) Thu Aug 9 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm HiR 10+* 5.00 Sailing Wed Aug 15 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm LR 10+* 5.00 Embrace Cleveland’s SUP 1: Strokes Thu Aug 16 6 pm – 8 pm HiR 10+* 35.00 Community Sailing Programs from “Try-It”: Sun Aug 19 10:30 am – 12:30 pm HiR 10+* 35.00 Sailing to skills classes Sun Aug 19 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm HiR 10+* 35.00 learning basic sailing skills SUP 2: Advanced Stance & Strokes Thu Aug 23 6 pm – 8:30 pm HiR 14+* 35.00 along the way. SUP Skills Session Thu Aug 30 6 pm – 9 pm HiR 10+* 15.00 Ledges to Lake Skyline Sunset SUP Tour Wed Aug 15 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm LR 14+* 35.00 Adventure Race Combine the thrills of SUP Yoga Sun Aug 19 8 am – 9:45 am HiR 14+* 35.00 Hinckley Reservation in this fun yet challenging SAILING race. Start with a run, then Sailing 1 & 2 (Two sessions) Wed. & Thu Aug 8 & 9 9 am – 3 pm LR 16+* 215.00 paddle around Hinckley Lake in your kayak, and Sailing 3: Open Sailing Tue Aug 21 6 – 9 pm LR 10+* 25.00 finish with a bike ride. RACES/TOURS/EVENTS For more program Ledges to Lake Adventure Race Sat Sept 22 9 am Race Start HiR 10+* $55 –100 details and registration * Must have participating adult accompanying youth. ** Site abbreviations listed on page 2. deadlines, please visit ***Fee includes all equipment needed to participate. clevelandmetroparks.com/or clevelandmetroparks.com 11 4101 Fulton Parkway PRSRT STD Cleveland, Ohio 44144-1923 U.S. POSTAGE PAID DATED MATERIAL DO NOT DELAY Cleveland, Ohio Permit No. 2911

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