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Winter Parks Plus! program registration begins Monday, October 14 for Lake County residents. Open registration begins Thursday, October 17. Fall program registration is open.

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Hiking Seniority

Hiking Seniority - FAL-PP-50-HIKE-003

We meet year-round every Tuesday at nearby parks to appreciate nature and enjoy the outdoors. Join a Naturalist as we interpret the world around us on this slower paced walk. Please dress appropriately as we hike in all weather. Schedules are emailed upon registration and handed out at the first session. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available Hiking Seniority 09/03/2024 -11/26/2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm Tu Penitentiary Glen Reservation Ages 50 and older $0.00/$0.00
Tuesday Fast Hikers

Tuesday Fast Hikers - FAL-PP-50-HIKE-004

We meet year-round every Tuesday at nearby parks to appreciate nature and enjoy the outdoors. Join a Naturalist as we interpret the world around us on this faster paced stroll. Please dress appropriately as we hike in all weather. Schedules are emailed upon registration and handed out at the first session. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available Tuesday Fast Hikers 09/03/2024 -11/26/2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm Tu Penitentiary Glen Reservation Ages 50 and older $0.00/$0.00
Saturday Morning Hikes

Saturday Morning Hikes - FAL-PP-ADU-HIKE-011

Join a Naturalist as we hike throughout Lake Metroparks on Saturday mornings. Enjoy interpretation, the great outdoors, and the company of others as we explore the world around us. Sturdy boots recommended. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available Saturday Morning Hikes 09/07/2024 -11/30/2024* 8:00 am -10:00 am Sa Penitentiary Glen Reservation Ages 18 and older $5.00/$5.00
Night Time Critter Hike

Night Time Critter Hike - FAL-PP-CF-HIKE-011

Nature appreciation can happen all hours of the day, while a lot of our daytime critter friends are heading to bed, our nocturnal friends start to wake up. If you want to hear, (and maybe even see) some of our fascinating Ohio critters come join us at Jordan Creek Park for a night hike! All participants must be registered, including adults.
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Unavailable Unavailable Night Time Critter Hike 11/22/2024 -11/22/2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm F Jordan Creek Park Ages 7 and older $5.00/$5.00
Buckeye Trail Blazers: Penitentiary Glen and Chapin Forest

Buckeye Trail Blazers: Penitentiary Glen and Chapin Forest - FAL-PP-ADU-HIKE-019

Continuing on our Buckeye Trail series, we will pick up the trail at Penitentiary Glen. After hiking through some trails, we will hike down Eagle Rd and south on 306 before entering Chapin Forest, where we will enjoy the fall colors at the overlook before meeting with the shuttle at the Hobart Rd entrance to be returned to our vehicles.
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Add To Cart Available Buckeye Trail Blazers: Penitentiary Glen and Chapin Forest 11/23/2024 -11/23/2024 9:00 am -12:00 pm Sa Penitentiary Glen Reservation Ages 18 and older $15.00/$15.00
OUT in Nature

OUT in Nature - FAL-PP-ADU-HIKE-005

Join us for this new hiking series designed for members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. Each month we’ll explore a different park and visit a variety of nature topics. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available OUT in Nature 11/29/2024 -11/29/2024 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm F Veterans Park Ages 18 and older $0.00/$0.00
Hiking Seniority

Hiking Seniority - WIN-PP-50-HIKE-001

We meet year-round every Tuesday at nearby parks to appreciate nature and enjoy the outdoors. Join a Naturalist as we interpret the world around us on this slower paced walk. Please dress appropriately as we hike in all weather. Schedules are emailed upon registration and handed out at the first session. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available Hiking Seniority 12/03/2024 -02/25/2025 10:00 am -12:00 pm Tu Off Site Ages 50 and older $0.00/$0.00
Tuesday Fast Hikers

Tuesday Fast Hikers - WIN-PP-50-HIKE-003

We meet year-round every Tuesday at nearby parks to appreciate nature and enjoy the outdoors. Join a Naturalist as we interpret the world around us on this faster paced stroll. Please dress appropriately as we hike in all weather. Schedules are emailed upon registration and handed out at the first session. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available Tuesday Fast Hikers 12/03/2024 -02/25/2025 10:00 am -12:00 pm Tu Off Site Ages 50 and older $0.00/$0.00
Saturday Morning Hikes

Saturday Morning Hikes - WIN-PP-ADU-HIKE-001

Join a Naturalist as we hike throughout Lake Metroparks on Saturday mornings. Enjoy interpretation, the great outdoors, and the company of others as we explore the world around us. Sturdy boots recommended. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available Saturday Morning Hikes 12/07/2024 -02/22/2025 8:00 am -10:00 am Sa Off Site Ages 18 and older $5.00/$5.00
Dog Walk & Play

Dog Walk & Play - WIN-PP-ADU-HIKE-013

Calling all dogs to join us getting your owners out for a walk! Dogs get people walking, and walking is the best exercise you can do for your health. We'll walk at Chapin Forest-306 side and discuss dog etiquette on the trail. For those that can meet, we'll go down the street to the Farmpark's Canine Meadows and let the dogs play!
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Add To Cart Available Dog Walk & Play 12/07/2024 -12/07/2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Sa Chapin Forest Reservation - Rt 306 Ages 16 and older $5.00/$5.00
Gorge Hikes: Lower Gorge

Gorge Hikes: Lower Gorge - WIN-PP-CF-HIKE-018

Think you know the Gorge? Join us on a fun and challenging expedition to the lower gorge for an entirely different experience! Here you'll discover rocks older than the dinosaurs and search for unique plants and animals that call the area home. Sturdy, closed toe, waterproof footwear required. All participants must be registered, including adults.
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Add To Cart Available Gorge Hikes: Lower Gorge 12/08/2024 -12/08/2024 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Su Penitentiary Glen Reservation 6-99.99 $0.00/$0.00
Off Trail Trek

Off Trail Trek - WIN-PP-CF-HIKE-002

Trails? We don't need trails where we're going. This hike may be strenuous with stream crossings and steep hills, but we will explore seldom seen areas of the park. Bring food, water and sturdy boots. All participants must be registered, including adults.
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Add To Cart Available Off Trail Trek 12/15/2024 -12/15/2024 9:00 am -12:00 pm Su River Road Park Ages 12 and older $0.00/$0.00
Longest Night Hike

Longest Night Hike - WIN-PP-CF-HIKE-015

The longest night has come at last. Join us for a nighttime hike under the lights at Chapin, then continue on as we hike past Chapin’s ledges and overlook in the dark. Come see the dark side of nature! Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by adult. All participants must be registered, including adults.
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Add To Waitlist Waitlist Longest Night Hike 12/21/2024 -12/21/2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Sa Chapin Forest Reservation - Hobart Rd. 6-99.99 $5.00/$5.00
OUT in Nature

OUT in Nature - WIN-PP-ADU-HIKE-002

Join us for this new hiking series designed for members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. Each month we’ll explore a different park and visit a variety of nature topics. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available OUT in Nature 12/27/2024 -12/27/2024 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm F Chapin Forest Reservation - Hobart Rd. Ages 18 and older $0.00/$0.00
Gorge Hikes: Upper Gorge

Gorge Hikes: Upper Gorge - WIN-PP-CF-HIKE-001

Explore the wonders of Stoney Brook as you journey 100 feet below the trails. Climb waterfalls, flip rocks, and learn about the unique plant and animal life that calls this habitat home. Sturdy, closed toe, waterproof footwear required. All participants must be registered, including adults.
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Add To Cart Available Gorge Hikes: Upper Gorge 01/04/2025 -01/04/2025 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Sa Penitentiary Glen Reservation 6-99.99 $0.00/$0.00
Wednesday Wanderings

Wednesday Wanderings - WIN-PP-ADU-HIKE-004

Time for your mid-week nature break! Let’s discover nature, history, and make other interesting observations as we get in a little morning exercise. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Available Wednesday Wanderings 01/08/2025 -01/08/2025 10:00 am -11:30 am W Girdled Road Reservation - North Ages 18 and older $0.00/$0.00
Winter Walk

Winter Walk - WIN-PP-CF-HIKE-017

Whether it's 65° or 10° below winter in Ohio is full of fun woodland friends. From birds to squirrels or maybe just some cool tracks and trees, nature still persists in the cold (or warm) winter. If you like exploring nature no matter the weather come join us for a winter hike at the Environmental Learning Center at Jordan Creek Park. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by adult. All participants must be registered, including adults.
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Add To Cart Available Winter Walk 01/17/2025 -01/17/2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm F Jordan Creek Park 0.01-199 $5.00/$5.00
Treemendous Winter Trees

Treemendous Winter Trees - WIN-PP-CF-HIKE-012

Ever wonder what tree you're looking at? How old it is? Why some have needles? Join us on a walk through the woods to find the answers to these and more and learn just how TREEmendous trees are! You'll discover a few tricks for identifying trees in winter! All participants must be registered, including adults.
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Add To Cart Available Treemendous Winter Trees 01/19/2025 -01/19/2025 10:00 am -11:30 am Su Penitentiary Glen Reservation 6-99.99 $0.00/$0.00
Camp Klein History Lantern Tour Hike

Camp Klein History Lantern Tour Hike - WIN-PP-ADU-HIKE-012

Find a new way to see nature as we hike Jordan Creek Park at night! If the sky is clear, we will be able to enjoy finding the trails by moonlight and then enjoy a fire on the back patio of the Environmental Learning Center.
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Add To Cart Available Camp Klein History Lantern Tour Hike 01/21/2025 -01/21/2025 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Tu Jordan Creek Park Ages 18 and older $5.00/$5.00
Get Oriented - Snow Night HIke

Get Oriented - Snow Night HIke - WIN-PP-CF-HIKE-013

Bring the family to try a new adventure! A course will be set up for you to navigate as you hike with your family. Take along a headlamp and map and visit various locations in the park. Locate all the 'control' locations and we will have a surprise for you upon your return. After hiking, sit back and relax by the fire while listening to music on the patio or play yard games like Cornhole, giant Jenga or Connect Four. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by adult. All participants must be registered, including adults.
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Unavailable Full Get Oriented - Snow Night Hike 01/24/2025 -01/24/2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm F Chapin Forest Reservation - Hobart Rd. Ages 5 and older $5.00/$5.00