Part of one of the oldest citizen science projects in northeast Ohio, join us for this celebration of spring migration. Experience how Lake Erie Bluffs changes from week to week as migration unfolds. Birders of all skill levels are encouraged to join!

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.

Join us for a Hidden Adventure at Hidden Lake! Experience some of the activities Lake Metroparks has to offer. Our instructors and equipment will be there, and we will teach you all the activities. Try kayaking, standup paddle boarding and canoeing. Take a guided trail cart ride and learn the history of the park. Propel arrows down range on our public course. Cast a line into the stocked lake or take a guided hike. Play some disc golf or a game of cornhole. This is a free event. Registration required. All equipment for activities provided. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All participants must be registered, including adults.

Let's explore and enjoy the wonders of spring with a selection of books chosen to highlight the season. Program includes a craft, activities, and park exploration.

Joins us for an accessible, inclusive bird outing at Lakeshore Reservation! This park is a great spot for birds on their migration north and is filled with nearly flat, paved trails. Our pace will be slow, and there are benches along the way! No binoculars required and all skill levels encouraged.

Let's explore and enjoy the wonders of spring with a selection of books chosen to highlight the season. Program includes a craft, activities, and park exploration.

Paddle Mentor Lagoons with Lake Metroparks in kayaks. Previous paddling experience required. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All participants must be registered, including adults.

While most of the world sleeps, there’s a whole ecosystem that springs to life when the sun goes down. Flying squirrels are the most common squirrels in Ohio. Active at night, they glide from tree to tree in search of food. Join a naturalist as we traverse nature after dark and search for signs of these amazingly adapted creatures of the night.

Step back in time and discover some of the history of Chapin Forest. Go inside the old Stannard and Sperry quarries and learn how these places shaped the park you see today. This three-mile trek will be challenging. Sturdy hiking shoes required. Trekking poles are recommended.

Being a knee high naturalist has never been so much fun! This multi-age program includes a craft, activities, story, and hike.

Nighttime is the right time for amphibians. Discover the salamanders, frogs, and toads who make their annual nocturnal treks to mate. Bring your nets and buckets and prepare to get wet. Waterproof footwear is recommended. All participants must register, including adults.

Scenic Trails are now accessible to non-hikers! Climb aboard our trail carts to explore the parks and nature's wonders. Designed for individuals with limited mobility.

Two-year-olds are never too busy to have springtime fun! Each program includes a story, craft, activities, and hike just terrific for twos!

Discover what makes spring wonderful by using your senses and natural curiosity. Each program includes a story, craft, activities, and hike just perfect for preschoolers.

Bring your lakeside lunch and enjoy the views, followed by a 9-hole round of disc golf near the park monoliths.

Learn fishing basics as we fish for bluegill and largemouth bass. Equipment and bait provided or you may bring your own. Program designed for individuals with disabilities.

Take a hike with us! This educational hike is designed for us to explore the parks together. Children must hike on their own feet for one hour. No strollers permitted. Weather permitting; this program is held entirely outside.