When Nature Calls…

Saturday, July 06, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM NATURE STORIES Young children and their adult companions will enjoy this interactive, nature-inspired storytime intended for ages 18 months to 3 years. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 6/21: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Saturday, July 06, 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM NATURE STORIES Young children and their adult companions will enjoy this interactive, nature-inspired storytime intended for ages 18 months to 3 years. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 6/21: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Tuesday, July 09, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

KINDEREALM: FOXES

Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn about Ohio’s two fox species. Includes a short hike and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 6/22: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature CenterTuesday, July 09, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

KINDEREALM: FOXES

Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn about Ohio’s two fox species. Includes a short hike and craft. Please make other arrangements for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 6/22: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Wednesday, July 10, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PRESCHOOL EXPLORERS Get outside and enjoy nature through this monthly series for children ages 3 to 5. Each month we will explore a seasonal topic to engage the senses and encourage self-exploration. Program will be outside, so please dress for the weather. LP/Nature Center

Friday, July 12, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM FISHING FRIDAY Join us for a fun day of fishing! Each month we will spotlight one of Ohio’s native fish that can be caught in Summit Metro Parks. Poles and bait will be provided while supplies last. Those 16 and older will need a valid State of Ohio fishing license. LP/Tinkers Creek

Friday, July 12, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM FIREFLY TERRARIUMS Kids 5 to 8 spend a fun afternoon learning about fireflies and then making a glow-in-the-dark firefly terrarium to take home! ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 6/28: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Saturday, July 13, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM YOGA: VINYASA Enjoy an active vinyasa yoga practice with a certified instructor. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 6/29: 330-865-8065. LP/Nature Center

Sunday, July 14, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM DROP-IN NATURE CRAFT All ages join us for nature-crafting fun. A new craft will be presented each program this summer. Please dress for a mess. Meet in Black Bear shelter. LP/Nature Center: 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg  LP/Nature Center

Tuesday, July 16, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM NATURE JOURNALING: SMALL MAMMALS Learn basic journaling techniques to record your nature observations. This month we’ll learn about mice, voles, shrews and moles. We will be outside for the entire program. Taking photos is optional. A one-time registration fee for the monthly series includes a journal, pen and pencil. Cost: $20/person. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS ONLINE 7/6: Register here. LP/Nature Center

Thursday, July 18, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ARCHERY GAMES FOR ADULTS Ages 16 and older will play games to build archery skills in a fun and exciting way. Participants must have already taken one of our Intro to Archery programs. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 7/9: 330-865-8065. LP/Tinkers Creek

Thursday, July 18, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM ARCHERY GAMES FOR KIDS Ages 9 to 15 will play games to build archery skills in a fun and exciting way. Participants must have already taken one of our Intro to Archery programs. All equipment and hands-on instruction provided. Must be 50 inches or taller. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS 7/9: 330-865-8065. LP/Tinkers Creek Monday, July 22, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM CREATIVE CANVAS Everything is a canvas! Join our interpretive artist to create amazing works of art using nature as our inspiration and re-purposed materials as our medium. The only requirements are a sense of humor and a great attitude. Cost: $10/person. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND BEGINS ONLINE 7/11: Register here. LP/Nature Center   Thursday, July 25, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM SNAKES FOR KIDS Kids and their adult companions discover the scaly friends that call our Metro Parks home. Join us for a short walk and snake-related activities. LP/Twinsburg Ledges   Thursday, July 25, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM DROP-IN NATURE CRAFT All ages join us for nature-crafting fun. A new craft will be presented each program this summer. Please dress for a mess. Meet in Black Bear shelter. LP/Nature Center   Sunday, July 28, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM NATURE FOR FAMILIES: FIREFLIES Join this hands-on nature exploration series for the whole family. This month we’ll explore the world of fireflies. We will be outside for the entire program. LP/Nature Center   Wednesday, July 31, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM COYOTE CALLING CAMPFIRE Join a naturalist to learn the natural and cultural history behind some of the park district’s most elusive and misunderstood residents: coyotes. We will roast marshmallows (while supplies last) and play coyote calls, hoping that some might call back. LP/Twinsburg Ledges