Find your adventure in Geauga Park District this fall – from horse-drawn wagon rides and van trips to “ho ho ho hiking” and ways to help winter wildlife!
Here are our offerings for November, 2018. You may also view these programs and events published on our new website, Geauga Park District, and in our quarterly Park Explorer newsletter, which is mailed to every Geauga County household and available from all in-county libraries.
- Astrotots: Super Sun (Ages 3-5 w/adult) – Friday, November 2nd from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Observatory Park
Experience the incredible super powers of the sun! Gaze at the sun via the park solar scope (weather permitting) and meet the sun’s universal siblings in the planetarium. Songs, craft, experiments and fun! Program is for the stated age group; older and younger siblings will not be considered participants. Wheelchair/stroller accessible. Registration required.
- Crane Rangers Van Trip – Saturday, November 3rd from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at Burton Wetlands Nature Preserve, Parking Lot
Take a van trip to discover Geauga’s Sandhill Cranes as they gather before departing on their southward migration. We will make multiple stops and walk short distances to get the best viewing through spotting scopes. Registration required. Nature’s Not to Be Missed.
- Nature Explorers: Winter Survival (Ages 6-7 & 8-11) – Saturday, November 3rd from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at Headwaters Park, Boathouse
Nature Explorers, discover the multiple ways mammals, birds, insects, amphibians and other wildlife prepare to survive Geauga County winter. THIS IS A DROP-OFF PROGRAM. Outdoors, so dress for the weather. Registration required.
- Astrotots: Super Sun (Ages 3-5 w/adult) – Saturday, November 3rd from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Observatory Park
See description for November 2nd. Wheelchair/stroller accessible. Registration required.
- Helping Wildlife in Winter – Sunday, November 4th from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at The West Woods, Nature Center
With cold weather quickly approaching, join us to learn what we should and shouldn’t do to help our wildlife friends this winter. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
- Geauga Walkers – Tuesday, November 6th from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at The Maple Highlands Trail, Big Creek Spur, Ravenna Road
Join other active seniors on weekly hikes of 1-1 ½ miles long in Geauga County and the surrounding area. A naturalist leads hikes scheduled in Geauga Park District parks. Call Geauga Senior Center for full schedule, 440-279-2137. Held year round.
- Timbertots: Hibernation Celebration! (Ages 3-5 w/adult) – Friday, November 9th, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at The Rookery, Great Blue Heron Lodge
Discover fun first facts about hibernation. Bring a teddy bear and small blanket and teach your fuzzy friend how to sleep through winter’s chill. Indoors and outdoors. Program is for the stated age group; older and younger siblings will not be considered participants. Registration required.
- Make a Particle Detector – Friday, November 9th at 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Observatory Park
Learn how to make and use a detector that lets you see traces of subatomic particles from outer space! If weather permits, this program will be followed by night sky viewing using the park telescopes until 11:00 p.m. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
- Hidden Gems Hike: Exploring the Deep Woods! – Saturday, November 10th from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at Big Creek Park, Deep Woods Shelter
Explore the deep woods on a naturalist-led hike along the beautiful Hemlock and Deep Woods Trails of Big Creek Park. Hike will be approximately 2 miles over hilly terrain. Wear sturdy foot gear and bring water.
- Holly Days Artisan Boutique & Mistletoe Market – Saturday, November 10th from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at The West Woods, Nature Center
Browse a premier selection of Nature-themed holiday decor and gifts for sale by regional artisans – the perfect opportunity to find unique, handmade items for everyone on your list! The Mistletoe Market will also have handmade gifts created by youth artisans. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
- Timbertots: Hibernation Celebration! (Ages 3-5 w/adult) – Saturday, November 10th from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at The Rookery, Great Blue Heron Lodge
See description for November 9th. Registration required.
- Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Update – Saturday, November 10th from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Big Creek Park, Meyer Center
Join Natural Resource Management and learn about the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid. This non-native insect is now in Geauga County and can kill Eastern Hemlock trees in your yard and woodland. Learn why it’s a concern, what you can do to help, and what your Park District is doing to manage it on park property. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
- Nassau Night Sky Viewing – Saturday, November 10th from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at Observatory Park, Nassau Astronomical Station
Observe the wonders of the night sky using this facility’s giant research-grade telescope! If weather prevents sky viewing, join us for a planetarium presentation in the McCullough Science Center instead. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
- Winging It: Waterfowl on the Move – Sunday, November 11th, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at LaDue Reservoir, Boathouse Parking Lot
Meet up at the parking area on Valley Road to bird LaDue Reservoir for loons, waterfowl and Bald Eagles during prime migration time. Spotting scopes provided. Van seats available first come, first served. Caravan behind if van fills. Nature’s Not to Be Missed.
- The Sky Tonight Planetarium Show – Sunday, November 11th from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Observatory Park
Join us for a planetarium presentation about what to watch for in the night sky this week. Building open house 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Weather permitting, also view the sun using our safe solar-viewing equipment. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
- Elderberries: Land of Lakes & Ledges – Thursday, November 15th from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at The West Woods, Nature Center
Seniors, attend an illustrated program using vintage postcards, photographs and even a few silent movie clips as we follow the adventures of a Cleveland family vacationing in Geauga in the 1910s, prior to the establishment of park systems. Traveling by auto and interurban rail, the itinerary includes Little Mountain, Chardon, Bass Lake, Burton and the Chesterland Caves. Refreshments provided. A collaboration with the Geauga Department on Aging and University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center. Wheelchair/stroller accessible. Registration required.
- Maple Town Tune Traders – Thursday, November 15th from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at The West Woods, Nature Center
Singers and musicians present short performances followed by a jam session. All musical genres, instruments and musicianship levels welcome. Come to play, sing or simply enjoy as audience. Snacks to share welcome. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
