Whether replacing a tree lost to pest or storm damage or adding new species for beauty and diversity, the simple act of planting trees reduces storm-water runoff while improving water quality, soil health, and property value. Bring these benefits to your backyard by placing your order for the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District’s 2019 … Read more
You can help Cleveland and Lorain County kids have a great outdoor experience this summer by donating camping supplies or helping volunteers assemble camp kits at an event hosted by Footpath Foundation on Sunday, May 5th at Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village. Donations of camping supplies will be accepted … Read more
It’s almost time for the return of spring warblers, birds that are among the most lovely to see and hear! Make a plan to visit The West Woods Nature Center for a Warbler Warm-up on Sunday, April 14th from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., as noted local birders Matt Valencic and Kelly Kozlowski share techniques for identifying … Read more
Time to get outdoors and welcome our migrants back home! Want to get in on the enjoyment, excitement, fascination and joyful outdoor recreation that birdwatching has to offer? It’s among one of the most popular pastimes in America, and Geauga Park District is eager to help you get you involved. Continuing a Greater Cleveland tradition … Read more
Meet Mikey the Box Turtle, a beloved resident of The West Woods Nature Center, then cut, fold and glue your very own paper turtle during a new kind of Geauga Park District program! Registration is required for Advanced Nature Craft: Build a Box Turtle on Saturday, April 20th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The West … Read more
Exercise is the point of this Nature hike! Still feeling a little sluggish from the winter, or kind of cabin feverish? Burn off those winter calories on a fitness hike with Outdoor Recreation Specialist Trevor Wearstler along the beautiful and very popular trails of The West Woods, learning some cool facts about Geauga County Nature … Read more
Learn about the amazing aquatic abilities, ecology, lore and conservation issues of the Common Loon during a fascinating naturalist-led program, then head outdoors to view real migratory loons using your own binoculars or a Geauga Park District-owned spotting scope. Loonacy: Loons in Life, Legend & Local Water is scheduled for Sunday, April 14th from 1:00 p.m. … Read more
Geauga Park District is excited to announce the stocking of four waterways at the following four county parks this spring: Claridon Woodlands’ Lower Pond (100 8-10” Largemouth Bass & 50 6-8” Hybrid Bluegill) Walter C. Best Wildlife Preserve (50 8-10” Largemouth Bass & 100 6-8” Hybrid Bluegill) Wild Goose Pond in Big Creek Park (100 8-10” Largemouth Bass … Read more
GGP Board Chair John Epprecht announced today that Kimm Leininger will succeed Tracy Jemison as President of Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) on July 1, 2019. In November Jemison announced to the GGP Board of Directors his intention to retire. John Epprecht said, “Kimm brings the leadership, knowledge and vision to lead this organization into the … Read more
Blackbrook Audubon Society will begin their annual Spring Bird Walks at 7:30 a.m. April 14th at Headlands Beach State Park. Birders of all skill levels are welcome to attend this series of six walks Sundays through May 19th. Participants can park in the lot at 9600 Headlands Road. This Mentor Marsh parking lot is on … Read more