Timbertots: Spring Things (Ages 3-5 w/adult) –Monday, April 15th from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Big Creek Park, Meyer Center
See description for April 14th. Registration required. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Snipe Hunt & Woodcock Watch –Thursday, April 18th from 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Frohring Meadows
Ever been on a snipe hunt? No joke, this is the real deal. Witness the aerial courtship displays of Wilson’s Snipe and American Woodcock, two memorable rites of spring. Nature’s Not to Be Missed.
Nature Explorers: Wonderful World of Wildflowers (Ages 6-7 & 8-11) –Friday, April 19th from 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at Big Creek Park, Deep Woods
Nature Explorers, venture into the forest to discover the wonderful world of wildflowers! Drop-off program. Outdoors, so dress appropriately. Registration required.
The Full Frog Moon –Friday, April 19th from 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at Observatory Park
Come learn what makes a full moon, meet a few frogs, and observe the rising “Frog Moon” using the park telescopes! Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Nature Trek Fitness Hike –Saturday, April 20th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at The West Woods
Let’s move it, people! Burn off those calories on this fitness hike along the trails of The West Woods and learn some cool Nature facts along the way! Participants should have the ability to hike at least 3 miles over hilly terrain. Held rain or shine, so dress accordingly and bring water.
Advanced Nature Craft: Build A Box Turtle –Saturday, April 20th from 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. at The West Woods, Nature Center
Meet Mikey the Box Turtle and learn some amazing facts about him with a brief presentation. Then cut, fold and glue your very own paper craft turtle. This high-level craft creates a 3D life-sized turtle for you to enjoy. Registration required. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Nassau Astronomy Night with CVAS –Saturday, April 20th from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at Observatory Park, Nassau Astronomical Station Astronomy
Join members of the Chagrin Valley Astronomical Society to take in the wonders of the night sky using our newly restored telescope! Stop in to discover this amazing facility and all it has to offer. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Annual Spring Bird Walk Series –Sunday, April 21st from 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at Frohring Meadows
See description for April 14th. Nature’s Not to Be Missed. Partially wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Geauga Walkers –Tuesday, April 23rd from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Sunnybrook Preserve
Hikes for active seniors 1 to 1½ miles long. Naturalist led. Call Geauga Senior Center for full schedule: 440-279-2126.
Elderberries: April Foolery –Thursday, April 25th from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Claridon Woodlands, Judge Lester Taylor Lodge
Take in a short, easy walk with puns and fun as wild plants and animals are represented by objects, making for an entertaining guessing game, followed by a Tai Chi session led by UH Geauga. Light lunch served. A collaboration with the Geauga Department on Aging and University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center. Registration required. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Maple Town Tune Traders –Thursday, April 25th from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at The West Woods, Nature Center
Come to play, sing or simply enjoy as audience. Musicians present short performances followed by sharing of songs and tunes in the round. All musical genres, instruments and musicianship levels welcome. Snacks to share welcome. For more information, call 440-279-0883. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Astrotots: Moon Mysteries (Ages 3-5 w/adult) –Friday, April 26th from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 27th from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at Observatory Park
Come explore weird wonders of our moon: how it got there, what’s it doing, what’s it made of and more! Don’t miss out on the far-out facts, loony legends, a crater craft and moon tunes! Registration required. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Meet the Artists: Tri-County Artists –Friday, April 26th from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at The West Woods, Nature Center
Meet the Tri-County Artists, with members from Geauga, Cuyahoga and Lake counties, and view their diverse collection of Nature-inspired artwork. Refreshments served. Show runs through July 23rd. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Earth Day Extravaganza –Saturday, April 27th from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at The West Woods
Celebrate Earth Day with live animals and amphibian/reptile displays, bird banding, wildlife presentations, a wild edible cooking demonstration, a garlic mustard challenge with prizes, a food truck, artwork created from recycled materials by local artisans on display/for sale, a Nature craft for kids and more! Featured will be bat expert Maria Monarchinodiscussing the ecological importance of Red Bats. See website for schedule of events. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Annual Spring Bird Walk Series –Sunday, April 28th from 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at The Rookery
See description for April 14th. Nature’s Not to Be Missed.
Hidden Gems Hike: Explore Holbrook Hollows –Sunday, April 28th from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Holbrook Hollows
Join a naturalist exploring the trails of this new park, discovering Nature in the springtime landscape of forest and meadow. Dress for the weather and expect hilly terrain. Registration required.
The Sky Tonight Planetarium Show – Sunday, April 28th from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Observatory Park, Robert McCullough Science Center
Join us for a planetarium presentation about what to watch for in the night sky this week. Building open house 1-4 PM. Weather permitting, also view the sun using our safe solar-viewing equipment. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.
