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® JANUARY Program Guide 2020 Ice Fishing Park lakes stocked with trout Reconnect Cleveland Connector trails provide key links Winter Recreation Outdoor family fun Tobogganing at The Chalet in Mill Stream Run Reservation
A LETTER FROM BRIAN ZIMMERMAN
A Decade in Review
On behalf of Cleveland Metroparks, I want to wish everyone a
Happy New Year! While we are always looking ahead for ways to
improve our parks, the New Year is also a special time to look back
in reflection. It’s a time to set goals, big or small and prepare for
the year ahead.
2020 marks our 103rd year as a Park District. In addition to all
of the exciting things we have to share with you, 2020 happens
to be a particularly special one for me as I celebrate ten years at
Cleveland Metroparks.
CONTENTS Since I moved here from Wisconsin to lead Cleveland Metroparks, I’ve taken great pride in
2 Letter from Brian being only the sixth director in the park system’s century-old history. Looking back a decade
ago, what drew me to Cleveland Metroparks was the mission-based culture and the diverse
3 Whooo is Nesting & and engaging community that I would have the pleasure to serve.
Wild Turkeys in Ohio
There have been several personal highlights over the past decade, beginning with the
4 Reconnect Cleveland transformation of the lakefront, continuing with the year-long centennial celebration and
with Trails observing the many awe-inspiring natural phenomena that have occurred such as the bald
6 Winter Trout Fishing eagle’s return to the area — a true sign of environmental improvement.
7 Naturalist’s Almanac Since 2010, we’ve added more than 2,400 acres that include natural forests as well as
& The Gift of Nature rivers and streams for permanent protection. We’ve planted more than 30,000 trees and
returned lands permanently to a natural state. We’ve built new trails like the Valley Parkway
8 Zoo News Connector Trail that connects our Emerald Necklace and more intimate, natural-surface
9 Nature Shop trails that will spark excitement and exploration for generations to come.
10 Winter Recreation Our innovative teams have built new mission-based infrastructure — from state-of-the-art
animal habitats like Rosebrough Tiger Passage and Asian Highlands to important education-
11 Tobogganing based spaces and initiatives, such as the nature-based preschool at Rocky River Reservation
12 Venues for All Occasions and the water education programs at the Watershed Stewardship Center. We constructed
13 Programs by Location new lakefront amenities with the Beach House at Edgewater Park and the pier at Euclid
Beach. We revitalized golf courses across Northeast Ohio for generations to enjoy and were
14 Programs by Date recognized as a four-time winner of the best park in the nation.
21 Look Ahead While each step has been both personally and professionally rewarding, our tremendously
22 Outdoor Recreation talented and visionary staff make me excited about what is yet to come for the park district.
I can assure you that the evolution of Cleveland Metroparks – 103 years in the making – will
24 Map & Directory continue to be largely influenced by our park guests. The stories and experiences you have
shared with me over the years are what has resonated the most.
We are well positioned heading into 2020 to make significant progress on several
historic projects. Our team is hard at work on the TIGER Trails that will help connect and
revitalize Cleveland’s urban core. This spring we look forward to unveiling a new habitat
expansion for our critically endangered Eastern black rhino and we will open a new picnic
shelter in Garfield Park Reservation. We look forward to hosting some of the region’s largest
public events and building on a successful 2019. I look forward seeing you out in the parks
this year.
Happy New Year!
Brian Zimmerman
Cleveland Metroparks CEO
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FEATURE ARTICLE
is nesting in the winter
Wild Turkeys in Ohio
© Harry Collins/Adobe Stock
Wild turkeys did not exist in Cleveland
Metroparks when established in 1917.
They were common in Ohio until the mid-
1800s, existing in mature forest. The loss of
W
over 80% of Ohio’s forest, and unregulated
hen most people think of harvest of this once abundant food source,
winter, they think of stillness. led to the disappearance of the wild turkey
However, winter is a time of in Ohio by 1904.
excitement and activity, particularly for
Today we are fortunate to once again
our resident owls. During the coldest
have the opportunity to see a wild turkey
months of the year, owls are finding
hen with poults (young) in the summer,
nesting sites and mates to start the next
or a strutting male in spring. Programs
generation.
reintroduced wild turkeys in many states
Great horned owl nesting in the 1950s, and Ohio began trapping and
transplanting turkeys in the 1960s. Wild
One of the most common owls found
turkeys were reintroduced in the forests
in Cleveland Metroparks is the great
of Hinckley Reservation in 1988. Now
horned owl. This amazing predator has
they exist in all Ohio counties and all our
adapted to not only hunt at night, but
reservations.
© Delmas Lehman/Adobe Stock
to nest and rear young in the dead of
winter. These owls start nesting as early As a historic forest species, it may be
as January due to the length of time surprising to see how well they are
it takes to care for their young. Since doing in developed areas. Wild turkeys
they are the largest species of nesting are an omnivorous, generalist, and have
owl found in Ohio, it takes a significant expanded into urban and agricultural
amount of time to raise the owlets. areas. Like deer, they have been successful
Extremely diverse diet adapting to abundant backyard food
Like other owls, great horned owls During this three-and-a-half-month sources. This combined with little hunting,
don’t make their own nests, preferring period of raising young, the parents and few predators, has led to wild turkeys
instead to use those already made by share the care of their young, taking thriving in areas we never expected.
hawks. Females lay up to four eggs, turns watching the owlets and going It’s important to understand our
which they lay on for five weeks. This off to hunt. Great horned owls have relationship with wildlife. Our failures,
is a much longer incubation compared the most diverse diet of all North successes and conflicts with wildlife are
to smaller bird species. After hatching, American raptors. Their prey range in the direct result of what humans do and
the owlets will not leave the nest for size from tiny rodents to skunks, geese, how wildlife respond. So, if you see a wild
another seven weeks. Even after they and other raptors. By the time summer turkey in your neighborhood, or on your
begin to venture out of the nest onto arrives, the owlets will have had a good street, consider that they could be extinct
nearby tree limbs, they are still not head start and will be ready to hunt on like the passenger pigeon and appreciate
prepared to hunt by themselves and their own. how they have adjusted to our human
continue to squawk for food from their
Natalie Schroder changed landscape.
parents for another few weeks.
Naturalist, North Chagrin Nature Center Jonathon Cepek
Cleveland Metroparks Wildlife Ecologist
clevelandmetroparks.com 3
WHAT’S AHEAD
Work Underway to Reconnect
Cleveland with Trails
C TIGER Grant Funding Canal Basin Park Connector
leveland Metroparks has begun
work on the final phases of the Since first applying for the federal Construction of the Canal Basin Park
Re-Connecting Cleveland trail Transportation Investment Generating Connector and the Cleveland Lakefront
project that includes five new intercon- Economic Recovery (TIGER) funding Bikeway Connector trails was completed
nected trails, including a new pedestrian in the spring of 2016, Cleveland in the summer of 2019. The Canal Basin
bridge, in Cleveland’s urban core. Metroparks and partners have been Park Connector connects the Cleveland
Collectively, the five projects will connect hard at work on planning, design Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail to
eight Cleveland neighborhoods with and construction the Canal Basin Canal Basin Park with a combination of
four miles of trail linking more than Park Connector, Cleveland Lakefront a protected all-purpose trail, sidewalk
66,000 Cleveland residents to centers of Bikeway Connector, Red Line Greenway, improvements and bike lanes on Center
employment, schools, shopping districts, Whiskey Island Connector, and the Street in the Flats. The constructed
and parks and recreation facilities. By Wendy Park Bridge. The five projects connection will serve as a route around
2021, the trails will also interconnect together received $7.95 million Irishtown Bend on the west site of the
greenspace to the soon-to-be complete in funding from the federal TIGER Flats until such time as a trail network is
Towpath Trail and the Cleveland discretionary grant program. The constructed on the challenged hillside
Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail. grant application was submitted in below West 25th Street.
partnership with the Trust for Public
By filling critical gaps in the active The Cleveland Lakefront Bikeway
Land and L.A.N.D. studio, Inc. In
transportation network in the city of Connector connects the Cleveland
addition to the awarded TIGER funds,
Cleveland, the Re-Connecting Cleveland Lakefront Bikeway at West 25th Street
an additional $8.5 million of funds
project is an opportunity to overcome and Detroit Avenue to the Cleveland
have been committed and secured for
transportation barriers that have severely Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail
the projects from governmental and
impacted mobility and economic along Main Avenue just under the Main
philanthropic programs and partners.
opportunities in the region. Avenue Bridge.
Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Canal Basin Park Connector – looking east Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link
Trail – looking north from Winslow Avenue. from Detroit Avenue. Trail – looking south from Hemlock Avenue.
4 Emerald Necklace January 2020
1.2 miles of all-purpose trail providing
great views of the active Port of
Cleveland’s Bulk Terminal. This past fall,
the Board also awarded a contract for
the construction of the Wendy Park
Bridge. The bridge will link Wendy Park
on Whiskey Island via the Whiskey Island
Connector Trail to the West Bank of the
Flats over the Norfolk Railroad tracks.
The bridge will connect to the existing
sidewalk of the Willow Street lift bridge
Wendy Park and Whiskey Island Marina. which crosses the old channel of the
Cuyahoga River.
As part of the project, the Board of Centennial Lake Link Trail and Towpath
Park Commissioners approved a $6 Trail on the south end of Irishtown Bend. 2021 Completion for Trails
million contract this past August for The trail will be accessible from several Early 2021 will be a momentous time for
construction of the Red Line Greenway, intermediate locations including W. 44th trails in the city of Cleveland. All five trail
a 10-foot wide all-purpose trail. The St., W. 41st St., W. 25th St., and Columbus projects as well as the final segments of
trail will parallel the Greater Cleveland Rd. near Abbey Ave. the 100+ mile Towpath Trail will open
Regional Transit Authority’s Red Line for use. These significant additions to
from Michael Zone Recreation Center at Whiskey Island Connector Trail the trail network will allow for increased
W. 53rd street approximately two miles In September of 2019 the Board active transportation options for a
east to the intersection of Columbus awarded the Whiskey Island Connector large section of the city’s residents and
and Franklin Roads where the trail will Trail that will link Edgewater Park to will likewise serve an increasing local
connect with the Cleveland Foundation Wendy Park on Whiskey Island with recreational and tourist base.
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FEATURE ARTICLE
in Cleveland Metroparks
T
here are excellent opportunities Shorter ice fishing rods about 2 feet windy conditions. The heater can also
throughout the winter to catch long and light spinning reels are most serve double-duty to cook hot dogs or
rainbow trout as lakes freeze popular. Anglers can also use gear they warm up soup or coffee. On our small
over. It requires minimal investment in already own such as a standard-sized lakes, an ice shanty is more of a luxury
specialized ice fishing gear. Note that light to medium spinning rod or even a than a necessity if the angler dresses
most conservation agencies recommend children’s spin casting rod and reel. Trout in appropriate, layered clothing. A
a minimum of 4 inches of clear, solid ice will bite a variety of offerings through makeshift plastic sled and a five gallon
before walking out on a frozen lake. The the ice, with baits like a small jigs tipped bucket suffice to carry one’s gear and
next challenge is getting to the fish. If the with waxworm or maggots, a dime-sized act as seating, although specialized ice
ice is on the thinner end of the safe range ball of colorful, Power Bait dough or a fishing sleds with rod holders and tackle
then a spud bar or even a hatchet can live minnow also work well. For a more organizers are a common sight among
be used to make a hole (no greater than active approach, anglers jig small (1.5-3 winter trout anglers.
8 inches diameter) to get to the water. inches) flashy spoon lures up and down
The farm-raised trout we stock are
If the ice is over 6 inches thick then a to mimic a small baitfish. Trout can be
locally grown in Sandusky and are
specialized ice auger is recommended. anywhere from just under the ice to the
excellent table fare when baked, grilled,
lake bottom, so starting out suspended
Two Tons of Trout-Stocked Lakes smoked, fried or incorporated into
around mid-depth and working up or
fish patty or dip recipes. For anglers
Dependent on weather, Cleveland down from there until you find fish is a
interested in giving winter trout
Metroparks stocks two tons of rainbow good strategy. Fishing one rod with bait
fishing a try, Cleveland Metroparks
trout for winter fishing (approximately and a second as a jigging rod is a great
updates a fishing blog every Thursday
mid-December and again in early way to figure out what the fish prefer on
all winter with the latest available
February). Wallace Lake in Berea receives a given day. In addition to trout, anglers
fishing information. Check out
almost half of these trout, with the can catch bluegill, largemouth bass and
clevelandmetroparks.com for more
remainder distributed between Shadow, crappie when ice fishing in Metroparks
information and consider joining me on
Ledge, Judge’s and Ranger Lakes. lakes and ponds.
the ice this winter!
Typically a few dozen trophy-sized trout
from 3-5 pounds are mixed with the one- Portable Shanties Dot the Lakes Mike Durkalec
Cleveland Metroparks Aquatic Biologist
pound trout that make up the bulk of the Our frozen lakes can be punctuated
stocked fish. Additionally, a few brown, with colorful, portable ice shanties
brook and/or golden rainbow trout are (tent-like structures). With a small For current information on fishing
also included to add some exciting fish propane heater inside, an angler can be in the Cleveland Metroparks, visit
diversity. very comfortable even under cold and clevelandmetroparks.com/fishingblog
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NATURALIST’S ALMANAC
Winter
January…With snow squeaking February is the midpoint of winter March heralds the beginning of spring
under our feet, January is best taken where daylight lingers noticeably with increasingly warmer days, signaling
on the trail with a good pair of boots, longer and the first hints that spring birds to stir and become more active. From
snowshoes, or a set of cross country skis. isn’t far away are now seen. The year’s the high bluffs and shores of Huntington
Animals have now endured the longest animal activity starts slowly; each and Lakefront Reservations, one can
nights of the year as the sun is now be- week more and more players are on witness fantastic numbers and diversity
ginning its annual transect north. Crisp nature’s stage. Skunk cabbage can be of diving ducks, grebes and loons as they
cold is no match for wintering finches, found in many wetlands throughout prepare to push north towards nesting
owls, waterfowl, and songbirds. Flocks Cleveland Metroparks, and when grounds. Late in the month, the first
of American robins and cedar waxwings bruised or broken the distinct odor of spring migrants, including hardy Eastern
brighten gray skies as they descend a skunk can be smelled. Remarkably, phoebes, fox sparrows, and yellow-bellied
upon fruiting trees and shrubs, gobbling the plant can create its own heat from sapsuckers, begin to appear in greater
up calories for long, cold nights. Great rapid respiration in their starchy root; numbers. March brings one of the most
horned owls are very active in January, often melting a thin layer of snow or awe-inspiring events in the forests of
searching for a mate, building a nest, or ice around the plant. Maple sugaring Cleveland Metroparks. Countless wood
incubating eggs. Listen for their deep, season begins when temperatures frogs, spotted and Jefferson salamanders
booming calls at night. warm above freezing during the day, and spring peepers are on the move
yet remain below freezing at night. migrating to vernal pools. Males are first to
This alternating rising and falling arrive staking territories and advertising for
temperature keeps the sweet sap the soon arriving females. The chorus peaks
flowing until buds on the trees begin with thousands of male frogs singing as
to open. February is the traditional competition is fierce for the opportunity to
end of hibernation for mammals. The breed. Within a few short days this annual
groundhog is expected to emerge from event is over and the adults migrate back
its winter burrow and proclaim the end to the forest leaving their eggs to develop
of winter….or not. into another generation of amphibians all
before the heart of summer will dry out
these temporary pools.
This season celebrate what Cleveland Metroparks means to you
What does Cleveland Metroparks TRAILS FUND: If your favorite moments 100% of your donation will go to supporting
mean to you? Hiking your favorite are spent exploring our trails, consider a the program you select; donations are not
trail? Unforgettable family picnics? gift that supports trail projects designed to used for any overhead or administrative costs.
Fishing, kayaking or special sunsets inspire and connect visitors for generations
shared with friends? No matter to come. Your gift will help expand and Support Cleveland Metroparks
how you enjoy it, your personal improve connections from our parks to Trails Fund today
experiences are what make it your neighborhoods and regional recreation
Cleveland Metroparks. and transportation networks throughout Online: clevelandmetroparks.com/donate
Northeast Ohio. By phone: Call Sarah Wilson at 216-635-3261
Celebrate all the ways you enjoy
By mail: Send your check made payable to
it by making a tax-deductible CONSERVATION FUND: Are you passionate
Cleveland Metroparks to:
gift designated in support of the about the preservation of our local forests,
Cleveland Metroparks Development Dept.
purpose that speaks to you. Make wetlands, rivers and streams? Consider a
4101 Fulton Parkway, Cleveland, OH 44144
an impact by choosing from the gift that will support parkwide conservation
Trails or Conservation Funds or visit projects like forest plantings, fisheries To learn more about including the Trails Fund
clevelandmetroparks.com/donate habitat enhancements, wildlife research in your will or estate plan, please contact
for even more ways to give! and the protection of important natural Karen Kannenberg, director of principal giving,
resources. at 216-635-3217.
clevelandmetroparks.com 7
ZOO NEWS
Experience
the Winter
Season
at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
A
s one of Northeast Ohio’s most and snow leopards. Asian Highlands While Wolf Lodge offers a warm indoor
popular year-round attractions, also features an education plaza that escape, it’s not the only area of the
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo offers highlights the conservation issues these Zoo where guests can warm up. In the
different and compelling experiences species face. center of African Elephant Crossing is
for each season and wintertime is no the Elephant Care & Visitor Center to see
exception. Whether you’re visiting for New Animals at Wilderness Trek the Zoo’s herd of African elephants.
a unique holiday event or after a light Wilderness Trek features many other
The Zoo’s complimentary, heated
snowfall, the colder Ohio months bring cold-climate animals such as reindeer,
shuttle bus offers rides up to the
a special beauty and charm to the Zoo’s sea lions, a harbor seal and bears.
Primate, Cat & Aquatics Building. The
scenic destinations. Recently, Wilderness Trek became even
indoor habitats feature wide variety of
more of a must-see destination at the
That has never rung more true than this animals from South America, Africa and
Zoo with the arrival of several new
holiday season as Cleveland Metroparks Asia and is home to the Zoo’s western
animals including an Amur tiger and two
Zoo completely transformed into a winter lowland gorilla troop including the male
Mexican grey wolves.
wonderland with Wild Winter Lights silverback gorilla, Mokolo.
presented by NOPEC. With more than one Zoya is a four-year-old female Amur tiger
million lights, interactive zones and unique that arrived at Cleveland Metroparks View the Zoo’s Medical Center
twists on holiday traditions, thousands of Zoo this past October. Guests can visit The Sarah Allison Steffee Center for
guests have been able to experience the Zoya at the Zoo’s Rosebrough Tiger Zoological Medicine is another indoor
Zoo in a new way this winter. Passage which offers her four dynamic space where guests learn about animal
and interconnected habitats featuring care, experience a day in the life of a
With larger-than-life holiday displays, a streams, overhead pathways and zookeeper or veterinarian and possibly
musical light show on Waterfowl Lake climbing poles. While tigers enjoy the even see a live veterinary procedure
and interactive games, there is an cold weather and snow, heated rocks in through the operating room viewing
adventure for everyone. Wild Winter the habitat offer warmth on the coldest windows. The center is the headquarters
Lights concludes on Sunday, January 5. days. for the important animal care of all of
Beyond unique special events like Wild the Zoo’s animals.
Two female Mexican grey wolves,
Winter Lights, the winter season offers littermates born in 2018, also came to Of course, no winter visit would be
many compelling reasons to visit. At Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in October. complete without a tropical visit to The
Asian Highlands, like many other areas The two females – Meraki and Sarra – RainForest, where it’s always 80 degrees.
in Wilderness Trek, winter can be one of joined the pack of three existing male The RainForest showcases more than
the best times to visit. The cold-tolerant wolves. 10,000 plants and 600 animals in a
animals have unique adaptations to the unique, two-acre, two-story exhibit
winter months such as the Amur leopard’s Mexican grey wolves, also known as
that gives visitors an extraordinary look
long legs that help with trudging through “lobos,” are the smallest of all grey wolf
at tropical species from threatened
deep snow and the snow leopard’s large species in North America and are listed
habitats including Bornean orangutans,
paws that act as snow shoes. as endangered. Guests can visit the
ocelots, free-flying birds, Asian small-
pack of Mexican grey wolves at Wolf
Asian Highlands Winter Habitat clawed otters, bats, sloths and a host of
Lodge in Wilderness Trek. The rustic
reptiles and amphibians.
Since opening in 2018, Asian Highlands lodge is reminiscent of a nineteenth-
has been a fan favorite with takin, red century trapper’s cabin featuring a stone Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is open 363
panda and two of the most threatened cat fireplace that offers a perfect place to days a year from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
species in the world – the Amur leopard warm up during cold winter days. For more information visit
FutureForWildlife.org.
8 Emerald Necklace January 2020Winter Wonderland Specials! Locations/Hours
Hinckley Lake
Boathouse & Store
COUPON COUPON COUPON 1 West Drive
JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH Hinckley Township
330-278-2160
DEAL OF THE DEAL OF THE DEAL OF THE Monday – Saturday:
MONTH MONTH MONTH 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday:
Noon – 5 p.m.
North Chagrin
Nature Center
Mayfield Village
440-449-0511
Monday – Saturday:
10 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
20% off FREE 20% off Sunday:
Noon – 4:45 p.m.
All winter accessories
Centennial Book Cleveland Metroparks
Rocky River
with the purchase of $65 or more
Items vary by location $49.95 Value Comic Book Nature Center
Offer valid 1/2/2020 – 1/31/2020 Offer valid 2/1/2020 – 2/29/2020 Offer valid 3/1/2020 – 3/31/2020 North Olmsted
while supplies last. while supplies last. while supplies last. 440-734-7576
With this coupon at any Cleveland With this coupon at any Cleveland Metroparks With this coupon at any Cleveland Metroparks
Metroparks Nature Shops. Must present Nature Shops. Must present coupon at time of Nature Shops. Must present coupon at time of
Monday – Saturday:
coupon at time of purchase. Excludes purchase. Excludes previous sales. purchase. Excludes previous sales. 10 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
previous sales.
Sunday:
Noon – 4:45 p.m.
Watershed
Stewardship Center
Experience Pollinator Power Parma
440-253-2170
Find out about pollinators’ powerful role in our lives. Learn about Tuesday – Saturday:
bees and mosquitoes at this free, interactive exhibit now at 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hinckley Lake Boathouse and Store through January 26. Sunday:
Visit clevelandmetroparks.com for details. Noon – 4 p.m.
Interactive exhibit demonstrates the
important role that pollinators play in
our lives.
clevelandmetroparks.com 9Winter Fun at
Cleveland Metroparks
Snowshoe rentals‡
ROCKY RIVER RESERVATION
Big Met Golf Course • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Last rental 4 p.m. • 440-331-1070
NORTH CHAGRIN RESERVATION
North Chagrin Nature Center
9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. • 440-473-3370
HINCKLEY RESERVATION
Hinckley Lake Boathouse and Store
Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday Noon – 4:30 p.m. • 330-278-2160
Prices vary by location, call for details.
Winter Recreation Adventures Cross-country ski rentals‡
ROCKY RIVER RESERVATION
I
Big Met Golf Course • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
t’s snowing! Experience a winter or unplowed APT trails especially those Last rental 4 p.m. • 440-331-1070
wonderland immersed in nature at an near North Chagrin Nature Center and Weekday Rates
array of snow-based programs focusing Hinckley Lake Boathouse and Store Adults – $10 first hour – $5 each additional hour
on the idea of “Try-It, Learn-It, Experi- where snowshoe rentals are available. Juniors (12 & Under) – $7 first hour – $3 each
ence-It, and Live-It!” Try snowshoeing or additional hour
Sledding hills across various Cleveland Weekend Rates
cross-country skiing in the heart of the
Metroparks reservations are a great Adults – $12 first hour – $5 each additional hour
snowbelt, and then learn additional classic
way to enjoy snow days. If you’re Juniors (12 & Under) – $8 first hour – $3 each
cross-country skiing techniques including additional hour
seeking an even greater thrill, The
strides and stopping in beautiful Bedford ‡ Hours of operation are weather dependent of
Chalet offers the tallest, fastest winter
Reservation. Experience winter with at least four inches of compacted snow.
thrill ride in Northeast Ohio. Visit
knowledgeable Outdoor Recreation staff
clevelandmetroparks.com/tchutes for
on a cross-country skiing trip to western
Pennsylvania to explore over 20 miles of
more information on group rates, private Sledding hills
rentals, and college I.D. nights on Fridays. BIG CREEK RESERVATION
groomed trails in breathtaking Art Roscoe
where skiing during the day and spending Whatever winter recreation adventure Engle Road Sledding Hill
Memphis Picnic Area
the night in rustic cabins is the theme. Go you choose, make sure you are prepared
vertical this winter as you experience a trip with the right clothing. Layers of non- BRECKSVILLE RESERVATION
to Michigan for an ice climbing adventure. cotton clothing ensure optimal warmth Sleepy Hollow Golf Course
Live an outdoor recreation lifestyle all and safety for your winter thrills. When EUCLID CREEK RESERVATION
winter long. Whether you have your own dressing for the cold, remember the three Kelley Picnic Area
equipment or decide to rent it at select W’s: wicking, warmth and weather. Start HINCKLEY RESERVATION
locations in the park, experience the sights with a wicking layer, add a warmth layer Sledding hill off State Road (night lighting)
and sounds of nature from animal tracks in and protect yourself from the elements MILL STREAM RUN RESERVATION
the snow to a sly fox trotting along. with the final waterproof layer, a pair of Pawpaw Picnic Area (night lighting)
gloves or mittens, a hat to cover your ears NORTH CHAGRIN RESERVATION
Cleveland Metroparks has six designated and waterproof boots. Sunglasses are Old River Farm Picnic Area (night lighting)
golf courses that are a thrilling place also necessary for protection from the ROCKY RIVER RESERVATION
to cross-country ski or snowshoe with bright winter sun. Sledding hill north of Barrett Road
friends when there is at least four inches
To register for both scheduled and Big Met, Little Met and Mastick Woods
of compacted snow on the ground. Golf Courses
In addition to the golf courses, enjoy impromptu winter programs, check
out “Winter Activities” online or SOUTH CHAGRIN RESERVATION
cross-country skiing and snowshoeing Sledding hill at corner of Sulphur Springs Drive
on snow-covered natural surface trails clevelandmetroparks.com/or. and Chagrin River Road
Sledding hill off Hawthorne Parkway
For cross-country skiing or snowshoeing programs, visit south of Solon Road
clevelandmetroparks.com/or
10 Emerald Necklace January 2020Tobogganing at The Chalet
Recreation Area
Tobogganing at The Chalet Toboggan hours:
Fridays: 6 – 10:30 p.m.
No Snow Required! Experience the icy thrill of tobogganing at The Chalet in Mill
Saturdays: Noon – 10:30 p.m.
Stream Run. The twin, 700-foot refrigerated ice chutes operate with or without
Sundays: Noon – 5 p.m.
snow through early March, weather permitting. Chutes open under 50°; snow not needed.
The Chalet toboggan chutes are located at Cleveland Metroparks Chalet
Recreation Area, 16200 Valley Parkway, in Mill Stream Run Reservation, between All riders must wear gloves or mittens.
routes 42 and 82 in Strongsville. All riders must be at least 42” tall to ride.
Children 14 years & younger must be
accompanied by an adult.
Toboggan Group Rates Private Rental at The Chalet
Toboggan group rates for 20 or more Toboggan Chutes are available Rates:
people are available. Groups must Book your company party, school trip, Adults – $12 all day ticket
be scheduled at least two weeks in church outing or club get-together at Children (11 & under) – $10 all day ticket
advance (restrictions apply for season The Chalet. The Chalet Recreation Area One-Ride ticket – $6
pass holders). can be rented for exclusive private use
during non-public hours – including
Special Holiday Hours:
Birthday Party Rentals* riding down the toboggan ice chutes. Wed., Jan. 1 – Sat., Jan. 4. . . . . Noon – 10:30 p.m.
Party rentals and food packages are Thursday nights now available for Monday, Jan. 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon – 5 p.m.
available during public tobogganing. private rentals. Monday, Feb. 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon – 5 p.m.
Tables will accommodate up to 20
guests. Food packages, a la carte Staffed Concession Stand and Student ID Nights
menu and birthday cakes are available Buffets for Private Rentals Fridays Nights (excludes Holiday Hours)
for purchase. Toboggan passes are All Students with a valid ID pay $9
Take the worry out of planning food
additional. Hurry while dates are still for your event. Would you like to have
available. Advance reservations are our concession stand open during
required. your event for purchases? Or, would
* MUST BE BOOKED AT LEAST TWO WEEKS you like for us to prepare a buffet for
IN ADVANCE. FOOD MUST BE PURCHASED your group? There are many options
FROM CONCESSION. to choose from. Advance reservations
are required. Call for details.
January Promo Schedule
• Friday, January 10. . . . . Dollar Day – $1 hot dogs & $1 sodas
• Friday, January 17. . . . . DJ & Dollar Day – $1 hot dogs & $1 sodas – Music by DJ Kris Koch
• Monday, January 20. . . Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Holiday Hours – Noon – 5 p.m.
• Sunday, January 26. . Family 4 Pack – $45 for 4 passes, 4 hot dogs & 4 sodas
February Promo Schedule:
• Friday, February 7. . . . . Dollar Day – $1 hot dogs & $1 sodas
• Friday, February 14. . . . DJ & Dollar Day – $1 hot dogs & $1 sodas – Music by DJ Kris Koch
• Monday, February 17. .Presidents Day – Holiday Hours – Noon – 5 p.m.
• Sunday, February 23. . Family 4 Pack – $45 for 4 passes, 4 hot dogs & 4 sodas
Ask about our Group Rates & Season Passes
Call 440-572-9990 for
more information or visit
clevelandmetroparks.com/tchutes
clevelandmetroparks.com 11A VENUE FOR EVERY OCCASION
Host your gathering at
Cleveland Metroparks!
Whether a birthday party, wedding, engagement
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information.
Newly remodeled Valley View Room at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course includes bar area.
Sleepy Hollow Golf Course in Brecksville
Valley View Room
The newly remodeled Valley View Room at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course is an
Stillwater Place features an exquisite ballroom with
ideal venue in a wonderful setting to host any special event. Enjoy abundant,
modern amenities.
natural light from the large picture windows surrounding the room. Additional
enhancements include a beautiful built-in bar, beverage station and upgraded
audio visual capabilities. With an adjoining private patio and a beautiful scenic
view, the Valley View Room is a perfect space to hold a variety of private and
corporate functions.
• Capacity: 130 guests seated, 800 guests for a standing reception
• Contact: Katie Vitrano for information, availability and catering menu
at 440-331-9037
Dine comfortably close to glass-enclosed exhibits at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Primate, Cat and Aquatics Building.
Treat your guests to something truly unique at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
Locations are available year round. Catering is provided by the Zoo’s exclusive
catering partner, Aramark. Professional event planning services are provided by
Cleveland Metroparks staff. Additional options may be available to include animal
encounters and Circle of Wildlife carousel rides.
Stillwater Place
• Capacity: 300 guests seated, 800 guests for a standing reception
The RainForest
• Capacity: 300 guests seated, 800 guests for a standing reception
On the banks of the Cuyahoga River, Merwin’s Wharf is a
perfect year-round location for events.
Primate, Cat and Aquatics Building
• Capacity: 225 guests seated, 325 guests for a standing reception
Merwin’s Wharf in Cleveland’s Flats
The RainForest offers
Lock 44 Room a year-round tropical
• Capacity: 45 guests maximum atmosphere.
• 2-hour minimum rental
• Full restaurant rentals available on Mondays and Tuesdays
Emerald Necklace Marina in Lakewood
Scenic Valley Room at the Emerald Necklace Marina is Scenic Valley Room
beautifully set by the Rocky River. Perfect for private • Capacity: 90 guests seated, 150 cocktail style
parties or corporate events.
• 2-hour minimum rental
12 Emerald Necklace January 2020JANUARY PROGRAMS BY LOCATION
Off Site (CWC) CanalWay Center (NCR) North Chagrin Reservation South Chagrin Reservation (cont’d)
2 • Urban Explorations: Cleveland’s 2 – 31 • Hunt of the Month 1 • First Day of 2020 Hike 16 • Nature Play and Learn
Arcades 4 • Lower 40 Loop Locomotion 4 • Emerald Necklace Art Club 17 • Phenology Friday Hike
6 • Urban Explorations: Cleveland’s 6 • Polliwog Preschool 11 • Try-It: Cross-Country Skiing 18 • Nature’s Palette: Stories About
Arcades 9 • Cleveland Astronomical Society 11 • Try-It: Snowshoeing Color
12 • Adaptive: Kayaking 1 11 • Era of Eagles 20 • Try-It: Cross-Country Skiing 18 • Nature Journaling
12 • Kayaking 1: Basic Strokes 11 • Towpath Trail Update 20 • Try-It: Snowshoeing 24 • Fireside Concert – Mark Dvorak
18 • For Adults Only: Meteorology III 11 • Tales Around the Emerald Necklace 25 • Winter Tree ID: 101 25 • Cocoa, Cookies, and a Canvas
26 • Kayaking 2: Rescues 15 • Young Explorers 26 • Winter Insect Hike 29 • Winter Wonders
29 • Youth Kayaking 16 • Fowl Facts 31 • Fireside Concert: No Strangers
30 • Fat Head’s Beer Dinner at 18 • Irishtown Bend (RRNC) Rocky River Nature Center Here
Merwin’s Wharf 19 • Painting in the Park 2 – 31 • Gallery Wall: Gabe Leidy
25 • Cleveland’s Public Square 3 • Friday Nights with Nature: Egypt (WSC) Watershed Stewardship
(AR) Acacia Reservation 4 • Winter Bird Watching Center
24 • New Moon Mile (CMZ) Cleveland Metroparks Zoo 4 • Animal Ambassadors Meet and 2 • Snow Crystal Exploration
8 • AIP Info Night Greet 3 • Build-a-Bird
(BeR) Bedford Reservation 12 • Zoo Career Day 5 • Winter Birdfeeding 4 • Embroidery on a Winter’s Day
2 • Way Up High 14 • Homeschool – Rainforest Habitats 7 • Western Cuyahoga Audubon 5 • Drop-by: Sustainable Resolutions
3 • Frozen Falls 17 • Tiger Tracks Overnight Society 9 • Monthly Movie: Happening
4 • New Year, New You: Winter 18 • Tiger Tracks Overnight 7 • Trout Unlimited: Microplastics in 11 • Under the Ice
Wellness Hike 24 • Tiger Tracks Overnight Local Waters 12 • Drop-by: Who’s Hibernating?
5 • Evergreens of Bedford 25 • Tiger Tracks Overnight 8 • Greater Cleveland Beekeepers 16 • For Adults Only: Meteorology I
8 • Cross-Country Skiing 1: Strides 31 • Tiger Tracks Overnight Association 17 • For Adults Only: Meteorology II
14 • Hiking for the Young at Heart 8 • Northern Ohio Association of 18 • Drop-by: Frozen Fractals
15 • Allegany State Park XC Ski (ECR) Euclid Creek Reservation Herpetologists 25 • Scouts BSA: Soil & Water
Pre-Trip 5 • Birds Along the Creek 9 • Little Explorers: Warm and Fuzzy Conservation I
22 • Winter Waterfall 10 • Nature Baby: Chickadees 26 • Scouts BSA: Soil & Water
23 • Outdoor Adventures for 10 • Friday Nights with Nature: Brazil Conservation II
(GPC) Garfield Park Center
Homeschoolers: Cross-Country 11 • Bird Walk 31 • Little Explorers: Snowman Social
3 • Movie Matinee – Legend of the 11 • Stitch the Stars
Skiing Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole
23 • Outdoor Adventures for 11 • Meet the Artist: Gabe Leidy (WCR) West Creek Reservation
26 • Wildwood Waterbird Watch 12 • Rocking Chair Birding
Homeschoolers: Snowshoeing 29 • Discovery Days: Not a Buzz to be 12 • Whose Tracks are These?
25 • Woodlands of Bedford: Winter 12 • Woodland Hike 22 • West Creek Night Hike: Fur Balls
Found 13 • Cuyahoga Astronomical
Season
30 • Winter Strongholds Association
(GPR) Garfield Park Reservation 13 • Southwest Camera Club ABBREVIATIONS:
2 • Winter Animal Hike 14 • Snow Science: For Adults AR Acacia Reservation
(BCR) Big Creek Reservation BCR Big Creek Reservation
16 • Homeschool Happenings: Family
10 • Lake to Lake Full Moon Hike (HiR) Hinckley Reservation Open House BeR Bedford Reservation
3 • Under the Conifers 17 • Friday Nights with Nature: Panama BNC Brecksville Nature Center
(BNC) Brecksville Nature 16 • Hike for Your Health 18 • Extreme Fossil Road Show BR Brookside Reservation
Center 21 • Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing BrR Brecksville Reservation
4 • Hand-feed a Chickadee 24 • Warm Beverage and a Winter Walk BWR Bradley Woods Reservation
(LR) Lakefront Reservation
4 • Drop-in Discovery: Survival Kits 24 • Friday Nights with Nature: Cuba CMZ Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
and Gadgets 4 • Birding the Flats
5 • 2020 Birding 25 • Nature Art Series: Watercolor Birds CWC CanalWay Center
4 • Make and Take: Turtle 26 • Bird Banding
7 • Migrators at the Lakefront ECR Euclid Creek Reservation
5 • Hand-feed a Chickadee 26 • Snowflake Science
5 • Drop-in Discovery: Pinecone 22 • Skills & Thrills Series GPC Garfield Park Center
24 • Birds of the Lakefront 27 • Cleveland Metroparks Nature
Birdfeeders GPR Garfield Park Reservation
Preschool Open House
6 • Winter Birding 29 • Snowflakes and a Story HiR Hinckley Reservation
8 • Animal Crackers (NCNC) North Chagrin Nature 30 • Backpacking Basics HuR Huntington Reservation
9 • Nurture with Nature Center 31 • Friday Nights with Nature: Black LR Lakefront Reservation
10 • Full Moon Hike: The Wolf Moon 4 • Birds and Coffee Bear MSRR Mill Stream Run Reservation
11 • Read and Feed 4 • Dog Hike NCNC North Chagrin Nature Center
11 • Hand-feed a Chickadee 5 • Heart Healthy Hike NCR North Chagrin Reservation
6 • North Chagrin Nature Photography
(RRR) Rocky River Reservation
12 • Hand-feed a Chickadee OECR Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Club 4 • Dunkleosteus: Canine Walk & Talk
12 • Pioneer Living for Kids: RRNC Rocky River Nature Center
9 • Full Moon Hike 10 • First Full Moon of the Year
Felt-making RRR Rocky River Reservation
13 • Winter Birding 10 • Family Friday Night: Beavers in
18 • Hand-feed a Chickadee Winter (SCR) South Chagrin Reservation SCR South Chagrin Reservation
18 • Pie Iron Cooking: Lunch 11 • Saturday Night Speaker Series: 11 • Incredible Icicles WR Washington Reservation
18 • Teaching Nature Trailside The Bruce Peninsula 12 • One Trail Twelve Times WCR West Creek Reservation
19 • Hand-feed a Chickadee 12 • Make a Banner Bag 12 • Remembering Summer Camp WSC Watershed Stewardship
19 • Drop-in Discovery: Owls 18 • Daisy Girl Scouts Trail Adventure Center
19 • Movie Matinee Badge
25 • Hand-feed a Chickadee 18 • Know your Evergreens
25 • Primitive Skills: Char Cloth Tins 18 • Saturday Night Speaker Series:
26 • Hand-feed a Chickadee Cuban Adventure
26 • Drop-in Discovery: Gray 19 • Owl Hoot-enanny
Ratsnake 23 • Our Treasured Trees
26 • Winter Warm-up Hike 25 • STEM Saturday
27 • Winter Birding 25 • Saturday Night Speaker Series:
The Galapagos Islands
(BR) Brookside Reservation 26 • A Sand County Almanac Book View exotic animals,
18 • Nature Detective: Who’s Been Discussion reptiles and plants in lush
Here? 28 • Cleveland Metroparks Nature
Preschool Open House tropical surroundings in
31 • Winter Tree ID The RainForest building at
31 • Winter Bee Behavior
the Zoo where it’s always
a toasty 80 degrees.
clevelandmetroparks.com 13Owl HOOT-enanny
Sunday, January 19
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center
Whooooo do you hear calling in the night? Join us to learn all about Ohio’s
owls. Enjoy a day filled with live animal talks, owl prowl hikes, and owl themed
crafts and activities. For a list of activities, visit clevelandmetroparks.com
440-473-3370
JANUARY PROGRAMS BY DATE
Snow Crystal Exploration Movie Matinée – Legend of
2 • THURSDAY
First Day of 2020 Hike Bring your favorite adult during
school break to learn about
the Guardians: The Owls of
Ga’Hoole
Wednesday, January 1 Way Up High
On this hike we will travel from one winter weather with snow– This animated adventure follows
10 – 11:30 a.m. of Bedford Reservation’s lowest themed nature activities and a a young owl who makes new
North Chagrin Reservation valleys up to some of its highest hike. friends on his journey to escape
Join Naturalist Beth Joyave for heights in search of interesting 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. WSC a menacing force. Prior to the
your first hike of the New Year. wildlife and scenic views. Terrain: paved, natural surfaces, movie, join us for a presentation
Let’s hike to visit our popular 10 – 11:30 a.m. BeR 1.5 miles with a live owl, as we learn about
overlook where we will look for Hemlock Creek Picnic Area Age: 12 years & under with adult some native owls highlighted in
winter birds to observe up close. Terrain: hills, natural surface, 3 miles this film.
10 – 11:30 a.m. NCR 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. GPC
A.B. Williams Memorial Woods
216-206-1000 3 • FRIDAY Register by phone
Trailhead Urban Explorations: Frozen Falls beginning December 16
Terrain: natural surface, 1.5 miles Cleveland’s Arcades Walk to the Great Falls at Tinker’s 216-341-1707
440-473-3370 Doug Kusak leads an exploration Creek. Reflect on nature’s glory
of downtown Cleveland’s arcades: Build-a-Bird
while learning the history of
the Old Arcade, Colonial Arcade and What pieces and parts make a
the waters and the people who
Euclid Arcade. We’ll stroll through bird, a bird? Discover all things
2 – 31 • JANUARY utilized them. Cameras and
bird with Naturalist Matt Knittel,
a part of the city’s grand past en journaling are welcome.
Hunt of the Month: Snowflakes route to understanding their role in and then design and build your
10 – 11 a.m. BeR
Winter is here so stop by CanalWay Cleveland today. own bird to take home.
Viaduct Park Loop Trailhead
Center starting January 2 to search 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Off site 1 – 2:30 p.m. WSC
Terrain: ice possible, hill, stairs,
for 20 hidden snowflakes. Find the Age: adults, 8 years & over with adult 0.5 mile Friday Nights with Nature:
paper snowflakes inside and then Fee: $5 440-887-1968 Egypt
go outside to enjoy the real thing. Terrain: city streets, stairs, 1 mile Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield for
Through January 31. Register online beginning Under the Conifers
a whirlwind trip to the Egyptian
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Sun. December 20 216-206-1000 Join Naturalist Jenny McClain for
deserts, cities, the Mediterranean
CWC a winter morning hike through a
Winter Animal Hike Sea, and birds of course.
coniferous forest. We’ll enjoy the
Gallery Wall: Gabe Leidy What do animals do during Ohio’s 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. RRNC
peaceful beauty as we discover
From the Hocking Hills to the winter weather? On this hike we’ll what wildlife depends on these
shores of Lake Erie, Gabe Leidy learn about several animals and how forests for survival. 4 • SATURDAY
strives to capture the natural seasonal changes influence their 10 – 11:30 a.m. HiR
beauty found right here in the behavior. Hinckley Hills Rd. New Year, New You:
Buckeye State and beyond! Come 10:30 a.m. – noon GPR Horse Trailer Lot Winter Wellness Hike
check out this gallery of Gabe’s Garfield Park Center parking lot Terrain: hills, uneven ground, Hike the trails with us as we
favorite all-time captures. Through Terrain: gravel, paved, hill, stairs, 2.5 miles bring in the New Year with some
February 29. 1.2 miles 440-526-1012 healthy habits. Furry friends are
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. RRNC 216-341-1707 welcome to join the walk.
8 – 9 a.m. BeR
Hemlock Creek Picnic Area
FINAL DAYS!
Terrain: natural surface, possible
snow and mud, 0.5 mile
440-887-1968
For all Outdoor Recreation activities, see page 22-23 for a complete listing.
14 Emerald Necklace January 2020JANUARY PROGRAMS BY DATE
Birding the Flats
Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese
to walk the Centennial Lake Link Hand-Feed a Chickadee
Trail to Scranton Flats for ducks,
gulls, and more. Binoculars are Saturdays & Sundays
recommended; limited pairs are
available to borrow.
January 4 – February 29
9 – 10:30 a.m. LR 10 a.m. – noon
Merwin’s Wharf parking lot Brecksville Reservation
Terrain: flat, paved, 2 miles
440-734-6660 Brecksville Nature Center
Emerald Necklace Art Club Make and Take: Turtle Stop by to hand-feed the chicka-
Draw and paint with us! Members Enjoy learning all about turtles dees every Saturday and Sunday
of the Emerald Necklace Art through stories and activities. You’ll through February 29. We’ll supply
Club are invited to bring their wrap up making your very own
favorite medium as we appreciate stuffed turtle and meeting our
the black oil sunflower seeds and
the signs of the season. resident box turtle. Be sure to come instructions that help make this
Not a member? Sign up at a little early so you can hand-feed experience one to remember.
clevelandmetroparks.com/ENAC the chickadees.
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. NCR Noon – 1 p.m. BNC
Age: adults Trailside Program Center Heart Healthy Hike
Annual fee: $30; Renewal: $20 Age: 3 – 7 years with adult 5 • SUNDAY Get your legs moving and your
440-473-3370 Fee: $15 step counter working as we hike
Birds Along the Creek
Register online to Squire’s Castle and back at
Lower 40 Loop Locomotion Ohio’s winter months are the perfect
December 16 – 31 a moderate hiking pace. We’ll
Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak time to learn resident bird species.
Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder watch for wildlife and wonder at
leads a short hike from CanalWay Embroidery on a Winter’s Day
along Euclid Creek in search of our the varied scenery.
Center, down to the Lower 40 Join us for this beginner’s class
wonderful winter residents. 1 – 4 p.m. NCNC
Loop Trail, and back. We’ll keep on embroidery techniques as we
9:30 – 11 a.m. ECR Terrain: steep hills, uneven trails,
moving to keep warm. create a stunning winter-themed
Highland Picnic Area may be muddy, 5 – 6 miles
10 – 11 a.m. CWC piece to take home.
Terrain: paved, hill, 1.5 miles 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. WSC Terrain: natural surface, may be icy, Evergreens of Bedford
Age: adults, 12 years & over with up to 2 miles Start 2020 on the right foot with
Winter Bird Watching adult 440-473-3370 an afternoon outdoors. We’ll hike
Come inside and watch our
2020 Birding the trails of Bedford Reservation
feathered friends at the feeders. Animal Ambassadors Meet and
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield in search in search of snow-covered
Have a conversation with a Greet
of rare northern gulls and owls along evergreens and learn some
naturalist about the species that Stop by to meet different animal
the wintry Lake Erie lakefront. Meet interesting facts along the way.
overwinter here and learn the ambassadors that call the nature
by the fishing pier. 2 – 3:30 p.m. BeR
best options for feeding our fine center home. Learn about what
10 – 11 a.m. LR Bridal Veil parking lot
feathered friends. they eat, where they live and how
Edgewater Park Terrain: natural surface, 2 – 3
10 – 11 a.m. RRNC their species survive winter in the
Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile miles
wild.
Hand-feed a Chickadee 440-734-6660 216-206-1000
2 – 4 p.m. RRNC
Details here
10 a.m. – noon BNC Dunkleosteus: Canine Walk & Hand-feed a Chickadee
Talk Details here 6 • MONDAY
Drop-in Discovery: Survival Kits This dog-friendly geology hike 10 a.m. – noon BNC
and Gadgets
Stop by anytime to learn how
begins with views of the towering
shale cliffs along the Rocky
Drop-In Discovery: Pine Cone Polliwog Preschool
to put together a kit with all River. We’ll take a short break at
Birdfeeders 9:45 a.m. – noon or
the basics you need for most Stop by to make a pine cone 1:30 – 3:45 p.m.
the nature center to talk about
survival situations and watch birdfeeder to take home with
Dunkleosteus before completing
you. Your neighborhood birds will
CanalWay Center
demonstrations of some useful the final leg of the hike. Discover winter with Natalie the
survival gadgets. appreciate it.
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. RRR Naturalist during this drop-off
10 a.m. – noon BNC 10 a.m. – noon BNC
Lagoon Picnic Area program series. Through the
Terrain: mostly paved, some natural Winter Birdfeeding use of hands-on nature-based
Birds and Coffee
surface, 2 miles When the weather outside is frightful, activities we will further develop
Brush up on your bird I.D. skills
440-734-6660 backyard birds appreciate our help. your polliwog’s preschool skills.
and enjoy a cup of hot coffee
Learn about types of food, feeders Classes meet Mondays, January
as we watch for cardinals, Dog Hike
and other ways you can provide for 6 through February 24, with no
woodpeckers, chickadees and Taking your dog to the park is a
our feathered friends in winter. class on January 20 and February
more through our one-way glass great way to rack up your daily
1 – 2 p.m. RRNC 17.
windows. steps. Bring your furry friend out Age: 4 – 6 years (must be potty
10 a.m. – noon NCNC for some exercise and socialization. Drop-by: Sustainable Resolutions trained)
Nature Education Building We will hike in search of interesting A new year is a great time to start Fee: $60 for 6-week session
sights and smells. All are welcome. new habits. Create an up-cycled Register online
3 – 4:30 p.m. NCNC craft and learn tips on how to be December 1 – January 1
Terrain: natural surface, hills, sustainable and eco-minded in 2020.
3 – 3.5 miles 1 – 3 p.m. WSC
clevelandmetroparks.com 15JANUARY PROGRAMS BY DATE
Winter Birding
Not all birds head to warmer climates
for the winter. Bring your binoculars Full Moon Hike: The Wolf Moon
and join Naturalist Anthony Gazso for Join us for a short hike under the full Wolf Moon. We’ll
a walk and learn about the birds that
Friday, January 10 finish with some hot cocoa, an activity, and a folktale or two.
brave our Northeast Ohio winters. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Age: adults, 8 years & over with adult
10 a.m. – noon BNC Brecksville Nature Center Terrain: flat, slippery, 0.5 mile
Terrain: natural surface, uneven,
Trailside Program Center Register by phone beginning December 30
up to 2 miles
440-526-1012
Urban Explorations:
Cleveland’s Arcades Full Moon Hike First Full Moon of the Year Lake to Lake Full Moon Hike
Details here Thursday, January 9 Friday, January 10 Friday, January 10
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Off site
The stillness of a winter Let the moon be your flashlight Enjoy getting your five miles in on this
North Chagrin evening is not to be missed. as you hike by the ponds after day by walking in the light of the full
Nature Photography Club Listen for owls and embrace sunset. Enjoy the calm, quiet of moon. It may be cold and snowy, or
It’s time to showcase the best of the early sunsets of January nature at night, but be sure to not, but time in nature is always special.
2019. Bring in your seven favorite during a walk in the moonlit bundle up. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. BCR
nature photos from last year to forest. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. RRR Lake Abram Eastland Road Trailhead
share and review. 6 – 7:30 p.m. NCNC Frostville parking pot Terrain: paved, boardwalks, level,
7 – 8:30 p.m. NCNC Terrain: flat, natural trails, Terrain: Possibly icy, flat, 1.5 miles 5 miles
2 miles 440-734-6660 440-887-1968
7 • TUESDAY
Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) Reflections on the Moon
Migrators at the Lakefront Info Night There will be a panel presentation 10 • FRIDAY
Join Naturalist Meghan Wagner for Looking for a unique way to earn a from five Cleveland Astronomical
an afternoon of beginner birding. Nature Baby: Chickadees
Master’s degree? Learn more about Society members highlighting
We’ll explore Wendy Park in search of The winter forest is awaiting
the AIP to see if this partnership their own experiences and details
migrating species along the lakefront. you so let’s get baby out to
between the Zoo and Miami during the epoch of the first moon
Bring binoculars, some available to explore. We will start with
University may be right for you. landing. Topics include inspirations,
borrow. activities indoors and head
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. CMZ politics, education, exciting
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. LR outside for a hike looking for
Reignberger Education Center mission moments, and astronaut
Wendy Park parking lot our chickadee friends. Dress for
Age: adults discussions.
Terrain: sand, natural surface, the weather – this program will
Register online 6:30 – 7 p.m. Meeting CWC
1 – 1.5 miles have an outdoor component.
7 – 8:30 p.m. Speaker CWC 10 – 11 a.m. RRNC
216-206-1000 Northern Ohio Association of
Herpetologists Nurture with Nature Age: 3 years & under with adult
Trout Unlimited: Microplastics in Members Kathy and Charlie Appel Terrain: mostly flat, natural
Local Waters Bring your family for a monthly
will share their experience with program to explore nature through surface, 0.5 mile
Join us for a presentation and iNaturalist. They will discuss how Register online
discussion of the status of books, games, hikes and other
the app can help us learn about the activities. Tonight, we’ll talk about December 27 – January 9
microplastics in the local watersheds natural world and how researchers
and Lake Erie. the planets in our solar system. Family Friday Night: Beavers
are using the app as a valuable 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. BNC
7 – 9 p.m. RRNC in Winter
source of data. Trailside Program Center Winter’s cold does not
Western Cuyahoga Audubon 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. RRNC Age: 3 years & over with adult intimidate our largest rodent,
Society: Purple Martins of Summit Register by phone the beaver. Learn how they
Greater Cleveland Beekeepers
County beginning January 2 cope with the cold as we hike
Association: Powerful
The Purple Martin is the largest 440-526-1012 to an active lodge and look for
Partnership of Plants and
swallow in Ohio with an amazing life their signs, then warm up with
Pollinators Monthly Movie: Happening
history. Prior to migration, the birds some hot chocolate before
Ann Cicarella, Landscape Design What’s Happening: A Clean Energy
congregate by the thousands in a heading home.
Professional and Certified Pollinator Revolution? Follow Filmmaker
natural spectacle. The Portage Lakes 6:30 – 8 p.m. NCNC
Specialist will discuss unique James Redford in his documentary
Purple Martin Association will present Terrain: natural surface, mostly
mutualistic relationships between in-depth look at America’s
information about the gathering. level, may be icy, 0.5 – 1 mile
plants and insect pollinators. energy resources, and what clean
7:30 – 9 p.m. RRNC
7 – 9 p.m. RRNC energy means at a personal level. Friday Nights with Nature:
Discuss his upbeat exploration of Brazil
8 • WEDNESDAY 9 • THURSDAY innovation and hope for the future. Join Jim McCarty, retired
7 – 9 p.m. WSC author of the Plain Dealer’s
Animal Crackers Little Explorers: Warm and Fuzzy
Join Miss Jenny as we explore the column “Aerial View” to hear
Bring your little explorers to learn of his 2019 foray to the largest
world of the wise old owl. We’ll have about the fur that keeps mammals
fun learning how owls survive natural wetland area on earth,
warm. We’ll share a song, learn a the Pantanal. From Jabirus to
through activities and a craft. craft, and finish with a short hike.
10 – 11:15 a.m. or 1 – 2:15 p.m. BNC Jaguars, macaws to toucans,
10 – 11 a.m. or 1 – 2 p.m. RRNC Brazil’s biggest biodiversity star
Trailside Program Center Age: 3 – 5 years with adult
Age: 3 – 5 years with adult is sure to amaze.
Terrain: mostly flat, 0.5 mile 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. RRNC
Register by phone Register by phone
beginning December 23 December 26 – January 7 Oriental small-clawed otter in
440-526-1012 The RainForest at the Zoo.
440-734-6660
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