Schedule of 2024 Programs
Saturday, June 29 | 10am-noon
Snakes of Ohio
Join northeast Ohio conservation coordinator, Marcel Weigand, for a presentation focusing on native snakes in Ohio. Topics will include characteristics that help in identification of various snakes, including the massasauga rattlesnake which is native to Ashtabula County. Several snakes will be available for observation and interaction. Suitable for adults and families with children 8 and older.
Saturday, July 13 | 10am-noon
Dragons at Morgan Swamp!
Join Jim Heflich and Carol Blake on a quest to capture and examine a few of the 50+ species of dragonflies and damselflies that have been spotted in Morgan Swamp. These insects are truly flying jewels in the sky.
Saturday, August 17 | 10-11am
Rooted Solutions: Navigating Climate Change
Join NE Ohio Environmental Council staff, Christopher Colón & Emily Bacha as they lead participants through their experiences in advocating for environmental justice and climate action policies in NE Ohio.
Saturday, September 7 | 10am-noon
Signs of Winter Hike
Join Judy Semroc of Nature Sparks on an outdoor hike looking for signs that Nature is “preparing for winter.” This could include searching for caterpillars getting ready to pupate, and pollinators or other beneficial insects continuing to feed. When you are hiking with one of the best naturalists in NE Ohio, you will certainly discover something unexpected! Dress for the weather. Suitable for adults & families with children 8 and older. Limited to 25 participants.
Saturday, October 5 | 10-11am
Ancient History of NE Ohio
Join Dr. Brian Redmond, Curator Emeritus of Archaeology at Cleveland Museum of Natural History for a talk that describes the ancient people of NE Ohio as told by archeological research over the last 100 years. Much of the focus will be on the area east of Cleveland including Ashtabula County. Dr. Redmond has researched this topic in the Great Lakes region.
Saturday, October 12 | 10am-noon
Get Ready for Winter!
Children will learn through stories, activities and a short hike how animals and plants are preparing right now for the cold months ahead. Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For ages 4-7 with adult supervision. Limited to 12 registered children.
Saturday, November 2 | 10am-noon
Detective Wildlife Training
Use your sense of smell, hearing and sight to find signs of wildlife on our hike to include tracks, scat, sheds, constructed homes and evidence of eating and foraging. Once you sharpen your detective wildlife skills, a walk in the woods will never be the same. Suitable for adults and families with children 8 and older. Limited to 25 registered hikers.
