While we make every effort to ensure events are up-to-date, some may have been postponed or canceled. We recommend checking with the venue or organization before attending any of the following events.
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January 2026
Pre-K Explorers Drop-In
Children can enjoy new, seasonal themes full of outdoor exploration and play. 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Find out more »Creative Writing for Homeschoolers
A nature-inspired class to help homeschoolers improve their writing skills and write poetry. 2-3:15 p.m.
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Second Saturday Science
A naturalist answers questions and helps spot marsh wildlife, including birds, bees and butterflies. Bring binoculars, a hand lens, or a camera. This is an outdoor event so make sure to dress for the weather.This is a free event and no registration is required. 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Find out more »Map & Compass Snowflake Scavenger Hunt
Learn map and compass skills. Then, use those skills to find hidden snowflakes. 3-4 p.m.
Find out more »Winter Landscape Painting
Paint a lovely landscape to capture the beauty of winter. Ages 6-9. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Find out more »February 2026
Drop-In Discovery: Groundhog Day
Discover fun facts about these amazing rodents, learn the lore behind their weather predicting abilities and make a craft to take home.
Find out more »Winter Tree ID
Hike the trails of Quail Hollow Park and learn to identify common trees once all the leaves have fallen from buds, bark, and branches. Staff will point out what to look for and basic techniques that can be used to identify local trees. 4:30-6 p.m.
Find out more »Muscat Love
Celebrate love on a 1-mile, guided walk searching for muskrats. Learn about their curious and secret lives. 10-11:30 a.m.
Find out more »Whodunnit? Tracks for Kids
Rookies and experienced trackers are invited to brush up on their tracking skills to solve cases. If there are any questions regarding this program, please call the Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday—Saturday 10 a.m.—5 p.m., Sunday 12–5 p.m.). This event will take place from 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Find out more »Maple Sugaring Weekends at Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Discover how maple syrup is produced through hands-on demonstrations and crafts. Take a wagon ride to the sugarhouse to see how maple syrup and sugar are made. Sample maple syrup and candy, make a maple craft, help gather sap, learn how to tap trees and make maple syrup in your own backyard. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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