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Animals | Plants | Natural Resource Management | Seasonal | Go Green | Safety | Notes From the Field

Articles: Animals

Animals

From the twittering chatter of songbirds to the clamor of crashing antlers during the fall rut, Cleveland Metroparks is home to a variety of animals. Enjoying the company of our wild Ohio neighbors is as easy as hiking a trail or attending Naturalist-led talks, among other animal-friendly activities. Find out more...

Articles: Plants

Plants

Riotous colors of wildflowers paint Cleveland Metroparks landscapes like an artist's canvas during spring and summer. In fall, trees take center stage as they trade green leaves for gold, and when the snow begins to fall, hearty winter plants thrive under Northeast Ohio's echoing winters. Learn more about the region's plants by uncovering little-known facts and useful tips about plants in your community. Find out more...

Articles: Natural Resource Management

Natural Resource Management

Helping keep Ohio beautiful and healthy, natural resource management is integral to Cleveland Metroparks. Find out how we’re managing the region's valuable natural resources, and what you can do in your own backyard. Find out more...

Articles: Seasonal

Seasonal

Home to all four seasons, Northeast Ohio's Cleveland Metroparks provide the perfect setting any time of year. Whether you enjoy auburn-colored trees lining roadways and trails, verdant grass fields warmed by summer sun, wildflowers straining upward toward spring's warming days or laying fresh cross-country ski tracks on a quiet backcountry trail, you'll enjoy Cleveland Metroparks. Find out more...

Articles: Go Green

Go Green

More than just recycling, our Go Green articles provide information on protecting and respectfully enjoying the outdoors. Though planting native gardens and reducing carbon footprints, among myriad other ideas, find out how Cleveland Metroparks and your own efforts can protect our region's natural assets. Find out more...

Articles: Safety

Safety

Find out how to enjoy Cleveland Metroparks safely, without sacrificing fun and education. From proper bicycling etiquette to staying safe on the trail, we'll provide you with tips, tricks and advice on staying safe while enjoying the outdoors. Find out more...

Articles: Notes From the Field

Notes From the Field

Told from a personal perspective, Doctor Bob Hinkle's series of inspiring and educating articles bring his experiences and expert nature-centered focus to our everyday lives. His prose explores everything from the benefits of environmental sustainability to the natural ebb and flow of the region's seasons. Find out more...

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