Wednesday, June 20 • 8 AM to 10 PM
Let’s make a splash in honor of 2024’s longest day! Attend one or many of this year’s Solstice Day programs by registering for those that require it (using the button below) or simply marking your calendar for the rest.
Early Morning Hike 8-9:30 AM, at Veterans Legacy Woods
Start your longest day of the year with an up-paced hike of 2-3 miles on hilly terrain. No registration required.
Horseback Trail Ride Connecting the Parks 10 AM-2 PM at Holbrook Hollows
Bring your horse for a naturalist-led trail ride to Cleveland Metropark’s South Chagrin Reservation. Registration required.
Elderberries: Summer Solstice Fun! Noon-2 PM at Claridon Woodlands
Seniors, choose your own adventure from a selection of activities including the high ropes course, a Nature scavenger hunt, fishing, pond dipping or a hike! Lunch provided by Chardon Healthcare Center. A collaboration with the Geauga Department on Aging and University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center. Registration required.
Solar Crafts 1:30-3 PM at Beartown Lakes Reservation
Celebrate the summer solstice with a variety of crafts and activities using solar power! We’ll work with solar ovens and solar print paper to harness the energy of the sun on this longest day of sunshine. Registration required.
Summer Solstice Sunset Float 7:30-9:30 PM at Headwaters Park, Boathouse/Boat Launch
Kayaking experience required. Registration required beginning June 13 at 10 AM.
Firefly Frolic Bike Ride 8:30-10 PM at Headwaters Park
End the longest day with a magical bike ride to discover lightning bug species along The Maple Highlands Trail. Begin at the boathouse with a short introduction on the natural history of these amazing insects. Then we’ll jump on our bikes and head out. Bring your own bike (no training wheels) and helmet. Participants must be able to ride a bike at least 3-4 miles round trip. A bike or helmet light is recommended since we’ll be riding after dark. We’ll also stop along the way where fireflies are displaying and enjoy Nature at night. No registration required.