Nominate your favorite trail to receive notoriety as one of the Top 10 and a special naturalist-led hike later in the year! We'll accept your pick now through Earth Day (April 22) at info@geaugaparkdistrict.org. May the best trails win! 🏆
Geauga Park District's high ropes and boat borrowing seasons both open this Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 25. Plan to take advantage of them by referring to the information below! High ropes course at Claridon Woodlands Please be sure to read all the information on this page before you head out to climb. Reservations are highly recommended; walk-ins will be accepted as space is available. Reservation Module (To Reserve Time to Climb or Check Availability) NOTE: Time slots…
What's coming up and new in your Geauga Park District? Follow these link to view our winter and spring Park Explorer Activity Guides, containing programs, special events and information for January through June 2024. Winter 2024 Spring 2024 • Year in Review 2023 Spring program registration opens March 20 at 10 a.m. for Geauga residents, and March 27 at 10 a.m. for out-of-county folks, under our website's Programs & Events tab or by calling 440-286-9516 daily 10 a.m. to 4…
Do you feel inspired by Nature? Put it in writing and enter for a chance to win cash prizes and regional fame in our 29th Annual Nature Writing Contest! 2024 Application Everything you need to know (and share with your Nature-loving friends) is included on the application above. Special thanks to the Foundation for Geauga Parks for helping us provide better cash prizes again this year! Entries are due this year on Earth Day, Monday, April 22. If you have…
Did you know...? Veterans Legacy Woods' Tribute Lodge is available for reservations! For photos of the facility, click here for the park's page, then scroll down to the Facilities card. Click here for the 2024 fee schedule, which includes the costs of booking Freedom Hall and/or The Club. (The kitchen can also be reserved with one of these reservations.) Select Lodges & Shelters from the Reservations drop-down above to check availability online, then call 440-286-9516 to reserve this beautiful facility…
Please note that Big Creek Park's Meyer Center and The West Woods Nature Center will be closed the following days in 2024. (All Park District facilities are still available to reserve on these days, however. Enjoy!) New Year’s Day (Monday, January 1, 2024) Martin Luther King Day (Monday, January 15) President’s Day (Monday, February 19) Memorial Day (Monday, May 27) Independence Day (Thursday, July 4) Labor Day (Monday, September 2) Columbus Day (Monday, October 14) Veterans’ Day (Friday, November 11)…
We know it can be hard to get out during a Northeast Ohio winter, but we've got you covered when it comes to motivation! There's no shortage of great activities to enjoy in your Geauga Park District. A few ideas, and click the headlines for details: Winter Programs Treat yourself by scheduling some time to take a park adventure with a naturalist! Registration is required for some programs, but not most hikes. Click Programs & Events above to sign yourself…
Geauga Park District is interested in your feedback on its programs, events, amenities and operations, so we've made sure there are a variety of convenient ways for you to communicate that feedback to us. Wish to share? Click here for a printable PDF version of this flyer.
Looking for something creative to do with the Nature in your own backyard? Try these easy projects with Outreach Coordinator Holly Sauder! Nature Craft - Sugaring Edition - "Maple Stirs" Instructional Video Nature Craft #10 - "Frozen Suncatcher" Instructional Video Nature Craft - Holiday Edition - "Evergreen Centerpiece" Instructional Video Nature Craft #8 - "Leaf Stamping" Instructional Video • Instruction Sheet (PDF) Nature Craft #7 - "Suncatcher" Instructional Video • Instruction Sheet (PDF) Nature Craft #6 - "Foil Leaf…
Geauga Park District's Ranger Department is pleased to be teamed up with Geauga County Sheriff's Office to keep your parks safe and clean. It's worth remembering, though, that there are also certain measures you should always take when visiting, and we have developed a brochure to provide a regular reminder. Please check it out and share it with your friends and family who utilize the parks. Brochure: Safety Tips & Crime Prevention in Geauga Park District
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