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Drive a Mini Horse<br />
Ages 8 to 14, Fee: $12<br />
Come meet our stable of horses. Then learn how to groom, harness and drive<br />
a miniature horse. Fee includes all-day Farmpark admission.<br />
Instructor: Susan Townsend, min 6, max 8<br />
Sat., Nov. 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Farmpark<br />
Off the Beaten Path Hike<br />
Ages 8 and older (younger than 18 with an adult), FREE<br />
Join a naturalist for a 2.5-mile hike through parts of Penitentiary Glen<br />
Reservation not seen by most visitors. Terrain is hilly and may be muddy and<br />
wet. Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 30<br />
Sat., Sept. 21, 10 a.m. to noon, Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Sat., Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to noon, Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Foxes of the Glen<br />
Ages 8 and older (younger than 18 with an adult), Fee: $5<br />
Discover which canine animals live right here at Penitentiary Glen! We’ll begin<br />
with a hike and try to call to them, then explore the Nature Center to see what<br />
these amazing animals really look like!<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 6, max 20<br />
Fri., Sept. 13, 7:30 to 9 p.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Season of the Stars<br />
Ages 8 and older (younger than 18 with an adult), FREE<br />
What stars can be seen in the fall night sky Come and take a look in our<br />
StarLab inflatable planetarium. Don’t worry about heat, clouds or bugs<br />
because we will be inside for the entire program.<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 6, max 30<br />
Sat., Sept. 21, 3 to 4 p.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Pawpaws: The Forgotten Fruit<br />
Ages 8 and older, FREE<br />
Pawpaw trees are small tropical looking trees that grow in small patches<br />
throughout Ohio. Join us in the Pawpaw patch and learn about the interesting<br />
natural history of Ohio’s largest native fruit.<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 30<br />
Sun., Sept. 22, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Gully Brook Park<br />
Nuts About Squirrels<br />
Ages 8 and older (younger than 18 with an adult), Fee: $6<br />
Are you nuts about squirrels or do the birdfeeder battles drive you crazy<br />
Learn about squirrels and what makes them fun to watch and hard to live with.<br />
Create a squirrel feeder to take home.<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 8, max 16<br />
Sun., Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to noon, Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
<strong>Fall</strong> Colors Hike<br />
Ages 8 and older (younger than 18 with an adult), FREE<br />
Join us on a beautiful fall colors hike as we discover why the leaves change<br />
colors and what other plants and animals are doing to get ready for winter.<br />
Moderate hiking. Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 30<br />
Sat., Oct. 12, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Chapin Forest Reservation—WEST<br />
Wed., Oct. 16, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Indian Point Park—UPPER<br />
Sat., Oct. 19, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
My First Horse<br />
Ages 8 and older, Fee: $20<br />
Take an in-depth look at horse nutrition, stable needs, grooming and saddling<br />
techniques. Then try both English and Western styles of riding. Fee includes<br />
lunch and all-day Farmpark admission.<br />
Instructor: Farmpark Staff, min 5, max 10<br />
Sat., Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Farmpark<br />
Horses Offering Personal Enrichment<br />
Ages 10 to 14, Fee: $18<br />
The Jennifer Eyring memorial program is six hours packed with grooming,<br />
riding and driving horses. It is designed to build communication skills and selfesteem.<br />
Fee includes lunch and all-day Farmpark admission.<br />
Instructor: Susan Townsend, min 4, max 4<br />
Sat., Oct. 26, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Farmpark<br />
Ride a Draft Horse<br />
Ages 10 and older, Fee: $12<br />
You have seen them pull wagons and plows, now here is your chance to<br />
groom, saddle and ride a mighty draft horse. Fee includes all-day Farmpark<br />
admission. Instructor: Farmpark Staff, min 5, max 15<br />
Sun., Sept. 8, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Farmpark<br />
Sun., Oct. 27, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Farmpark<br />
Mills of <strong>Lake</strong> County<br />
Ages 10 and older, FREE<br />
<strong>Lake</strong> County has a rich history of early industry along our rivers and in our<br />
parks. Learn how mills helped settle the Ohio wilderness as we work with a<br />
miniature water wheel in a flowing stream.<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 30<br />
Sat., Sept. 28, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Helen Hazen Wyman Park<br />
Beach Campfire<br />
Ages 10 and older, FREE<br />
Enjoy an evening hike along the lakefront, then return to a warm campfire.<br />
Relax by the fire or bring some grillables and create your own meal. Bring a<br />
lawn chair and snacks. Dress for the weather.<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 30<br />
Sat., Oct. 26, 6 to 8 p.m., <strong>Lake</strong> Erie Bluffs<br />
In Search of Ann’s Cottage<br />
Ages 10 and older (younger than 18 with an adult), FREE<br />
Search for clues of Penitentiary Glen’s hidden past on this off-trail exploration<br />
in areas not normally open to the public. Dress for the weather and wear<br />
comfortable hiking/walking shoes. Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 6, max 20<br />
Sun., Nov. 3, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
“101” Classes – No experience needed<br />
“201” Classes – Some experience needed<br />
“301” Classes – Must be experienced<br />
Single-handed Sailing 301<br />
Ages 12 and older, Fee: $25<br />
These are one design, single-handed boats. You will learn how to rig, sail<br />
together as a fleet while rounding marks and de-rig your boat. Sailing 101 and<br />
201 or previous sailing experience required.<br />
Instructor: Leigh Garam, min 4, max 6<br />
Thurs., Sept. 5, 6 to 8 p.m., Fairport Harbor <strong>Lake</strong>front Park<br />
Bird Walks<br />
Ages 12 and older, FREE<br />
<strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Metroparks</strong> has a variety of habitats that offer the chance to see many<br />
species of birds, especially during fall migration. Bring binoculars and field<br />
guide if you have them. Beginners welcome.<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 25<br />
Sat., Sept. 7, 8 to 10 a.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Sat., Oct. 26, 8 to 10 a.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Sat., Nov. 9, 8 to 10 a.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Outback Trek<br />
Ages 12 and older, FREE<br />
Here’s your chance to explore the off-trail areas of <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Metroparks</strong>.<br />
Participants must be up to a physically demanding hike. Bring a sack lunch,<br />
water bottle and sturdy footwear. Instructor: Naturalist Staff , min 10, max 20<br />
Sat., Sept. 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hell Hollow Wilderness Area<br />
Sat., Nov. 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Chapin Forest Reservation-TWIN<br />
Full Moon Corn Maze<br />
Ages 12 and older (children must be accompanied by an adult), Fee: $5<br />
Make your way through the corn maze as the moon comes up. Before you<br />
depart, return to the pavilion for some snacks and games. Participants are<br />
encouraged to bring a flashlight and wear boots.<br />
Instructor: Farmpark Staff, min 30, max 70<br />
Thurs., Sept. 19, 8 to 9 p.m., Farmpark<br />
GPS: What is Geocaching 101<br />
Ages 12 and older, Fee: $8 first person, each additional person $5<br />
Designed for the first time cacher, you will learn how to use a GPS unit, enter<br />
coordinates, read a map and find a cache (prize container). No experience<br />
needed. We have basic GPS units if needed.<br />
Instructor: Brian Davidson & Pete Greene, min 8, max 12<br />
Sat., Sept. 21, 9 to 11 a.m., Environmental Learning Center<br />
Call 440-358-7275 or 800-669-9226 or Visit lakemetroparks.com to register.<br />
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