Visit the Great Smoky Mountains at French Creek Nature Center

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March – April 2007, VOLUME 47, NUMBER 2
IN THIS ISSUE
PAGE
Art Corner & Special Events
2
Pull-out Calendar
3
Take a Closer Look
5
LCMP Fifty Years Celebration
Splash Zone
6-7
8
Friends of Metro Parks
11
Maple Sugaring!
12
Visit the Great Smoky Mountains
at French Creek Nature Center
Art Corner
ART SHOW: LONGFELLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL
March 11 – April 14, French Creek Nature Center
We are pleased to again welcome some of Lorain County’s finest
young artists. Longfellow Middle School will display for your
enjoyment their wonderful works of art. Not only will they be
displayed throughout the Nature Center, but they will also
decorate our windows with some beautiful spring scenes. Stop
by to show your support of these young and talented artists.
CELEBRATION OF ART
April 17 – May 9, French Creek Nature Center
The young, creative artists of Sheffield Middle School and Brookside
High School will display their art masterpieces throughout French
Creek Nature Center. It will all kick off with a celebration on April
17 from 5 – 7 pm with refreshments and a chance to meet the
talented art students. Awards will be presented in various categories
and grade levels. Stop by to see the interesting and creative artwork
of our local art students.
FLORALS AND NATURESCAPES
March 1 – 31, Carlisle Visitor Center
Joyce Bolte’s passion for watercolors began over twenty-eight years
ago. Her love of nature is evident in her original paintings of florals,
landscapes and seascapes. With sketchbook and camera in hand,
she often journeys on foot or by mountain bike searching for
subject matter. Later, in her studio, these experiences are translated
into her original watercolor paintings.
As a participant in numerous juried and invitational fine art shows,
she has been the recipient of many awards. In 2006 Joyce won first
place in the fine arts category at the St. John’s Westshore Festival
of the Arts and a first place and best of show at the Fireland’s
Area Art League competition.
She is a current associate member of both The Ohio Watercolor
Society and The American Watercolor Society. Enjoy her artwork
at the Carlisle Visitor Center during the month of March.
TONY AND GINI LISANTI
April 1 – April 30, Carlisle Visitor Center
Tony and Gini Lisanti share an interest in photography and both are
primarily interested in photographing nature and candid moments.
Tony’s introduction to photography came at the age of 16 when
he bough his first 35mm camera and practiced taking candid shots
of passersby on the streets of NYC where he grew up. Later, as a
graduate student in biology, he was introduced to the art of photomicrography and also learned his way around the darkroom. Today,
his finely detailed close-ups of insects and plants, and his poignant
photos of folks going about their daily lives reveal his ability to zero
in on the heart of the moment while leaving all else behind.
Gini’s background lies in her graphic arts and art history training.
She has a special fondness for Impressionism, and she tries to bring
the mystical qualities that exist in the paintings of that era into
many of her photographs. She sees the world in color and light, with
shapes defined by those two elements. “It’s all about balance and
contrast, especially when photographing a scene that includes many
details.” Gini also has a penchant for zooming in on a subject in
order to capture that one main characteristic that defines it.
Although photography has long been an interest for the Lisantis,
it is only for the past 2 1/2 years that they have actively exhibited
and competed with their work, both in local open events, and also
as members of the Erie Shores Photography Club. In that time they
have each won numerous awards.
Two
Special Events
VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP: WITNESS TO
HISTORY – SURVIVOR SERIES FROM
PEARL HARBOR, HAWAII
April 18, 7 – 8 pm, French Creek Nature Center
Through the technology of distance
learning, we will participate in a program
presented by survivors of the bombing
of Pearl Harbor in 1941. Listen to their
stories as they tell about that time in our
history. You will be able to interact with
the presenters and ask questions. What
a great way to experience history with
first-hand experiences. This program
is free and is presented in the Stanley
G. Pijor Distance Learning Classroom.
VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP:
JOURNEY TO APPALACHIA
April 10, 1 – 2 pm, French Creek Nature Center
Learn more about this wonderful area
of the Great Smoky Mountains directly
from the Hands On Museum in Johnson
City, Tennessee, as they present a program
about the Appalachian region. Featured
will be information on the Cherokee
culture, quilting, the Underground
Railroad and interactive stories. It will
be both a fun and informative program
not to be missed.
V IS FOR VICTORY PARTY
April 21, 1:30 – 3:30 pm
French Creek Nature Center
World War II was going
on overseas, but what
was life like on the
home front? We can
find out by taking
a look at the life of
a character from a
popular girl’s series
of books. Crafts and
activities will be geared
towards this time period.
Girls ages 8 and up and an
adult companion are invited
for this fun afternoon party.
Refreshments will be served. Pre-register
by 4/15 and pay $5 for each girl and
$1 for each adult for supplies. For more
information call (440) 949-5200.
COFFEE GROUNDS CLUB –
WALK, TALK, DRINK
Looking for a way to get your Saturday
started? We invite you for a walk around
the paved trail at Schoepfle Garden the
first Saturday of each month at 9 am,
sharing garden tips and a cup of coffee.
We’ll do four laps (2 miles) and each
month we will highlight a plant or
gardening technique and take your
questions to get you ready for your yard
work at home. You can join the naturalist
or walk at your own pace. And we’ll brew
the coffee for before, during or after your
walk. No sign-ups, just show up and get
yourself and your garden in shape with us!
EARTH DAY EXTRAVAGANZA
April 22, Noon – 4 pm
Carlisle Visitor Center
Join us as we celebrate the 37th Earth Day
at the Carlisle Visitor Center. There will
be many activities going on throughout
the park that focus on one thing — our
Earth. Family activities include hiking,
animal programs, games, crafts, Earth Day
programs and information. There will be
many different stations centering on preservation, conservation and recycling fun.
Spend a day at the park and show your
support for saving our earth. There will be
many take-home goodies from our Earth
Day celebration.
HERB FAIR 2007
April 27, 10 am – 4 pm
April 28, Noon – 4 pm
Vermilion River Reservation
Start your planting season out right, and
join us for our annual Mill Hollow Herb
Fair. This event will take place on April 28
from 10 am to 4 pm, and on April
29 from Noon to 4 pm. The
Carriage Barn will be full
of local vendors selling
potted herbs and various
herbal products. Many
food vendors will also
be selling an array of
appetizing treats.
With a variety of
exciting activities
for kids and adults,
this event is fit for
the whole family.
The children’s activity corner will be full of
fun herb crafts as well as
other kid-friendly garden ideas.
Learn more about useful wild plants
found in this area by joining a naturalist
on a medicinal plant hike through Bacon
Woods. This hike will be led from 1 – 2 pm
Saturday and Sunday. Additional activities and demonstrations will also be held
around the Carriage Barn throughout
the weekend.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to
buy some nice herbs and products while
also learning more about gardening and
herbal uses. Please contact Jannah Tucker
at (440) 967-7310 with any Herb Fair
questions. We hope to see you in April for
this fantastic annual event.
THURSDAY 1
ART SHOW: JOYCE BOLTE
8 am-4:30 pm CAR-CVC. Show hangs through 3/31.
See related article.
WATERCOLOR: WATER SCENES
9:30-11:30 am FCR-FCNC. Artist and instructor
Clela Stelnicki will teach various techniques in
watercolor during this four-week program. Additional
dates 3/8, 15, 22. Supplies are necessary and extra.
PR by 2/26 and pay $35 at the door.
THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS
10 am-4:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Our 12th major
exhibit continues! See live plants, live animals including black bear cubs! - and natural features
that make the Great Smoky Mountains National
Park such an amazing place. Admission $1/person.
See related article. Daily through 4/15.
METRO PARKS LOCATIONS
AND FACILITIES
ABC Amherst Beaver Creek
Reservation
913 North Lake St.
Amherst, Ohio 44001
BRR Black River Reservation
BUR Bur Oak
6150 Ford Rd.
Elyria, Ohio 44035
DD Days Dam
2720 E. 31st St.
Lorain, Ohio 44055
(440) 324-5481
HM High Meadows
1750 Ford Rd.
Elyria, Ohio 44035
CA Caley Reservation
18207 West Rd.
Wellington, Ohio 44090
CAR Carlisle Reservation
CVC Carlisle Visitor Center
12882 Diagonal Rd.
LaGrange, Ohio 44050
(440) 458-5121
DPPA Duck Pond Picnic Area
12550 Diagonal Rd.
EC Equestrian Center
NO Nielsen Observatory
13630 Diagonal Rd.
WOA Wildlife Observation Area
12882 Diagonal Rd.
(440) 458-5121
CHR Charlemont Reservation
48600 New London Eastern Rd.
COL Columbia Reservation
25145 Royalton Rd.
Columbia Station, Ohio 44028
(440) 236-3254
BL Briarwood Lodge
25250 Briarwood Dr.
FHGC Forest Hills Golf Course
41971 Oberlin-Elyria Rd.
Elyria, Ohio 44035
(440) 323-2632
FCR French Creek Reservation
BH Burrell Homestead
2795 E. River
Sheffield Village, Ohio 44054
FCNC French Creek Nature Center
4530 Colorado Ave.
(440) 949-5200
PTPA Pine Tree Picnic Area
4921 French Creek Rd.
IHR Indian Hollow Reservation
38744 Parsons Rd.
Grafton, Ohio 44044
KR Kipton Reservation
State Route 511
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
LKV Lakeview Park
1800 West Erie Ave.
Lorain, Ohio 44052
SRR Sandy Ridge Reservation
JWC Perry F. Johnson
Wetland Center
6195 Otten Rd.
North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039
(440) 327-3626
SG Schoepfle Garden
SGVC Schoepfle Garden
Visitor Center
11106 Market St.
Birmingham, Ohio 44816
(440) 965-7237
SZ Splash Zone
95 W. Hamilton
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
(440) 774-5059
VRR Vermilion River Reservation
AMP Amphitheater
BBM Benjamin Bacon Museum
CB Carriage Barn
51211 North Ridge Rd.
Vermilion, Ohio 44089
(440) 967-7310
WR Wellington Reservation
WVC Wellington Visitor Center
535 Jones Rd.
Lorain County Metro Parks Directory—
For general information, shelter reservations, or program information, contact:
Carlisle Visitor and Administrative Center,
12882 Diagonal Road, LaGrange, Ohio
44050, (440) 458-5121, 1-800-LCM-PARK,
Fax: (440) 458-8924, E-mail:
[email protected],
Website:
www.LorainCountyMetroParks.com
HIKING LEVELS
= Easy
= Moderate
Y = Live Animals
= Strenuous
HSP= Hiking Stick Program
(See Arrowhead)
= PR Preregistration is required. Please contact
the Park District Office at (440) 458-5121 or
1-800-LCM-PARK (TDD or Voice) by the date
shown on the Events Calendar. The programs
in this calendar are structured for families and
individuals. Please contact the Park District
Office for information on programs specifically
designed for your group or organization.
We look forward to hearing from you!
FRIDAY 2
A-WAKE ON THE BEACH
9-10:00 am LVP Meet the first Friday of every month
at Lakeview Park to share coffee and a walk on the
beach. Meet at the Rotary Gazebo at the west end.
HOMESCHOOLERS: SEED STARTING
10 am-Noon WR-WVC. This free beginner’s program
taught by Fran Blank will take you step-by-step from
seed package to seedling. Participants will start seeds
in pots made during the class. PR by 3/1.
SATURDAY 3
COFFEE GROUNDS CLUB
9-10:30 am SG. Take a stroll, have some coffee, learn
a thing or two about plants. See related article.
OHIO BOATING EDUCATION COURSE
9 am-5 pm FCR-FCNC. Course meets all Ohio and
Federal mandatory requirements. Taught by ODNR
Division of Watercraft Instructor. PR by 3/1 and pay
$30 at the door.
MAPLE SUGARING
Noon-4 pm CAR-CVC. Learn about the history of the
maple sugaring process through hands-on activities
geared for all ages. Hike to the sugar bush to collect
the sap, and then visit the Sugar Shack to see how it’s
converted to syrup. Train rides through a second sugar
bush are also available when weather permits.
TRENDY BRACELET
1-4 pm FCR-FCNC. Karen Johnson instructs on making
a Native American-like bracelet using a bead loom. All
materials included. PR by 2/25 and pay $12 at the door.
FULL WORM MOON HIKE
6-7:30 pm WR-WVC. What’s a Full Worm Moon?
Join us for this hike along the new trails of the
Wellington Reservation and find out.
ASTRONOMY: LUNAR ECLIPSE AT MOONRISE
6-9 pm CAR-NO. Co-sponsored by Black River
Astronomical Society. Clear skies only.
SUNDAY 4
March
2007 Calendar of Events Pull-out Section
MAPLE SUGARING
Noon-4 pm CAR-CVC. See 3/3 description.
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
1:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Join us for an overview of volunteer
opportunities at Lorain County Metro Parks. PR by 3/9.
SPRING SIGNS HIKE
2-3 pm SG. Hike the woods in search of spring.
FROGS OF THE SMOKIES
2-3 pm FCR-FCNC. Come discover some of the frogs
and their habitats during this slide show presentation
by members of the Northern Ohio Association of
Herpetologists, and then meet some live frogs up
close. Afterwards, visit our Smoky Mountains exhibit
($1/person).
SKUNK CABBAGE STROLL
2-3 pm VRR-AMP. Search for this early spring
wildflower in the wetlands of Bacon Woods.
BIRDS OF PREY PHOTO DAY
2-4 pm CAR-CVC. If you love taking pictures, don’t
miss this opportunity. Bring your camera while our
raptors pose for you along the short loop trail.
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SUNDAY 11
SCOUTS HIKE
8:30-9:45 am CAR-CVC. Webelos scouts can earn
their Naturalist and Forestry badges during this fun
hike and lesson guided by a metro parks’ naturalist.
PR by 1/8.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
9 am-2 pm CAR-CVC. See 3/10 description.
BROWNIE HIKE
10-11:15 am CAR-CVC. Girl Scout Brownies can earn
part of the requirements for several “Try-its” during this
program filled with fun lessons, a hike, and live animals.
Try-its included: Eco-Explorer, Animals, Watching
Wildlife, Plants and Water Explorer. PR by 1/8.
LONGFELLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL ART SHOW
10 am-4:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Enjoy the artistic talents
of the students from Lorain City Schools’ Longfellow
Middle School. Show hangs daily through 4/15. See
related article.
MOVIE
11 am FCR-FCNC. Under 60 minutes for younger audience.
MAPLE SUGARING
SALAMANDERS
2-3 pm FCR- FCNC. The cool moist forests of the
Smoky Mountains have created the perfect conditions for
amphibians, especially salamanders. Come discover why
the Smokies are the “Salamander Capital of the World”
and learn about some of this region’s many amazing
salamanders. This program is presented by Northern
Ohio Association of Herpetologists. After the program
visit our Smoky Mountains exhibit ($1/person).
FUN WITH GEOLOGY
2-3:30 pm VRR-CB. Learn about rocks and minerals
found along the Vermilion River through a hike and a
fun game.
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GO GET GREEN!
2-3:30 pm COL. Wear green for St. Patty’s Day while
looking for green spring signs on a fast-paced hike.
OPEN MIKE
7-8:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Here’s a chance to share a
song, your voice, and your love of music with local
musicians and a live audience. Or just sit back with
your family and enjoy great entertainment and a fun
café atmosphere.
TUESDAY 20
NATURE KIDS: WOODPECKERS
10-11 am ABC. Preschoolers and an adult
companion learn about woodpeckers through
various games, hands-on activities and a hike.
EQUINOX WALK
2-4:30 pm WR. Spring has sprung! Join us for a
hike around the Wellington Reservation in search of
wakening wildlife.
WEDNESDAY 21
HOMESCHOOL NATURE DAY: WOODPECKERS
10-11 am VRR-CB. Homeschoolers, ages 5 and up,
will learn about woodpeckers through many
activities and a hike.
PRESCHOOL SPECIAL: SPRING SIGNS
10-11 am COL-BL. Preschoolers and their parents
will take a short hike to look for signs of spring.
THURSDAY 22
MOVIE
1 pm FCR-FCNC. Under 60 minutes for younger audience.
SMOKY MOUNTAINS WILDLIFE
6:30-7:30 pm FCR-FCNC.
Discover the wildlife in the Smoky Mountains
through hands-on activities and up-close encounters
with a skunk, opossum, snake and owl. Afterward,
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FRIDAY 23
WELCOME TO NEW LAKEVIEW PARK
10-11:00 am LVP Go on a hike around the grounds
and learn the exciting plans for Lakeview Park. Meet
at the Rotary Gazebo at the west end.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
SATURDAY 24
9 am-2 pm CAR-CVC. Enjoy a hearty stack of
BIRDING ALONG THE SHOREWAY
pancakes before joining us out in the sugar bush! $5
8:30-10:00 am LVP Expert birder, John Pogacnik will
per adult; $3.50 per child aged 3-10 yrs.; children
lead a spring migration birding class at Lakeview
under 3 eat free! Sponsored by Friends of Metro Parks.
Park looking for hawks and waterfowl. Bring your
MAPLE SUGARING
MONDAY 12
binoculars, scopes and bird books. For beginner to
advanced birders.
INTRODUCTION TO KAYAKING
MEET THE MAMMALS
5-8 pm SZ. For the recreational kayaker. Introduces
1-2 pm SRR-JWC. Learn about the furry animals of
the basics; including safety, strokes, and rescues.
9 am-5 pm FCR-FCNC. See 3/3 description. PR by
Northeastern Ohio.
Participants attend 2 days: 3/12 and 3/14. PR and pay
3/20 and pay $30 at the door.
$45 by 3/7. Participants must be 16 and older; under
SNAKES OF THE SMOKIES
PAPER WORKSHOP: CARDS
18 must be accompanied by a participating adult.
2-3 pm FCR-FCNC. Discover some of the snakes and
Noon-1 pm FCR-FCNC. Close to My Heart
their habitats through slides and lecture, then meet
TUESDAY 13
representative Melanie Dougall will lead this
some live snakes up close. Presented by the Northern
program on making precious Easter/Spring cards.
SENIOR HIKING CLUB
Ohio Association of Herpetologists.
Bring cutter and adhesives; all other materials are
9-10 am CAR-CVC. Join us for an invigorating hike,
GARDEN TOUR
provided. PR by 3/19 and pay $5 at the door.
some great company, and a chance to see some of the
2-3 pm SG. Look for signs of an early spring.
native wildlife. For those 55+.
DISCOVER COYOTES
FURRY CRITTERS
1-2 pm FCR-FCNC. Learn about the coyotes in the
2:30-4 pm COL-BL. Learn the life history of some of the
Smoky Mountains by doing a craft and seeing a live
10-11 am or 7-8 pm CAR-CVC. See 3/10 description
common mammals of Columbia Reservation. We will
one up close. Afterwards visit our Smoky Mountains
RUGHOOKING
study skulls, skins, and taxidermy and do some hands-on
exhibit ($1/person).
11 am-3 pm FCR-FCNC. Anyone may join the monthly
discovery activities, and even compete in a game!
PAPER WORKSHOP: SCRAPBOOK PAGES
gathering of local rughookers for lessons or ideas.
MONDAY 5
1:30-2:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Be ready for those Easter/
WEDNESDAY 14
Spring pictures! We will make a double page, 12"x 12"
HOMESCHOOLER’S FUN MONDAY: BEARS
PRESCHOOL CSI: MAPLE SUGARING
layout. Bring cutter and adhesives; all other supplies
11 am-2 pm FCR-FCNC. This month learn about the
2-3 pm CAR-CVC. CSI? Yes! Craft, Snack and Investiare provided. PR by 3/19 and pay $10 at the door.
Black Bears of the Smoky Mountains with a talk,
gation! We will investigate how maple syrup comes from
craft, and movie. For $1 you can enjoy our special
EARLY SPRING WALK
trees. We will also take a train ride to a sugar bush.
Smoky Mountain exhibit. Bring a lunch or snack.
2-3 pm VRR-AMP.
FIRELANDS FLYFISHERS
KIDDIE CRAFT CLUB: SIGNS OF SPRING
AUDUBON PRESTIGIOUS LECTURE SERIES:
6-9 pm FCR-FCNC. Catch their monthly meeting
2-3 pm CAR-CVC. A fun nature crafts program for
KIM AND KEN KAUFMANN
and enjoy a featured speaker, along with instruction
preschoolers and their parents. This month make a
7 pm CAR-CVC. “Expanding Horizons- Sharing the
on casting, fly-tying, rod building, knot tying, and
craft inspired by the upcoming spring.
Beauty of Nature with a New Audience.” The
more. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! Check out
Kaufmann’s will share their experience with young
TUESDAY 6
www.firelandflyfishers.org for more information.
birders, which has resulted in the formation of the
KIDDIE CRAFT CLUB: SIGNS OF SPRING
THURSDAY 15
Ohio Young Birders Club under the auspices of the
10-11 am CAR-CVC. See 3/5 description.
Black Swamp Bird Observatory (BSB0). The Black
PARK PALS: OPOSSUMS
9:30-11:30 am FCR-FCNC. See 3/1 description.
River Audubon has joined the BSBO as a supporting
1-2 pm FCR-FCNC. Preschoolers and an adult
member of the Ohio Young Birders Club along with
PRESCHOOL CSI: MAPLE SUGARING
companion learn about opossums through fun activities
Lorain County Metro Parks and plans to sponsor
10-11 am CAR-CVC. See description 3/14.
and a Cherokee story. Find out what makes opossums so
activities for young birders in Lorain County this
FRIDAY
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special and see one up close. Afterwards you may explore
year. This program made possible with assistance
MOVIE
more by visiting our Smoky Mountain exhibit for $1.
from Black River Audubon. Refreshments.
MOVIE
SUNDAY 25
2 pm FCR-FCNC. Under 60 minutes for younger
SATURDAY 17
KEELHAULERS CANOE RACE
audience.
10 am-Noon VRR/SG. Join in or just come to
9 am-5 pm FCR-FCNC. See description 3/3. PR by
WEDNESDAY 7
watch the 39th Annual Keelhaulers’ Vermilion River
3/15
and
pay
$30
at
the
door.
PARK PALS: OPOSSUMS
Race. Start time is 10:30 am from Schoepfle
TINY TUCK-INS: GARDEN JEWELS
10-11 am FCR-FCNC. See 3/6 description.
Gardens in Birmingham. View the race from the
10 am-Noon WR-WVC. Fran Blank will introduce
Dean Rd. or Gore Orphanage Rd. bridges, or watch
MOVIE
you to tiny garden plants that will fill those small bare
them finish at Mill Hollow.
11 am FCR-FCNC. Under 60 minutes for younger
spots in your garden! Registration fee includes
audience.
DESCUBRE LOS COYOTES DE LOS MONTES APALACHES
handouts, refreshments and discount coupons from
1-2:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Aprende acerca de los
THURSDAY 8
local garden centers. PR and pay $25 by 3/14.
Coyotes en los Montes Apalaches haciendo
KIDS IN THE GARDEN: SHAMROCKS
artesanias y mirando una pelicula. Refrigerios seran
9:30-11:30 am FCR-FCNC. See 3/1 description.
11 am-Noon SGVC. Kids under 12 can do crafts for
ofrecidos en esta actividad.
PRESCHOOL IN THE GARDEN: GREEN
St. Patty’s Day.
MONDAY
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10-11 am SG-SGVC. Preschoolers and their parents
ST. PATRICK’S DAY HIKE
HUNTER SAFETY COURSE
learn about green with crafts and stories.
11 am-Noon COL. Meet at shelter and wear your
5-8 PM CAR-CVC. Hunter safety and related issues
EARLY SPRING HIKE
green for a brisk nature hike!
discussed. Sponsored by LaGrange Hunting Club.
1-4 pm CHR. Hike Charlemont in search of some
UKRAINIAN EGG DECORATING
Must complete 3-day course (3/26, 27, 28). PR by
early spring flowers.
Noon-4 pm VRR-CB. See description 3/8. PR and pay
contacting Brian Schwan at (440) 655-5266 or Jesse
UKRAINIAN EGG DECORATING
$30 by 3/14.
Rangel at (440) 277-7179.
6-9 pm VRR-CB. Beverly Boiwka leads this
MAPLE SUGARING
TUESDAY
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introductory course that uses beeswax and dye to
DOG WALK
create beautiful holiday eggs. Supplies are included.
OH MY! IT’S AN OPOSSUM!
3-5 pm KR. See the beauty of spring with your dog
PR and pay $30 by 3/5.
1-2 pm FCR-FCNC. Find out some fun facts about
at the Kipton Reservation. One dog per handler.
SATURDAY 10
this amazing animal, hear a Cherokee story, and meet
Please make sure your dog is non-aggressive around
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
one up close! Afterward visit our Smoky Mountains
people and other dogs, and it must be secured on a
9 am-2 pm CAR-CVC. See 3/4 description. Sponsored
exhibit ($1/person).
six-foot, hand-held leash.
by Keystone Band Boosters
HEALTHY HIKE
WEDNESDAY 28
1-2:30 pm SRR-JWC. Lots of walking, less talking.
MOVIE
9 am-5 pm WVC. See 3/3 description. PR by 3/8 and
ASTRONOMY: LUCKY GREEN STARS
11 am FCR-FCNC. Under 60 minutes for younger
pay $30 at the door.
8-10 pm EC-NO. Co-sponsored by Black River
audience.
50th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION PROGRAM:
FRIDAY 30
THE GREAT NEST DEDICATION
SUNDAY 18
“SEA”STER EGG HUNT
9:30-10 am CAR-CVC. The Great Nest was a living
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
6 pm SZ. Join us for our 2nd annual Easter egg
Lorain County icon of the early 1900s, and it was the
9 am-2 pm CAR-CVC. See 3/4 description. Sponsored
hunt! Eggs will be hidden indoors and outdoors, so
nest where Francis Herrick’s studies brought the daily
by Midview Band Boosters
dress accordingly! Please bring your own basket for
life of our national emblem to the general public. Join
your eggs. For children 12 and under. Parents must
MEET THE ARTIST: JOYCE BOLTE
us on this special morning as we celebrate the park
be here to accompany child. PR by 3/25 and pay
Noon-2 pm CAR-CVC. Meet Joyce and learn about
district’s 50th anniversary year with the dedication
Members $3 / Non-members $4
her work. See related article.
and unveiling of artist Jim Gundlach’s natural
sculpture of this impressive structure.
DO-IT-YOURSELF BASKETS: CURLY ROUND BASKET
SATURDAY 31
Noon-4 pm FCR-FCNC. This 10" diameter basket is
BALD EAGLE PROGRAM
WATERFOWL WATCH II
woven on a 10" x 10" handle with the bottom twined
10-11 am CAR-CVC. Endangered? Making a come10 am-Noon SRR-JWC. See 3/10 description
and the side has 3 rows of dyed reed. Color choices
back? Learn answers to these questions and more as
SEED STARTING
are available. Intermediate weavers. PR by 3/12 and
we visit with our resident bald eagle in the raptor
11 am-Noon SG-SGVC. All ages learn about
pay $23 at the door.
center and watch a live feeding demonstration to
starting seeds and take a few home.
learn about adaptations.
MAPLE SUGARING
MOVIE
BIRDING ON BEAVER CREEK
2 pm FCR-FCNC. Feature length film or
10-11 am ABC. Participate in a birding hike along
WHY DO THE SMOKIES SMOKE AND OTHER FUN FACTS
documentary.
Beaver Creek.
2-3 pm FCR-FCNC. Our program for school groups
EVENING BIRDING WALK
is great for all ages. Find out about the mountains, the
WATERFOWL WATCH I
5:30-7:30 pm SRR-JWC. Join the Western
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animals.
10-11:30 am SRR-JWC. Hike the marsh in search of
Cuyahoga Audubon Society for a hike in search of
spring migrant waterfowl.
waterfowl, owls, and more.
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SUNDAY 1
METRO PARKS LOCATIONS
AND FACILITIES
ABC Amherst Beaver Creek
Reservation
913 North Lake St.
Amherst, Ohio 44001
BRR Black River Reservation
BUR Bur Oak
6150 Ford Rd.
Elyria, Ohio 44035
DD Days Dam
2720 E. 31st St.
Lorain, Ohio 44055
(440) 324-5481
HM High Meadows
1750 Ford Rd.
Elyria, Ohio 44035
CA Caley Reservation
18207 West Rd.
CAR Carlisle Reservation
CVC Carlisle Visitor Center
12882 Diagonal Rd.
(440) 458-5121
DPPA Duck Pond Picnic Area
12550 Diagonal Rd.
EC Equestrian Center
NO Nielsen Observatory
13630 Diagonal Rd.
WOA Wildlife Observation Area
12882 Diagonal Rd.
(440) 458-5121
CHR Charlemont Reservation
48600 New London Eastern Rd.
COL Columbia Reservation
25145 Royalton Rd.
(440) 236-3254
BL Briarwood Lodge
25250 Briarwood Dr.
FHGC Forest Hills Golf Course
41971 Oberlin-Elyria Rd.
Elyria, Ohio 44035
(440) 323-2632
FCR French Creek Reservation
BH Burrell Homestead
2795 E. River
FCNC French Creek Nature Center
4530 Colorado Ave.
(440) 949-5200
PTPA Pine Tree Picnic Area
4921 French Creek Rd.
IHR Indian Hollow Reservation
38744 Parsons Rd.
Grafton, Ohio 44044
KR Kipton Reservation
State Route 511
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
LKV Lakeview Park
1800 West Erie Ave.
Lorain, Ohio 44052
SRR Sandy Ridge Reservation
JWC Perry F. Johnson
Wetland Center
6195 Otten Rd.
North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039
(440) 327-3626
SG Schoepfle Garden
SGVC Schoepfle Garden
Visitor Center
11106 Market St.
Birmingham, Ohio 44816
(440) 965-7237
SZ Splash Zone
95 W. Hamilton
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
(440) 774-5059
VRR Vermilion River Reservation
AMP Amphitheater
BBM Benjamin Bacon Museum
CB Carriage Barn
51211 North Ridge Rd.
Vermilion, Ohio 44089
(440) 967-7310
WR Wellington Reservation
WVC Wellington Visitor Center
535 Jones Rd.
Lorain County Metro Parks Directory—
For general information, shelter reservations, or program information, contact:
Carlisle Visitor and Administrative Center,
12882 Diagonal Road, LaGrange, Ohio
44050, (440) 458-5121, 1-800-LCM-PARK,
Fax: (440) 458-8924, E-mail:
[email protected],
Website:
HIKING LEVELS
= Easy
= Moderate
Y = Live Animals
= Strenuous
HSP= Hiking Stick Program
(See Arrowhead)
= PR Preregistration is required. Please contact
the Park District Office at (440) 458-5121 or
1-800-LCM-PARK (TDD or Voice) by the date
shown on the Events Calendar. The programs
in this calendar are structured for families and
individuals. Please contact the Park District
Office for information on programs specifically
designed for your group or organization.
We look forward to hearing from you!
PHOTO SHOW: TONY AND GINI LISANTI
8 am-4:30 pm CAR-CVC. Show hangs through
4/30. See related article.
WATERFOWL WATCH III
10 am-Noon SRR-JWC. Hike the marsh in search of
Spring migrant waterfowl.
EXHIBIT: THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS
10 am-4:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Our 12th major
exhibit continues! See live plants, live animals including black bear cubs! - and natural features
that make the Great Smoky Mountains National
Park such an amazing place. Admission $1/person.
See related article. Daily through 4/15.
LONGFELLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL ART SHOW
10 am-4:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Enjoy the artistic
talents of the students from Lorain City Schools’
Longfellow Middle School. Show hangs daily
through 4/15. See related article.
MOVIE
2 pm FCR-FCNC. Feature length film or documentary.
HSP
GARDEN TOUR
2-3 pm SG. Look for signs of spring.
HSP
APRIL FOOL’S HIKES
2-3:30 pm COL.
We will tell you about nature, honest... well maybe
not. You will have to be the judge. Will you have any
truths to share? Can you fool the naturalist? Come
along and give it a try.
MONDAY 2
HSP
HOMESCHOOLER’S FUN MONDAY: TREES
11 am-12:30 pm FCR-FCNC. This month learn
about Ohio’s trees during a talk and a hike. Bring a
snack and enjoy the movie at 1 pm or visit our
Smoky Mountains exhibit ($1/person).
MOVIE
KIDDIE CRAFT CLUB: EGGS AND CHICKS
2-3 pm CAR-CVC. Fun nature crafts for
preschoolers and their parents.
QUICKSTART KAYAKING
5-8 pm SZ. For the recreational kayaker. Basic strokes
and safety. PR and pay $35 by 3/31. Participants must
be 16 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by
a participating adult.
HSP
FULL PINK MOON HIKE
6:30-8 pm WR-WVC. Come out and hike by the
light of the Full Pink Moon of April.
TUESDAY 3
KIDDIE CRAFT CLUB: EGGS AND CHICKS
10-11 am CAR-CVC. See 4/2 description.
PARK PALS: LITTLE CRITTERS
1-2 pm FCR-FCNC. Preschoolers and an adult
companion can learn about some of the unusual
insects and small animals that make the Smoky
Mountains home. Afterwards, explore the exhibit on
your own for $1.
MOVIE
WEDNESDAY 4
PARK PALS: LITTLE CRITTERS
10-11 am FCR-FCNC. See 4/3 description.
MOVIE
THURSDAY 5
BIRDWATCHING FOR BEGINNERS
7-9 pm SRR-JWC. Join Carol Leininger, volunteer
naturalist and LCCC Biology Professor Emeritus, for this
four-session (4/5, 12, 19, 26) birding class. Registration
fee includes all materials and a birding book. PR by 3/29
and pay $5 at the door.
FRIDAY 6
HSP
A-WAKE ON THE BEACH
9-10:00 am LVP Meet the first Friday of every month
at Lakeview Park to share coffee and a walk on the
beach. Meet at the Rotary Gazebo at the west end.
HOMESCHOOLERS: EASTER EGGS FROM THE GARDEN
10 am-Noon WVC. Join us for a fun, hands-on class and
learn how to decorate Easter eggs using natural material
you already have in your kitchen and garden. You will
learn how to brew colorful dyes. Each participant will
choose the technique and color they like best and
decorate an egg to take home. No fee. PR by 4/4
SATURDAY 7
HSP
COFFEE GROUNDS CLUB
9-10:30 am SG. Take a stroll, have some coffee,
learn a thing or two about plants. See related article.
HSP
MARSH HIKE
9-10:30 am SRR-JWC.
6TH ANNUAL EGG HUNT
10 am SG. Kids under 12 hunt for eggs and surprises.
Hunt starts at 10 am sharp. Parking is limited.
HSP
BEAVER CREEK WALK
10-11 am ABC. Participate in a naturalist-led walk
through the trails along the Beaver Creek.
EASTER EGG HUNT
10-11:00 am LVP For ages 2-5. Join us for an
outdoor Easter egg hunt at Lakeview Park. Bring
your own Easter basket for eggs. Dress for weather.
Meet at the Rotary Gazebo at the west end.
CRAFTS FOR KIDS: SPRING!
10-11:30 am CAR-CVC. Spring crafts designed
specifically for school-aged kids and their adult
companions.
HSP
ANYONE OUT THERE?
1-2:30 pm CAR-CVC. Hike the trails in search of
spring critters.
HSP
WAKE UP, WILDLIFE
2-3:30 pm VRR-CB. Learn about the animals at Mill
Hollow that are waking up after a long winter’s nap.
Also make an animal craft to take home.
SUNDAY 8
MOVIE
MONDAY 9
HSP
WOODLAND HIKE
11 am-Noon FCR-FCNC.
TUESDAY 10
HSP
SENIOR HIKING CLUB
9-10 am CAR-CVC. Join us for an invigorating hike.
For those 55+.
RUGHOOKING
11 am-3 pm FCR-FCNC. Anyone may join the monthly
gathering of local rughookers for lessons or ideas.
VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP: JOURNEY TO APPALACHIA
1-2 pm FCR-FCNC. The Hands-on Museum in
Johnson City, Tennessee, will present a live and
interactive program about the Smoky Mountains and
the surrounding Appalachian region. Interactive stories,
Cherokee culture, quilting and the Underground
Railroad will be included in the program.
HSP
SPRING PEEPERS
6:30-8 pm COL. Hike in search of these amazing
little frogs, and other early spring songsters.
HSP
SPRING HIKE
7-8 pm Avon Lake. Find out what is out and about in
the woods. Meet at Belle Rd. Park. Co-sponsored by
Save the Woods Committee.
WEDNESDAY 11
HSP
MORNING CRUISE
8-10 am COL. Take in the early morning sights and
sounds on this long hike.
MOVIE
FIRELANDS FLYFISHERS
6-9 pm FCR-FCNC. Catch their monthly meeting
and enjoy a featured speaker, along with instruction
on casting, fly tying, rod building, knot tying, and
more. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! Check out
www.firelandflyfishers.org for more information.
April
2007 Calendar of Events Pull-out Section
THURSDAY 12
PRESCHOOL IN THE GARDEN: FISH
10-11 am SGVC. Preschoolers and their parents
learn about fish with crafts and stories.
MAMMALS OF THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS
2-3 pm FCR-FCNC.
6:30-7:30 pm FCR- FCNC. Learn about the amazing
mammals that make the Smoky Mountains their
home through fun facts and hands-on activities. A
live skunk and opossum will be on hand. Afterwards
HSP
HIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH
6 pm BRR-BUR Learn how to monitor your workout
through target heart rate during this first hike in
this hiking series.
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11 am-Noon FCR-FCNC. Discover some of the
lizards and their habitats during this slide show
presentation presented by the Northern Ohio
Association of Herpetologists, then meet some live
lizards up close. Afterwards visit our Smoky
Mountains exhibit ($1/person).
ASTRONOMY: SPRING RINGS
SATURDAY 14
FLOWER GARDEN COLOR AND DESIGN BASICS
10 am-Noon WVC. Fran Blank will teach the basic
“rules” of garden design. Bring pictures of your
gardens to share and for design help. Come early
and you will have time to look through Fran's
garden inspiration notebooks. Registration includes
handouts, refreshments, and local discount
coupons. PR and pay $25 by 4/11.
HSP
WOODS HIKE
11 am-Noon SG. Hike the woods in search of spring.
THE YUKKIES!
1-2 pm FCR-FCNC. You may think they are really
gross and disgusting... or way cool. We will take a
look at some of the lesser-known critters who call
the Smoky Mountains home! Afterwards visit our
Smoky Mountains exhibit ($1/person).
HSP
SALAMANDERS
1-2:30 pm SRR-JWC. Review Ohio’s species with a
short slide program and search the park for living
representatives.
MOVIE
PANSY LIVING WREATH
2-4 pm VRR-CB. Let Jodi from Mill Hollow Nursery
help you make a gorgeous living wreath brimming
with frost-proof pansies, violas and ivy. All materials
are included. PR and pay $60 by 4/9.
SUNDAY 15
HSP
WILDFLOWER FOLKLORE HIKE
10-11 am VRR-AMP. Learn interesting stories about
spring wildflowers while hiking through Bacon Woods.
EXHIBIT: THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS...LAST DAY!!!
10 am-4:30 pm FCR-FCNC. This is the last day to
enjoy our 12th major exhibit! See live plants, live
animals - including black bear cubs! - and natural
features that make the Great Smoky Mountains
National Park such an amazing place. Admission
$1/person. See related article.
HSP
CRITTER COUNT HIKE
1-2:30 pm SRR-JWC. We’ll keep track of animal
species encountered on this walk.
SMOKY MOUNTAIN JEOPARDY GAME
2-3 pm FCR-FCNC. Try your hand at this family
game about fun facts and trivia of the Smoky
Mountains. For the winning edge take a close look at
our exhibit before the game ($1/person for exhibit).
SPRING CONTAINER GARDEN
2-4 pm VRR-CB. Let Mill Hollow Nursery help you
create a spectacular container garden that can be
kept outside without fear of frost. PR and pay $10 by
4/10. Fee goes toward plants and container. Bring
money for additional plants.
TUESDAY 17
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ART SHOW: CELEBRATION OF ART
5-7 pm FCR-FCNC. Kick-off reception for the art
students and families of Sheffield Middle School and
Brookside High School. Show hangs through May 9.
See related article.
WEDNESDAY 18
HSP
SPRING BIRD HIKE
7:30-9 am COL. Bring your binoculars and books as
we search for a variety of spring migrants.
HSP
WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING
7:30-10:30 am SRR-JWC. Join us for this birding
hike series.
PRESCHOOL BEACH BUDDIES: SAND
10-11:00 am LVP We will make a craft project and
do movement exercise activities for those pre-K.
Dress for outdoor weather. Meet at the Rotary
Gazebo at the west end.
VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP: PEARL HARBOR WITNESS TO HISTORY
7-8 pm FCR-FCNC. Through the technology of
distance learning, we will connect with Pearl Harbor
and listen to the stories of survivors of the bombing
in 1941. See related article.
THURSDAY 19
WATERCOLOR: SPRING SCENES
9:30-11:30 am FCR-FCNC. Artist and instructor,
Clela Stelnicki will teach various techniques in
watercolor during this four-week program (4/26,
5/3, 5/10). Supplies necessary and extra. PR by 4/14
and pay $35 at door.
MOVIE
HSP
WOODS HIKE
2-3 pm SG. Hike the woods in search of spring.
FRIDAY 20
ASTRONOMY: SPRING BREAK SPECIALS
PRESCHOOLERS/HOMESCHOOLERS: EARTH DAY PARTY
10 am-Noon WVC. In conjunction with the upcoming
celebration of Earth Day, youngsters are invited to
learn all about nature’s recyclers, including a live
turkey vulture on hand. Space is limited. PR by 4/17.
SATURDAY 21
HSP
SPRING WILDFLOWERS
9-10:30 am SRR-JWC. Take a leisurely walk through
the spring woods and identify flowers along the way.
WELCOME TO NEW LAKEVIEW PARK
10-11:00 am LVP Go on a hike around the grounds and
learn the exciting plans for Lakeview Park. Will include
a look at architectural plans for the bathhouse and
grounds. Meet at the Rotary Gazebo at the west end.
HSP
FLOWERING TREES TOUR
11 am-Noon SG. Walk the garden learning about
our flowering trees.
HSP
SCOUTS HIKE
1-2:15 pm CAR-CVC. Webelos scouts can earn
their Naturalist and Forestry badges during this fun hike
and lesson guided by a metro parks’ naturalist. PR by 1/8.
PERENNIAL PLANT SWAP
1-3 pm COL. In celebration of Earth Day, plant a
new flower in your yard! Separate your perennials,
label them, pack them in various size containers,
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have any to trade? Stop by anyway to learn about
perennials and what you can do in your yard.
Participation is free, but call to reserve a spot by
4/16. Held rain or shine.
V IS FOR VICTORY PARTY
1:30-3:30 pm FCR-FCNC. World War II was going
on overseas, but what was life like on the home
front? We can find out by taking a look at the life
of a character from a popular girl’s series of books.
Geared for girls ages 8 and up and an adult
companion. PR by 4/15 and pay $5 for each girl and
$1 for each adult. See related article.
HSP
BROWNIE HIKE
2:30-3:45 pm CAR-CVC. Girl Scout Brownies can
earn part of the requirements for several “Try-its”
during this program filled with fun lessons, a hike,
and live animals. Try-its included: Eco-Explorer,
Animals, Watching Wildlife, Plants and Water
Explorer. PR by 1/8.
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EARTH DAY EXTRAVAGANZA
Noon-4 pm CAR-CVC. Join us for a festival as we
celebrate Earth Day 2007 – a fun-filled, family
event. See related article.
DO-IT-YOURSELF BASKETS: VEGGIE BASKET
Noon-4 pm FCR-FCNC. This 9" round, wood-based
basket has a fancy accent row of dyed reed with an
insert of five compartments. Beginners. PR by 4/15
and pay $24 at the door.
PERENNIAL PLANT SWAP
1-3 pm COL. See 4/21 description.
TRAM RIDES
1-4 pm SG. Ride our tram to see the garden.
MOVIE
PERENNIAL PLANTS FOR BUTTERFLIES
2-2:30 pm. COL. This program will help you
understand plants needed to attract butterflies and
teach you how to design a butterfly garden of your own.
HERB GARDEN WORKSHOP
2-4 pm VRR-CB. Create and take home your
own herb garden as Mill Hollow Nursery guides
you through your selection, planting and care of
your herbs. PR and pay $10 by 4/16. Fee goes
toward plants and container. Bring money for
additional plants.
OPEN MIKE
7-8:30 pm FCR-FCNC. Here’s a chance to share a
song, your voice, and your love of music with local
musicians and a live audience. Or just sit back with
your family and enjoy great entertainment and a fun
café atmosphere.
TUESDAY 24
HSP
SENIOR HIKING CLUB
9-10 am CAR- CVC. See description on 4/10.
NATURE KIDS: MUSHROOMS
10-11 am ABC. Preschoolers and an adult
companion learn about mushrooms through various
games, hands-on activities and a hike.
WEDNESDAY 25
HSP
WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING
7:30-10:30 am SRR-JWC. See 4/18 description.
HOMESCHOOL NATURE DAY: MUSHROOMS
10-11 am VRR-CB. Homeschoolers ages 5 and up
learn about mushrooms through many activities and
a hike.
MOVIE
PRESCHOOL CSI: WILDFLOWERS
2-3 pm CAR-CVC. We will investigate how a seed
becomes a flower through a craft and a hike.
HSP
SPRING SOUNDS
7-8:30 pm COL-BL. Birds, frogs, and more! Come
enjoy the sunset as you listen to the sounds of spring.
HSP
WOODCOCK WALK
7:30-9 pm SRR-JWC. We’ll search for this odd and
elusive bird and look and listen for its amazing
aerial courtship display.
THURSDAY 26
PRESCHOOL CSI: WILDFLOWERS
10-11 am CAR-CVC. See description 4/25.
FRIDAY 27
PRESCHOOLERS: ARBOR DAY
10 am-Noon WVC. Bring your youngsters to this fun
and hands-on program about trees and all the things
we get from them.
HSP
FROGS AND TOADS
7-9 pm SRR-JWC. Learn to identify Sandy Ridge’s 8
species of frogs and toads in the Wetland Center, then
hike the marsh to practice your newfound skills.
SATURDAY 28
9 am-5 pm FCR-FCNC. Course meets all Ohio and
Federal mandatory requirements. Taught by ODNR
Division of Watercraft Instructor.
HSP
KIDS’ SCAVENGER HIKE
10-11 am CAR-CVC. Kids aged 2-12 and their adult
companions are welcome to join in the search for
nature-related objects along the Short Loop Trail.
GARDENING FOR BEGINNERS
10 am-Noon WVC. Learn how to properly prepare
and work your garden for the upcoming season.
Expect to go outdoors and get your hands dirty!
HERB FAIR
10-4 pm VRR-CB. Get a jump start on the planting
season. Come and see what is available from local
growers and vendors this year. Plants, herbals, food,
and fun activities for the kids will be available at this
annual two-day event.
GIFT CD ALBUM
1-3 pm FCR-FCNC. This special album will make
a great gift or just keep it for yourself! It will hold
pictures or music CDs in its many pockets.
Instructed by Melanie Dougall, Close to My Heart
representative. Bring cutter and adhesive; all other
supplies provided. PR by 4/23 and pay $15 at
the door.
HSP
SPRING WILDFLOWER HIKE
1-3 pm IHR. Indian Hollow is a great “wildflower”
park and contains many unusual species.
SUNDAY 29
HERB FAIR
12-4 pm VRR-CB. See description 4/28.
HSP
BIKE AND HIKE
1-2:30 pm COL. Bring your bike, helmet, and
hiking shoes for a fun-filled afternoon of biking and
hiking on 3 different trails.
HSP
SPRING WILDFLOWERS HIKE
2-3:30 pm FCR-FCNC.
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Open now through April 15
10 am – 4:30 pm everyday,
Thursdays open until 8 pm
Admission $1 per person
Call (440) 949-5200 for more information.
All the cars,
cars plus more towns growing close to the park,
park mean there
is more pollution in the park. People are not able to see as far when
they get to look-out areas because of the pollution. Some plants and
animals that aren’t naturally found in the park have also started to
call the park home. An insect is attacking Frasier fir trees and many
are dying. Wild boars are eating acorns, which is the food that the
black bear also likes to eat. People are trying to help solve some of the
problems or at least become aware of them in the hopes that everyone
will be able to enjoy the Smoky Mountains for a long, long time.
The Smoky Mountains exhibit is only at French Creek Nature
Center until April 15. Come visit and you might hear a waterfall
or see some wildlife when you . . . take a closer look.
Decide which of these pictures are Smoky Mountains
“then” and which are Smoky Mountains “now.”
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The Lorain County Metro Parks:
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The First Fifty Years
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The story of the first
fifty years of Lorain County
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Metro Parks has been captured
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and will go on sale on April 30
On May 6, 1957, Probate Judge Harold S. Ewing appointed the first three members of the Lorain County Metro Parks’ Board of Park Commissioners: Mr. C.
Leon Lehman, Mr. J.B. Johnson and Mr. Wallace Chapla. They guided the district
through its early years. Sixty acres of land, now known as the Vermilion River
Reservation, was donated by Dorothy Bacon Demuth.
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The success that is today’s Lorain County Metropolitan Park District comes from a fifty-year history of
stories, events, people, and benchmarks that are, all at the same time, surprising, amazing, strange, and
inspiring. Everything — from the “Paper Park District” beginnings to the award-winning computerized
reservation system; from early picnic tables made out of recycled utility cable spools to the multi-generational, year-round recreation of Splash Zone; from the “out of this world” playground called Astro City to one
of the county’s longest foot trail bridges that crosses the Black River twice within its thousands foot span;
from Otto Schoepfle’s garden that grew to the cutting-edge program technology of Interactive Video Distance
Learning; and from the ’69 flood and the ’92 tornado to the majestic return of the bald eagle to Lorain County
— is a part of the history and story of how Lorain County Metro Parks has grown as a park district.
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Lorain County Metro Parks would like to thank the citizens of Lorain County for their support during
the past 50 years and looks forward to continued public input and support for another 50 years.
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THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS
It is hard to believe, but the Lorain
County Metropolitan Park District
will turn 50 this year. Through all
of this time, millions of people have
ventured forth to enjoy the park
district’s large and diverse menu of
programs, facilities, and reservations.
While some people and families have
only had a glimpse of the many offerings and sights of the metro parks,
some have become “regulars.” The
following images depict some of the
old and new places and programs of
your Lorain County Metro Parks. How
many of them are familiar to you?
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The river named this first park reservation, but most know it by the
hard-working building that left the
area almost 100 years ago. What is
the true name of this park? What
is its common nickname?
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This really cool guy hung out for
a while at one of the parks. What
park? Why was he there?
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This boxy building was once a park
district nature center. What was it
called? What park reservation was
it in? What happened to it?
4 Who is this flower lover? Why is
he so significant to the history of
the Lorain County Metro Parks?
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This may be the longest footbridge
in the county. Where is it located?
What is the name of the trail?
Using today’s designation, what
park was this bridge in? What was
this park’s full former name?
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This old trail sign was in which
park? What is the name of the
picnic area in this park?
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This hard-working man is participating in which long-running program? Where is this program held?
Who does this man work for?
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What is the significance of this
old house? Where was it located?
10 Who is this character?
Who replaced him?
11
What trail is this? What was it
before it became a trail?
12 Where is this house located? It
was once associated with which
college? It was once a stop along
a famous railroad line. What
was the name of this railroad?
13 This is not Cape Canaveral, but
a Lorain County Metro Park.
Which one? What was this
futuristic structure’s name?
16 While this park facility might be
only a short drive away, it is a place
where long drives are sought. What
is the name of this park area?
17 Roses are red, and evenly spaced,
but do you know the location of
this place? How was this garden
funded? What adjacent venue at
this park would bowl you over?
18 This place is pretty new, and
pretty wet. What is the name of
this park reservation?
15
16
18
4
19
20 Where was this former metro park’s
zoo? Name a similar facility today.
15 It is ribbon-cutting time at which
park? What is significant about the
financing of this park reservation?
To help you with the answers please
refer to the photos on page 7.
20
18
17
19 What was the name of this small
structure? Before this structure
came to the park district, what
function did it perform?
14 This park is full of holes. What
kind? What stream flows through
this park?
17
Vermilion River Reservation. Mill Hollow.
French Creek Reservation (French Creek
Nature Center). He was part of the major
temporary exhibit called The World of the
Mammoth.
Outdoor Education Center (or OEC). Carlisle
Reservation. The westbound lanes of US 20
now pass exactly over its former foundation.
Otto Schoepfle. He not only donated his
incredible garden to the park district, but
he seeded a multi-million dollar trust that
would take care of it in perpetuity.
Black River Reservation. Bridgeway Trail.
Caley Reservation. Wellington Creek
Reservation Caley National Wildlife Woods.
French Creek Reservation.
Pine Tree Picnic Area.
Pioneer Days was started 30 years ago at Vermilion River Reservation. He is a volunteer
for the Friends of Metro Parks.
It was the first headquarters of the Lorain
County Metro Parks. 126 Second Street, Elyria.
Ranger Andy was the first mascot of the
metro parks. Chip E. Munk replaced him.
North Coast Inland Trail. The former bed of
the Toledo, Norwalk, and Cleveland Railroad.
French Creek Reservation. Oberlin College
(as the Sheffield Manual Labor Institute).
Underground Railroad.
Black River Reservation had the outof-this-world playground, Astro City.
Indian Hollow Reservation had quarry
holes and the Black River East Branch flows
through it today.
Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation’s funding
came from one-third by the metro parks;
one-third by the city of Amherst; one-third
by donations.
Forest Hill Golf Course (formerly
Forest Hill Golf Center).
Lorain County Metro Parks took over the
upkeep of Lakeview Park in 2006. The Rose
Garden was restored by donations from the
citizens of Lorain County. Lawn Bowling.
Wellington Reservation opened
in September of 2006.
Mill Hollow Nature Center.
It was a chicken coop!
Vermilion River Reservation.
Carlisle Raptor Center.
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12
Seven
Fun at Splash Zone
CARDIO KICKBOXING: This total body workout
DROP-IN WATER AEROBICS: This ongoing water
class is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Please
contact Splash Zone (440) 774-5059 for current
dates and times (monthly schedules vary).
DROP-IN WATER ARTHRITIS: Our popular water
arthritis class will continue to be offered on Monday
and Thursday mornings from 9:30-10:15. This class
is very low impact and great for your joints!
YOGA: This gentle class will include stretching, deep
relaxation techniques and breath control. Classes
will meet once a week for 6 weeks.
Wednesdays 11:30 am – 12:45 pm or 5:30 – 6:45 pm
Session: Feb 21-28 March 7-14-21-28
Session: April 4-11-18-25 May 2-9
6 week session fee: Members $35 / Non-members $50
Drop-ins available – Members $6 / Non-members $9
TAI CHI: Our very popular Tai Chi class is beneficial
to all age groups. This gentle and flowing class provides full range of motion movement and is a great
stress buster. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks.
Mondays 7 – 8 pm
Session: April 2-9-16-23-30 May 7
Tuesdays 10:30 – 11:30 am
No Drop-ins
TAI CHI BASICS: If you have tried Tai Chi and found
yourself among too many advanced students, this beginner class will help you become more comfortable.
Class time will be spent learning the basic building
blocks of Tai Chi, including proper stepping, turning
and hand/foot coordination.
Tuesdays 9:30 – 10:30 am
No Drop-ins
THIGHS, BUTTS, GUTS AND MORE: Burn and firm
with this 45-minute toning workout that incorporates small bursts of cardio. This fun workout
is amazingly varied, yet easy to follow.
Mondays 5 – 5:45 pm
Wednesdays 4 – 4:45 pm
Thursdays 5 – 5:45 pm
Session: Feb 22 March 1-8-15-22-29
Eight
Eight
will incorporate the step and floor exercises to
give you the best workout in years! This class is
held twice per week and is suitable for all levels.
Mondays and Wednesdays 9 – 10 am
Session: Feb 19-21-26-28
March 5-7-12-14-19-21-26-28
Session: April 2-4-9-11-16-18-23-25-30 May 2-7-9
TOTAL BODY TONING: This class is designed for
all fitness levels. We will condition muscles to
strengthen and tone your entire body. This class
is held twice per week and is suitable for
all levels.
Mondays and Wednesdays 10 – 11 am
Session: Feb 19-21-26-28
March 5-7-12-14-19-21-26-28
Session: April 2-4-9-11-16-18-23-25-30
May 2-7-9
der! Parents must be here to accompany child.
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION CLASS: This class will provide you with the
skills and knowledge to prevent, recognize and
respond to emergencies. This newly updated class
is 31 hours long and all classes must be attended
for certification. Participants must be at least 15
years of age and a pre-requisite swim test must be
passed on the first day of class.
Classes will be held over spring break –
Monday, April 9 – Friday, April 13, 8 am – 2 pm
Fee: $160 – Proof of age must be shown.
SWIM LESSONS
Members $35/ Non-members $50
Saturday Mornings
April 14-21-28/ May 5-12-19
9 – 9:30 am
Preschool A
9 – 9:45 am
Level 3
9:35 – 10:05 am
Goldfish
STEP AEROBICS: This step class is a low impact,
9:50 – 10:35 am
Level 4
higher intensity workout than floor aerobics.
The step portion of the class is designed to
exercise the heart and burn calories. This class
can accommodate the beginner stepper, as well
as intermediate and advanced. This class is held
twice per week.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 6 – 7 pm
Session: Feb 20-22-27
March 1-6-8-13-15-20-22-27-29
Session: April 3-5-10-12-17-19-24-26
May 1-3-8-10
10:10 – 10:40 am
Preschool B
10:40 – 11:25 am
Level 5/6
10:45 – 11:15 am
Toddler
Level 2
11:20 – 11:50 am
Penguin
Preschool A
11:30 am – Noon
Goldfish
11:55 am – 12:25 pm
Preschool B
BOOT CAMP: This new class is sure to get you
in shape! The class will incorporate high energy
aerobics and strength training to burn fat, tone
and increase your energy.
Mondays 6 – 7 pm
Thursdays 9 – 10 am
Session: Feb 22 March 1-8-15-22-29
SCUBA: Underwater Dive Center will be offering
open water SCUBA classes. Please contact Underwater Dive Center at (440) 324-3434 for more
information!
“SEA”STER EGG HUNT: Join us Friday, March 30,
at 6 pm for our second annual Easter egg hunt!
This year’s hunt will be bigger and better than
last year! Eggs will be hidden both indoors and
outdoors, so dress accordingly! Please bring your
own basket for your eggs. Please pre-register;
space is limited to 100 children ages 12 and un-
Toddler
Penguin
Level 2
Preschool C
Tuesday Evenings
March 20-27/ April 10-17-24/ May 1
5 – 5:30 pm
Preschool A
Goldfish
5:35 – 6:05 pm
Preschool B
Toddler
6:10 – 6:40 pm
Level 2
6:10 – 6:55 pm
Level 3
Thursday Evenings
March 22-29/April 12-19-26/May 3
5 – 5:30 pm
Penguin
Preschool C
5:35 – 6:05 pm
Level 2
Goldfish
6:10 – 6:40 pm
Preschool A
6:10 – 6:55 pm
Level 4
Punch cards are available for classes
(excluding Tai Chi)
Water Aerobics / Arthritis
11 classes
Class Pass
(includes all land classes, except Tai Chi)
10 classes
Friends of Metro Parks
The Honor Roll is our way of publicly thanking
individuals, families, organizations, and
corporations for their donations to the
Lorain County Metro Parks — be it through
volunteer services, monetary gifts, or other.
Calling all teens ages 13 to 17. Do
you enjoy the metro parks? Would
you like to get more involved?
Friends of Metro Parks in Lorain
County will be starting a Teen Corps
beginning in June. It’s going to be
fun and a great learning experience.
Watch the next Arrowhead and flyers
that will be posted in May for more
information.
If you would like information on making a
donation, please contact the Public Information
Office at (440) 458-5121.
Honor Roll
Firelands Garden Club, Birmingham
Thomas and Luz Higgason, North Ridgeville
Forever Friends Pet Hospital, Grafton
Gail Volpe, LaGrange
Lorain County Chapter OHC
Foxwood Farms, Grafton
Friends of Lorain County Metro Parks
Lorain County Hookcrafters
Memorial Contributions
HIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH 2007
Are you looking for a way to keep on track with your 2007 New Year’s
resolution? Look no further than Hike for Your Health presented by
Lorain County Metro Parks and Lorain County Community College’s
Division of Health, Physical Education and Recreation. Please join us on
the second Thursday of each month starting in April at alternating locations
In memory of Gail Neal, a gift to the Metro
of Black River, French Creek and Sandy Ridge Reservation. This program was
Parks Memorial Tree Fund from the Lake
developed by the Lorain County Metro Parks Ranger Department to help
Terminal Railroad Company.
residents of Lorain County get in shape and stay in shape! The program is
designed to teach behavior skills such as goal setting, attaining self-rewards,
In memory of Lawrence Gmucs, a gift for a
managing stress and identifying risk factors. It will also teach participants
park bench from Jack and Leslie Snyder.
to incorporate physical activity into their daily routines. Designed for the
In memory of “Augie,” a gift for a park bench
beginner hiker, these brisk-paced hikes will range from 1 to 2 miles in
from the wife and children of Milan Kajganich.
length and are designed to take you away from the hustle and bustle of daily
life. Hiking is a great mind and body exercise. Those who attend 5 out of
Special Thanks to the following
the 7 hikes will receive a
for their participation in the
“Hike for your Health”
Adopt-A-Raptor Program:
T-shirt! These hikes also
Arlan W. Koachway, Lorain
March 13, 10 – 11 am or 7 – 8 pm
qualify for the Friends
Judy Schutz, North Ridgeville
Carlisle Visitor Center
of Metro Parks Hiking
Vicki Dussel, Grafton
March 10, – 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Stick Program (see article
Mark and Pam Johns, Elyria
French Creek Nature Center
below) and the Lorain
Lisa Konnerth, Amherst
Join us for an overview of the
County Walks Program.
Arlene Evans, Elyria
For more information
volunteer
opportunities
availLaGrange Sodbusters 4-H Club
on the Lorain County
able at your Lorain County
Sherry Clouser, LaGrange
Walks program contact
Metro Parks. We have so many
Elyria Kindergarten Village Gold Room
the Lorain County Health
Joann Russell, Elyria
great events this year that we
Department at 322-6367
th
Irving Elementary 6 Graders, Lorain
would love for you to be a part
or 244-2209.
David Walter, Westlake
of them. Friends of Metro
Patricia Martincak, Lorain
HIKING STICK PROGRAM
Parks members will be presJessica Widener, Amherst
Get off the couch and
ent to answer your questions,
Elaine Hurst, Sheffield Lake
get to the parks with
Mr. and Mrs. Blaise Miller, Elyria
discuss opportunities and get
the 2007 Hiking Stick
Ruth Wulfhoop, Elyria
you started! Please call (440)
Program sponsored by
S. Rocca Wesner, Wellington
458-5121 to register. What are
Friends of Metro Parks in
Francine Lamermier, Elyria
Lorain County, Inc. All
you waiting for? Call today!
Tamera Pepin, Elyria
you have to do is particiJoan Vacco, Avon
pate in 6 different hikes
Nancy and Richard Wisnieski, Lorain
in at least 4 different metro parks between April 1 and June 30, 2007. For
Philip Lyon, Elyria
doing all of that walking, “Friends” will reward you with a natural hiking
Mary Jane Tabor, North Ridgeville
stick and year pin. All of the hikes that qualify are listed in the calendar secIlona Jurek, Amherst
tion of The Arrowhead with an HSP symbol and are also listed on the metro
Mary Wilms, Amherst
parks website at www.LorainCountyMetroParks.com. Visit the program page
John Warzecha, Elyria
and pick your hikes! Just attend your first choice and the naturalist leading
Rebecca Hill, Oberlin
the hike will have the necessary paperwork. If you have participated in the
Andree Underwood, Vermilion
past, turn in your form after you have completed 6 hikes and a year pin will
Larry Erickson, Columbia Station
be mailed to you! We can’t make it much simpler than that. Questions?
Elizabeth Newman, LaGrange
Check out the website or call the park office at (440) 458-5121.
Gifts were received from Reita Basterfield
and Dorothy Hagerling for a park bench in
memory of Carol Portman.
CALLING ALL TEENS
MURDER MYSTERY
DINNER THEATRE
May 11, 12, 18, and 19
Join Friends of Metro Parks in Lorain
County, Inc. for a dessert recipe contest
that ends in a recipe for murder at the 3rd
Annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre.
“Just Desserts” will be presented by our
Mystery in the Parks players on May
11, 12, 18, and 19 with seating at 6:30
pm and dinner and your “Just Desserts”
served at 7 pm. A dessert only matinee
has been added this year on Saturday,
May 12, with seating at 12:30 pm and the
show at 1 pm. Tickets for dinner are $30
per person, $58 per couple, or $28 per
person for a group of 6 or more. Tickets
for the dessert only matinee are $15 per
person. Tickets are on sale now and may
be ordered by calling (216) 544-3865 and
leaving a message with your name, phone
number, date of show and the number
of tickets you would like to reserve.
You can also reserve tickets by emailing
[email protected]. “Just
Desserts” is by Craig Sodaro, and this
production is produced by special
arrangement with Eldridge
Publishing Company.
Joseph Marecz, Avon
Eleven
Maple Sugaring By Aimee Potonic, Sr. Naturalist
It’s that time of year again — time for MAPLE SUGARING!
As winter turns into spring, we begin to witness all the
MAPLE SUGARING
March 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, & 18
Noon – 4 pm
magic Mother Nature has to offer. From an increase in
daylight hours to the emergence of plant and animal life
from the earth and sky, a series of events springs into action. But before the bulk of these occur, the brief period of
time known as the “sap run” has already come and gone.
PANCAKE BREAKFASTS
At Carlisle Visitor Center
March 4, 10, 11, & 18
9 am – 2 pm
$5 adult
$3.50 children 3 – 10 yrs
2 and under eat free
(See calendar for details.)
In the summer, deciduous trees (those that drop their
leaves each fall) support their growth by producing their
own food through a chemical reaction known as “photosynthesis.” Water, collected from the roots and carried
up through a network of cells near the center of the trunk
called “xylem,” is combined with carbon dioxide and
sunlight, gathered from the chlorophyll in the leaves,
to make sugar. This sugar, present in the sap that flows
through more cells located in the outer part of the trunk
called “phloem,” provides nourishment to sustain the
growth of tissues in the trees.
Maples, like all deciduous trees in our area, prepare for the
long cold winter by entering a state of dormancy. Autumn’s
cooling temperatures, shortened days, and lengthened
nights trigger chemical changes in the trees’ physiological
makeup. The trees respond to these changes by halting the
uptake of water at the roots and by shedding their leaves.
Through the cold winter months, the trees remain in their
state of rest and wait until the coming of spring.
The warming temperatures and increase in daylight hours
brought on sometime between the end of February through
the month of March initiate the rising and falling of the
sap within the trunks of the deciduous trees. During these
warm days and cold nights, the sap run reaches a peak.
Until the trees’ buds burst into bloom, this sap can be
collected for use during maple sugar production. At that
point, more chemical changes occur within the trees,
turning the sap sour and ending the sugaring season.
Now that you know the basics of the sugaring process,
why not try your hand at maple sugaring?
During the first three weekends in March, the staff and
volunteers at the Carlisle Visitor Center welcome you to join
in on the fun! Start off the adventure indoors with a hearty
So why maples over oaks, walnuts, or hickories? Maples
stack of pancakes at the pancake breakfast before heading
have a higher percentage of sugar in their sap than other
tree varieties. And of the many maples in the family, Sugar outside for some hands-on fun. Journey through the sugar
bush to collect some maple sap, or travel by train to observe
and Black Maples are the preferred species to tap — their
the collection process, then visit the Sugar Shack to see
sap containing between 1 1/2 to 3 1/2 percent sugar.
After boiling down just 40 or so gallons of the sap collected where it’s boiled down into pure, sweet
maple syrup.
from these trees to a temperature of about 217 1/4°F,
the result is about a gallon of 100% pure maple syrup.
The Lorain County Metropolitan Park
District does not discriminate on the
basis of race, national origin, sex, religion,
J
oin us at Splash Zone for your next birthday party! Our meeting
age or disability in employment or the
provision of services. The Lorain County Metro Parks offers
room is available for your private use for 1 hour on weekends.
a diverse range of educational and recreational opportunities,
Your party guests may swim during all available open swim hours
generally free of charge. We welcome, encourage and support
and you’re welcome to provide food for your guests. Prior
participants in all activities. If you would like information
reservations are necessary and a $100 non-refundable deposit is
on support services, accessibility, assistive listening devices
required to hold your date. The $100 deposit will include your room
or programs, please contact the park office at: 458-5121 or
rental and up to 20 guests. Call today to reserve your special day!
1-800-LCM-PARK. Also, we can be found on the Web at:
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