Summer 2015: June - July - August programs

Penitentiary Glen Reservation
SUMMER 2015 ADVENTURES
To register for these programs, visit lakemetroparks.com or call 440-358-7275.
Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife
Center Open House:
Ms. V.’s Birthday
Sunday, June 7, noon to 4 pm
No registration necessary, FREE
Ms. V., the turkey vulture, is our oldest resident
at the Wildlife Center, and she is turning 30
years old this year! Celebrate with us as we learn
all about vultures and enjoy some birthday cake!
Train rides (weather permitting) from 1 to 3 pm
The Big Campout
Saturday–Sunday, June 27–28,
noon Saturday to noon Sunday
All ages (younger than 18 with adult),
$25 per campsite
Enjoy nature programs, hikes and family
activities while camping in your tent or camper
at Penitentiary Glen! No electrical or water
hookups. Pre-register early!
Concerts & More at the Glen:
A Summer Evening Entertainment Series
Enjoy a summer evening surrounded by nature at Penitentiary Glen Reservation’s outdoor
amphitheater. Bring a lawn chair. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase. Indoor
facilities are available in case of inclement weather. Alcoholic beverages permitted on site for
concerts and Shakespeare Festival only. No registration necessary.
Friday, June 5 7 to 8 pm
Animal Stories with Live Animals
Friday, June 19 7 to 8:30 pm
Concert: Boy = Girl (Paul Kovac & Jen Maurer)
Wednesday, June 24 7 to 8 pm
Puppets in the Park: My Busy Garden
Friday, July 10 7 to 8:30 pm
Concert: Prime Time Big Band
Sunday, July 19 7 to 9 pm
Cleveland Shakespeare Festival performs
“The Merchant of Venice”
Friday, August 14 7 to 8:30 pm
Wednesday, July 29 7 to 8 pm
Concert: Celtic Union
Puppets in the Park: On Jump Frog Pond
Friday, August 21 7 to 8 pm
Wednesday, August 5 7 to 8 pm
Family Storytime
Puppets in the Park: A Noisy August Night
PGIF: Penitentiary Glen Incredible Fridays
Fridays, 11 am to noon June 12 through August 14
Ages 5 to 10 (children with an adult) No registration required, FREE
This series of nature-based family programs includes games, outdoor exploring
and naturalist presentations on a wide variety of topics!
Super Star Party
Saturday, August 8, 8 pm to midnight
Families of all ages (younger than 18 with adult)
$5 ages 2 and older, younger than 2 FREE
This stellar event has universe-all appeal as it
includes indoor/outdoor activities for everyone.
• Night sky exploration (telescopes courtesy of
Chagrin Valley Astronomical Society)
• Presentation by a research astronomer
• Ongoing indoor StarLab presentations (ages
6 and older only)
• Cosmic craft
• Wild animal shows
• Nighttime train rides (register for train ride time:
8 pm, 9 pm, or 10 pm)
Note: Outdoor activities are weather dependent.
June 12 Hummingbirds
June 19 Turtle, Turtle
June 26 A Day for Ducks
July 3 Red, White & Blue
July 10 Tree Tales
July 17 Earth Rocks!
July 24 Water, Water Everywhere
July 31 Dragons & Damsels
Aug 7 StarLab
Aug 14 Muskrat Love
Arts & Crafts
Birding
the Wildlife Art of Linda Merchant
Ages 14 and older (younger than 18 with
adult), FREE
Beginners welcome. Bring binoculars if you
have them.
Saturday, August 29, 8 to 10 am
From Paws to Plumage:
August 22 through October 11
9 am to 5 pm daily, FREE
Experience the exquisite brush strokes and
vivid colors in the oil paintings of wildlife
artist Linda Merchant. Meet the artist at the
free opening reception on Saturday, August
22 from noon to 4 pm. Artwork available for
purchase.
Penitentiary Glen Reservation
8668 Kirtland-Chardon Rd.
Kirtland, Ohio 44094
440-256-1404
lakemetroparks.com
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Bird Walk
Children
X-Plorer Packs
Families, FREE
X-Plorer Packs are filled with fun nature games
and summer activities for the whole family.
Sign out a backpack and “X-Plore” the park
today! Adult required to sign out pack.
Lake Metroparks does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, nationality or disability in employment,
services, programs, or activities. Should special assistance be required in visiting and/or participating in programs or activities of
Lake Metroparks, please call 800-669-9226 or 440-358-7275 at least 48 hours in advance.
Family Campfires in the Park
All ages (younger than 18 with adult), FREE
Relax by the fire, hear a few stories, take a short
hike and bring something to roast over the fire.
Saturday, June 12, 7:30 to 9 pm
Friday, July 24, 7:30 to 9 pm
Saturday, August 15, 7:30 to 9 pm
Cosmic Kids
Ages 3 to 5, Fee: $5 for one child with one adult
Discover the wonders of the universe with
a short program in the inflatable StarLab
planetarium, songs, crafts and hands-on fun.
Wednesday, June 3, 10 to 11 am
Wednesday, June 3, 1 to 2 pm
Tremendous Trains
Ages 3 to 5, Fee: $5 for one child with one adult
Get up close to the trains and learn how they
work through stories and activities. Get your
special train ticket for your extra special train
ride. Cameras welcome!
Wednesday, June 17, 10 to 11 am
Wednesday, June 17, 1 to 2 pm
Wednesday, June 17, 3 to 4 pm
Wednesday, July 8, 10 to 11 am
Wednesday, July 8, 1 to 2 pm
Wednesday, July 8, 3 to 4 pm
Story Walk® at the Glen
NEW!
Ages 3 to 6 with an adult, FREE
No registration required.
Learn about nature as you read a book with your
child, page by page, along a stroller-friendly trail.
Maps with the Story Walk® trail can be found in
the Nature Center 9 am to 5 pm.
Busy, Buzzy Bees
Ages 5 to 9, Fee: $6
Meet a beekeeper, see live bees at our hive,
make a bee craft, taste honey and play a game.
Monday, June 29, 10 am to noon
Turtle Adventure!
Ages 5 to 12, Fee: $6 for one child with one adult
Search for turtles, make a craft and learn all
about these amazing reptiles. Dress to get wet.
Thursday, July 30, 10 am to noon
Thursday, July 30, 2 to 4 pm
Pond Discovery
Ages 5 and older, Fee: $5 for one child with one
adult
Get your hands and feet wet while exploring what
lives deep down in the mud and water. Dress to
get wet.
Monday, July 13, 2 to 3:30 pm
Catching Bugs
Ages 5 and older (younger than 18 with adult),
FREE
Nets and buckets provided for your adventure
searching for spiders, bugs and other creepy
crawlers.
Saturday, August 22, 1 to 2:30 pm
Astronamazing!
Ages 6 to 10, Fee: $5
Learn about outer space with games, hands-on
projects and 30 minutes in the inflatable StarLab
planetarium.
Wednesday, June 3, 4 to 5 pm
The Glen Back Then
Ages 6 to 12, Fee: $5 for one child with one adult
Learn how children enjoyed nature 100 years
ago and meet the nanny of the children who
lived at Hallefarm.
Wednesday, August 5, 2 to 3:30 pm
StarLab Family Fun
Ages 6 and older (younger than 18 with adult),
FREE
Meet summer’s greatest stars inside our indoor
StarLab inflatable planetarium.
Sunday, August 2, 3 to 4 pm
Kids’ Nature Club
Ages 8 to 12, FREE
This club meets once a month on Saturday
mornings to hike, explore, investigate and have
fun with nature! For more information, contact
Jann Glove at [email protected] or call
Pat Morse at 440-256-1404 x2101.
Clubs &
Partnerships
Train Rides
All ages (younger than 18 with adult), FREE
Compliments of Lake Shore Live Steamers
No registration required.
Ride the miniature train engines through the
woodlands, weather permitting. A naturalist will
engage visitors in line with a fun and interesting
topic.
Sunday, June 7, 1 to 3 pm
Sunday, July 5, 1 to 3 pm
Sunday, July 26, 1 to 3 pm
Sunday, August 9, 1 to 3 pm
Sunday, August 23, 1 to 3 pm
Hikes & Walks
Gorge Hikes
Ages 6 and older (younger than 18 with adult),
FREE
This challenging off-trail hike follows Stoney
Brook through the deep gorge.
Saturday, June 6, 1:30 to 4 pm
Saturday, June 20, 1:30 to 4 pm
Saturday, July 11, 1:30 to 4 pm
Sunday, July 19, 1:30 to 4 pm
Sunday, August 9, 10 am to 12:30 pm
Walks at the Glen
Ages 18 and older, FREE
The focus is nature, the pace is leisurely and the
benefits are many!
Thursdays, June 18, July 16, August 20, 6 to 7 pm
For more information on any of these programs or events,
call Penitentiary Glen Nature Center at 440-256-1404 or visit
lakemetroparks.com. Register online or call 440-358-7275.
Wine & Cheese Gorge Hike
Ages 21 and older, Fee: $15
Explore the gorge on a challenging hike and return
to the Nature Center for cheese, crackers and
other snacks. Wear waterproof footwear. Wine is
not provided, but participants may bring their own.
Saturday, August 29, 3:30 to 7 pm
Trail Cart Tour in the Park
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $5
Designed for individuals with limited mobility—
explore nature from our six-passenger golf carts
driven by a naturalist.
Halle History: Sat., June 13, 1 to 2 pm & 2 to 3 pm
Habitats: Sat., July 18, 1 to 2 pm & 2 to 3 pm
Wildlife: Sun., August 16, 1 to 2 pm & 2 to 3 pm
Nature
Fourth of July Butterfly Count
Ages 10 and older (younger than 18 with adult),
FREE
Join this multi-national butterfly survey and learn
more about butterflies. Come for an hour or all
day. Beginners welcome; off-trail hiking included.
Saturday, July 25, 10 am to 5 pm
Nature’s Neighbors: Skunks
Ages 6 and older (younger than 18 with adult),
FREE
Hold your nose as we learn all about the biology
and behavior of skunks.
Friday, July 24, 7:30 to 9 pm
Nature at Night
Firefly Fun!
Ages 5 and older (younger than 18 with adult),
FREE
Enjoy learning all about fireflies, then take a hike
to catch and release these fascinating insects.
Saturday, July 25, 8:30 to 9:30 pm
Owl Prowl
Ages 7 and older (younger than 18 with adult),
Fee: $5
Get an up-close look at Ohio’s owls. Learn where
they live and their special adaptations. Then take
a hike to look and listen for wild owls.
Saturday, August 22, 8:30 to 10 pm
Photography
Lake Metroparks’ 29th Annual
Amateur Photography Contest
June 13 through August 2, 9 am to 5 pm daily,
FREE
Check out the fabulous photographs in this
show featuring photo contest entries. See which
photos won in each category and then vote for
your favorite for the Visitors’ Choice Award.
Wildlife Photography
Ages 8 and older (younger than 18 with adult),
FREE
Bring your camera and get up close with the
native wildlife that make the Kevin P. Clinton
Wildlife Center their home.
Sunday, July 12, 10 am to noon