Sports and Recreation
February 19, 2023
From: Cleveland MetroparksHELP NAME CLEVELAND METROPARKS K-9 PUPPIES!
Help name Cleveland Metroparks Police Department’s two new members of its police force – a male Belgian Malinois puppy and a male German Shepherd puppy!
For the next two weeks, you can help name the newest officers by casting your vote online with a donation at clevelandmetroparks.com/k9naming.
Your donation will support Cleveland Metroparks K-9 unit and provide the puppies with the necessary tools and equipment for success as well as enrichment for their other fellow K-9 officers Creed and Jett.
K-9 Puppies
THE FISH FRY IS BACK FEBRUARY 24!
Don't miss the return of Cleveland Metroparks’ annual Fish Fry February 24 through April 7. This year, online ordering and pick-up is available at four convenient locations across the Park District including Emerald Necklace Marina and Big Met, Sleepy Hollow and Shawnee Hills golf courses. Merwin's Wharf will also have fish fry specials every Friday!
CHALLENGE YOURSELF FOR BETTER HEALTH!
Discover new trails with Cleveland Metroparks 2023 Trail Challenge presented by Cigna! Complete 10 trails in 10 different reservations for a chance to earn a prize! Visit clevelandmetroparks.com/trailchallenge to learn more and sign up.
HEARTWARMING DEALS AT NATURE SHOPS ALL FEBRUARY
While Valentine’s Day is over, you can enjoy heartwarming deals at Nature Shops all month long including the 2023 calendar featuring stunning nature photography from your favorite Cleveland Metroparks locations. Naked Bee products are 15% off all month long and don’t miss new Cleveland Cavaliers gear, available in-store and online at clevelandmetroparks.com/shop.
UPCOMING NATURE PROGRAMS
Friday, Feb. 17:
-Hike to a Secluded Ravine to see the untouched beauty of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. Free.
Saturday, Feb. 18:
-Wander the woods of West Creek Reservation at Winter Woodpeckers. Free.
-Learn the basics of astronomy in Brecksville Reservation’s Trailside Program Center at Stories with the Stars. Free.
-Brush up on your identification skills at Birds and Coffee at North Chagrin Nature Center. Free.
Sunday, Feb. 19:
-Stop by Rocky River Nature Center and help participate in The Great Backyard Bird Count. Free.
Wednesday, Feb. 22:
-Enjoy the fields and forests of South Chagrin Reservation at Bird Walk. Free.
Friday, Feb. 24:
-Come discover more about the Elusive Flying Squirrel at Brecksville Nature Center. Free.
-Join us for an Enchanting Forest Hike through West Creek Reservation. Free.
-Venture down through Garfield Park Reservation at Hike to a Hidden Waterfall. Free.
Saturday, Feb. 25:
-Join our instructors for a full day of cross-country skiing at Wilderness Lodge XC Ski Adventure. Registration and fee required.
For a full list of upcoming programs, visit clevelandmetroparks.com.