Cleveland Metroparks Weekly Spotlight

This Saturday: Join us at the annual Owl Hoot-enanny January 13 at North Chagrin Nature Center! See free-flighted hawks and amazing exotic owls and other raptors up close at this free, family-friendly event.

Chasing waterfalls: Join us for the free Winter Waterfall Series this January and February as we explore icy works of art from the well-known Mill Creek Falls to the hidden falls that lie deep within the Tinker's Creek Gorge.

Taking down your holiday lights? There's still time to donate your broken or used holiday lights and extension cords to help protect lions and cheetahs in Tanzania. Lights for Lions runs through February 10 at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (you don’t need an admission ticket to the Zoo to donate!).

Frostbite BBQ Returns to Merwin's Wharf

You’re invited to our annual Frostbite BBQ presented by Serpentini Chevrolet! Join us January 20 & 21 from noon to 8 p.m. at Merwin’s Wharf for house smoked BBQ specials served from the Cleveland Metroparks Food Truck, ice carving demonstrations and live music. Merwin's Wharf restaurant will also be open with its full food and drink menu and private igloo rentals. Menu and full details online.

Cleveland Metroparks Can Host Your Next Event!

Did you know that Cleveland Metroparks has more than 75 rental facilities for your next event? The online reservation service helps you quickly identify the perfect spot for all your event needs. Shelter reservations are now open for the 2024 season!

Last Weekend to try the Mystery Room in Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

It’s your last chance to see if you can solve the latest mystery to emerge at CanalWay Center. Gather your group of 2 – 6 of your friends and family, adults (required) and children, and see if you can solve this non-scary hunt for clues and revelations. The Mystery Room concludes Monday, Jan. 15.

Upcoming Nature Programs:

Fri., Jan 12: Meet at Look About Lodge for a story and some hands-on nature before heading outside for some fresh air at Littles at the Lodge. Free, ages 2 & under with adult.

Sun., Jan. 14: 

• Join a naturalist for an overview of constellations visible in the winter, then step into Rocky River’s portable StarLab and see for yourself at StarLab: Winter Sky. Free, registration required.
• Drop-by Rocky River Nature Center for a slithery meet-and-greet at Meet the Snakes! Free.

Mon., Jan. 15: School is out, so stop by West Creek’s Watershed Stewardship Center for a variety of fun and free activities at MLK Nature Play. 

Tues., Jan. 16: 

• Join us for a winter walk through the valley of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation as we look for waterfowl and birds of prey at Two Mile Tuesday. Free.
• Drop in North Chagrin Nature Center and make a take home bird feeder for our feathered friends at Bird Feeder Making. Ages 3 and up with adult.

Thurs., Jan. 18: Join a naturalist to learn about the Worden’s Ledges carvings in Hinckley Reservation at Worden’s in Winter. Free.