CLEVELAND METROPARKS WEEKLY SPOTLIGHT

• Dads get into Cleveland Metroparks Zoo FREE on Sunday, June 18 for Father’s Day courtesy of Wayside Furniture. 

• Rock the river! The Summer Concert Series presented by Serpentini Chevrolet moves to Merwin’s Wharf this Thursday, June 15. Enjoy happy hour from 4 to 8 p.m. with free live music from Shoreline Funk All Stars.

• Work underway: a new children’s play space is coming to Huntington Reservation this fall! Construction began this week on the Karen’s Way Play Space that will feature a willow tunnel, slide, playhouse, swing sets, a 50-foot kid-friendly zipline & more.

IT'S A BOY! HELP NAME THE ZOO'S BISON CALF

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s newest resident – a three-week-old male bison – needs a name! Vote now through June 19 for one of three names to help make a difference for bison conservation. Each of the names is culturally significant to indigenous communities restoring bison in the western United States.

GOLF DISCOUNTS THIS JUNE

Father’s Day Weekend: Golf at one of Cleveland Metroparks’ eight golf courses this Father’s Day Weekend. Enjoy 25% off men's apparel and shoes Thursday, June 15 through Sunday, June 18 at the clubhouses. 
 
$8 Golf Courtesy of Fox 8 News: Come play 9 holes at Shawnee Hills Golf Course in Bedford or Washington Golf Course in Newburgh Heights on Friday, June 23 after 10 a.m. for $8 courtesy of Fox 8 News!  

RESERVE YOUR SPOT FOR ASIAN LANTERN FESTIVAL

With over 150,000 visitors each year, Asian Lantern Festival presented by Meijer is one of Northeast Ohio’s most popular summer events. Advance discounted tickets are now on sale to secure your spot for the festival

EXPLORE HINCKLEY LAKE!

Watercraft rentals including kayaks, stand up paddleboards and pontoon boats are available at Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store seven days a week! 

UPCOMING NATURE PROGRAMS

Fri-Sun., June 16-18: 

• The Boy Scout Merit Badge: Forestry program at West Creek Reservation offers a chance to learn from professional foresters and park managers while earning the Forestry Merit Badge! $30, registration required.

Sat., June 17:

• Join us at Hinckley Reservation for Drop-By: Red Rover–Beavers and learn about the abundance of wildlife, including the beavers that live there! Free.
• Join Be OUT in Nature Hike to celebrate Pride Month with LGBTQ+ people and allies while enjoying the scenic views at the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. Free.
• Come to South Chagrin Reservation for the Riparian Ramble where you’ll hike and search for unique creatures that live along the Chagrin River. Free.

Sat-Sun., June 17-18: 

• Join us at the Wallace Lake Family Campout at Mill Stream Run Reservation and camp, fish, paddleboard, swim, kayak, and roast s’mores at this unique overnight event. Registration required. $10 per person.

Sun., June 18: 

• Come to West Creek Reservation for the Nature Sprouts: Patterns in Nature scavenger hunt to search for shapes and patterns that are hidden outside. Free, ages 3-5 years with adult.
• Come to Rocky River Nature Center for Drop-By: Dads in Nature and learn how different animal dads help to raise their young. Free.

Tues., June 20: 

• Come to Pop Up: Meet the Flying Squirrels for close-up encounters with our animal ambassadors – flying squirrels – at North Chagrin Nature Center. Free.

Wed., June 21: 

Learn about The Secret Life of Crows, ravens, and jays in this indoor-only program offered at Rocky River Nature Center. Free.