Sports and Recreation
October 13, 2023
From: Cleveland MetroparksToday: Netflix’s Baby Animal Cam is live today from 2 to 4 p.m. EST! The new livestream show – only on Netflix – debuts today featuring a live look at the Zoo’s gorillas, rhinos, orangutans and otters!
Tomorrow: Get your tickets for Trick-or-Treat Fest presented by Citizens! Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s annual Halloween celebration is held Fridays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. through October.
Saturday: Join us at the free Fall Family Fishing Fest along the Ohio and Erie Canal for fishing opportunities for all anglers with prizes & more!
OFF-SEASON GOLF RATES START OCT. 16!
Enjoy off-season golf rates and take in the beauty of fall colors across all eight Cleveland Metroparks golf courses starting Oct. 16. Seasonal merchandise discounts are also available at all pro shops.
SEASONAL CLAMBAKES
Don’t miss seasonal clambakes returning to Merwin’s Wharf on weekends only through October 28! Clambakes are available on a first come, first served basis.
MUSHROOM MADNESS: UNDER THE ECLIPSE
Visit historic Look About Lodge for a free family event dedicated to mushrooms! Learn mushroom ID with expert Don King, visit with local mushroom clubs and artisans, and search out some fantastic fungi on guided hikes. Mushroom food dishes available for purchase between noon and 3 p.m.
UPCOMING NATURE PROGRAMS
Fri., Oct. 13:
- Join us for our annual hike of the Gorge Loop Trail in Brecksville Reservation at Hike For Tykes. Free, ages 3-5 years with adult.
- Take a fresh-air break and experience family-friendly activities at No-School Nature Day in North Chagrin Nature Center. Free.
Sat., Oct. 14:
- Drop-by Rocky River Nature Center for the Annular Eclipse and learn more about this phenomenon. Free.
- Drop-by All About Eclipses at the Watershed Stewardship Center to discover the inner workings of eclipses, create a cosmic craft to take home & more. Free.
- View the one-hour Movie: Eclipse Over America at CanalWay Center. Free.
Sun., Oct. 15:
- Meet us for Sunday Storytime at Brecksville Nature Center for a morning story, craft and short hike. Free, ages 3-6 years with adult, online registration required.
- Find out where all the leaves are going and why at Nature Sprouts: Leaf Thief Storybook & Craft in West Creek Reservation. Free, ages 3-5 years with adult.
- Join a naturalist for a story, a craft and a walk outdoors at Kids Love Autumn in Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. Free.
Mon., Oct. 16: Join a naturalist for a 30-minute, in-depth talk on lichen and a brief hike at Let’s Learn About Lichen in Rocky River Reservation. Free.
Tues., Oct. 17: Explore Mill Stream Run Reservation and learn about layering and gearing up for cooler temperatures at Trail Challenge: Cool Gear for Cool Weather. Free, registration required.