- Wild Winter Lights presented by NOPEC is transforming Cleveland Metroparks Zoo into a winter wonderland! Get your tickets now and save for this family-friendly holiday event beginning November 14.

 - Tomorrow: There’s only two weekends left to experience 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: Two dates remain to enjoy family-friendly hayrides through Mill Stream Run Reservation, operating Saturdays in October from noon to 4 p.m.

WORLDWIDE SPOTLIGHT ON CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO!

Netflix’s “Baby Animal Cam” is live today from 2 to 4 p.m. EST! The new livestream show – only on Netflix – features a live look at the Zoo’s gorillas, rhinos, orangutans and otters! Tune in live or catch up with episodes on demand any time.

FLOATING WETLANDS ON LAKE ERIE

This October, Cleveland Metroparks staff and volunteers installed over 1,200 square feet of floating wetlands along the Lake Erie shoreline at E 72nd/Gordon Park! Funded through a H2Ohio grant, the wetlands feature a variety of native plants and complement future large-scale habitat and shoreline restoration efforts as part of the long-term CHEERS project.

DON'T MISS THESE FALL CLAMBAKES AT MERWIN'S WHARF

Don't miss out on seasonal clambakes at Merwin’s Wharf! Clambakes are available on a first come, first served basis on weekends only through October 28.

TAKE IN THE BEAUTIFUL FALL FOLIAGE AT AN UPCOMING HIKE

Fri., Oct. 20: Learn the science behind fall colors on a brisk walk through Bedford Reservation at The Science of Fall Colors. Free.
 
Sat., Oct. 21:

 - Join us at Fall Hike as we explore the woodlands of Bedford Reservation. Free.

 - Take in the sweet splendor of color our forest displays this Sweetest Day at Sweet Fall Color Hike in Rocky River Reservation. Free.  

Sun., Oct. 22: Experience shades of red, yellow, orange, brown and green in Hinckley Reservation at The Colors of Fall. Free.
 
Mon., Oct. 23: Join a naturalist on this easy going hike through Parma's Tuxedo Park at Autumn Colors Hike: Tuxedo Park. Free.

FLY FISHING, HIKES, TRIVIA NIGHT & MORE!

Fri., Oct. 20: Join us at North Chagrin Nature Center for Evening With an Expert: Fungal Ecologist to learn about mycorrhizae and how fungi function in partnership with trees. Free.
 
Sat., Oct. 21:

 - Learn the best rig, casting techniques, and ways to read water at Fly Fishing for Steelhead in Rocky River Reservation. $25, ages 14 & up, registration required.
 
 - Join this monthly series to explore the trails in Mill Stream Run Reservation at Hike: Mill Stream Run. Free.  

Sun., Oct. 22:

 - Join a naturalist to learn how forests get their start, and how they continue to grow and change through time at Seeding the Forest Hike in West Creek Reservation. Free.

 -Junior Girl Scouts: Shapes in Nature explores shapes and sequences in the natural world including a hike. $5, registration required, please register scouts only.

 - Drop-by: Bats in North Chagrin Reservation is your chance to meet a live bat, do a craft and learn more about these fascinating animals! Free.
 
Wed., Oct. 25: Bring your nature trivia knowledge and join us at Big Met Grille in Rocky River Reservation for Cleveland Metroparks monthly Nature Trivia Night! Free.
 
Thurs., Oct. 26: Learn the basics to having a safe and enjoyable backcountry experience at Backpacking Basics in South Chagrin Reservation. $15, ages 12 & up, registration required.