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adults<br />
Farm & Garden<br />
The Farmers’ Market at Farmpark<br />
Wednesdays through September 25, from 3 to 6 p.m.<br />
Local cheese, produce, eggs, bakery and honey plus handcrafted jewelry,<br />
pottery and more. Market is located in front of visitor center.<br />
First Tuesday in the Garden<br />
Ages 16 and older, FREE<br />
Join our butterfly garden volunteers in the Nature Center Gardens. Gain handson<br />
experience pruning and weeding; learn which perennials attract butterflies.<br />
Dress to mess outdoors. Beginners welcome.<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 1, max 5<br />
Tues., Sept. 3, 9 to 11 a.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Tues., Oct. 1, 9 to 11 a.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
From Harness to Hitch<br />
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $15<br />
Put on your boots and come see what it’s like to get a team of horses ready to<br />
drive. Everyone will learn to harness, line drive and drive our show wagon.<br />
Instructor: Rick LeMaster, min 5, max 12<br />
Sat., Oct. 26, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Farmpark<br />
Sat., Nov. 9, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Farmpark<br />
Hikes<br />
Weeknight Walks at the Glen<br />
FREE<br />
This year-round walking group meets at Penitentiary Glen Reservation, great<br />
for after work or before settling in for the night. The focus is nature, the pace is<br />
leisurely and the benefits are many! Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 8, max 50<br />
Thur., Sept. 5 through Oct. 31, 6 to 7 p.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Starbucks Saturday Morning Caffeine Hikers<br />
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $10<br />
Get fun, exercise and nature every Saturday with a steady-paced hike at a few<br />
of the larger <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Metroparks</strong>, warmed up by Starbucks coffee. Schedule to be<br />
emailed. Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 60<br />
Sat., Sept. 7, 8 to 10 a.m., Chapin Forest Reservation<br />
Wine & Cheese Hike<br />
Ages 21 and older, Fee: $20<br />
Enjoy a pleasant nature hike in the woods followed by wine and cheese in the<br />
lodge. Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 25<br />
Sat., Sept. 21, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Chapin Forest Reservation—TWIN<br />
Oktoberfest Gorge Hike<br />
Ages 21 and older, Fee: $20<br />
Explore the beautiful Penitentiary Glen gorge and return to the Nature Center<br />
for pretzels, nuts and samples of local beer. Please wear waterproof footwear<br />
and dress for a wet and challenging hike.<br />
Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 8, max 25<br />
Sat., Oct. 5, 3:30 to 7 p.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Access Granted Hike<br />
Ages 18 and older, FREE<br />
This is your chance to get behind closed gates and explore some of the<br />
properties with limited access and without trails. There will be stream<br />
crossings and hills to climb. Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 30<br />
Sun., Oct. 6, 9 a.m. to noon, Conley Road Property<br />
A Walk at the Park<br />
Ages 18 and older, FREE<br />
Enjoy a naturalist-led walk in the parks. We will explore the trails and learn<br />
about the property’s rich history. Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 10, max 30<br />
Thurs., Oct. 10, 1 to 2 p.m., Big Creek at Liberty Hollow<br />
Thurs., Nov. 14, 1 to 2 p.m., <strong>Lake</strong> Erie Bluffs<br />
History<br />
Lantern Tour at Liberty Hollow<br />
Age 18 and older, Fee: $10<br />
Take a short ride to the historic home of Eber Howe, abolitionist and Telegraph<br />
founder. Learn about the Underground Railroad as we retrace a mile hike with<br />
lanterns. Hike moderate difficulty.<br />
Instructor: Dan Maxson, min 10, max 24<br />
Sun., Sept. 15, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Environmental Learning Center<br />
Ghost Stories of <strong>Lake</strong> County<br />
Ages 21 and older, Fee: $15<br />
Step aboard a bus to see sites of some of <strong>Lake</strong> County’s most notable<br />
specters. Hear stories about Blue Girl, Van Gorder House & Medical College, a<br />
haunted lighthouse and more by a <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Metroparks</strong> guide.<br />
Instructor: Dan Maxson, min 10, max 15<br />
Mon., Oct. 21, 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 p.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Just for Fun<br />
Eco Café<br />
Ages 18 and older, FREE<br />
Join us on the third Wednesday of the month for guest speakers covering<br />
a variety of topics followed by informal discussion. Registration required.<br />
Refreshments served. min 10, max 50<br />
Topic: <strong>Lake</strong> County & the Underground Railroad; Wed.,<br />
Sept. 18, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Environmental Learning Center<br />
Topic: Chuck Jakubchak “Cute Chicks;” Wed., Oct. 16,<br />
7 to 8:30 p.m., Environmental Learning Center<br />
Dozens of Ducks<br />
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $40<br />
Migrating waterfowl, raptors and other birds are plentiful in the wetlands<br />
around Ohio’s only National Wildlife Refuge, Ottawa. Join us for an auto tour of<br />
natural areas usually closed to public visitation. Resident eagles are possible,<br />
too! Instructor: Naturalist Staff, min 5, max 8<br />
Sat., Oct. 12, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Penitentiary Glen Reservation<br />
Creative Campfire Cooking: Halloween Style<br />
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $8<br />
KISS, keep it simple silly. That’s how we are cooking for Halloween. Learn<br />
some tips and tricks and partake in your endeavors. Fee includes recipes, food<br />
and instruction. Instructor: Brian Davidson, min 10, max 16<br />
Tues., Oct. 15, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Environmental Learning Center<br />
Creative Campfire Cooking: Thanksgiving Feast<br />
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $8<br />
KISS, keep it simple silly. That’s how we are cooking turkey and all the fixings.<br />
Learn some tips and tricks and partake in your endeavors. Fee includes<br />
recipes, food and instruction. Instructor: Brian Davidson, min 10, max 16<br />
Thurs., Nov. 14, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Environmental Learning Center<br />
Intermediate SLR Digital Photography Classes:<br />
<strong>Fall</strong> Colors<br />
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $50<br />
Learn to capture the autumn colors in the woods. We will shoot the colors of<br />
the Big Creek Valley and return indoors to critique our work. A digital SLR is<br />
a must for this program. Instructor: Jason Dell, min 6, max 12<br />
Sat., Sept. 28, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Environmental Learning Center<br />
Night Photography<br />
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $40<br />
Join us as we learn how to shoot night photography at <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Metroparks</strong>’<br />
Halloween Hayrides. The class will emphasize lighting, flash and motion.<br />
You must have a SLR digital camera, SD card and tripod.<br />
Instructor: Jason Dell, min 6, max 12<br />
Sat., Oct. 19, 6 to 10 p.m., Farmpark<br />
Photo Editing<br />
Ages 18 and older, Fee: $40<br />
This class will be all about editing and post production. We will learn what it<br />
takes to make the perfect image prior to printing. Bring an SLR camera and<br />
SD card with photos to edit. Instructor: Jason Dell, min 6, max 12<br />
Sat., Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Environmental Learning Center<br />
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Pre-registration is required for most programs.