Parks and Recreation
March 30, 2017 by Staff Report

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GEAUGA PARK DISTRICT

For more information on these programs, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit them online at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.

 

West Woods Wednesdays

Geauga Park District introduces West Woods Wednesdays Farm Market, taking place the last Wednesdays of June through September from 4-7 p.m. beneath the scenic shelters of The West Woods, 9465 Kinsman Road in Russell Township.

Approved vendors will provide honey items, herbal salves and teas, vegetables, maple syrup, bakery, hand-sewn market bags, gourmet bacon, handmade soaps, jams, self-watering plants and planters from recycling containers, and new vendors are still signing up to participate.

There will also be a Hunger Squad food truck on-site with a large variety of tasty meals, including their very popular maple pulled pork sandwiches.

Geauga Park District is still accepting applications from interested vendors, particularly those with fresh produce, flowers, breads/baked items and other similar products. Find the vendor application link on Bulletin Board on the park district website.

 

Twilight Hike & Campfire

April 1, 7-8:30 p.m.

Explore the woods at Chickagami Park and then head to a campfire for a sweet treat.

Backcountry Hike

April 2, 1-3:30 p.m.

Naturalist-led off-trail adventure exploring seldom-visited portions of Swine Creek Reservation through rugged terrain. Optional, bring a lunch at 12:30 p.m. to enjoy with other hikers. Registration required.

Backcountry Hike

April 8, 2-4:30 p.m.

Naturalist-led off-trail hike at The West Woods in search of wildlife and history into hidden ravines and rock ledges. Registration required.

Warbler Warm-up

April 9, 2-4 p.m.

The West Woods, Nature Center

Noted local birders Matt Valencic and Kelly Koslowski present techniques for identifying spring warblers using color patterns, habitat, behaviors and song. For novice to intermediate birders with handouts provided. Walk follows to find early songbird migrants. A collaboration with the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland.