Geauga Park District
Dress for the weather and explore Geauga parks to earn scouting credit...
For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
Scout Days
Dress for the weather and explore Geauga parks to earn scouting credit. Registration is required for scouts only, but adult leaders must also attend.
On Nov. 9, from 10-11:30 a.m., Wolf Cub Scouts will learn how to use a map and compass, then use those skills to go on an off-trail hike during Finding Your Way Adventure at Big Creek Park’s Meyer Center
Also, on Nov. 9 at Big Creek Park’s Meyer Center, Junior Girl Scouts will work on their Outdoor Art Explorer Badge from 1-3 p.m.
Then, on Dec. 7 from 9-11:30 a.m., Webelos Cub Scouts will work on their Earth Rocks Elective Adventure at The West Woods Nature Center.
Scouts may register now to be placed on the Scout Snowshoe Call List
To receive notifications of naturalist-led snowshoe programs in December whenever snow/weather conditions are right, borrowing the park district’s snowshoes or bringing their own.
Park Closures
The 2024-25 Controlled Hunting Program affects four parks this fall and winter.
From a half hour before sunrise to a half hour after sunset, The Rookery will be closed Nov. 16 and 17, Jan. 4, 6 and 7; Observatory Park will be closed Dec. 2 and 3; The West Woods will be closed Dec. 5 and 6; and Big Creek Park will be closed Dec. 21.
All these dates are also posted on the park district website, and rangers and/or signs will be posted at the park entrance these days as a reminder.
