Parks and Recreation

January 19, 2017 by Staff Report

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. 

Scout Days

Explore Geauga parks to earn Scouting credits. At The West Woods Nature Center, opportunities on Jan. 28 are Brownie Girl Scouts Hiker Badge and Wolf Cub Scout Paws on the Path; and on Feb. 18 are Boy Scout Bird Study Merit Badge and Senior & Ambassador Girl Scouts Outdoor Art.

Then, at Swine Creek Reservation during maple sugaring season, opportunities on March 18 are Cadette Girl Scouts Tree Badge and Bear Cub Scouts Fur, Feathers & Ferns Core Adventure.

Registration is required. For completed merit badges, a certified merit badge counselor will be on site to sign off. Call ahead with any questions.

Cross Country Skiing

Try cross country skiing for a healthy life activity suitable for any age, pace or fitness level.

Register for the naturalist-led Learn to Cross Country Ski program on Jan. 22 from 1-3 p.m. at Orchard Hills Park. Learn the basics from Chris Newman of Geiger’s in Chagrin Falls, including clothing, equipment and technique. Registration is required.

For those who know how to ski, Full Moon Ski is on Feb. 10 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Headwaters Park. A naturalist will lead this ski along The Maple Highlands Trail by the light of the full moon, then open the Boathouse so skiers can warm up before heading home.

For both programs, ski rental will be available in advance from Geiger’s, 440-247-4900, with a special program rental rate of $17 if picked up Friday and returned Monday.

Arts In Nature

Each season, the park district celebrates arts in nature with artist-led workshops. Registration is required.

• Woven Wire Fairy Basket Workshop – Jan. 27, 6-9 p.m.

Join artist Joan Rusek to weave a free-form wire hanging basket with dazzling colors, crystals and gemstones. A fee of $36 includes all materials and refreshments. Ages 16 and up.

• Nature Drawing for Adult Beginners – Feb. 8, 1-3 p.m.

Join naturalist Chris Mentrek for an indoor drawing session to practice drawing winter scenes. All materials will be provided.

• Wine Bottle Planter Workshop – March 24, 6:30-8 p.m.

Join artist Jess Nestor to create a beautiful succulent planter from a discarded wine bottle while enjoying wine and snacks with friends. A fee of $36 includes all materials and refreshments.