Recenter and Reset Hikes with GirlTrek
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OhioJoin Jo Rattiliff of GirlTrek Cleveland for our monthly Sunday evening hikes as we watch Spring come to life while trekking the beautiful trails of Shaker Parklands and the surrounding neighborhood. Enjoy the fresh air, trees budding, flowers popping up, sounds of flowing water, evening bird calls, and much more. The trail will be of […]
Grow More – Mow Less!
Horticulturalist Kate Small will talk about a nuanced approach to “No Mow May”, and what we can do in our yards and public spaces to increase habitat and reduce lawn. In America over 40 million acres of land are covered by turf grass, resulting in a lack of biodiversity; increased air pollution; and fertilizer runoff […]
Audubon Society Spring Bird Walks
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OhioEach spring for many years on the last three Sundays in April and the first three Sundays in May at 7:30 A.M. the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland in conjunction with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cleveland Metroparks, Lake Metroparks, Geauga Park District, The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, Lake Erie Nature and Science […]
It’s a Wild Life | Art on View
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OhioIT'S A WILD LIFE | Art on View Debbie Palen’s work represents a portion of her career as a freelance illustrator providing art for children’s books and magazines. Humorous and educational, this mixed media artwork draws upon a child’s curiosity and encourages their engagement with the natural world. Many of the pieces were created for […]
42nd Annual Plant Sale
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OhioJoin us and shop the area's largest selection of hard-to-find native plants, perennials, edibles, and annuals. Member Preview 8:30AM-10AM | All Nature Center members are invited to join us for early sale access at the Member Preview. Complimentary coffee and pastries. Volunteers are needed to assist with the 42nd Annual Plant Sale the week […]
Audubon Society Spring Walk
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OhioEach spring for many years on the last three Sundays in April and the first three Sundays in May at 7:30 A.M. the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland in conjunction with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cleveland Metroparks, Lake Metroparks, Geauga Park District, The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, Lake Erie Nature and Science […]
Meditation in Nature Series
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OhioMEDITATION IN NATURE SERIES Saturdays and Sundays May 18, May 25, June 2 | The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes The natural world is the perfect place to nourish your inner world! The sights and sounds naturally steady the mind, releasing the busy thoughts. These classes will help you deepen these experiences and will empower […]
Animal Care: Snakes
Have you ever wondered what it takes to keep our animal ambassadors here at the nature center happy and healthy? Join us the second Saturday of every month for a “behind the scenes” look at our animal care program. Each month will highlight a different species. Children 4 & up will be given the opportunity […]
Audubon Society Spring Bird Walks
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OhioEach spring for many years on the last three Sundays in April and the first three Sundays in May at 7:30 A.M. the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland in conjunction with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cleveland Metroparks, Lake Metroparks, Geauga Park District, The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, Lake Erie Nature and Science […]
Naturalist Notebook: Season on the Wind
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OhioSEASON ON THE WIND BY KENN KAUFMAN It's migration season! Kenn Kaufman is well known for his guide books (particularly, his bird guides) but he has also written many books. Season On The Wind: Inside the World of Spring Migration could not be more perfectly suited to read both because it deals with spring migration […]