• Winter Wonderland: Recenter and Reset Hikes

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    Sundays, February 25 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Nature Center Join Jo Rattiliff of GirlTrek Cleveland for our monthly Sunday evening hikes! These special Winter Wonderland Recenter and Reset hikes will highlight the beauty of nature and wildlife and encourages movement and community during the cold winter months. Be sure to bundle up […]

  • Art on View: Opening Reception

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    BEES, BUGS, AND BUTTERFLIES: POLLINATING ALONG THE CUYAHOGA Bees, Bugs, and Butterflies: Pollinating Along the Cuyahoga is a traveling photography exhibit that highlights the beauty and importance of pollinators—more specifically, the ones that live in our own backyards. This exhibit will be shown from March 2 through April 30 during normal business hours. Prints available […]

  • Winter Warmup: Whiskey Night

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    Warm up and enjoy the end of winter at the Nature Center! This night of fun and community will include music, conversation, tastings of whiskey provided by Cleveland Whiskey, and delicious food by local vendors.  Additional drinks available for purchase. $35 per person. $30 for members. Registration required: https://givebutter.com/whiskeynight

  • Animal Care: Turtles

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    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 […]

  • Winter Tree ID Hike

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    Leaves are perhaps the most distinct feature of a tree, but how do you identify a tree with no leaves? Join the Natural Resources team on a winter tree identification hike and learn about the other features like buds, twigs and bark that can help you identify trees even in winter. You’ll get to know […]

  • Native Tree Selection and Care

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    Trees create walkable cities, reduce stormwater runoff, and support biodiversity. Give your tree its best shot at a long life by choosing the right tree for your soils, space, and growing conditions. Alyssa Zearley of Meadow City Native Plant Nursery will share practical guidance from her background in soil science. Register: https://givebutter.com/E1iX5Y

  • Spring Scout Event

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    SPRING SCOUT EVENT AT THE NATURE CENTER Interactive Education Stations & More Saturday, March 16 | 12:30 – 4:30PM | Nature Center Join NOWcorps for Spring Scout, where you can explore what spring has to offer in Northeast Ohio! Start at our education stations to learn about what plants are in bloom and what birds […]

  • Accessible Bird Walk

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    Join a guided walk through the Shaker Parklands looking and listening for birds. The first walk of each month begins on our ADA accessible boardwalk and moves to dirt trails throughout the Parklands. The second walk of each month (marked with an asterisk*) is fully accessible and includes an ASL interpreter. For all hikes, meet […]

  • Making the Most of Your Tree with a Soft Landings Garden

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    A beautiful "soft landings" shade garden is one of the best ways to support biodiversity in your yard. Learn how these plantings allow butterflies and moths to complete their life cycles, and pick up some practical gardening tips in this presentation by Dave Tomashefski of Meadow City Native Plant Nursery. Register: https://givebutter.com/15AWwF

  • Postponed Handmade Pressed Flower Cards

    Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio

    Blend the beauty of art and nature together by learning art of calligraphy from experienced luxury and event calligrapher Brenna Rudary of Brenna Claire Calligraphy! Each guest will receive blank stationery cards to create their own art print using pressed wild flowers, arranging them on their paper and adhering with craft glue. They’ll leave space […]