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April 2026

Apr
18

Plant ID Slow Hike: Spring Ephemeral Edition with Portage Park District

Saturday, April 18th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Headwaters Trail, 10480 OH-700, Garrettsville, OH, 44231 Map

Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Nature Walk/Hike Free Public Parking

Plant ID Slow Hike

Spring Ephemeral Edition

Join us for a leisurely stroll with Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and Portage Park District as we explore the trails and identify spring wildflowers together. No need to rush; we'll be taking our time to appreciate the beauty around us and identify the flowers we encounter along the way.

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for walking on trails, rain or shine. Don't forget to bring water and sunscreen if needed. This hike won't be too strenuous; we'll be stopping frequently to admire flowers and practice identification.

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Apr
18

Plant ID Hike: Spring Ephemerals at Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation Sulphur Springs Picnic Area

Saturday, April 18th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Sulphur Springs Picnic Area, Sulphur Springs Dr, Bentleyville, OH, 44022 Map

Public Welcome Registration Required Free Event Nature Walk/Hike Free Public Parking

Join us for a leisurely stroll as we explore the trails and identify spring wildflowers together.

Join us for a leisurely stroll as we explore the trails and identify spring wildflowers together. No need to rush; we'll be taking our time to appreciate the beauty around us and identify the flowers we encounter along the way. We'll start at Sulphur Springs Picnic Area at South Chagrin Reservation in Bentleyville, OH.

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for walking on trails, rain or shine, as the trail could be muddy and parts of the trail are steep. Don't forget to bring water and sunscreen if needed. This hike won't be too strenuous; we'll be stopping frequently to admire flowers and practice identification.

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Apr
19

Plant ID Slow Hike: Spring Ephemeral Edition with Medina County Park District

Sunday, April 19th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
River Styx Park, 8200 River Styx Rd, Wadsworth, OH, 44281 Map

Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Nature Walk/Hike Lots of Physical Activity

Join us for a leisurely stroll as we explore the trails and identify spring wildflowers together. No need to rush; we'll be taking our time to appreciate the beauty around us and identify the flowers we encounter along the way. We'll start at River Styx Park, 8200 River Styx Rd., Wadsworth, 44281

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for walking on trails, rain or shine. Don't forget to bring water and sunscreen if needed. This hike won't be too strenuous; we'll be stopping frequently to admire flowers and practice identification.

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Apr
21

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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Apr
25

Plant ID Slow Hike: Spring Ephemeral Edition with Summit Metro Parks

Saturday, April 25th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Sand Run Metro Park, Wadsworth Area, Valley Link Trail, 1400 Sand Run Pkwy, Akron, OH, 44313 Map

Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Nature Walk/Hike Free Public Parking

Wild Ones Greater Cleveland’s Ring in Spring series presents:

Plant ID Slow Hike

Spring Ephemeral Edition

Join us for a leisurely stroll with Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and Summit Metro Parks as we explore the trails and identify spring wildflowers together. No need to rush; we'll be taking our time to appreciate the beauty around us and identify the flowers we encounter along the way.

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for walking on trails, rain or shine. Don't forget to bring water and sunscreen if needed. This hike won't be too strenuous; we'll be stopping frequently to admire flowers and practice identification.

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Apr
28

Free National Webinar: What Is Wild and Why It Matters" presented by Rick Darke

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Limited Access Recording Registration Required Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Join award-winning author, photographer, and educator Rick Darke for What Is Wild and Why It Matters, a free national webinar on Tuesday, April 28th at 10 am CT. Discover how inviting a bit of authentic wildness can create a vibrant landscape that sustains you and local biodiversity. This national event is presented in collaboration between Wild Ones and Homegrown National Park.

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May 2026

May
2

Plant ID Slow Hike: Spring Ephemeral Edition with Lorain County Park District

Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Vermilion River Reservation, Bacon Woods Trailhead, 51211 N Ridge Rd, Vermilion, OH, 44089 Map

Public Welcome Free Event Nature Walk/Hike Free Public Parking

Wild Ones Greater Cleveland’s Ring in Spring series presents:

Plant ID Slow Hike

Spring Ephemeral Edition

Join us for a leisurely stroll with Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and Lorain County Park District as we explore the trails and identify spring wildflowers together. No need to rush; we'll be taking our time to appreciate the beauty around us and identify the flowers we encounter along the way. We'll start at 51211 North Ridge Road, Vermilion, OH 44089, at the Bacon Woods Trailhead. This is on the WEST side of the park; the trailhead is at approx: 41°22'57.4"N 82°19'18.3"W. Find a map here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/59ef5b028c56a84a63338fb7/t/653929fb62b4fe4286b3e5c2/1698245116625/Vermilion+Website+Map+09-21-23.pdf

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for walking on trails, rain or shine. Don't forget to bring water and sunscreen if needed. This hike won't be too strenuous; we'll be stopping frequently to admire flowers and practice identification.

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May
9

Cuyahoga Falls Rain Garden Maintenance Day (Summit)

Saturday, May 9th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
The Rain Garden Reserve, 858 6th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44221 Map

Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Habitat Installation/Maintenance Free Public Parking

Please join Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and the City of City of Cuyahoga Falls for a garden maintenance day at the Rain Garden Reserve in Cuyahoga Falls!

The Rain Garden Reserve is a 24,000 square foot rain garden that was installed by the City of Cuyahoga Falls after several major floods impacted the area. The Garden was created in conjunction with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (OEMA).

The primary activity will be weeding, but there might also be other light garden chores such as seed collection. All tools will be provided, but bringing a small hand trowel will be useful. Please bring gloves, sun protection and water. Light refreshments will be provided.

The Garden is located between 6th and 7th at 2858 6th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221. Please park at the Lion’s Park Lodge on 641 Silver Lake Avenue. See map

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May
19

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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June 2026

Jun
16

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, June 16th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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July 2026

Jul
21

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, July 21st, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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August 2026

Aug
18

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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September 2026

Sep
15

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

Register

Sep
16

Free National Webinar- September 2026

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Wednesday, September 16th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

October 2026

Oct
20

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, October 20th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

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Oct
21

Free National Webinar- October 2026

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Wednesday, October 21st, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

November 2026

Nov
17

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, November 17th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

Register

Nov
18

Free National Webinar- November 2026

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Wednesday, November 18th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

December 2026

Dec
15

WOGC Monthly Chapter Meeting - 2026 (Virtual)

Tuesday, December 15th, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Recording Available Registration Required Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

We invite you to our Wild Ones Greater Cleveland monthly chapter meeting!

Host: TBD
Topic: TBD with TBD
Date/Time: TBD 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

TBD

Agenda
- TBD

Register