Event Types
Event Types
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Primary Events: These events are open to WVP volunteers. They count towards credit for Watershed Stewardship Certification. Some events are only open to WVP Certified Stewards. Types of primary events include:
(L)earning: These events include talks, workshops, and training sessions.
(M)onitoring: These events include water quality testing through chemistry and macroinvertebrate monitoring.
(R)estoration: These events include bioretention clean-ups, tree plantings, invasive plant removal, etc.
(O)utreach: These events are used to spread awareness of the Watershed Volunteer Program and general watershed health.
(S)upplemental Event: These events are held by our partner organizations but count towards WVP service hours.
Independent/Special Project: WVP Stewards who have attended area specific training may engage in independent projects. See projects tab for details.
Public Events: These events are indicated by an (*) at the end of the title and are open to both the public and WVP volunteers. Public volunteers may register here.
Have further questions about events or registering? Please contact WVP staff at wvpinfo@clevelandmetroparks.com.
WVP Upcoming Events
WVP Upcoming Events
September Events
September Events
(M) Marine Debris Monitoring
Sun, Sept 14, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Euclid Beach in Euclid Creek Watershed
Join us for monitoring Marine Debris at Euclid Creek.
(L) Certified Steward Exclusive: Cuyahoga by Boat
Rescheduled
Thu, Sep 18, 5:30-8 p.m. @ Merwin's Wharf, Lakefront Reservation
This is a special event for Watershed Stewards who've achieved their certification*. We'll join Cleveland Metropark's Historical Interpreter Doug Kusak on this WVP only, 2-hour Cuyahoga River boat ride aboard the eLCee2. Enjoy a river view while we discuss famous fires on the river, bridges, cargo ships, area geography, history, watersheds, trails, industry, reclamation, and so much more. We’ll look at what was, what is, and what’s to come.
(O) NEORSD Clean Water Fest
Sat, Sep 20, Three Shifts: 8-11 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 2-5 p.m. @ 4747 E. 49th St., Cleveland
A day all about water with games, education, tours, and more! Help spread the word about WVP and share your knowledge of watershed health. Breakfast or lunch will be provided to WVP (O)utreach volunteers who staff our table.
(R) Work Session: European Black Alder Removal
Mon, Sept 22, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation in Rocky River Watershed
Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove non-native, European Black Alder.
(M) Parks for Pollinators*
Thu, Sep 25, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Johnson's Picnic Area, Hinckley Reservation in Rocky River Watershed
Gather with your fellow WVP volunteers to join in the Cleveland Metroparks monthlong monitoring celebration of our park's pollinators.
Public Volunteers register here
(R) TREEmont Tree Care
Fri, Sept 26, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Along the Towpath Trail in Tremont, Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cuyahoga Watershed
Join WVP Volunteer Leaders Chris Wolf and Dan Leamon in their project to cage and protect trees in Tremont, protecting them from beavers, deer and other threats that they face. Help safeguard these trees that will contribute shaded areas along the Towpath Trail and lessen the Urban Heat Island effect.
(M) Parks for Pollinators*
Sun, Sep 28, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Gather with your fellow WVP volunteers to join in the Cleveland Metroparks monthlong monitoring celebration of our park's pollinators.
September Supplemental Events
September Supplemental Events
(S) Parks for Pollinators
Throughout the Cleveland Metroparks
Join in the Cleveland Metroparks monthlong monitoring celebration of our park's pollinators.
(S) Plant Sale Prep at Creekside Collaborative Partners
Tues Sept 9 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. , Thurs Sept 11 from 1-3 p.m., Tues Sept 16 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., & Thurs Sept 18 from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Creekside Collaborative 7000 Randolph Dr Parma, OH 44129
Drop in as your schedule allows to help us prep for the fall plant sale (labeling plants, organizing inventory, weeding). Dress for the weather, and check your email prior to the event in case any changes are made.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Tree Care 101
Sat, Sept 13, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. @ Pepper Pike Service Garage, 28000 Shaker Blvd., Pepper Pike, OH, 44124
Are you interested in planting a tree at your residence, but don’t know how to get started? Come join us in Pepper Pike for Tree Care 101, a workshop where we will walk you through the process of selecting, planting, and caring for a new tree. Residents of Cuyahoga County who attend will get to select a free bareroot tree they will receive in Spring 2026. Workshop is free but registration is requested.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) The Nature Forum: Under the Surface
Sat, Sept 13, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation in West Creek Watershed
Stop by the Nature Forum! West Creek Reservation is hosting expert presentations on Ohio's remarkable natural features. Drop in anytime for inspiring lectures, shop a native plant sale, and enjoy farm-to-table sampling with Spicefield Kitchen. Connect with experts for a day of presentations on Ohio’s remarkable natural features.
More Information and Schedule Here
(S) Fishing Workshop w/ Cleveland Metroparks
Sat, Sept 13, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. @ Rockefeller Lagoon
Are you a long-time fishing fanatic, or would you like to try to catch your first fish? Join Doan Brook Watershed Partnership and Cleveland Metroparks at Rockefeller Lagoon on Saturday, September 13th for a free fishing workshop! The lagoon will be stocked with bluegill and catfish, and we will have free fishing rods and bait for registered participants while supplies last! Rockefeller Lagoon (7 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Cleveland, OH) is wheelchair accessible, and you do not need a fishing license to fish there!
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Free Trees for CLE!
Sat, Sept 13, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Rockefeller Lagoon
DBWP will give away native trees (3-5 gallon) to Cleveland residents who complete “Tree School 101” training at one of our 2025 Watershed Festivals or tree giveaways. Funding was provided by the Cleveland Tree Coalition (CTC) Cleveland and the goal of the Tree Giveaway Grant is to provide trees to residents at no cost to increase planting on private property, build sentiment around trees, and build community trust. Trees are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE and feel free to have someone pick up your tree for you. Receive up to 2 trees per approved registration/residence.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Urban Ecology Walk
Wed, Sept 17, 6 - 7 p.m. @ Creekside Collaborative Partner
Discover how native habitats can transform your wet backyard into a thriving ecosystem. Learn practical tips for your property and receive a free native plant to take home. Waivers will be available at check-in and are required before participating. This event is limited to 20 people. Register today to reserve your spot and take home a free native plant.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Friends of the Doan Brook Gorge Habitat Stewardship
Sat, Sept 20, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Fairhill Road between E 124th and E. 127th.
A few years ago, some friends got together to start removing invasive species and planting native species in the Doan Brook Gorge in the hopes of making it a more resilient and accessible spot for community members to spend time in nature. Filled with meandering trails and multiple waterfalls, the Doan Brook Gorge is a beautiful and often under-utilized natural area of the Doan Brook watershed. This year, we are hosting 6 “Habitat Stewardship Days” which will involve invasive species removal, native tree plantings, and so much more! Join us in helping to make the Doan Brook Gorge a more biodiverse and welcoming outdoor space for all!
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Bike the Watershed
Sat, Sept 20, 2 - 4 p.m. @ Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve 8701 Lakeshore Blvd. Cleveland, OH 44108
Join DBWP, Bike Cleveland, University Circle Inc, and more for a bike ride through the Rockefeller Reach of the Doan Brook Watershed! Learn about recent projects in the area, and get to know the watershed community–on wheels! The ride will be approximately 8 miles at a no-drop pace. All are welcome (you must bring your own bike).
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Creekside Collaborative Fall Plant Sale
Sun, Sept 21, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. @ Creekside Collaborative 7000 Randolph Dr, Parma, OH, OH, United States
Shop a variety of native trees and plants grown right here at our nursery! Join us Sunday, September 21st, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Creekside Collaborative for our Fall Plant Sale. Drop by and take home plants that support pollinators, improve soil health, and thrive in our region.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Grow Not Mow
Sat, Sept 27, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ S Park Blvd & Lee Rd, Shaker Heights
The workday celebrating National Public Lands Day will again be a collaborative event sponsored by the City of Shaker Heights, The Doan Brook Watershed Partnership and the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes. We are calling for volunteers of all ages to join us in planting more native trees and plants and removing invasives at this site adjacent to the Doan Brook. This is our third season of extending this area of woodland and underplanting it with a meadow. A planned NEORSD project will remove a concrete stepped culverted area of the Doan Brook impeding fish passage. This will enable Nature Center Natural Resource Specialists and volunteers to remove invasive vines proliferating along the banks of the Doan Brook. All volunteers should come dressed for the weather. Tools and gloves will be provided. Families and volunteers of all ages are welcome!
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Beaver Coexistence: Benefits and Techniques
Mon, Sept 29, 6 - 7 p.m. @Richfield Public Library
We are excited to announce an upcoming speaker event on beaver coexistence. Beavers can be exceptional partners for improving watershed health, however living with them can bring a unique set of challenges. Join us for a speaker event on the benefits beavers can have for ourselves and our ecosystems, as well as an overview of methods to mitigate undesirable effects of beavers. Everyone is welcome at this event, but landowners in particular may find this valuable. Event is free! No registration required.
October Events
October Events
(L) Watershed Wednesday w/Friends of Euclid Creek*
Wed, Oct 1, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Dusty Goldenrod Preserve in Euclid Creek Watershed
Our eight Watershed Wednesday event of the year.
Join Brian Gilbert of Friends of Euclid Creek to learn about and tour the Dusty Goldenrod Preserve. We should be able to see the Dusty Goldenrod in full bloom!
Public Volunteers register here
(O) Sturgeon Fest
(O) Sturgeon Fest
Sat, Oct 4, 1 - 4 p.m. @ Rivergate Park, 1785 Merwin Ave., Cleveland
Cleveland Metroparks, in partnership with the Ohio Division of Wildlife, is hosting the first annual Sturgeon Fest. The event celebrates the historic stocking of 1,500 juvenile lake sturgeon into the Cuyahoga River to support the species' recovery. The event will include educational activities and volunteers will assist with the release of lake sturgeon.
Registration coming soon!
(L) Wallace Lake Fish Survey
(L) Wallace Lake Fish Survey
Thu, Oct 9, TBA (am) @ Wallace Lake in Big Creek Watershed
Details coming soon!
Registration coming soon!
(R) Work Session: European Black Alder Removal
Tues, Oct 14, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation in Rocky River Watershed
Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove non-native, European Black Alder.
(M) Marine Debris Monitoring
Sun, Oct 19, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Euclid Beach in Euclid Creek Watershed
Join us for monitoring Marine Debris at Euclid Creek.
(R) Seed Collection
TBD
Join us collecting native seeds for use in future restoration projects throughout Cleveland Metroparks. Dress in layers for wet soil and thorny vegetation; wear boots, long pants, and long sleeves.
Registration coming soon!
October Supplemental Events
October Supplemental Events
(S) Rain Barrel Pick-Up Event | Shaker Heights
Wed, Oct 1, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Shaker Heights Service Yard, 15600 Chagrin Blvd., Shaker Heights, OH, 44120
Collect rainwater for outdoor use and help stop stormwater pollution in your community by making a rain barrel! A rain barrel is a container that collects and stores rainwater that would normally flow into a storm drain untreated. You can then use the collected water to water your lawn and garden. This workshop is a rain barrel pickup. You will receive a barrel and a kit that has everything you need to make your barrel at home with a drill and a screwdriver. If you do not have these tools, please contact the organizer. The $60 fee covers all materials, including a 60-gallon barrel, drill bits, and a downspout diverter. If you want to create a two-barrel system, you can get a second barrel and linking kit for $40. You must pre-pay below and register for the workshop. Barrel dimensions are 2 feet wide by 3 feet tall.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Tree Planting Workshop
Sat, Oct 4, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. @ Creekside Collaborative Partners
Interested in learning the proper techniques for planting a tree to ensure its long-term success? Join us for an educational and hands-on Tree Planting Workshop. In this workshop, you’ll gain the knowledge and tools to ensure your tree thrives for years to come.
Participants will receive:
One tree of your choice (while supplies last)
A tree protection kit including caging and two stakes
Expert instruction on proper tree planting and care practices
This workshop is ideal for homeowners ready to enhance their tree stewardship skills, with the space to plant. Be mindful of spacing requirements, and choose a species that will work well in your yard. Current tree sizes range from 3-5 ft tall and up to 4 ft wide. The Northern Red Oaks are 7-10 ft tall. Please bring an appropriately sized vehicle to safely transport your tree and materials.
This workshop is limited to 26 people only. Register today to reserve your spot and take home a tree to plant and protect in your own space.
IMPORTANT: Pre-registration is required. Walk-ins will not be accommodated.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Cuyahoga SWCD Stormwater Run-Off 2025
Sun, Oct 5, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Clark Field Park
Join Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District at our 2nd Annual Stormwater Run-Off 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk! On Sunday, October 5th, run or walk on the Towpath Trail and learn about stormwater and the different ways to slow it down, spread it out, and soak it in throughout the course. Post-race refreshments will be available to all participants, and the Smooth Rider Food Truck will be on-site, with discounts available to race participants.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Friends of the Doan Brook Gorge Habitat Stewardship
Sat, Oct 11, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Fairhill Road between E 124th and E. 127th.
A few years ago, some friends got together to start removing invasive species and planting native species in the Doan Brook Gorge in the hopes of making it a more resilient and accessible spot for community members to spend time in nature. Filled with meandering trails and multiple waterfalls, the Doan Brook Gorge is a beautiful and often under-utilized natural area of the Doan Brook watershed. This year, we are hosting 6 “Habitat Stewardship Days” which will involve invasive species removal, native tree plantings, and so much more! Join us in helping to make the Doan Brook Gorge a more biodiverse and welcoming outdoor space for all!
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Blue Heron Homecoming 2025
Sat, Oct 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. @ 2460 Akron Peninsula Rd.
The Blue Heron Homecoming is an annual environmental festival that provides community members with a chance to learn about the Akron Waterways Renewed! (AWR!) program. The festival features representatives from the City of Akron, firms involved with the AWR! program, and community partners, including local non-profits and environmental groups.
More Information and Registration Here
(S) Doan Brook Annual Watershed Symposium
Thurs, Oct 23, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. @ Nature Center at Shaker Lakes
This year, our Annual Meeting will feature a symposium of presentations about projects led by DBWP and community members across our watershed! Join us for an evening of refreshments, get to know our watershed community, and hear about our 2025 highlights!
Coming Attractions
Coming Attractions
(M) Marine Debris Monitoring
Monthly: Starting in May, Select Sundays - 9-11am
(L) Watershed Wednesdays
(L) Watershed Wednesdays
Monthly: May through October - 6-7:30pm
Monthly: May through October - 6-7:30pm
Volgistics Key
Volgistics Key
Abbreviations you will find in Volgistics:
WVP- Watershed Volunteer Program
NR- Natural Resources
IP- Independent/Special Projects
L- Learning
M- Monitoring
O- Outreach
R- Restoration
S- Supplemental (continuing education and partner organization events)
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