2023 Events
2023
Primary Events
(M) Work Session: Winter Stonefly Survey Kickoff
Thu, Dec 21, 2023, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. @ Baldwin Creek
Join volunteer leader Bob Bennett for the first of a three part stonefly monitoring work session. Learn about the first discoveries of stoneflies in Baldwin Creek, search on-land for two species of stoneflies at three Baldwin Creek sites, and submit photo data to iNaturalist. Data collected during these surveys will be utilized to estimate the presence and abundance of stonefly families within Baldwin Creek. Registration for these sessions is limited to 7 volunteers per survey. Volunteers will carpool between sites. (Monitoring: 8) View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Invasive Grapevine Removal
Tue, Dec 19, 2023, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Edgewater Park, Lakefront Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to free up space for native plants. Help to cut back grapevine at Edgewater Park. (Restoration: 17) View Photos Here
(M) Talk and Training: Salt Watch
Thu, Dec 14, 2023, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join Izaak Walton League's Abby Hileman to learn about Salt Watch program updates and continuing salt advocacy actions that you can take in your community. Receive training and monitoring strips to test chloride at designated sites. If you have previously participated in Salt Watch or are interested in participating in Salt Watch this year, we encourage you to attend this training and talk. (Monitoring: 15)
(L) Monday MeetUp: End of the Year Celebration
Mon, Dec 11, 2023, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join us for our annual celebration of stewardship and reflections on the 2023 WVP program and awards ceremony. This year's event will feature a documentary about our Watershed Stewardship Center. There will be a buffet and coffee bar. All WVP Volunteers are welcome to bring a guest. (Learning: 46) View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Invasive Alder and Buckthorn Removal
Fri, Dec 8, 2023, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Bunns Lake, Bradley Woods Reservation
Help remove these invasive woody plants with CMP Natural Resources Area Manager Tim Krynak. We will be hand cutting these shrubs around Bunns Lake. We'll stack them for chipping, while reserving a portion of Alder to feed to the animals at our Zoo as nutritious "browse", a healthy supplement to their diets. (Restoration: 14) View Photos Here
(L) Natural Resources Winter Lecture Series: Fish Recovery in the Cuyahoga River*
Wed, Dec 6, 2023, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join Aquatic Biologist Mike Durkalec to learn about fish recovery, BUI removals, and future WVP fish opportunities in the Cuyahoga River. After the talk, take a small tour of the Watershed Stewardship Center fish tanks and learn how fish populations in smaller Cuyahoga River tributaries are a reflection of water quality. (Learning: 34 ) View Photos Here
(L) Monday MeetUp: Interlake Steamship*
Mon, Nov 20, 2023, 6 - 7:30 p.m., @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join Interlake Maritime Service’s Manager of Environmental Stewardship Katie Wells to learn about their U.S.-flagged shipping fleet’s past, present and future. She’ll present on current environmental-based initiatives, the company’s stewardship and long-standing presence in the Great Lakes, and on their newest vessel, the M/V Mark W. Barker. (Learning: 39 ) View Photos Here
**Cancelled and Replaced with Seed Processing**(R) Work Session: Invasive Woodies
Friday, Nov 17, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation
Help restore habitat in part three of an effort to remove invasive shrubs. Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove invasive Honeysuckle, Glossy Buckthorn and Black Alder amongst the native plants like cranberry. We'll gather it, so that it can be chipped by Metroparks staff.
(R) Work Session: Seed Processing
Friday, Nov 17, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Volunteers joined Vegetation Research Coordinator Sarah Eysenbach to process a variety of seeds collected during our Buzzard's Roost Seed Collection event. (Restoration: 8) View Photos Here
(R) Special Project: Hinckley Spillway Fish Relocation Project
Thu, Nov 16, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. @ Hinckley Reservation
(Restoration: 3 ) View Photos Here
(R) Special Project: Streambank Stabilization
Thu, Nov 16, 2023, 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. @ Brecksville Reservation
(Restoration: 1 ) View Photos Here
(M) Talk: Monitoring Celebration and Program Updates*
Wed, Nov 15, 2023, 6 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join WVP and watershed partners at our annual water chemistry monitoring celebration. Come hear from fellow volunteer monitors, learn about program updates from water chemistry managers, and celebrate monitoring efforts from the year. Whether you are new to monitoring or an experienced monitor, all are welcome to attend. Pizza will be provided. Anyone is welcome to bring and label their desired potluck dish. (Monitoring: 29 ) View Photos Here
(R) Seed Collection: Hinckley Reservation*
Sat, Nov 4, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ , Buzzard's Roost Hinckley Reservation
Join us as we continue to collect seeds for use in future restoration projects throughout Cleveland Metroparks. Dress in warm layers for wet soil and thorny vegetation; wear boots, long pants, and long sleeves. (Restoration: 15 ) View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Live Stake Planting
Fri, Nov 3, 1-4pm @ Hinkley Stables Stream Restoration Project, Hinckley Reservation
Help support additional restoration efforts at this location where WVP previously worked to address a headcut in this high-quality headwater tributary to Mirror Valley in the Rocky River watershed. We will install native dogwood livestakes and reinforce wood log grade controls to ensure this sites continued stability. (Restoration: 3 )
(R) Work Session: Invasive Buckthorn & Alder Removal
Thu, Nov 2, 10am - 12pm @ Lake Bunn, Bradley Woods Reservation
Help remove these invasive woody plants with CMP Natural Resources Area Manager Tim Krynak. We will be hand cutting these shrubs around Bunns Lake. (Restoration: 6)
(R) Work Session: Tree Planting
Wed, Oct 25, 9:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. @ Engle Rd Connector Trail, Big Creek Reservation
Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to plant trees along the new Engle Rd Connector Trail in Big Creek, near Lake Isaac. (Restoration: 6)
(R) Work Session: Monarch Waystation Restoration*
Thu, Oct 19, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Euclid Beach Park, Euclid Creek Reservation
Restore Monarch butterfly waystation gardens as we weed, transplant/divide and plant a variety of native pollinator friendly flowers with Natural Area Manager Josh Philipps and Naturalist Jeff Riebe. (Restoration: 7) View Photos Here
(R) Seed Collection: Johnson's Creek*
Fri, Oct 20, 5 - 6:30 p.m. @ Johnson's Picnic Area, Hinckley Reservation
Friday night seed social with Senior Conservation Manager, Constance Hausman! Come collect 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. (Restoration: 11) View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Live Stake Planting
Tue, Oct 17, 1 - 3:30 p.m. @ Foster's Run, North Chagrin Reservation
Join Stream Restoration Ecologist Elizabeth Hiser and Natural Area Manager Josh Philipps for a live stake installation at the Foster's Run restoration project in North Chagrin. (Restoration: 7. 200 live stakes planted) View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Tree Planting
Wed, Oct 11, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. @ Engle Rd Connector Trail, Big Creek Reservation
Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to plant trees along the new Engle Rd Connector Trail in Big Creek, near Lake Isaac. (Restoration: 8)
(L) Monday MeetUp: Cleveland Metroparks Stream Restoration Program*
Mon, Oct 2, 2023, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., @ North Chagrin Reservation
Join Stream Restoration Ecologist Elizabeth Hiser to tour areas of restoration in the Chagrin River Watershed and then learn more about the Cleveland Metroparks in-house stream restoration program. After a brisk walk to the southern terminus of North Chagrin Reservation, observe a recently completed stream restoration project, which includes removal of a fish migration barrier and installation of habitat/grade control structures and a variety of bioengineering methods. As we return uphill, the group will pass by an aged stream daylighting project on Fosters Run and evaluate whether or not the project was successful. Further upstream (and uphill) we will explore an area of infrastructure removal and stream restoration funded last summer through Ohio Department of Natural Resources H2Ohio program. Please note: While the majority of this walk will be on paved surface, roundtrip this hike will be 3.5 miles, including entirely uphill walk on the return. The uphill portion will be broken up by several stops along the way. (Learning: 10)
(R) Work Session: Invasive Woodies Wednesdays
Wed, Sep 27, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation
Help restore habitat in part two of an effort to remove invasive shrubs. Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove brush, gather and overnight it so that it can be chipped by Metroparks staff the next morning. (Restoration: 7) View Photos Here
(O) NEORSD Clean Water Fest
Sat, Sep 23, 2023, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., @ Environmental and Maintenance Services Center , Cuyahoga Heights (3 shifts)
A day all about water with games, education, tours, and more! Help spread the word about WVP and share your knowledge of watershed health. Food and drinks will be provided. (Outreach: 7) View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Invasive Woodies Wednesdays
Wed, Sep 20, 5:30 - 7:30p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation
Help restore habitat in part one of an effort to remove invasive shrubs. Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove brush, gather and overnight it so that it can be chipped by Metroparks staff the next morning. (Restoration: 7) View Photos Here
(L) Monday MeetUp* with Doan Brook Watershed Partnership
Mon, Sep 18, 1- 3 p.m. @ Rockefeller Park
Our September Monday MeetUp will include a tour of the Sowinski Park Restoration Project. We'll also take a hike through Rockefeller Park, guided by Doan Brook Partnership and the city of Cleveland. (Learning: 13) View Photos Here
(M) Work Session: Scenic Rivers Macro Monitoring*
Fri, Sep 15, 2023, 10 a.m. - 11:50 p.m., @ North Chagrin Reservation
Learn how to use macroinvertebrates to measure the water quality of the Chagrin River as part of the Ohio Wild and Scenic Rivers Program! Join Cleveland Metroparks Aquatic Research Coordinator, Claire Weldon, in seining (netting) and identifying biological life living in the river. (Monitoring: 4, CIV score = 23, excellent score) View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Invasive Plant Removal
Thur, Aug 31, 5:30 - 8 p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation
Help restore the native vegetation of this wetland complex. Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove non-native, invasive cattail and phragmites. This will release the native wetland plants within the Fowles Marsh wetland complex. Water-proof boots are needed and some can be provided by contacting us before 12 pm on 8/30/23. Best to wear long sleeves to protect your arms from sun and scratches. Tools and instruction will be provided. (Restoration: 5) View Photos Here
(M) Work Session & Talk: Rocky River Chemistry Monitoring*
Wed, Aug 30, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. @ Charles A. Harding Memorial Covered Bridge, Olmsted Falls
Join CSWCD's Watershed Coordinator Meg Hennessey to learn how you can support the Rocky River Monitoring program. Learn about the uses of several chemistry monitoring parameters and their impact on the Rocky River Watershed. This session will mainly be an informational talk. Opportunities to monitor several chemistry parameters will also be provided during this session. A full training for those interested in becoming an independent water chemistry monitor will be provided at a later date. (Monitoring: 11). View Photos Here
(L) Monday MeetUp*
Mon, Aug 28, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Kent State University
In this Monday MeetUp we will be partnering with Akron Hydro Watch's Megan Smith and Portage Park District for a choose your own adventure evening. We will start with a group talk about general watershed health and the importance of monitoring as well as a crowd hydrology demonstration. Following this, you can break off and try macroinvertebrate testing, water flow testing, the "floating fruit" test, or use an electromagnetic meter. (Learning: 9) View Photos Here
(R) Green Infrastructure Gardening Series*
Sun, Aug 27, 9 - 11 a.m. @ North Chagrin Reservation
Start off your Sunday by joining the WVP team and fellow volunteers for a morning snack and refreshing beverage before we set foot into North Chagrin Nature Center's Green Infrastructure. In the final part of this 8 week series, we will remove invasive plant species, add mulch to barren areas, perform other routine maintenance ensuring proper functionality and provide a natural space for wildlife in Euclid Creek Reservation's stormwater control measures. (Restoration: 9) View Photos Here
(R) **RESCHEDULED** Work Session: Invasive Plant Removal
Thur, Aug 24, 5:30 - 8 p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation
Help restore the native vegetation of this wetland complex. Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove non-native, invasive cattail and phragmites. This will release the native wetland plants within the Fowles Marsh wetland complex. Water-proof boots are needed and some can be provided by contacting us before 4pm on 8/24/23. Best to wear long sleeves to protect your arms from sun and scratches. Tools and instruction will be provided.
(L) Climate Conversation with Jennifer Grieser*
Wed, Aug 23, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join us to provide input in a regional Climate Action Plan being led by the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA). Together we will watch a 50-minute "Climate Conversation" video to learn about the climate planning process, data and analysis. Then we'll address questions and gather your ideas and comments.
For a bit of information prior to our gathering, feel free to visit: https://www.eneo2050.com/climate-action-plan (Learning: 16)
(R) Brush Layering Harvest
Tue, Aug 22, 4:30 - 7 p.m. @ Polo Fields, South Chagrin Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Josh Philipps to cut, drag and stack invasive brush to be utilized in the upcoming Polo Fields stream restoration project that we visited with CRWP during our June Monday MeetUp. (Restoration: 4) View Photos Here
(R) Green Infrastructure Gardening Series*
Sun, Aug 20, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Wildwood, Euclid Creek Reservation
Start off your Sunday by joining the WVP team and fellow volunteers for a morning snack and refreshing beverage before we set foot into Wildwood's Green Infrastructure. In part 7 of this 8 week series, we will remove invasive plant species, add mulch to barren areas, perform other routine maintenance ensuring proper functionality and provide a natural space for wildlife in Euclid Creek Reservation's stormwater control measures. (Restoration: 11) View Photos Here
(R) Willow Harvesting*
Wed, Aug 16, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Greathouse Wetland, West Creek Reservation
Be part of two conservation efforts in one work session! Help thin out and harvest Willow trees in a constructed wetland. The cuttings will be sent over to the zoo to provide food for the animals. A win-win! Hand tools will be provided. *Tall waterproof boots are strongly recommended and can be provided upon request. (Restoration: 11) View Photos Here
(R) Green Infrastructure Gardening Series*
Sun, Aug 13, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Start off your Sunday by joining the WVP team and fellow volunteers for a morning snack and refreshing beverage before we set foot into the Watershed Stewardship Center's Green Infrastructure. In part 6 of this 8 week series, we will remove invasive plant species, add mulch to barren areas, perform other routine maintenance ensuring proper functionality and provide a natural space for wildlife in West Creek Reservation's stormwater control measures. (Restoration: 11) View Photos Here
(O) Backyard Bash
Sat, Aug 12, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Two 3-hour shifts) @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Share your watershed knowledge! We’re looking for a few watershed stewards to represent WVP and help kids and adults increase watershed stewardship in their backyards. (Outreach: 7) View Photos Here
(M) Cleveland Metroparks Bioblitz*
Wed, Aug 9, 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m. @ Acacia Reservation
Join us in celebration of the 10-Year Anniversary of Acacia Reservation with a bioblitz. There will be “public survey shadow” time slots for birds, botany, and more! WVP volunteers can register for the Fish Survey for (M)onitoring credit. Walk alongside naturalists and scientists to see how biodiversity data is collected and used for conservation. Email northchagrinnc@clevelandmetroparks.com with questions. (Monitoring: 12) View Photos Here
(R) Green Infrastructure Gardening Series*
Sun, Aug 6, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Wolf Picnic Area, Huntington Reservation
Start off your Sunday by joining the WVP team and fellow volunteers for a morning snack and refreshing beverage before we set foot into Wolf Picnic Area's Green Infrastructure. In part 5 of this 8 week series, we will remove invasive plant species, add mulch to barren areas, perform other routine maintenance ensuring proper functionality and provide a natural space for wildlife in Huntington Reservation's stormwater control measures. (Restoration: 11) View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Invasive Plant Removal*
Wed, Aug 2, 5:30 - 8 p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation
Help restore the native vegetation of this wetland complex. Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove non-native, invasive cattail and phragmites. This will release the native wetland plants within the Fowles Marsh wetland complex. Water-proof boots are needed and some can be provided by contacting us before 5pm on 8/1/23. Best to wear long sleeves to protect your arms from sun and scratches. Tools and instruction will be provided. (Restoration: 10) View Photos Here
(R) Green Infrastructure Gardening Series*
Sun, Jul 30, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Chalet, Mill Stream Run Reservation
Start off your Sunday by joining the WVP team and fellow volunteers for a morning snack and refreshing beverage before we set foot into the Chalet's Green Infrastructure. In part 4 of this 8 week series, we will remove invasive plant species, add mulch to barren areas, perform other routine maintenance ensuring proper functionality and provide a natural space for wildlife in Mill Stream Run Reservation's stormwater control measures. (Restoration: 14) View Photos Here
**RESCHEDULED**(R) Work Session: Invasive Plant Removal*
Wed, Jul 26, 5:30 - 8 p.m. @ Lake Isaac, Big Creek Reservation
Help restore the native vegetation of this wetland complex. Join CMP Natural Resources Manager Val Carter-Stone to remove non-native, invasive cattail and phragmites. This will release the native wetland plants within the Fowles Marsh wetland complex. Water-proof boots are needed and some can be provided by contacting us before 5pm on 7/25/23. Best to wear long sleeves to protect your arms from sun and scratches. Tools and instruction will be provided.
(R) Green Infrastructure Gardening Series*
Sun, Jul 23, 9 - 11 a.m. @ North Chagrin Reservation
Start off your Sunday by joining the WVP team and fellow volunteers for a morning snack and refreshing beverage before we set foot into North Chagrin Nature Center's Green Infrastructure. In part 3 of this 8 week series, we will remove invasive plant species, add mulch to barren areas, perform other routine maintenance ensuring proper functionality and provide a natural space for wildlife in North Chagrin Reservation's stormwater control measures. (Restoration: 17) View Photos Here
(M) Work Session: Scenic Rivers Macro Monitoring
Tue, July 18, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. @ North Chagrin Reservation
Learn how to use macroinvertebrates to measure the water quality of the Chagrin River as part of the Ohio Wild and Scenic Rivers Program! Join Cleveland Metroparks Aquatic Research Coordinator, Claire Weldon, in seining (netting) and identifying biological life living in the river. Rain date: Jul 21 (Monitoring: 7, CIV score = 30, excellent score) View Photos Here
(L) Orientation: LinkUp with Watershed Volunteer Program*
Mon, Jul 17, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Not a watershed steward? This session is for those looking to start with the Watershed Volunteer Program (WVP) as a registered Cleveland Metroparks volunteer. Come learn about the various learning and service opportunities through the program, how to become a Certified Watershed Steward, and ways to get involved in special/independent projects. There will be a green infrastructure tour of the Watershed Stewardship Center, a presentation on how to link up with WVP, and time to connect with fellow stewards and staff. Bring questions you have flowing through your mind about WVP. (Learning: 16) View Photos Here
(R) Green Infrastructure Gardening Series*
Sun, Jul 16, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Wildwood Park, Euclid Creek Reservation
Start off your Sunday by joining the WVP team and fellow volunteers for a morning snack and refreshing beverage before we set foot into Wildwood's Green Infrastructure. In part 2 of this 8 week series, we will remove invasive plant species, add mulch to barren areas, perform other routine maintenance ensuring proper functionality and provide a natural space for wildlife in Euclid Creek Reservation's stormwater control measures. (Restoration: 4) View Photos Here
(R) Green Infrastructure Gardening Series*
Sun, Jul 9, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Start off your Sunday by joining the WVP team and fellow volunteers for a morning snack and refreshing beverage before we set foot into the Watershed Stewardship Center's Green Infrastructure. In part 1 of this 8 week series, we will remove invasive plant species, add mulch to barren areas, perform other routine maintenance ensuring proper functionality and provide a natural space for wildlife in West Creek Reservation's stormwater control measures (Restoration: 20). View Photos Here
(L) Green Infrastructure 101 Training*
Fri, Jul 7, 12 - 1 p.m. @ Online
Join Stream Restoration Ecologist Elizabeth Hiser to learn about green infrastructure design, planting and monitoring. Learn how it makes a lasting impact on improving water quality and habitat. (Learning: 20) View Info Here
(M) Training: ODNR Scenic Rivers Macro Monitoring*
Tue, June 27, 1 - 3 :15 p.m. @ Old River Farm Picnic Area, North Chagrin Reservation
Join Becky Donaldson from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to learn how to sample macroinvertebrates for the Scenic Rivers program. Discover how stream life is used to indicate water quality and how you can be part of monitoring efforts on Chagrin River as a WVP Independent Project. If you are interested in becoming an independent macro monitor, this session will teach you everything you need to get started monitoring your own. (Monitoring; 3) | View Photos Here
(L) Monday MeetUp: Chagrin River Watershed Partners*
Mon, Jun 26, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Polo Fields, South Chagrin Reservation
Join CRWP's Sarah Brunot to hear about their current watershed work. Our first stop will be a pre-construction site at the Polo Fields Restoration Project. Volunteers will learn about various streambank stabilization practices that will be used over the 2,000 linear ft. of the project Afterwards, we'll take a 10 minute hike to visit an example of a lush and complete restoration site at Forest Ridge Preserve Stream. We will discuss how successful floodplains were created and the native trees, shrubs, grasses and flowers that were planted to stabilize the area. (Learning; 14) |
(R) Work Session: Bioretention Garden Party*
Sat, Jun 24, 9:30 - 11 a.m. @ Wolf Picnic Area, Huntington Reservation
Join Stream Restoration Ecologist Elizabeth Hiser to weed a bioretention area. Help keep our green infrastructure looking pristine. (Restoration; 8) View Photos Here
(M) Training: ODNR Scenic Rivers Macro Monitoring*
Thu, June 15, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Old River Farm Picnic Area, North Chagrin Reservation
Join Becky Donaldson from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to learn how to sample macroinvertebrates for the Scenic Rivers program. Discover how stream life is used to indicate water quality and how you can be part of monitoring efforts on Chagrin River as a WVP Independent Project. If you are interested in becoming an independent macro monitor, this session will teach you everything you need to get started monitoring your own. (Monitoring; 12, CIV score = 23, excellent score | View Photos Here
(L) Talk: Garlic Mustard Aphids*
Wed, Jun 14, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join Holden Arboretum’s Natural Areas Biologist Rebecah Troutman to learn more about a newly discovered enemy of the invasive garlic mustard. This workshop will teach participants how to find and identify Liaphis alliariae, a garlic mustard specialist aphid native to Europe. This aphid was found during the 2021 field season. Affected plants produced twisted seed pods and puckered/wilted leaves. Given the importance of controlling garlic mustard, the novel nature of the newly discovered aphid in the United States, we are trying to better understand the impact this species has on garlic mustard- could it be a desperately needed biocontrol agent? The objective is to quantify the impact of this novel aphid on garlic mustard and map its current distribution.
Rebecah will talk about garlic mustard aphid identification and share preserved specimens to help volunteers survey and report independently in the field using the EDDMapS application. (Learning; 18) | View Photos Here
(O) WVP Outreach Table: 4 Miles for 4 Water Run/Walk
Sat, Jun 10, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. @ Flats East Bank
Share your knowledge and passion while you connect with others about your #NEOWaterSteward experience. Represent the Watershed Volunteer Program with information, interactive activities, and opportunities at this tabling event partnering with our Outdoor Experience team. For more information about this event, click here. (Outreach) | View Photos Here
(R) Volunteer Led Work Session: Dame's Rocket Removal
Tue, May 30, 5 – 7p.m. @ Lake to Lake Trailhead at Abrams Marsh, Big Creek Reservation
Join Volunteer Leader Dave LeBrun to help restore native habitat by removing dame's rocket. We will take care to identify dame's rocket and remove it to reduce seed spread. Come prepared to carefully go off trail with work gloves, closed toe shoes, long sleeves, and pants. Trash bags will be provided. (Restoration;5) | WVP volunteers register here
(R) Work Session: Garlic Mustard Removal
Sat, May 27, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. @ North Chagrin Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Josh Philipps to help restore native habitat by removing garlic mustard. We will take care to identify garlic mustard and remove it to reduce seed spread. Come prepared to carefully go off trail with work gloves, closed toe shoes, long sleeves, and pants. Trash bags will be provided. (Restoration;5) |
(R) Work Session: Bioretention Garden Party**
Fri, May 26, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. @ Nature Center Parking Lot, North Chagrin Reservation
Join Green Infrastructure Seasonal EmmaLee Keep to weed a bioretention area. Help keep our green infrastructure looking pristine before Park Operations begins their spring mulch application. This is a drop in style event and you can start and leave when it is convenient for you. (Restoration)| WVP volunteers register here,
(M) Work Session & Talk: Euclid Creek Chemistry Monitoring*
Thu, May 25, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. @ Highland Shelter, Euclid Creek Reservation
Join CSWCD's Watershed Coordinator Meg Hennessey to learn how you can support the Euclid Creek Monitoring program. Hands on training will be provided. (Monitoring; 10) |
(R) Work Session: Tree Planting
Tue, May 23, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. @ Garfield Reservation's Windy Ridge Picnic Area
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to help plant and protect trees at Garfield Reservation. (Restoration)
(R) Volunteer Led Work Session: Garlic Mustard Removal
Tue, May 23, 9:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. @ Lake Isaac Trail, Big Creek Reservation
Join Volunteer Leader Margaret Rhynard to help restore native habitat by removing garlic mustard. We will take care to identify garlic mustard and remove it to reduce seed spread. Come prepared to carefully go off trail with work gloves, closed toe shoes, long sleeves, and pants. Trash bags will be provided. (Restoration, 5)
(M) Talk: Volunteer Environmental Monitoring in Ohio*
Mon, May 22, 7 - 9 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join MBI and learn about the different volunteer monitoring efforts in Ohio and how practitioners are working to use these datasets. Emphasis will be placed on community data collection of aquatic macroinvertebrates. (Monitoring, 18) | View Photos Here
(R) Volunteer Led Work Session: Garlic Mustard Removal
Thu, May 18, 5 - 7 p.m. @ Music Mound Trail, Mill Stream Run Reservation
Join Volunteer Leader Dave LeBrun to help restore native habitat by removing garlic mustard. We will take care to identify garlic mustard and remove it to reduce seed spread. Come prepared to carefully go off trail with work gloves, closed toe shoes, long sleeves, and pants. Trash bags and stickers will be provided. (Restoration, 5)
(M) Work Session: BEHI
Wed, May 17, 2 - 4 p.m. @ WSC
Get a refresher course, or learn for the first time, about the BEHI assessment. Stream Restoration Ecologist Elizabeth Hiser will lead a training on how to assess streambank erosion using BEHI assessment methodology. BEHI looks at several streambank characteristics to determine the erosion potential: bank angle or undercutting, geologic layers, root structures within the bank, and more. (Monitoring; 5) | View Photos Here
(M) Work Session: Scenic Rivers Macro Monitoring
Tue, May 16, 10 a.m. - noon @ Old River Farm Picnic Area, North Chagrin Reservation
Learn how to use macroinvertebrates to measure the water quality of the Chagrin River as part of the Ohio Wild and Scenic Rivers Program! Join Cleveland Metroparks Aquatic Research Coordinator, Claire Weldon, in seining (netting) and identifying biological life living in the river. (Monitoring; 9, CIV score = 27, excellent score) | View Photos Here
(R) Volunteer Led Work Session: Tree Care and Site Stewardship
Fri, May 12, 11 - 1 p.m. @ Clark Field Parking Lot, Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Join Volunteer Steward Leaders, Chris Wolf and Dan Leamon, to review, repair, and address the various tree protections on the Tremont Towpath Trail in order to support the site stewardship that Chris and Dan have taken on as an independent project. (Restoration; 4)
(L) Monday MeetUp: West Creek Conservancy
Mon, May 8, 3 - 5 p.m. @ West Creek Nursery
Connect and learn with West Creek Conservancy at their Native Plant Nursery. Stay tuned for further details. (Learning, 10)
Mon, May 8, 3 - 5 p.m. @ West Creek Nursery
Connect and learn with West Creek Conservancy at their Native Plant Nursery. Stay tuned for further details. (Learning, 10)
RESCHEDULED: (R) Work Session: Tree Planting
Mon, May 8, Two Shifts: 8:45 - 11 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ Washington Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to help assist students in planting and protecting trees at Washington Reservation. (Restoration,3)
(R) Work Session: Tree Planting
Fri, May 5, Noon - 4 p.m. @ Euclid Creek Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Josh Philipps to help plant and protect trees at the former Euclid Middle School Site. Feel free to drop in and stay as long or as short as you like. (Restoration,9, 120 trees planted) | View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Tree Planting
Thu, May 4, 9 a.m. - Noon @ Washington Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to help plant and protect trees at Washington Reservation. (Restoration,2, 23 trees planted)
(M) Work Session: City Nature Challenge
Sat, Apr 29, 10 a.m. - Noon @ Chippewa Creek, Brecksville Reservation
Take part in the City Nature Challenge! Join Cleveland Metroparks Aquatic Research Coordinator, Claire Weldon to identify what is living in Chippewa Creek. Learn to seine (net) and identify the aquatic macroinvertebrates (insects) living in the river that are indicators of water quality. Prior to attending the event, volunteers should download the iNaturalist app from AppStore or Google Play on their phones and create an iNaturalist account. Weather-proof boots or waders are recommended. (Monitoring, 8) | View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Tree Planting & Protection
Thu, Apr 27, 10 a.m. - noon @ Ohio & Erie Canal
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to help plant and protect 10 trees (Restoration, 3, 20 trees planted)
(M) Workshop: Water Chemistry Training with Tinker's Creek
Wed, Apr 26, 6 - 7 p.m. @ Hemlock Creek Picnic Area, Bedford Reservation
Join Tinker’s Creek Watershed Partners’ at this water quality monitoring program that will teach volunteers how to properly monitor a stream in the Tinker’s Creek and Brandywine Creek watersheds, show what conditions to look for that are cause for concern, and who to contact with questions and data. The data will be compiled and used in participation with the Lake Erie Volunteer Science Network and shared with partners to monitor the health of the watersheds and to find sites for future restoration projects. (Monitoring; 10) | View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Bioretention Garden Party**
Mon, Apr 24, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Wolf Picnic Area, Huntington Reservation
Join Stream Restoration Ecologist Elizabeth Hiser and Master Rain Gardener Amanda Sebrosky to weed a bioretention area. Help keep our green infrastructure looking pristine before Park Operations begins their spring mulch application. (Restoration; 12) | View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Tree Planting
Thu, Apr 20, 4 - 6:30 p.m. @ Arborview Picnic Shelter, Washington Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to help plant 7 and 15 gallon trees at Washington Reservation in honor of Earth Day and Arbor Day. (Restoration; 9)| View Photos Here
(R) Work Session: Shrub Transplanting
Fri, Apr 14, 1 - 4 p.m. @ Wendy Park
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to help transplant red-osier dogwoods that are in danger of washing into the lake from erosion. (Restoration;2) | View Photos Here
(L) Monday MeetUp: Rocky River Watershed Council
Mon, Apr 10, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation
Connect and learn from a group of concerned community members dedicated to protecting and restoring the Rocky River and its tributaries -- the Rocky River Watershed Council (RRWC). RRWC volunteers and Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District staff will be meeting up with us for an introduction to their efforts and the water quality along the Rocky River. (Learning; 32) | View Photos Here
Mon, Apr 10, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation
Connect and learn from a group of concerned community members dedicated to protecting and restoring the Rocky River and its tributaries -- the Rocky River Watershed Council (RRWC). RRWC volunteers and Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District staff will be meeting up with us for an introduction to their efforts and the water quality along the Rocky River. (Learning; 32) | View Photos Here
(O) Volunteer Led Work Session: Neighborhood Outreach Flyer Prep Party
Wed, Mar 29, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join Watershed Volunteer Program Steward Leaders Mark Brody, Dave LeBrun and Margaret Rhynard to help prepare for a neighborhood outreach event. Mark will be working with Padua High School students to reach out to West Creek Reservation neighbors about watershed friendly practices they can adopt at home. Join this work party and help to stuff educational flyers from West Creek Conservancy and the Watershed Stewardship Center in envelopes to be delivered by Padua students to the neighborhood. (Outreach; 10) | View photos here
(O) Outreach Event: World Water Day Macroinvertebrate Display
Sat, Mar 25, Two hour shifts from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. @ The Watershed Stewardship Center
Trained WVP Volunteers can assist with the educational macroinvertebrate displays at this international celebration of water. (Outreach, 5) | View photos here
CANCELLED: (R) Work Session: Live Stake Harvesting & Planting
Thu, Mar 23, 10 a.m. - Noon @ Mill Stream Run Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Tim Krynak and Stream Restoration Ecologist Elizabeth Hiser to harvest live stakes for 2023 bioengineering projects. Help to cut and bundle dogwoods and willows. If time allows we will install some of the harvested live stakes on the creek running through the harvesting nursery. (Restoration)
(R) Work Session: Live Stake Harvesting & Planting
Tue, Mar 21, 10 a.m. - Noon @ Mill Stream Run Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Tim Krynak and Stream Restoration Ecologist Elizabeth Hiser to harvest live stakes for 2023 bioengineering projects. Help to cut and bundle dogwoods and willows. If time allows we will install some of the harvested live stakes on the creek running through the harvesting nursery. (Restoration; 5) | View photos here
(L) Workshop: Aquatic Plant Prep - 2023 Field Season
Mon, Mar 20, 6:30 - 8 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join Aquatic Invasive Species Project Coordinator, Mark Warman, for an aquatic plant brush up in preparation for the 2023 field season. Hear notes from the field, use handouts actively throughout, and practice identification of non-indigenous, harmful species in northern Ohio. (Learning; 21) | View slides here
(R) Volunteer Led Work Session: Tree Care and Site Stewardship
RESCHEDULED: Fri, Mar 17, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Clark Field Parking Lot, Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Join Volunteer Steward Leaders, Chris Wolf and Dan Leamon, to review, repair, and address the various tree protections on the Tremont Towpath Trail in order to support the site stewardship that Chris and Dan have taken on as an independent project. (Restoration; 6) | View photos here
(R) Work Session: Invasive Plant Management
Wed, Mar 8, Noon - 2 p.m. @ Brookside Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to free up space for native plants. Help to cut back porcelain berry at Brookside Reservation. (Restoration; 13) |
(M) Workshop: Macroinvertebrates ID 101
Thu, Mar 2, 2:30 - 4 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Come see, do, and learn about macroinvertebrates. Join Naturalist Peter Frank for this hands-on training. Key terms and principles will be explored. Leave ready to assist with future macroinvertebrate outreach activities like World Water Day. (Monitoring; 20) | View photos and slides here
Thu, Mar 2, 2:30 - 4 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Come see, do, and learn about macroinvertebrates. Join Naturalist Peter Frank for this hands-on training. Key terms and principles will be explored. Leave ready to assist with future macroinvertebrate outreach activities like World Water Day. (Monitoring; 20) | View photos and slides here
(L) Talk: Water Quality Monitoring Review
Tue, Feb 21, Noon - 1 p.m. @ Virtual
Join Community Science Assistant Bre Turner as she reviews the 2022 volunteer monitoring program and talks about 2023 monitoring to come. (Learning; 19) | View slides here | View recording here Password: gYb32zpe
(R) Work Session: Live Stake Harvest and Install
Fri, Feb 17, 2 - 3:30 p.m. @ Acacia Reservation
Join Natural Area Manager Josh Philipps to harvest and plant live stakes along a recently restored head cut area to help with long term stabilization. (Restoration, 9) | View photos here.
(L) Monday MeetUp: Friends of Lower Lake*
Mon, Feb 13, 6 - 7 p.m. @ Virtual
Join Friends of Lower Lake for this informative talk about conservation community building. (Learning, 38) | View Slides here. | View recording here Password: Mp3KKqdX
(R) Work Session: Invasive Plant Management
Wed, Feb 8, Noon - 2 p.m. @ Brookside Reservation (Note Location Change)
Join Natural Area Manager Valerie Carter Stone to free up space for native plants. Help to cut back porcelain berry at Brookside Reservation. (Restoration, 10) View photos here
(R) Work Session: Seed Processing and Packaging
Fri, Feb 3, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join Watershed Volunteer Program staff to process Wild Senna seeds kindly donated by Mark Brody. We will prep these seeds for sharing and package these as well as other species to be used in outreach events this year. (Restoration; 13) | View Photos Here
(M) Workshop & Training: Salt Watch
Fri, Feb 3, Noon - 1:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center or @ Online
Join Community Science Assistant Bre Turner and Izaak Walton League's Abby Hileman to learn about this nationwaide volunteer salt sampling program. Receive training and monitoring strips to test a site for salinity related to urban runoff. There will be an in person and virtual option to attend. (Monitoring, 26) | View Recording Here: Password: 8cZaFZpR | View photos here
(R) Work Session: Seed Processing and Packaging
Fri, Jan 27, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join Watershed Volunteer Program staff to process Wild Senna seeds kindly donated by Mark Brody. We will prep these seeds for sharing and package these as well as other species to be used in outreach events this year. (Restoration: 11) View photos here
(L) Talk: Smart Watershed Technology Roadshow*
Thu, Jan 19, 3 - 4:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join the Cleveland Water Alliance to learn more about the Smart Lake Erie Watershed initiative. Join experts from LimnoTech and Freeboard Technology for a hands on demo and overview of environmental sensing technology. (Learning: 14) View photos here
(L) Orientation: Linkup with the Watershed Volunteer Program*
Sat, Jan 14, 10 a.m. - noon @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
This session is for those just starting or looking to start with the Watershed Volunteer Program (WVP) as a registered Cleveland Metroparks volunteer. Come learn about the various learning and service opportunities through the program, how to become a Certified Watershed Steward, and ways to get involved in special/independent projects. There will be a tour of the Watershed Stewardship Center, a presentation on how to link up with WVP, and time to connect with fellow stewards and staff. Bring questions you have flowing through your mind about WVP.
Who should attend: For those new to WVP, those looking for more information about WVP, and those looking to share their WVP experience with new members. After attending, you will receive additional information on how to become a Cleveland Metroparks WVP volunteer.
Can't wait to learn more? Here is an intro video to check out before we link up. (Learning, 26) | View photos here
(S)upplemental Events
(S) NEO Master Rain Gardener Fall/Winter 2023 Online Course
Self Paced Course @ Online, registration through Dec 31, 2023
This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to manage rain water in your own yard. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback which will enable you to design and install a rain garden. Topics will include site assessment, soil analysis, design, construction, plant selection, mulching, and maintenance.
The Residential Certification is geared toward homeowners who would like to install a rain garden in their own yard and serve as the neighborhood expert on rain gardens.
Professional Certification Classes are also available
More Details and Registration Here Cost $50
(S) NEORSD Parma Stormwater Projects Update
Thursday, Nov 30, 2023, 11am-1pm & 5-7pm @ The Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
The project team will be at Watershed Stewardship Center with project displays November 30 to provide updates on two stormwater basin projects that will help address flooding issues in Parma: Baldwin Creek Watershed (Dell Haven Basin) and West Creek Watershed (Veterans Memorial Park Basin). No RSVP is required.
(S) Summit Metroparks Reforestation Plantings
Wed, Nov 15, 2023, two sessions: 8 - 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. @ Pond View Trail, Tinker's Creek Area
Help Summit Metroparks create the next generation of forests and flex your green arms/thumbs. 135 bare root trees and 135 live stakes will be planted during these sessions, species include: Oak, maple, dogwood, aster and more.
More Details and Registration Here
(S) Adopt-a-Trail
Sun, Nov 12, 2023, 9am - 12:00 p.m. @ Everett Covered Bridge, 2370 Everett Road, Peninsula, OH
Adopt-a-Trail volunteers help park staff maintain safe and well-groomed trails. They participate in trail "sweeps" by picking up litter, trimming branches, clearing culverts, and reporting trail conditions on their adopted trails.
More Details and Registration Here
(S) Charting Doan’s Flow: Brook and Community
Thu, Nov 9, 2023, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Nature Center at Shaker Lakes
2600 South Park Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44120 Road, Peninsula, OH
Doan Brook Watershed Partnership invites you to celebrate those who are making our watershed more vibrant, healthy and sustainable. The keynote speaker is long-time partner and Doan Brook advocate Dr. Roy Larick.
Many of Cleveland’s small watercourses are buried and forgotten. Doan Brook is just large enough, just distant enough from Public Square — and loved just enough — to have escaped this fate. Still, Doan has suffered in human hands. The Partnership has engaged watershed communities in the cause to right historical wrongs since its inception in 2002. While success is evident, the struggle continues. Dr. Larick will summarize the Partnership’s accomplishments of twenty years and chart the flow of Community Doan during the decades to come.
As a Paleolithic archaeologist, Roy Larick has researched early humans across the Old World. Since boomeranging home in 2002, he has applied a long term perspective to understanding Cleveland’s urban streams and helping in restoration efforts. Doan Brook has a firm place in his heart.
More Details and Registration Here
(S) Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District: Green Yards & Healthy Homes
Thu, Nov 2, 2023, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ University Heights Library, 13866 Cedar Road University Heights, OH
Our yards and homes have an enormous impact on the natural world and to our own health. Learn how to replace chemicals in your yard and home with a few inexpensive, all-natural, effective ingredients to create a healthy habitat for all.
More Details and Registration Here
(S) Tinker's Creek Stream Clean-up in Walton Hills - Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners
Sat, Oct 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ T. G. Young Park, Walton Hills, OH
Protect the watershed with Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners and help remove trash, tires and other debris during this stream clean-up. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Walking Tour Series: Astorhurst Hike - Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners
Wed, Oct 25, 2023, 5- 6:30 p.m. @ Astorhurst Trailhead, Bedford Reservation
Join the Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners' Alyssa Mills on a hike through Astorhurst Park and learn about this former golf course that has been converted to parkland. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Birds at the Lagoon
Sun, Oct 22, 2023, 8:30 - 10 a.m. @ Oxbow Lagoon, Rocky River Reservation
Hike the trails around Oxbow Lagoon to look for year-round and migrating birds.
More Details and Registration Here
(S) Native Tree and Plant Nursery Tour- West Creek Conservancy
Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Stearns Native Nursery, 7000 Randolph Dr., Parma, OH
Join the West Creek Conservancy for a tour of a native nursery. Learn about the behind the scenes operations then end your morning with hot cocoa and a bonfire! More Details and Registration Here
(S) Tree Giveaway- West Creek Conservancy
Sat, Oct 21, 2023, 12:30-3 p.m. @ Stearns Native Nursery, 7000 Randolph Dr., Parma, OH
West Creek is having a free tree giveaway this Saturday from 12:30-3, (while supplies last) at Stearns Nursery. The public can simply stop in, register, and grab a tree or two. Some species available are red maple, London plane, Rubber tree, and a couple oak species.
(S) Euclid Creek's New Eastern Ledge Trail - Friends of Euclid Creek
Sat, Oct 14, 2023, 2 - 4 p.m. @ Euclid Creek Reservation
Join Friends of Euclid Creek for a tour of a new trail that shows the differences in forested floodplains and ledge prairies and wetlands. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Great Lakes Conference 2023
Oct 12-13, 2023 @ Hilton Cleveland Downtown, Cleveland OH
“Learn from experts. Network with peers. Explore restoration sites. Take action.”
(S) Southerly Tunnel and Consolidation Project Pre-Bid Meeting - Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
Thu, Oct 12, 2023, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Center For Families and Children, 4500 Euclid Avenue Cleveland OH
Join the NEORSD for a meeting to hear about their newest Project Clean Lake storage tunnel. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Akron Hydro Watch: River Health Workshop
Wed, Oct 11, 10am-Noon, Buchert Park, Mantua OH
Meet with Akron Watershed Division staff to learn how water resource professionals use aquatic invertebrates and water flow to monitor river health. Find out how you can get involved. Be prepared to wade into the river and get dirty. Sturdy shoes, rubber boots, or chest waders recommended.
(S) Hiking Spring Creek Preserve - West Creek Conservancy
Sat, Oct 7, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Montville Township OH
Join the West Creek Conservancy for a tour of a 361-acre preserved wetland complex. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center Teacher Professional Development Weekend - Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District
Fri, Oct 6 - Sun Oct 8, 2023 @ Cuyahoga Valley National Park
If you are a teacher, join CSWCD in a weekend long training to learn how you can educate your students about watersheds. This weekend includes one free graduate credit, food and lodging, and equipment for projects. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Live Stake Installation - West Creek Conservancy
Mon, Oct 2, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. @ W Ridgewood Dr & W 29th St, Parma, OH
Join West Creek Conservancy as they restore the old Camp Corde fields! They will be installing live stakes along the newly created wetland complex. This involves hammering 2' sticks into the ground. Wear closed toed shoes and bring work gloves.
(S) Parks for Pollinators Bioblitz - Cleveland Metroparks
Sep 1 - Sep 30, 2023 @ All Cleveland Metroparks Reservations
Join the Cleveland Metroparks and National Recreation and Park Association for a Pollinator Bioblitz. Throughout the whole month of September you can help track the number of pollinator species inside the Cleveland Metroparks. Join the iNaturalist group and upload any pictures of pollinators that you take inside of the parks. The species will be identified and recorded to help raise awareness of our current pollinator crisis.
(S) Bioswale Maintenance/Retrofit - West Creek Conservancy
Fri, Sep 29, 2023, 9 a.m. - noon @ Caribe Bakery, Parma, OH
Join the West Creek Conservancy to fix a broke bioswale.
(S) NEORSD Clean Water Fest
Sat, Sep 23, 2023, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., @ Environmental and Maintenance Services Center, Cuyahoga Heights, OH
A day all about water with games, education, tours, and more! More Details Here
(S) National Public Lands Day - Doan Brook Partners
Sat, Sep 23, 2023, 9 a.m. - noon @ Lee Rd. & S Park Blvd, Shaker Hts, OH
Join Doan Brook Partners in their celebration of National Public Lands Day. They will be pulling invasives and planting native plants to help improve the wildlife at Shaker Parklands.
(S) Live Stake Installation - West Creek Conservancy
Sat, Sep 23, 10 a.m. - 1pm @ W Ridgewood Dr & W 29th St, Parma, OH
Join West Creek Conservancy as they restore the old Camp Corde fields! They will be installing live stakes along the newly created wetland complex. This involves hammering 2' sticks into the ground. Wear closed toed shoes and bring work gloves.
(S) Hiking the Former Haydite Mine - West Creek Conservancy
Sat Sep 16, 2023, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Independence, OH
Join West Creek Conservancy to tour the old haydite mine and hear about their plans to naturalize the area. More Details and Registration
(S) Garden Clean Up - West Creek Conservancy
Fri, Sep 15, 2023, 10 a.m. - noon @ Henninger House, Parma, OH
Join the West Creek Conservancy in a garden clean up. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Why Plumbing Matters - Greater Cleveland Water Equity Partners
Wed, Sep 13, 2023, 4 - 5 p.m. @ The Foundry, Cleveland, OH
Join GCWEP to hear about the crossover between infrastructure, housing, and sustainability in this hour long talk about plumbing. More Details and Registration Here
(S) West Creek Watershed Mini Documentary and Hike
Sat, Sep 2, 2023, 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
The West Creek Watershed is widely known for its conservation comeback story. Head out on the nearby trails to discover some of the reservation's unique features and future plans, then head back to the nature center for a special screening of a brand new, 20-minute mini documentary that covers the inspiring story and vision of West Creek Reservation. More Details Here
(S) Lake Erie Water Trail Kayak Tour E. 55th - Cleveland Metroparks
Tue, Aug 29, 2023, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ E 55th Marina Fishing Area
Join the Cleveland Metroparks for an educational kayak tour on Lake Erie. Previous experience is require. Cost $20 More Details and Registration Here
(S) Freshwater Science: Phosphorus Cycling in Agricultural Streams in the Maumee River Watershed
Tue, Aug 29, 2023, 12 - 12:30 p.m. @ Online
Join Dr. Jim Hood from The Ohio State University for a webinar about Lake Erie tributaries depositing phosphorous into the lake and causing harmful algal blooms. More Details and Registration Here
(S) MOTUS Dragonfly Workshop - Cleveland Metroparks and US Forest Service
Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 2 - 5 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join dragonfly scientists, Ami Thompson, Melissa Sanchez Herrera, and Sandra Hunt-von Arb to capture, tag, and release Green Darner Dragonflies. The location of the dragonflies will be recorded by various Motus stations and will be used to track their migratory patterns for future conservation and research. Email karin.theophile@usda.gov if you are interested in participating.
(S) Take to the Lake - Doan Brook Watershed Partnership
Sat, Aug 26, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. @ Lower Shaker Lake
Join Doan Brook Watershed Partnership for a day of kayaking, hiking, and yoga to connect with likeminded individuals and learn about the history of Doan Brook. More Details and Registration
(S) Chagrin River Canoe Float - Chagrin River Watershed Partners
Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 10 a.m - 12:30 p.m. or 1 - 3:30 p.m. @ 221 Erie Road Eastlake, OH
Join CRWP and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for a tour of the Chagrin River and learn about the importance of water health. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Stream Monitoring Using Aquatic Insects
Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. @ Deer Haven Park in Delaware, Ohio
Join the Midwest Biodiversity Institute to test the quality of a stream and gain a Level 1 Certification in macroinvertebrate monitoring. Cost $40 More Details and Registration Here
(S) Lake Erie Water Trail SUP Tour Huntington - Cleveland Metroparks
Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 9 - 11 a.m. @ Huntington Reservation
Join the Cleveland Metroparks for an educational stand-up paddleboard tour on Lake Erie. Previous experience is require. Cost $30 More Details and Registration Here
(S) NOACA Climate Conversations ToolKit
Wed, Aug 23, 2023, 6 p.m. @ Euclid Public Library
Join Friends of Euclid Creek and other local organizations to learn about regional data and impacts of climate action. Register Here
(S) History Hike: Deep Lock Quarry - Summit Metro Parks
Sun, Aug 13, 2023 9 - 11 a.m. @ Deep Lock Quarry, Peninsula
Join the Summit Metro Parks to learn about the history of canals, railroads, and quarries in our area. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Bird Nerds: Water Birds - Summit Metro Parks
Sat, Aug 12, 2023, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, Akron
Join the Summit Metro Parks to learn about a variety of water birds in the area. More Details and Registration
(S) River Health Workshop - Akron Hydro Watch
Wed, Aug 9, 2023, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Portage Park District
Join the Akron Water Supply Bureau to learn about watershed health and perform macroinvertebrate and water chemistry testing. More Details and Registration Here
(S) NEO Master Rain Gardener Fall 2023 Online Course
Mon, Aug 7 - Sept 15, 2023, on your own time @ Online
This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to manage rain water in your own yard. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback which will enable you to design and install a rain garden. Topics will include site assessment, soil analysis, design, construction, plant selection, mulching, and maintenance.
The Residential Certification is geared toward homeowners who would like to install a rain garden in their own yard and serve as the neighborhood expert on rain gardens.
Professional Certification Classes are also available
More Details and Registration Here Cost $50
(S) Rain Barrel Workshop - Tinker's Creek
Sat, Aug 5, 2023, 10 - 11:30 a.m. @ Aurora Shores Marina
Join Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners to build your own rain barrel. This event can be attended for learning purposes for free, but there is a cost if you would like to buy a rain barrel to take home. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Stormwater Science: Educators' Event - Cleveland Metroparks
Tues, Aug 1, 2023, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join us for an educators' roundtable on the topics of watershed and stormwater education. Teachers and others in the education profession will enjoy discovering the hands-on resources at Watershed Stewardship Center, learn about the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District's stormwater fee credit program, and enjoy a discussion about ways to bring science topics to life for students. Light refreshments provided. More Details and Registration Here
(S) Family Fishing Day
Sat, Jul 29, 2023, 9 - 2:30 p.m. @ Rockefeller Park Lagoon
Cleveland Metroparks and Doan Brook Watershed Partnership invite Northeast Ohio residents to “get hooked” and enjoy a day of free fishing and outdoor activities with friends and family at University Circle’s historic Rockefeller Park Lagoon More Details
(S) Sagamore Creek In-stream Hike
Fri, Jul 28, 2023, 2 - 4 p.m. @ Bedford Reservation
Join Naturalist Matt Knittel for a 2-mile in-stream hike where you will learn about the creek and explore the park from a new perspective. More Details
(S) Fishing Rod Rigging*
Wed, July 26, 2023, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. @ Doan Brook Watershed Partnership
CRWP is seeking 10-15 volunteers on July 26th to help put together the fishing rods in advance of the Family Fishing Day (see Jul 29). We will be rigging 150 fishing rods this year. Learn how to tie knots and assemble fishing polls. Knot-tying experience is a plus, but not required! More Details
(S) Science in the Dark: Night Hike*
Tues, July 25, 2023, 8:45 - 9:45 p.m. @ Monarch Bluff Picnic Area, West Creek Reservation
Join Naturalist Mayim Hamblen for a 2-mile hike where you will search for bioluminescent creatures and nocturnal animals inside the park. More Details
(S) West Creek Wet Hike*
Sat, Jul 15, 2023, 1 -4 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join Naturalist Matt Knittel for a 6-mile hike through the West Creek where you will learn about the wildlife and geology in the water.
(S) Rocky River Watershed Council Picnic in the Park*
Sat, Jul 15, 2023, noon - 2 p.m. @ Bonnie Park Picnic Area, Strongsville
Join RRWC and Cleveland Metroparks Director of Natural Resources, Jenn Grieser, for a picnic to hear about stream restoration and volunteer water quality monitoring.
(S) Big Creek In-Stream Hike*
Fri, Jul 14, 2023, 2 - 4 p.m. @ Snow Road Picnic Area, Big Creek Reservation
Join Naturalist Matt Knittel for a 3-mile hike where you will look for wildlife and learn about the geology of one of the Cuyahoga River's tributaries.
(S) Invasive Plant Removal - Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park*
Thu, July 13, 2023, 1 - 3:30 p.m. @ Peninsula
Join the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park in the removal of invasive plants from their park.
(S) Development Without Decline - Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park*
Wed, July 12, 2023, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. @ Happy Days Lodge
Join James Yskamp from Earthjustice for live music and a talk about the importance of sustainable development and limiting environmental degradation.
(S) Evening with an Expert - Dr. Kate Calvin, Chief Scientist and Senior Climate Advisor*
Tue, July 11, 2023, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join Kate Calvin, NASA's Chief Scientist and Senior Climate Advisor, to hear about her career path, NASA's mission, and an outline of their climate portfolio. Participants will also learn about NASA's citizen science initiatives and ways that they can directly help in NASA's efforts.
(S) Sagamore Creek Loop Hike*
Sat, Jul 8, 2023, 9 -11:30 a.m. @ Alexander Road Trailhead, Bedford Reservation
Cross streams and trek up hills with Naturalist Matt Knittel on this 4-mile exploration of Sagamore Creek.
(S) Past and Future of West Creek*
Fri, Jul 7, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join Naturalist Matt Knittel to hear how West Creek has changed over the years and what it will look like in the years to come.
(S) NEO Master Rain Gardener Summer 2023 In-Person Course*
Thu, Jul 6 - Aug 10, 2023 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. @ Lakefront Lodge
This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to manage rain water in your own yard. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback which will enable you to design and install a rain garden. Topics will include site assessment, soil analysis, design, construction, plant selection, mulching, and maintenance.
Light refreshments will be provided. There will be optional field trips to nearby rain gardens and a native plant nursery after each class!
The Residential Certification is geared toward homeowners who would like to install a rain garden in their own yard and serve as the neighborhood expert on rain gardens.
Professional Certification Classes are also available
(S) Evening Exploration Hike*
Mon, Jul 3, 2023, 7 - 8 p.m. @ Monarch Bluff Picnic Area, West Creek Reservation
Join Naturalist Peter Frank for a 2-mile, end of the day hike to see West Creek's wildlife at night.
(S) Rain Garden Planting - Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District*
Fri, June 30, 2023, 1 - 5 p.m. @ Beachwood Fire Station #2
Join Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District to help fill the Beachwood Fire Station Rain Garden with native species. Participation is not necessary for the entire duration of the event.
(S) Stream Quality Monitoring Workshop - Chagrin River*
Thu, June 29, 2023, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Buchert Memorial Park
Join Becky Donaldson, from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to learn about macroinvertebrate monitoring on the Cuyahoga River.
(S) Forecast for Harmful Algal Blooms in Lake Erie 2023*
Thu, June 29, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ Online
Join Stone Laboratory and Ohio Sea Grant for a live web event for NOAA’s annual HABs Forecast for western Lake Erie. In addition to the official forecast, the event will feature spring nutrient loading and projections along with expert commentary and highlights of recent research efforts and successes.
(S) Stream Quality Monitoring and Stream Exploration - Upper Cuyahoga State Scenic River
Tue, June 27, 2023, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Buchert Memorial Park
Join Becky Donaldson, from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to learn about macroinvertebrate monitoring on the Cuyahoga River.
(S) A Resident's Guide to Community Policy - Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District*
Tue, June 27 - July 13, 2023, 5:30 - 7 p.m. @ Highland Heights Community Center or Lyndhurst Community Center
Join Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District for a two-part workshop to learn about streamside buffer zone protection. The event will give information about riparian zones and different policies that local municipalities have to protect them as well as ways you can personally protect them.
(S) Dragonfly Mercury Project Sampling - Cuyahoga Valley National Park*
Tue, June 27, 2023, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. @ Brandywine Creek
Join volunteers to help Cuyahoga Valley National Park collect dragonfly larvae that will be used in mercury analysis. This project has been ongoing since 2009 and helps reduce the impact of mercury on the public and wildlife.
(S) From HABs' Place in the Water Column to their Individual Cells*
Thu, June 22, 2023, 12 - 12:30 p.m. @ Online
Join Dr. Tom Bridgeman from The University of Toledo to learn about research of HAB cells detection and the vertical movement of different types of algae.
(S) Salt Watch Season 6 Wrap-Up*
Thu, Jun 15, 1 - 2 p.m. @ Online
Season 6 of Salt Watch has been completed! Join IWLA to hear more about Salt Watch accomplishments, stories from our monitors, a dive into Season 6 results, and what we're looking forward to in Season 7!
For those who are unable to attend the webinar, also review the salt watch field season report here or watch the webinar on the Izaak Walton League Clean Water Webinar YouTube playlist here.
(S) Emerging On-Farm Research*
Wed, Jun 14, 3 p.m. @ Online
The June edition of The Current Webinar series exploring the latest on-farm research in Arkansas, Nebraska and Wisconsin. Hear about Extension's Discovery Farms program, on-farm water quality monitoring, and using on-farm research to promote the adoption of precision nitrogen management.
(S) Cleveland Metroparks Rain Barrel Workshop*
Sun, Jun 11, Noon - 1:30 p.m. @ Rocky River Nature Center
Join naturalist Peter Frank and learn about the importance of slowing down and capturing runoff while putting together your own 55-gallon rain barrel to take home. Register Here Cost $65
(S) Art in the Park: Beachcombing*
Thu, Jun 8, 6:30 -8 p.m. @ Euclid Beach Pier
Help clean up the beach and make upcycled art at Euclid Beach with beach glass. Email northchagrinnc@clevelandmetroparks.com with questions. See event details here.
(S) Ohio Lake Erie Commission Meeting on BUI Removal in the Cuyahoga River Area of Concern *
Thu, Jun 8, 6 -8 p.m. @ Windows on the River, 2000 Sycamore Street, 2nd Floor River View Room
A public information session and opportunity to weigh in on a proposal to remove a beneficial use impairment within the Cuyahoga River Area of Concern. Parking will be validated. Public comments will be accepted after the information session. For more information on Beneficial Use Impairments (BUI).
(S) Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Action Plan IV Update Engagement Session*
Wed, Jun 7, 6 -8 p.m. @ The Great Lakes Science Center
The EPA will provide an overview of the GLRI and the purpose of the Action Plan. Afterwards, participants will have an opportunity to directly interact with EPA staff and ask questions and provide comments. Registration is not required and parking is free. Learn more about the GLRI here.
(S) Rocky River Watershed Council: Annual River Cleanup
Sat, Jun 3, 9 a.m. - Noon @ Emerald Necklace Marina
Join Cleveland Metroparks and the Rocky River Watershed Council for their annual Rocky River clean-up and barbeque. After the clean-up relax and celebrate with a BBQ (vegetarian options provided). Have a great time and help us clean-up the river! See event details here.
(S) Cleveland Metroparks Rain Barrel Workshop*
Thu, Jun 1, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center
Join naturalist Peter Frank and learn about the importance of slowing down and capturing runoff while putting together your own 55-gallon rain barrel to take home. Register Here Cost $65
(S) Euclid Creek Watershed Program: Greenwood Farm Planting and Invasive Removal*
Sun, May 21, 1 - 4 p.m. @ 264 Richmond Rd., Richmond Heights | Register with our partners here.
(S) West Creek Conservancy: Hiking West Creek Valley*
Sat, May 20, 9 - 11 a.m. @ 2901 W. Ridgewood, Parma | Register with our partners here.
(S) Doan Brook Watershed Partners: Rain Barrel Workshops*
Tue, May 16 and Tue May 23, 5:30 - 7 p.m. @ Nature Center at Shaker Lakes | Cost $85 | Register with our partners here.
(S) Doan Brook Watershed Partners: Grow not Mow*
Sat, May 13, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ South Park Blvd & Courtland Blvd | Register with our partners here.
(S) Cleveland Museum of Natural History: Membership Day of Service*
Sat, May 6, 10:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. (Multiple time slots) @ Chamberlin Forest Preserve in Geauga County.
You must become a member of CMNH to participate. | Register with our partners here.
(S) Doan Brook Watershed Partners: Raingardens 101*
Sat, April 29, 11 a.m. - noon @ Cleveland Public Library - Rice Branch
Join the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership and Chagrin River Watershed Partners to discover how rain gardens work, how they can help with backyard flooding and what it takes to install one in your own yard. You’ll also learn more about the Northeast Ohio Master Rain Gardener program and how you can become a Master Rain Gardener! To register with our partners, please click here.
(S) Big Creek Connects: 24th Annual Big Creek Cleanup
Sat, April 29, 9 a.m. - noon @ Multiple Locations
Join Big Creek Connects, Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District, and other partners to help clean up Big Creek. Volunteers are needed to help pick up stream side trash at several locations. For more details and to register with our partners, please click here.
(S) Rocky River Watershed Council: RRWC Quarterly Meeting featuring Mel Hauser of Good Nature Organic Lawn Care*
Tue, April 25, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. @ Watershed Stewardship Center, West Creek Reservation
Join Rocky River Watershed Council for this speaker event on how to keep your yard green and our waters clean. Refreshments provided (including vegetarian options) though attendees are also welcome to bring a dish for our potluck. Learn more here.
(S) Cleveland Metroparks Rain Barrel Workshops*
Sun, Apr 23, Noon - 1:30 p.m. @ Ohio Erie Canal Reservations
Join naturalist Peter Frank and learn about the importance of slowing down and capturing runoff while putting together your own 55-gallon rain barrel to take home. Register here for Apr 23. Cost $65
(S) Cleveland Metroparks: Acacia Stream Cleanup*
Sat, April 22, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. @ Acacia Reservation
Help us remove litter from the stream restoration area at Acacia Reservation and participate in a community science project monitoring the composition and types of litter. The cleanup will occur off trail in uneven and wet ground, long sleeves/long pants and waterproof shoes are recommended. We will provide gloves, trash bags, and trash pickers. Click here to register with our partners.
(S) Cleveland Metroparks Zoo: Party for the Planet*
Sat, April 22, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. @ Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Celebrate Earth Day at the zoo and stop by various conservation agencies booths to learn! Click here for more details.
(S) Doan Brook Watershed Partners: Dugway Brook Stream Sweep*
Sat, April 22, 10 a.m. - noon @ Forest Hills Blvd
Volunteers will meet at the north end of the Forest Hills Blvd. parking lot (East Cleveland). Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Warm clothing is recommended. In partnership with East Cleveland Park Association, City of Cleveland Heights and Bluestone Heights. Click here to register with our partners.
(S) City of Euclid and Collinwood: The Big Clean*
Sat, April 22, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. @ Multiple Locations
Join the Communities of Euclid and Collinwood in a friendly competition to clean up in this annual day that has grown in popularity every year! Click here to register with our partners.
(S) OSU Extension: The Status of River Otters in Ohio*
Fri, April 21, 10 a.m. - noon @ Online
Join Learn about the history of river otters and hear from Stan Gehrt, OSU Extension Wildlife Specialist in the discussion of the ecology and status of river otters in Ohio. Register with our partners here.
(S) Doan Brook Watershed Partners: Cleveland's Ecology and the Community Garden Impact*
Wed, April 19, 6:30 p.m. @ Stonebrook-White Montessori Campus
Join Morning Robinson and Britiny Hubbard from the Ohio State University Extension to explore Cleveland’s ecology and the impact community gardens are having on both the city’s ecosystems and the health and well-being of the gardeners. People and place come together in this presentation celebrating how community action can create positive change. Apply the principles in your own garden at home, learn how to start a community garden in Cleveland yourself, or join the Master Gardeners to continue learning more about how to grow a vibrant greenspace. Register with our partners here.
(S) Cleveland Metroparks Rain Barrel Workshops*
Sun, Apr 16 Noon - 1:30 p.m. @ South Chagrin
Join naturalist Peter Frank and learn about the importance of slowing down and capturing runoff while putting together your own 55-gallon rain barrel to take home. Register here for Apr 16 Cost $65
(S) Amphibians of Ohio Workshop*
Sat, April 8, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. @ Look-About-Lodge
This indoor/outdoor workshop geared toward teachers and higher-level learners takes a closer look at the frogs and salamanders of Ohio. Naturalist Jake Kudrna will explore all things amphibian, including identification, adaptations, and life cycles. Ohio Professional Development LPDC certificate provided for five contact hours. $15 Registration fee, which includes lunch, snacks, and a book to take home. Lunch orders taken after registering. Register by April 5. Event Details here.
(S) Ohio Section American Water Works Association (OAWWA) Presents: Water Industry Career Panel*
Wed, April 6, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. @ Online
The Young Professionals (YP) Committee of the Ohio Section American Water Works Association (OAWWA) is hosting a virtual panel for students and young professionals to learn about different career paths in the water industry. Come join us and hear from four professionals in a range of roles around Ohio!
We will hear from Taylor Carnahan, PE, Project Engineer at Stantec Water Group, Billy Fagan, Ph.D., Process Engineer at Black & Veatch Water Technology Group, and Elizabeth Hiser, Stream Restoration Ecologist at Cleveland Metroparks Natural Resources Division.
The event will include brief presentations from each panelist about their role and background, followed by a Q&A session, and finally, the opportunity to speak with the panelists individually in breakout rooms.
Come and learn about the many opportunities within the water industry. Plus, ask your questions about entering the professional world! Register with our partners here.
(S) Chagrin River 2023 Speaker Series*
Thu Mar 30 @ various times online
Join Chagrin River Watershed Partners virtually for a variety of water related topics online. Register for the February 23rd Marblehead Lighthouse talk here. Sign up for the CRWP mailing list to get registration for upcoming talks. See recordings from the speaker series here.
(S) How to Build a Stream*
Thu, Mar 30, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. @ The Watershed Stewardship Center
Join a Naturalist to learn how healthy streams function and the ways they can become dysfunctional. We’ll build our own stream indoors, then walk out to West Creek to see different stream management techniques that have been used over time. Event Details here.
(S) Chagrin River 2023 Speaker Series*
Tue Mar 28 @ various times online
Join Chagrin River Watershed Partners virtually for a variety of water related topics online. Register for the February 23rd Marblehead Lighthouse talk here. Sign up for the CRWP mailing list to get registration for upcoming talks. See recordings from the speaker series here.
(S) World Water Day*
Sat, Mar 25, 11:00 a.m. - 4 p.m. @ The Watershed Stewardship Center
There is nothing more important to life on Earth than water! World Water Day is an international event celebrating all things H2O. Enjoy hands-on games, experiments and crafts. Check out an ice carving demonstration and snap a pic in the photo booth to commemorate the day. Visit with a variety of groups working to make sure our water systems stay clean and healthy at this fun and free family event. No registration required. Event Details here.
(Trained WVP Volunteers can assist with the macroinvertebrate displays at this event. Email us if you would like to volunteer.)
(S) World Water Day: The Power of Water*
Wed, Mar 22, 10:00 a.m. - noon @ Bedford Reservation
World Water Day celebrates the importance of fresh water. On this hike, Naturalist Jake Kudrna will show you the power of water by hiking to a tiny tributary with a trickling waterfall, then to the thundering Great Falls of Tinker’s Creek to see the value of these vastly different habitats. Sturdy footwear required, hiking poles recommended, some available to borrow. Event Details here.
(S) Chagrin River 2023 Speaker Series*
Wed Mar 22 @ various times online
Join Chagrin River Watershed Partners virtually for a variety of water related topics online. Register for the February 23rd Marblehead Lighthouse talk here. Sign up for the CRWP mailing list to get registration for upcoming talks. See recordings from the speaker series here.
(S) Chagrin River 2023 Speaker Series*
Tue Mar 21 @ various times online
Join Chagrin River Watershed Partners virtually for a variety of water related topics online. Register for the February 23rd Marblehead Lighthouse talk here. Sign up for the CRWP mailing list to get registration for upcoming talks. See recordings from the speaker series here.
(S) Wild & Scenic Film Festival*
Fri, Mar 10, 6:00 p.m. @ Cleveland Museum of Natural History
The museum's Murch Auditorium will show selections from the Wild & Scenic Film Festival lineup of 2022 and 2023 films. These films will inspire a love of nature while bringing unique perspectives to environmental advocacy, justice and activism. Event Details here.
(S) Chagrin River 2023 Speaker Series*
Thu Mar 9 @ various times online
Join Chagrin River Watershed Partners virtually for a variety of water related topics online. Register for the February 23rd Marblehead Lighthouse talk here. Sign up for the CRWP mailing list to get registration for upcoming talks. See recordings from the speaker series here.
(S) Northeast Ohio Master Rain Gardener Program*
Mar 1 - Apr 5, 10 am - 1 pm @ South Euclid Community Center
Mar 1 - Apr 5, 10 am - 1 pm @ South Euclid Community Center
Looking to take action in your own yard to address runoff? Take the Master Rain Gardener Course and learn all about how to locate, size, design, dig, and plant your very own rain garden.(Supplemental) Register with our partners here.
(S) Friends of Euclid Creek Annual Kick Off*
Tue, Feb 28, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. @ Muldoon's Saloon, Euclid
Join Friends of Euclid Creek as they kick off their 2023 schedule at this "Open House" style event to learn more about Friends of Euclid Creek and how you can help the environment. Register with our partners here
(S) Winter Waterfall Hike: Bedford Glens*
Sat, Feb 25, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. @ Bedford Reservation
Join Naturalist Jake Kudrna as we will plunge into the Bedford Glens along a lost section of trail that will take us under towering sandstone cliffs in search of one of the tallest waterfalls in the park. Sturdy footwear required, hiking poles encouraged, the trail may be icy. No registration required. Event Details here.
(S) Chagrin River 2023 Speaker Series*
Thu Feb 23 @ various times online
Join Chagrin River Watershed Partners virtually for a variety of water related topics online. Register for the February 23rd Marblehead Lighthouse talk here. Sign up for the CRWP mailing list to get registration for upcoming talks. See recordings from the speaker series here.
(S) Inviting Biodiversity into Our Gardens: Five-part Virtual Symposium*
Wed, Feb 15, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Online
Inviting Biodiversity into Our Gardens will inspire homeowners, horticulturists, botanists, naturalists, educators, conservationists, landscape designers, and others to learn more about the value of using native plants and trees to create and maintain healthy habitats. Join and explore the importance of restoring our increasingly fragmented and disappearing native habitats beginning in our own backyards—whether small or large. Register with our partners here.
(S) Celebrating 50 Years of the Clean Water Act*
Tue, Feb 14, 7 - 8 p.m. @ Online
Join Chagrin River Watershed Partners to learn about how the Clean Water Act has brought life back to our water. John Navarro from Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife will talk about the ways water regulations have brought our wildlife back into our lakes, rivers, and waterways. Register with our partners here.
(S) Regenerating Bioregions CoDesigning Our Future Together*
Thu, Feb 9, 3:30 PM @ Online and CWRU Tinkham Veale Ballroom
Thought leaders in environmental sustainability will guide guests through conversations on how we can steward our natural resources for generations to come. (Supplemental) Register with our partners here.
(S) Protect the Rocky River*
Sat, Feb 4, 11 a.m. @ Berea Branch Library
Experts of the Rocky River Watershed will describe a river protection plan in Berea. Join Michael Blair and Meg Hennessey from Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District and Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District as they talk about the Stormwater Management and Watershed Management Plans and opportunities for restoration and improving Rocky River water quality. (Supplemental)
(S) FrogWatch
Fri, Feb 3, 6 - 7:30 p.m. @ The Watershed Stewardship Center
FrogWatch is an important, nationwide monitoring program that tracks frog species diversity and population sizes. Your help is needed throughout Cleveland Metroparks. If you are able to discern frog calls and are willing to collect data on at least three nights from March to August, you can learn to be a FrogWatch monitor! (Supplemental) Register with our naturalist Mayim.
(S) Inviting Biodiversity into Our Gardens: Five-part Virtual Symposium*
Wed, Feb 1, Session 3, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Online
Inviting Biodiversity into Our Gardens will inspire homeowners, horticulturists, botanists, naturalists, educators, conservationists, landscape designers, and others to learn more about the value of using native plants and trees to create and maintain healthy habitats.
The free virtual series will feature five sessions intended to guide you from start to finish in creating gardens that benefit pollinators and other wildlife. Join and explore the importance of restoring our increasingly fragmented and disappearing native habitats beginning in our own backyards—whether small or large. (Supplemental) Register with our partners here.
(S) Cleveland Water Alliance Smart Lake and Smart Watershed Technology Roadshow*
Jan and Feb 2023 (Multiple Dates), 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. @ Location Varies
Unable to join us in the afternoon on January 19th? Join the Cleveland Water Alliance (CWA) at one of the upcoming Smart Lake & Smart Watershed Technology Roadshow events. The roadshow event series will feature new low cost tech for monitoring water and provide opportunities to network with others in your region. In the last year, CWA began a new initiative, the Smart Lake Erie Watershed Initiative, to deploy hundreds more sensors across the region and deploy a specialized telecommunications network dedicated to environmental sensing.
At the event, you’ll learn more about examples of current use cases of innovative tech and even learn about a sensor demo/lending program. Experts from event co-hosts, LimnoTech and Freeboard Technology will be on hand to give demos and provide a brief overview of all of this new technology. Though the focus is on low cost technology, you'll quickly learn there's an entire ecosystem of smart and connected devices that are available to use now within your organization to better monitor lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands, parks, coastal areas, harbors, stormwater systems, green infrastructure, restoration sites, and many more.
Please find the detailed dates and locations on the attached event flyer. Each event will take place from 10a to 2p, with lunch included. We encourage you to attend both the morning and afternoon sessions to both learn about new technology and learn how to borrow sensors to test! (Supplemental) Register with partners at this link.
(S) Northeast Ohio Master Rain Gardener Program*
Jan 30 - Mar 10 @ Online
Jan 30 - Mar 10 @ Online
Mar 1 - Apr 5, 10 am - 1 pm @ South Euclid Community Center
Looking to take action in your own yard to address runoff? Take the Master Rain Gardener Course and learn all about how to locate, size, design, dig, and plant your very own rain garden.(Supplemental) Register with our partners here.
(S) Assessing Contributions of Legacy Mercury to the Food Web within Coastal Regions of the Great Lakes*
Thu, Jan 26, 11 am - Noon @ Online
Join U.S Geological Survey research chemist Sarah Janssen as she shares information about applications to track mercury sources within contaminated sites of the Great Lakes. Register with our partners here.
(S) Rocky River Watershed Council Annual Meeting*
Jan 25, 6 - 8 p.m. @ Online via Zoom due to weather
Rocky River Watershed Council (RRWC) seeks new volunteer board members. RRWC is dedicated to protecting the Rocky River and its tributaries. Board members help plan events such as tree plantings, stream clean-ups, rain barrel workshops, and outreach with their local communities. All levels of experience welcome – they seek to represent a wide range of stakeholder backgrounds. Learn more at www.myrockyriver.org and attend their annual meeting. (Supplemental)
(S) Inviting Biodiversity into Our Gardens: Five-part Virtual Symposium*
Thu Jan 25, Session 2, 1 - 3 p.m. @ Online
Inviting Biodiversity into Our Gardens will inspire homeowners, horticulturists, botanists, naturalists, educators, conservationists, landscape designers, and others to learn more about the value of using native plants and trees to create and maintain healthy habitats.
The free virtual series will feature five sessions intended to guide you from start to finish in creating gardens that benefit pollinators and other wildlife. Join and explore the importance of restoring our increasingly fragmented and disappearing native habitats beginning in our own backyards—whether small or large. (Supplemental) Register with our partners here.
(S) Inviting Biodiversity into Our Gardens: Five-part Virtual Symposium*
Thu Jan 11, Session 1 @ Online
Inviting Biodiversity into Our Gardens will inspire homeowners, horticulturists, botanists, naturalists, educators, conservationists, landscape designers, and others to learn more about the value of using native plants and trees to create and maintain healthy habitats.