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OUTDOOR ADVENTURE!

The Outdoor Adventure department offers programs to explore the outdoors on various adventure activities such as kayaking, backpacking, fly fishing and cycling. Opportunities are available to improve your skill level as well as introduce you to new activities. These programs include classes, trips, competitions and more. You can also join various adventure related clubs that host gatherings, trips, seminars, and other activities. Club participants help to plan and facilitate many of the activities that will take place through the clubs.


UPCOMING OUTDOOR PROGRAMS & EVENTS

STEELHEAD FISHING PRESENTATION
09/09, 6:30-8:30 pm
Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation - Amherst Beaver Creek Visitor Center
Learn steelhead fishing tips and tricks from expert fisherman Phil Hillman - Division 3 Supervisor for the ODNR Division of Wildlife.
Pre-Register by 00/00

PADDLING SPORTS CLUB: BRING YOUR OWN KAYAK
09/14, 5:30-7 pm
Lakeview Park -
Meet at Lakeview Park to paddle the shoreline east of the park. Participants are required to take Splash Zone kayaking class prior to the program. Bring your own kayak or register to use one of ours. 18 years and up only. All must pre register. Call Carlisle Visitor Center (440)458-5121 to sign up by 9/7.
Pre-Register by 09/07

BACKPACKING CLUB: CARLISLE TRIP
09/18, 11 am-Noon
Carlisle Reservation - Duck Pond
Join the Backpacking Club for an overnight trip at the Carlisle Reservation. Participants must provide own backpacking gear and follow club guidelines. Pre-register by 9/11 by calling Jannah at (440) 949-5200. Strenuous hike.
Pre-Register by 09/11

BIKE FOR YOUR HEALTH
09/21, 6p
Splash Zone -
Join Lorain County Metro Parks Ranger’s Bike Patrol Unit for a scenic ride through Lorain County Metro Parks where we will combine exercise with learning helpful tips on biking. Meet at Splash Zone parking lot.
Pre-Register by 00/00

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ADVENTURE CLUBS

Lorain County Metro Parks has started various adventure related clubs.  These clubs will work to inspire participation in adventure recreation through gatherings, trips, seminars, and other activities.  Club participants will also help to plan and facilitate many of the activities that will take place through the clubs.

Paddling Club
This club will host several paddling opportunities throughout the year. Some boats will be provided for those just wanting to try the sport. You can also meet others interested in exploring the waterways. Click here for the schedule.

Backpacking Club
Please feel free to join us even if you have limited backpacking experience, or would just like to gain more information about this opportunity. Click here for the schedule.

Women’s Sport Fishing Club
Learn new fishing techniques, plan trips and gatherings, and enjoy the sport of fishing with other women in the area. Click here for the schedule.

Call Jannah at the French Creek Nature Center (440) 949-5200 with any questions and for upcoming meeting dates for these LCMP Adventure Clubs.

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