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    Cuyahoga Valley

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  • Canal Visitor Center Closure

    Canal Visitor Center will be closed for construction, starting Monday, May 6, 2013. It will reopen with new exhibits in early 2014.

  • Riverview Road Closure

    Riverview Rd from the Cuyahoga Falls line north to the Peninsula line will be re-paved, beginning the week of April 22. Expect delays. Flaggers will direct traffic. Work is expected to be completed by Memorial Day weekend.

  • Towpath Trail Closure

    NPS has closed the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail from Hillside Road to Stone Road in Valley View. A section of the trail is not passable due to hazardous conditions caused by erosion. Towpath is expected to be open by Memorial Day, May 27.

  • Bald Eagle Closure in Effect

    RR tracks, and 30 foot right of way on either side, are closed to all foot traffic from the Rt. 82 Bridge at Station Rd, north to the RR tracks at. The Cuyahoga R. downstream of the Brecksville Dam to the Fitzwater Rd Bridge is closed to water activities.

Event Details

  • Multiple Days: 03/23/2013, 04/20/2013, 05/11/2013

    Location: Provided Upon Registration | Map Time: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Fee Information: Free Contact Name: Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center Contact Phone Number: 800-642-3297 ext. 100

Young children can discover and enjoy the natural world. Kids ages 4 - 6 attending any three programs this year earn a 2013 CVNP Junior Ranger badge-five programs earn a patch. See the Junior Ranger listing for registration information. All spring programs are from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. and free. To register call 800-642-3297 ext. 100.


Saturday, March 23
Water WOW!
Come discover the magical wonders of water. We'll explore why water is not only fun, but important and powerful. Be prepared for a hike to visit a stream up close. Boots are recommended.

Saturday, April 20
Amazing Air
What is all around us, but something we can't see? We'll investigate things that fly and the amazing properties of air through hands-on exploration, play, and art.

Saturday, May 11
Dirt Rocks
What's all the fuss about dirt? Come make mud pies and search for the creatures that call the forest floor home. Get your hands dirty as we uncover the truth about soil.