April Events at Erie MetroParks -

Happy #WildlifeWednesday! Today we want to highlight the cutest of the three tree squirrels here in Ohio. #behere #eriemetroparks #wildohio #ohiowildlife #squirrels #redsquirrels #squirrel #redsquirrel #squirrelsofohio #mammalsofohio #mammals #wildlife #ErieCounty

Happy #WildlifeWednesday! Two days late for #ValentinesDay, but learn about an animal that literally wears a heart on their back! #behere #eriemetroparks #wildohio #ohiowildlife #smallmilkweedbug #bugs #lovebug #bugsofohio #wildlife #ErieCounty #insects #insectsofohio

Special guest on a podcast? ✅ Checked that off my millennial bucket list!! It was a great outreach opportunity and chance to be involved with the local community (and beyond)! @travis_devault @EstebanFerJur @sdataanalytics @JC_Maroon @Elmore_Ecology @RB_Iglay

Right on target! 🏹 An Erie MetroParks program aimed at teaching people a new skill. Read more: https://t.co/FtWDXUCb8w @eriemetroparks

Link to Dr. Drabik-Hamshare's research paper can be found below: Responses of turkey vultures to unmanned aircraft systems vary by platform | Scientific Reports ( https://t.co/dlQPrYnZT5) https://t.co/WM2DrpMoAV

This week on Off Trail, we chat with Dr. Morgan Drabik-Hamshare (@VultureVagabond) about her recently published research on turkey vultures conducted right here in Erie County. https://t.co/s2d8j9bsGy

Springtime at Erie MetroParks -

Subscribe to Erie MetroParks on YouTube! We're hard at work creating engaging content that gives you a behind the scenes look at what goes into conserving over 3,000 acres of natural habitats all across Erie County. #behere https://t.co/2hg5ZceUFR

⚠️ATTENTION CAMPERS⚠️ Registration for Nature Camps has been pushed back to MAY 1st at 9AM. Visit https://t.co/EVGfbyttqi for full details! #behere

For specific inquiries, please see the contact information below. Facilities & Reservations: (419) 625-7783 x221 Programs: (419) 625-7783 x223 For the most current status of Erie MetroParks program cancellations and park closures, please visit:

The park district includes over 3,000 acres and more than 30 miles of trails in every corner of Erie County. Erie MetroParks encourages individuals to explore the parks, get some fresh air, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the natural world.

Erie MetroParks staff will continue its work of conserving natural resources while connecting the community with nature through education and exploration. During this period of precautionary social distancing, The Great Outdoors remains open.

The situation will continue to be monitored and reevaluated as new information becomes available from state and local officials.

Erie MetroParks will be cancelling all programs through the month of April 2020. Facility reservation will also be suspended, and indoor facilities will remain closed to walk-in traffic during the month of April. Erie MetroParks will refund any existing reservations.

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The park district includes over 3,000 acres and more than 30 miles of trails in every corner of Erie County. Erie MetroParks encourages individuals to explore the parks, get some fresh air, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the natural world.

Erie MetroParks staff will continue its work of conserving natural resources while connecting the community with nature through education and exploration. During this period of precautionary social distancing, The Great Outdoors remains open.

The Frost Center at Osborn MetroPark will also be closed to all walk-in traffic. All cancelled facility reservation fees will be refunded in full.

In abundant caution, due to the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19, Erie MetroParks will be cancelling all public programs and facility reservations from March 16th through March 31st, after which the situation will be reassessed.