06/01/2026
Medina County Park District
From guided bike rides and vigorous hikes to stargazing, live music, hands-on discovery activities, and a beautiful photography exhibit, there’s something for every nature lover to enjoy in Medina County parks this week.
Thursday, June 4
Slo Roll: Champion Creek to Lake Medina
Spoke’s Café (406 S. Broadway St., Medina, OH 44256)
6 p.m.
Join other bike enthusiasts for guided 8 to 10 mile rides through parts of Medina County Parks and adjacent areas, co sponsored by Bike Medina County and Medina County Park District. Bike Medina County is a 501c3 nonprofit advocating cycling safety, education and infrastructure in Medina County. Children must be accompanied by a parent. All riders must wear helmets and bright clothes. Front and rear blinking lights highly recommended. Waivers will be provided and must be signed before the start of the ride. Meet at 6 p.m., rides begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Ages 12 to adult. No registration is required. Free.
Saturday, June 6 through Saturday, June 27
Photographers of the Parks
Photo Exhibit & Contest
Oenslager Nature Center
Nature Center hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 12 to 5 p.m. The talented members of the Photographers of the Parks invite you to visit the nature center to see their photography exhibit and help vote for the grand prize winners. With dozens of beautiful photos to choose from, your job won’t be easy! All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
Saturday, June 6
A Healthy Dose of Nature:
Hiking Series
River Styx Park
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Hiking outdoors has plenty of perks, AND its good for you mentally and physically, too! Join a naturalist and volunteers for a three to five mile vigorous hike along a different trail each month. This is a continuous hike. Please dress for the weather, wear appropriate footwear, and bring along a bottle of water. Ages ten to adult. No registration is required. Free.
Saturday, June 6
Starry, Starry Nights at Letha House
Letha House Lodge (West)
9 to 11 p.m.
Come see deep sky objects, planets, and the moon up close using the Cuyahoga Astronomical Association’s telescopes. The observatory will be open for public viewing, and members will be available to answer your questions. Have a telescope but not sure how to use it effectively? Members will also be on hand one hour before the program begins to show you how to use your own telescope for viewing the night sky. Cancellations will only be made in the event of severe thunderstorms. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
Sunday, June 7
Discovery Drop In: Tracking Trek
Oenslager Nature Center
1 to 4 p.m.
Discoveries don’t happen on a set schedule, so drop by anytime between 1 and 4 p.m. This series promotes unstructured exploratory activities, which are perfect for any age to stay for as short or as long as their interest holds. This month you will follow the traces of a mystery animal species. At each stop, you will investigate a piece of evidence, gathering clues to what animal you are trailing. At the end, will be the reveal of the animal and additional interesting fact. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
Sunday, June 7
Invasive Species Management at Home
Oenslager Nature Center
2 to 4 p.m.
Learn different techniques on how to properly remove invasive species from your property, what to expect when removing them, and suggestions for native trees and shrubs to replace them with. This program is for those interested in participating in the Medina County Invasive Species Buy back Program, but all are welcome. Registration is requested but walk ins are welcome. Ages 18 to adult. Register by June 5. Free.
Sunday, June 7
Wadsworth Community Band Concert
Buffalo Creek Retreat
7 to 8:30 p.m.
The Wadsworth Community Band, under the direction of Pat Santelli, will present this free, old fashioned band concert with lively tunes for all to enjoy! The concert will be held outside at Buffalo Creek Retreat or be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather. Bring a lawn chair, your family and friends, and join us for a wonderful evening of music and community fellowship. To learn more about the Wadsworth Community Band, follow on Facebook . This program has been generously sponsored by Friends of Medina County Parks. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
