Ashtabula County Metroparks

10/16/2026

Enjoy a relaxing Bird Walk with Naturalist Breanna in partnership with The Nature Center, 3986 Callendar Rd., Rock Creek at their Morgan Swamp campus on Sat., Oct. 17th, 9:30 - 11:00 AM.
As the seasons shift, so do the migratory birds. October is a time to look for birds who departed Canada and are passing through Ohio. We will keep our eyes to the sky for migrating hawks and eagles like the young Bald Eagle seen in the photo below. Songbirds such as kinglets, various types of sparrows, and warblers like this Yellow-rumped Warbler are likely to be seen as well. October is a perfect time to look for owls such as this Great Horned Owl.
Photo credit: Kari Warner
Any experience level is welcomed, bring your own binoculars. Time allowing is the opportunity to enter the Bissell Nature Center.

10/15/2026

Sit back and enjoy a relaxing Fall Wagon Ride, taking in the beauty of the changing season at Upper Grand River Metropark, 3199 Cork Cold Springs Rd., Austinburg, on Saturday, October 17th, from 4:00 to 8:30 PM. The last ride will be after dark, with a campfire and s'mores.

10/13/2026

10/08/2026

While enjoying your visit to the Covered Bridge Festival this weekend, we invite you to stop by our table located on the south side of Harpersfield Covered Bridge Metropark. Please take a moment to scan our QR code and participate in our Master Plan survey. While visiting us, grab a Metroparks water bottle (while supplies last) that will be useful while running, walking, hiking, biking, and recreating throughout our county-wide Metroparks.
For Fun! For Health! For Life!

10/07/2026

On Friday, October 9th from 1-2pm, Naturalist Breanna will be showcasing 3-4 species of Ashtabula County wildlife that you might see in your backyard at Henderson-Memorial Library in Jefferson. We'll learn about the animal, their place in the local ecosystem, discuss what to do if you encounter wildlife.
Please go https://henderson-lib.libcal.com/event/17206694 to register.

10/05/2026

Join Naturalist Breanna on Tuesday, October 6th, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Malek Metropark, 65 Parrish Rd., Conneaut for a slow-paced lap or two around the paved trail, roughly 1-mile. All ages are welcome.

10/02/2026

Our first wagon rides is tomorrow along the Pymatuning Valley Greenway Trail starting at 10:30. We will be set up at Andover fall festival in the square.

10/01/2026

October is here; the leaves are changing! Join us Saturday, October 3rd starting at 10:30 for a Fall Wagon Ride in Andover. Rides will start in the center of town at the Andover Fall Festival along our beautiful Pymatuning Valley Greenway Trail to the Heron Rookery pond. The rides will loop every 45 minutes to 1 hour. See you on the trail🍂

09/29/2026

🍂Our Fall Program Schedule is here! 🍂
Fall is such a beautiful time to get outside and explore the Ashtabula County Metroparks! From wagon rides and hikes to wildlife and educational programs, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Take a look at what's coming up and join us this fall!🌳🍁