7th Annual Summer Excursions
Shaker Heights Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints,
Neighbors and Friends
WHERE: Sulfur Springs - South Chagrin Metropark
WHEN: Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, 11:00- ?? (after the Parade)
COST: Free
*Family BBQ – bring meat for your family and a side dish to share! We will bring charcoal.
**Wear shoes and clothes (swim suits) that can get wet (and possibly dirty). Other suggestions: Frisbees, water toys, hiking pack (for littles), sunscreen, etc.
Excursion #2:WHAT: Swimming, Beach Play, Stand up Paddle boards Class (Captain Kids Marine Academy)
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Friday, June 10 10:00 or 11:30
WHO: ages 4-7 @10am, ages 8-11 @ 11:30am
COST: $5 per child; $5 parking; $ for snack stand
(if you are attending the class, you should get parking for free)
*Many choose to not do the class and come for just beach play.
*See below for class registration (if doing the class).
Excursion #6:WHAT: BBQ, kickball game, frisbee's, fireworks
WHERE: Horseshoe Park
WHEN: Monday July 4, 4:00-7:00
COST: Free
Family BBQ – bring meat for your family and a side dish to share!
*** I'm not sure if we will be here, so.... This Excursion is PENDING a volunteer to go sit at the pavilion and hold it for our group since it is on a first come first basis on holidays. Kolby and a friend usually go around noon-1:00pm and set out blankets and table clothes and try their best to hold a large enough spot (and the grills). It is also PENDING a family willing to bring enough charcoal and chimney's to get the grills fired up. ANY VOLUNTEERS?
2. North Chagrin Reservation
3. Penitentiary Glen
4. Rocky River Nature Center
5. Hinckley Lake
6. More! There are so many more. These are just a few of our most frequented.
*Many choose to not do the class and come for just beach play.
*See below for class registration (if doing the class).
*To Register for boating classes, go online to the Lake Metropark website (http://www.lakemetroparks.
*Registration for out-of-county residents opens on May 9th
**Lake Farmpark's WORKING DOG WEEKEND IS Saturday JUNE 11-12. This is not an official excursion, but one my family is going to and one I would highly recommend (especially if you have dog lovers in your home!) LINK HERE for more info.
Excursion #3:
WHAT: Swimming, Beach Play,
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Friday, June 24 noon - ??
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Friday, June 24 noon - ??
COST: $5 parking; $$ for snack stand.
Excursion #4:
WHAT: Swimming, Picnic, Beach Play, Canoeing, Kayaking, Bike Riding
WHERE: Hinckley Lake
Canoes - $13 for first hour
Paddle Boats - $17 for first hour
WHERE: Hinckley Lake
Canoes - $13 for first hour
Paddle Boats - $17 for first hour
Swimming – FREE
There is a trail around the lake if you want to bring a bike
Excursion #5:
WHAT: Old Fashion Ice Cream Shop, Waterfalls, Playground, Feed the ducks
WHERE: Chagrin Falls
WHEN: Friday, July 1, 2:00pmCOST: $ for ice cream
WHEN: Friday, July 1, 2:00pmCOST: $ for ice cream
*Bring some bread to feed the ducks and some good shoes if you want to hike down to the falls.
WHERE: Horseshoe Park
WHEN: Monday July 4, 4:00-7:00
COST: Free
Family BBQ – bring meat for your family and a side dish to share!
*** I'm not sure if we will be here, so.... This Excursion is PENDING a volunteer to go sit at the pavilion and hold it for our group since it is on a first come first basis on holidays. Kolby and a friend usually go around noon-1:00pm and set out blankets and table clothes and try their best to hold a large enough spot (and the grills). It is also PENDING a family willing to bring enough charcoal and chimney's to get the grills fired up. ANY VOLUNTEERS?
Excursion #7:
WHAT: Visit the Farm - Learn Ohio History!
WHERE: Historic Hale Farm and Village
WHEN: Monday, July 11th
WHEN: Monday, July 11th
COST: $10/adults, $5/kids
Excursion #8:
WHAT: Swimming, Beach Play, Jet Ski Rescue Class (Captain Kids Marine Academy)
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Thursday, July 14th
WHEN: Thursday, July 14th
WHO: ages 4-7 @10am, ages 8-11 @ 11:30am
COST: $5 per child; $5 parking; $$ for snack stand.
COST: $5 per child; $5 parking; $$ for snack stand.
(if you are attending the class, you should get parking for free)
*Many choose to not do the class and come for just beach play.
*See below for class registration (if doing the class).
*To Register for boating classes, go online to the Lake Metropark website (http://www.lakemetroparks.
*Registration for out-of-county residents opens on May 9th
Excursion #9:WHAT: Hiking and Nature Center
WHERE: Rocky River Metropark and Malley's Ice Cream!
WHEN: Tuesday, July 19, 11:30 (meet there)
COST: $$ for ice cream afterward if you want to (optional)
REGISTRATION..? Nope, just come
WHERE: Rocky River Metropark and Malley's Ice Cream!
WHEN: Tuesday, July 19, 11:30 (meet there)
COST: $$ for ice cream afterward if you want to (optional)
REGISTRATION..? Nope, just come
Excursion #10:
WHAT: Kidde rides / miniature golf
WHERE: Memphis Kiddie Park
WHEN: Friday, July 22nd 1:00-3:00 AGE: Everyone! (rides are best for younger kids; older kids can play outdoor mini golf)
COST: $14.00 per child (under 48 inches..?) for unlimited rides, box of popcorn, drink and balloon. Mini golf is $4 for 18 rounds (buy popcorn and drink separate).
REGISTRATION REQUIRED? Yes! I need a head count since the discount only applies to “party” groups and we need to reserve our “party” time. It is also best that I collect the money beforehand, cash only please.
WHEN: Friday, July 22nd 1:00-3:00 AGE: Everyone! (rides are best for younger kids; older kids can play outdoor mini golf)
COST: $14.00 per child (under 48 inches..?) for unlimited rides, box of popcorn, drink and balloon. Mini golf is $4 for 18 rounds (buy popcorn and drink separate).
REGISTRATION REQUIRED? Yes! I need a head count since the discount only applies to “party” groups and we need to reserve our “party” time. It is also best that I collect the money beforehand, cash only please.
Excursion #11:
WHAT: Swimming, Beach Play, Super Sailing Class (Captain Kids Marine Academy)
WHERE: Fairport Harbor
WHEN: Friday, July 29th
WHO: ages 4-7 @10am, ages 8-11 @ 11:30am
COST: $5 per child; $5 parking; $$ for snack stand.
(if you are attending the class, you should get parking for free)
*Many choose to not do the class and come for just beach play.
*See below for class registration (if doing the class).
*To Register for boating classes, go online to the Lake Metropark website (http://www.lakemetroparks.
*Registration for out-of-county residents opens on May 9th
Excursion #12:
WHAT: Camping! - Sponsored Church Campout - Shaker Heights Ward
WHERE: John Johnson Farm
WHEN: TBA (possibly Aug. 12-13) COST: free
WHEN: TBA (possibly Aug. 12-13) COST: free
FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF CAPTAIN KIDS MARINE ACADEMY CLASSES, SEE ATTACHED PDF....
Other Excursion Ideas for You and Your Family:
* We've done these in prior years and all are great options! Please contact me if you need more information than what is provided here on any of these.
"WOW!" WADE OVAL WEDNESDAYS
Enjoy a FREE concert each Wednesday night in Wade Oval from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in the heart of University Circle. Movies start at 9:00 p.m. on select nights.
STRAWBERRY PICKING
WHERE: Patterson's Fruit Farm
WHERE: Patterson's Fruit Farm
WHEN: (depends on how the season goes, usually starts mid-June)
COST: $$ per bushel
http://www.pattersonfarm.com/
COST: $$ per bushel
http://www.pattersonfarm.com/
BLUEBERRY PICKING
WHERE: Voytko Farms
WHEN: (depends on how the season goes)
COST: $$ per bushel
http://voytkofarms.com
WHERE: Voytko Farms
WHEN: (depends on how the season goes)
COST: $$ per bushel
http://voytkofarms.com
VISIT THE FARM – LEARN OHIO HISTORY WHERE: Historic Hale Farm
COST: $10/adults, $5/kids
EDUCATIONAL FARM
WHERE: Lake Metroparks Farmpark
COST: $6/adults, $4, ages 2-11
NATURE HIKE / PROGRAMS
WHERE: Shaker Lakes Nature Center
*This is fun to do as a planned hike with the naturalist and needs to be scheduled in advance for groups. $3.50 per child.
*This is fun to do as a planned hike with the naturalist and needs to be scheduled in advance for groups. $3.50 per child.
BIKE RIDE THE TOW PATHS AND TAKE THE TRAIN RIDE BACK
WHERE: Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor / Cuyahoga Valley National Park
AGE: Anyone who can ride! 25+ miles of trail.
AGE: Anyone who can ride! 25+ miles of trail.
*If you don’t have a bike, you can rent one! You can also rent bike trailers or “trail-a-bikes” for young ones. Contact “Century Cycle” for rental information
COST: $3 per bike for train fare back
COST: $3 per bike for train fare back
NATURE PROGRAMS / HIKING / ANIMAL REHABILITATION CENTER
WHERE: Penitentiary Glen
ZOO!
WHERE: Cleveland Metropark Zoo
COST: $12.25/adult, $8.25/child, or go on Monday and have it be FREE!
Pack a lunch
FAVORITE METROPARK SITES TO VISIT
1. South Chagrin Reservation – Sulfur Springs2. North Chagrin Reservation
3. Penitentiary Glen
4. Rocky River Nature Center
5. Hinckley Lake
6. More! There are so many more. These are just a few of our most frequented.
