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RSS Lake Metroparks Celebrates 50 Years! Join us throughout this milestone anniversary year to celebrate the joys of today, the memories of yesterday, and the hopes of tomorrow! Half a century ago, visionary citizens of Ohio's smallest county began campaigning to set aside land for future parks. To conserve and preserve the natural resources of Lake County, Lake Metroparks was formed in 1958 under the authority of Chapter 1545 of the Ohio Revised Code and is a separate political subdivision of the state of Ohio. The park district currently consists of 40 parks, facilities, and properties, encompassing a total of 7,625 acres. Its boundaries are coterminous with the boundaries of Lake County, Ohio, located immediately east of Cuyahoga County. The southern shoreline of Lake Erie forms the northern boundary of the park district. We invite you to explore and experience seasonal changes; breathe in the fresh air, reconnect with nature and discover new wonders in the 50-years-young Lake Metroparks.

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Lake Metroparks presents the Grand River Canoe & Kayak Race

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Lake Metroparks presents an annual spring maritime tradition: the Grand River Canoe & Kayak Race. On Saturday, April 26, join over 200 boaters to experience an 8 1/2-mile canoe and kayak race from the Harpersfield Covered Bridge Metropark (Ashtabula County) to Hidden Valley Park (Madison) on the wild and scenic Grand River. Annual tradition also features the "maddest hat" contest.

Additional information including hours, rules, classes, registration, "maddest hat" contest, and directions to the start and finish lines is included in the blog.

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Posted 14/04/2008 3:41:36 PM
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Lake Metroparks celebrates Earth Day

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Lake Metroparks celebrates Earth Day 2008 with activities at both Lake Metroparks Farmpark and Penitentiary Glen Reservation on Sunday, April 20. Each park features different celebrations and displays focusing on conservation efforts to help protect the Earth.

At Farmpark

  • Discover ways to reduce your carbon footprint and save money at the eco-fair.
  • Tap into tomorrow's energy today at the renewable energy
  • '216' Bike Trial Demonstration Team - Corn hole games - More

Learn about the benefits of energy conservation and alternative-fueled vehicles, as Laketran will have a CNG clean-air bus traveling between both parks various times throughout the day.

At Penitentiary Glen Reservation

  • "Small changes can make a BIG difference"
  • Recycle and reduce use of plastic
    - Bring in at least 25 plastic bottles and/or bags for a reusable free gift
  • Free native tree sapling - More

Additional information about the activities, plastic recycling gift, hours, admission, and directions to the parks is included in the blog.

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Posted 14/04/2008 3:31:19 PM
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Lake Metroparks launches 50th anniversary website

Lake Metroparks has launched a 50th anniversary website to celebrate this historic anniversary of the park system. The 50th anniversary website is both informative and entertaining as it looks back over the history of the park district from its inception in 1958 through the celebration of the 50th anniversary in 2008. Join the parks throughout this milestone anniversary year to celebrate the joys of today, the memories of yesterday, and the hopes of tomorrow!

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Posted 11/02/2008 10:26:34 PM
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Lake Metroparks selected to receive 2008 Special Award of Distinction

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Lake Metroparks received the 2008 Special Award of Distinction by the Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Posted 04/02/2008 3:10:44 PM
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In Celebration - Lake Metroparks 50th Anniversary Exhibit

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Lake Metroparks presents "In Celebration" as it commemorates its 50th anniversary this year! Come join the fun and discover the history of our park system from its organization in 1958 to the present day in this timeline presentation featuring photographs, artifacts, and memorabilia. The 27 unique parks that make up Lake Metroparks are just the beginning of your recreational and educational adventures . . .

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Posted 04/02/2008 1:16:45 PM
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