Friends of Hudson Parks

Summer Mindful Hike
2025-07-13 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
THIS EVENT is scheduled for July 13, RAIN OR SHINE – come prepared for rainy weather!

The FRIENDS OF HUDSON PARKS partners with Shannon Speaks, LISW-S of Nourish Whole-Person Coaching for the latest in our series of season of Mindful Hikes.

Experience and learn the benefits of a mindful hike in nature!

Cascade Park 130 Lynn Drive – End of Lynn Drive at intersection of East and West Case – meet at the Holden Pavilion

Download a Mindfulness Hike flyer HERE!

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Kayak Class
2025-07-12 09:00 - 12:00
Hudson Springs Park, 7095 Stow Road, Hudson

Kayak and Stand-Up Paddleboard Class Registration is Now Open!

Entry level paddleboard and kayak classes will be offered on three Saturdays in June & July, 2025, from 9 a.m. until 12 noon at Hudson Springs Park. Experienced boarders and kayakers will also benefit. Safety training, instruction and equipment will be provided by Kent State University RecWell Adventure Center. Three separate classes and times are:

Sat., 6/7: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Kayaking lesson

Sat., 7/12: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Kayaking lesson

Sat., 7/19: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Stand Up paddleboarding lesson

Participants must be age 8 or older.

Cost is $40 / person / class (plus taxes and fees).

Friends of Hudson Parks (FOHP) members receive a 25% discount.

For Individual members, discount applies just to the member.

For Family or Benefactor level members, the 25% discount applies to members and their immediate family (age 8 and older).

You will need to set up a KSU RecWell Adventure Center account and sign a waiver to register for a class.

To register for a class and set up an account, click HERE.

Please note: June 7th & July 12th are KAYAKING only; July 19th is STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING only!

If you are a 2025 Friends of Hudson Parks member, be sure to enter the promo code that was sent to you by email. The FOHP 25% discount of $10 per person will be removed from your subtotal.

Hope to see you on the water this summer!

If you are a member but did not receive the promo code, please contact Becky Mooney at beckymooney@friendsofhudsonparks.org. If you are not a current member but are interested

Wild Hudson: Trees at Cascade Park
2025-07-09 10:00 - 11:30
FRIENDS OF HUDSON PARKS – 2025 SUMMER OUTDOOR EDUCATION SERIES

Wild Hudson: Summer Explorations in Nature

Wild Hudson is a hands-on, science-focused program designed to get kids outside, exploring, & connecting with the natural world right in their own backyard. There are five classes in this summer series. See flyer with all classes HERE.

Target Age Range: Ages 4 – 10 years, An adult must accompany their child participants.

Led by Jonathan Shaw, McDowell Elementary Teacher, Dr. Anne Farley Schoeffler, Seton School and local educators

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED – CLASS IS FULL !

Program Information

🌳 Session #2 Overview – Trees at Cascade Park

Date: July 9, 2025Location: Cascade Park, Holden PavilionTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AMTheme: The Secret Life of Trees – Clues, Creatures & Canopies

This experience is all about getting to know the giants of the forest—trees! We’ll explore how trees grow, what they need to survive, and how to recognize different types by looking closely at their leaves, bark, and seeds. Along the way, we’ll meet some of the animals that call trees home and even create some tree-inspired art.

Special thanks to the sponsor of this event and our “FOHP 2025 Best Friend”

Wild Hudson: Salamanders at Bicentennial Woods
2025-06-25 10:00 - 11:30
Part of a NEW FRIENDS OF HUDSON PARKS – 2025 SUMMER OUTDOOR EDUCATION SERIES called Wild Hudson: Summer Explorations in Nature

REGISTRATION CLOSED – ALL CLASSES ARE FULL as of 6/19/2025 – if there are any cancellations, we will reopen registration 48 hours before the start of a class – please check back

Wild Hudson: Summer Explorations in Nature

Wild Hudson is a hands-on, science-focused program designed to get kids outside, exploring, & connecting with the natural world right in their own backyard. There are five classes in this summer series. See flyer with all classes HERE.

Target Age Range: Ages 4 – 10 years, An adult must accompany their child participants.

Led by Jonathan Shaw, McDowell Elementary Teacher, Dr. Anne Farley Schoeffler, Seton School and local educators

🌿 Session #1: Salamanders – June 25 – REGISTRATION CLOSED – CLASS IS FULL

Date: June 25, 2025Location: Bicentennial Woods (Outdoor Classroom)Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMTheme: Secret Forest Dwellers – Salamanders of Ohio

Meet in the Hudson Springs Park parking lot at 9:45 a.m. in front of the restrooms. The group will walk together over to the Bicentennial Woods outdoor classroom.

🌳 Session #2 – Trees – Wed., July 9 – REGISTRATION CLOSED – CLASS IS FULL

Date: July 9, 2025Location: Cascade Park, Holden PavilionTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AMTheme: The Secret Life of Trees – Clues, Creatures & Canopies

This experience is all about getting to know the giants of the forest—trees!

Session #3 – Ohio Animals – Wed, July 23 – REGISTRATION CLOSED – CLASS IS FULL

Date: July 23, 2025Location: Hudson Springs Park, May PavilionTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AMTheme: Woods, Water, and Wild Neighbors – Who Lives Here in Ohio?

🦋 Session #4 – Monarchs – Wed., Aug. 6 – REGISTRATION CLOSED – CLASS IS FULL

Date: August 6, 2025Location: Hudson Springs Park, May PavilionTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AMTheme: Marvelous Monarchs – From Milkweed to Mexico

🦉 Session #5 – Owls – Wed Aug., 25 – REGISTRATION CLOSED – CLASS IS FULL

Date: August 23, 2025 Location: Hudson Springs Park, Galloway PavilionTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AMTheme: Owls: Silent Hunters of the Night

Special thanks to the sponsor of this event and our “FOHP 2025 Best Friend”

Creature Features Series for Kids: Under the Water
2025-06-19 10:00 - 11:30
May Pavilion, Hudson Springs Park, 7095 Stow Road, Hudson, OH

Come explore the creatures that live in lakes and streams!

Children will use nets and scoops to take samples from the nearby water and look for bugs, snails and other creatures and learn what makes these animals special.

Dress for a mess as this is a hands-on program. Waterproof boots would be helpful!

Geared towards children ages 4-10, but families of all ages are welcome. An adult must accompany all child participants. Print out a flyer HERE.

This class is full – LIMITED TO 25 CHILDREN – REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

Program Information

Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025

Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Location: May Pavilion, Hudson Springs Park

Cost: FREE, but registration is required. CLASS IS FULL.

Presented in partnership with Summit Metro Parks

Kayak Class
2025-06-07 09:00 - 12:00
Hudson Springs Park, 7095 Stow Road, Hudson

Kayak and Stand-Up Paddleboard Class Registration is Now Open!

Entry level paddleboard and kayak classes will be offered on four Saturdays in June & July, 2025, from 9 a.m. until 12 noon at Hudson Springs Park. Experienced boarders and kayakers will also benefit. Safety training, instruction and equipment will be provided by Kent State University RecWell Adventure Center. Four separate classes and times are:

Sat., 6/7: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Kayaking lesson

Sat., 7/12: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Kayaking lesson

Sat., 7/19: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Stand Up paddleboarding lesson

Participants must be age 8 or older.

Cost is $40 / person (plus taxes and fees).

Friends of Hudson Parks (FOHP) members receive a 25% discount.

For Individual members, discount applies just to the member.

For Family or Benefactor level members, the 25% discount applies to members and their immediate family (age 8 and older).

You will need to set up a KSU RecWell Adventure Center account and sign a waiver to register for a class.

To register for a class and set up an account, click HERE.

Please note: June 7th & July 12th are KAYAKING only; July 19th is STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING only!

If you are a 2025 Friends of Hudson Parks member, be sure to enter the promo code that was sent to you by email. The FOHP 25% discount of $10 per person will be removed from your subtotal.

Hope to see you on the water this summer!

If you are a member but did not receive the promo code, please contact Becky Mooney at beckymooney@friendsofhudsonparks.org. If you are not a current member but are interested
