ShakerLakes

Make the most of the season with our upcoming program picks! Explore the fascinating history of Ohio’s Great Black Swamp, hike beneath the Super Moon and cozy up for an evening of ecological documentaries. shakerlakes.org/calendar/

Peak foliage has arrived in our area.🍂 Don't miss this special time with vibrant colors, crunchy leaves, and cooler temps to enjoy our trails.

Help support the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes and your backyard birds. We only have one more week left in our Birdseed Sale Fundraiser! SHOP NOW givebutter.com/2026-fall-bir…

The Nature Center is dedicated to serving high-quality nature-based science education programs to thousands of students each year. Help us continue to empower future environmental stewards with a gift to the Nature Center today! Visit shakerlakes.org/mafdrive to learn more.

Member Appreciation Week ends this Sunday! Check out special perks happening this week at shakerlakes.org/membersweek, including free raffles and 25% off at the Duck Pond Gift Shop (excluding food and consignment).

FALL BIRD BANDING Monday, Wednesday, & Friday | Through October 30 Meet Julie West at the table near the right side of the driveway to observe migratory birds as they are banded. Generally, the timing is from 30 minutes after sunrise to 12PM. Weather permitting. Free.

This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor Indigenous peoples, cultures, and enduring connections to the land. The Shaker Parklands are part of a region with thousands of years of Indigenous history. We honor the original stewards of the land we care for today.

It’s Member Appreciation Week! We’re saying thank you to our members with exclusive perks all week, including free members-only raffles. Visit shakerlakes.org/membersweek for more information. Not a current member? Join in on the fun today at shakerlakes.org/membership!

Rob Sikora, Senior Director of Philanthropy shares how your gift makes an impact - from our habitats to our classrooms. The Nature Center connects people to nature, 365 days a year, because of the commitment of our community of supporters. shakerlakes.org/mafdrive

Member Appreciation Week is Oct 12-18! Our members make it possible to sustain our ongoing operations and achieve our mission. We're celebrating with exclusive member perks, including special discounts at our Duck Pond Gift Shop, free raffles, & more! shakerlakes.org/membership/

Thank you to all who joined us for AutumnFest: Harvest Moon!🌙 We loved celebrating our 60th Anniversary with the community. A big thanks to all who took the time to create birthday cards! It was such a joy to read them...here are a few that made us smile!

Help our winter bird populations and support the Nature Center! Visit givebutter.com/2026-fall-bir… for available options, prices, and to place your order for pick up in early November. SHOP NOW: givebutter.com/2026-fall-bir…

The 2026 Membership & Annual Fund Drive has begun! Become a member or make your gift today to help ensure that the Nature Center can continue its mission to conserve a natural area, connect people to nature, and inspire environmental stewardship. shakerlakes.org/mafdrive

Birding Bingo with Kirtland Bird Club Saturday, October 3 |11 AM - 1 PM This event will be a great opportunity for beginner birders to learn about the birds that can be found in the Shaker Parklands while having fun! givebutter.com/birding-bingo…

Bird Walk Anna Goes Outside x Julie West Sunday, October 18 | 8AM | Nature Center REGISTER givebutter.com/anna-goes-out… Programming part of Guided Bird Walks

AutumnFest | Saturday, Sept 26 3-7PM Check out our website for details. shakerlakes.org/autumnfest

Pick up limited edition anniversary merch this fall! 🍁🍂 Bundle & Save $60 | Choice of crewneck, bandana, keychain, with sticker Bundle & Save $60 | T-shirt, bandana, coffee tumbler mug, keychain and sticker

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED⚠️ This Saturday, September 26 | 2-3 Hour Shifts | 2-8PM. 40+ volunteer shifts are available for individual, family (teens welcome) or group signup. Contact our Volunteer Manager, Jeff Gueulette, at [email protected]

Welcome Fall! Today, Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 8:05PM EDT is the fall equinox. Celebrate the season with us! givebutter.com/fall-equinox-… shakerlakes.org/autumnfest/

🚨 RESTOCK! 🚨 Due to popular demand, we decided to do another run of the vintage sweatshirt in an earthy heather gray. These crewnecks are selling fast and are back in stock just in time for fall. Don't miss out on our limited edition 60th Anniversary Merch!