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Youth Enrichment Sponsorships (YES)

Thanks to Friends of Stark Parks, the YES fund helps minimize cost barriers to Stark County youth (18 and under) to attend fee-based programs free of charge. Please fill out the application to begin.

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Adults 18+ - Adults 18+

Only one registration needed per couple. Start your date at the Exploration Gateway and hike with us to the Wildlife Conservation Center by lantern light to meet our nocturnal animal ambassadors. Along the way, learn about the habits and adaptations of nocturnal animals, such as owls and bats! We will end this evening warming up around the campfire and listening for more wildlife.
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Add To Waitlist Adults 18+-880 Date Night: Late Night Wildlife 02/28/2025 -02/28/2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm F Sippo Lake Park-North 18-100 $0.00/$0.00 Waitlist
Unavailable Adults 18+-890 Date Night: Glow in the Dark Scavenger Hunt 03/28/2025 -03/28/2025 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm F Quail Hollow Park 18-100 $5.00/$7.00 Full

Adventure Kids - Adventure Kids

Do you wonder how your feathered friends prepare for the winter? Come explore and learn how birds adapt to survive the winter season! Enjoy a story, complete a craft, and take a short hike. Be prepared to go outside.
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Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-861 Adventure Kids: Snow Birds (ages 3-5) 01/11/2025 -01/11/2025 11:00 am -12:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North 3-5.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-862 Adventure Kids: Snow Birds (ages 6-9) 01/11/2025 -01/11/2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North 6-9.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-866 Adventure Kids (3-5): Snow Birds 01/22/2025 -01/22/2025 10:00 am -11:00 am W, Sa Sippo Lake Park-North 3-5.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-878 Adventure Kids (3-5): Wildlife Rehab! 02/22/2025 -02/22/2025 11:00 am -12:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North 3-5.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-879 Adventure Kids (6-9): Wildlife Rehab! 02/22/2025 -02/22/2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North 6-9.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-886 Adventure Kids (3-5): Home Sweet Habitats 03/19/2025 -03/19/2025 10:00 am -11:00 am W Sippo Lake Park-North 3-5.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-887 Adventure Kids (3-5): Home Sweet Habitats 03/22/2025 -03/22/2025 11:00 am -12:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North 3-5.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-888 Adventure Kids (6-9): Home Sweet Habitats 03/22/2025 -03/22/2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North 6-9.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Adventure Kids-905 Adventure Kids (3-5): Wildlife Rehab! 02/19/2025 -02/19/2025 10:00 am -11:00 am W Sippo Lake Park-North 3-5.99 $0.00/$0.00 Available
Archery

Archery - Archery

This introductory-level archery program is for youth; ages 10-17. This class emphasizes safety, proper shooting form, and recreational target shooting. All equipment will be provided. Please wear closed-toe shoes, and registration is required.
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Add To Waitlist Archery-858 Youth Mini Camp: Archery 12/30/2024 -12/30/2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm M Sippo Lake Park-North 10-17 $5.00/$7.00 Waitlist
Add To Selection List Archery-867 Youth Archery - Ages 10-17 01/23/2025 -01/23/2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Th Sippo Lake Park-North 10-17.99 $5.00/$7.00 Available
Unavailable Archery-872 Adult Archery - 18+ 02/12/2025 -02/12/2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm W Sippo Lake Park-North 18-100 $5.00/$7.00 Full
Add To Selection List Archery-885 Youth Archery - Ages 10-17 03/18/2025 -03/18/2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Tu Sippo Lake Park-North 10-17.99 $5.00/$7.00 Available

Backyard Habitat - Backyard Habitat

Over the past decade, urban sprawl has increased at an alarming rate. Due to this trend, our native wildlife have been forced to relocate as their habitats disappear. As individuals, we may not be able to stop this devastating trend, but we can help reintroduce wildlife back into our yards. This program is just one in a series of programs to help certify your backyard as a valuable and sustainable ecosystem for wildlife. Participants will receive instructions about getting their yard the ""Certified Backyard Habitat"" designation by Stark Parks naturalists.

For more classes and information visit www.starkparks.com/backyard
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Add To Selection List Backyard Habitat-881 Intro to Backyard Habitat 03/04/2025 -03/04/2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Tu Sippo Lake Park-North $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Waitlist Backyard Habitat-889 Wildlife Workshop: Pollinators 03/25/2025 -03/25/2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Tu Sippo Lake Park-North $5.00/$7.00 Waitlist
Add To Selection List Backyard Habitat-931 Backyard Habitat: Winter Sowing 01/16/2025 -01/16/2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Th Sippo Lake Park-North $0.00/$0.00 Available

Hiking - Hiking

The hike-a-thon is back! Ring in the winter season with the shortest day of the year, by hiking all day at several Stark Parks locations! You may choose to hike all day long and follow the staff from site to site or you can pick which hike(s) you would like to attend. You are registering for the Sippo Lake segment. Locations and times are:
(3 miles) Sippo Lake Park: Sippo Lake Marina - 7:30 am to 9 am (5300 Tyner St., Canton 44708)
(3 to 3.50 miles) West Branch Trail: Timken Gatehouse - 10am to 12 pm (1305 Stadium Park Dr. NW Canton OH, 44708)
(3 miles) Middle Branch Trail: Veterans Park - 1 pm to 2:30 pm (1714 Schneider St. Canton 44721)
(2 miles) Walborn Reservoir Marina- 3:30 pm -5 pm (11324 Price St. NE Alliance, 44601)
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Add To Selection List Hiking-853 Winter Hike-a-thon - Sippo Lake Segment 12/21/2024 -12/21/2024 7:30 am - 9:00 am Sa Sippo Lake Park - East $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Hiking-854 Winter Hike-a-thon - West Branch Lake Segment 12/21/2024 -12/21/2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm Sa West Branch Trail $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Hiking-855 Winter Hike-a-thon - Middlebranch Trail Segment 12/21/2024 -12/21/2024 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Sa Middle Branch Trail $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Hiking-856 Winter Hike-a-thon - Walborn Reservoir Segment 12/21/2024 -12/21/2024 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Sa Walborn Reservoir $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Hiking-860 Navigating the Night Sky and Lantern Hikes 01/17/2025 -01/17/2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm F Fry Family Park $0.00/$0.00 Available
Unavailable Hiking-863 Stark Exploring Shield Assistance Day 01/11/2025 -01/11/2025 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North $0.00/$0.00 Registration Opens Soon
Add To Selection List Hiking-865 Owl Prowl 01/16/2025 -01/16/2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Th Towpath Trail $0.00/$0.00 Available

Park Board - Park Board

Members of the Park Commission are very interested in your thoughts and comments, and invite members of the public to the monthly meetings.
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Add To Selection List Park Board-635 Park Board Meeting 01/07/2025 -01/07/2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tu Sippo Lake Park-North $0.00/$0.00 Available

Running - Running

The challenge is to endure 5.5 miles while running or walking the unique topography this location has to offer in the winter. The goal is to complete the course in 3 hours from when you start, so you better run/walk fast! This event will start and end at the Visitor Center parking lot. Check-in will begin at 11:00 am, and participants may begin the challenge any time between 11-11:30 am. Each participant will be given a course map to assist them on their journey. The trails will not be groomed for this event. Free hot chocolate will be available in Visitor Center afterward to warm up. This event is open to both runners and walkers of all ages, but trails are not conducive to strollers. This event will take place rain, snow, or shine. Registration is required on or before 2/3/25, and a $5 fee will reserve your spot and cover the cost of materials.
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Add To Selection List Running-871 Frozen Toes Trail Challenge 02/08/2025 -02/08/2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Sa Fry Family Park $5.00/$5.00 Available

Science - Nature - Science - Nature

If you are interested in learning a new hobby, or want to grow your skills as a woodcarver, check out our woodcarving classes. Whether you are a beginner or novice, there are opportunities to learn for all. Carving volunteers will be available to help you get started. You are welcome to bring your own equipment and wood but is not required. Preregistration is required as there are limited supplies available. Adults must remain with any children under 18 years of age.
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Unavailable Science - Nature-826 Woodcarving 101 01/15/2025 -01/15/2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm W Sippo Lake Park-North 8-100 $0.00/$0.00 Full
Add To Waitlist Science - Nature-827 Woodcarving 101 03/19/2025 -03/19/2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm W Sippo Lake Park-North 8-100 $0.00/$0.00 Waitlist
Add To Waitlist Science - Nature-869 Creature Feature: Mammals 01/28/2025 -01/28/2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tu Sippo Lake Park - West $0.00/$0.00 Waitlist
Add To Waitlist Science - Nature-874 Creature Feature: Birds of Prey 02/20/2025 -02/20/2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Th Sippo Lake Park-North $0.00/$0.00 Waitlist
Add To Waitlist Science - Nature-882 Creature Feature: Reptiles 03/11/2025 -03/11/2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tu Sippo Lake Park-North $0.00/$0.00 Waitlist
Add To Selection List Science - Nature-884 Navigating the Night Sky and Lantern Hike 03/21/2025 -03/21/2025 8:30 pm -10:00 pm F Deer Creek Reservoir $0.00/$0.00 Available
Add To Selection List Science - Nature-930 Maple Syrup Making 03/29/2025 -03/29/2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Sa Fry Family Park $0.00/$0.00 Available

Special Events - Special Events

Join Stark Library- Perry-Sippo Branch, Stark Parks, and guests of honor, Mr. & Mrs. Claus to kick-off a season of giving at Sippo Lake Park co-sponsored by Perry Rotary and Friends of Stark Parks.
At the Exploration Gateway, there will be take-your-own pictures with Santa, crafts, activities, and light concessions. Arrive early at 4:30 p.m. to enjoy a story around the fireplace followed by a live music performance from the Jacks-N-Jills Show Choir from Jackson High School at 5 p.m. in the atrium. At the Wildlife Conservation Center, the animals will be opening their gifts from Santa, as well as, a stuffed animal Holly hospital.
To travel between the 12th St. NW and Genoa Ave. entrance, you can drive 5 minutes between the two sides or take the .25 mile one-way walk along a lighted trail.
For your consideration: dress for the weather, cash, donations for the animals (Wish List available at www.StarkParks.com/WishList). Toys 4 Tots donation box will also be on-site that night as well.
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Unavailable Special Events-845 Santa Claus and Furry Paws 12/07/2024 -12/07/2024 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North $0.00/$0.00 Registration Opens Soon
Unavailable Special Events-870 Groundhog Day Open House 02/01/2025 -02/01/2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park - West $0.00/$0.00 Registration Opens Soon

Workshops - Workshops

Meet one of our wildlife ambassadors as you learn the importance of providing safe habitats for their survival. Then, put your DIY skills to the test as you build your very own bat box. All tools and materials provided. Price includes 1 kit per family. You only need to register one family member, and in the registration comments tell us how many will be attending with your group. Registration required due to limited materials.
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Add To Waitlist Workshops-864 Wild Workshop: Bat House 01/11/2025 -01/11/2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North $10.00/$15.00 Waitlist
Add To Waitlist Workshops-868 Wild Workshop: Bluebird Box 02/11/2025 -02/11/2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Tu Sippo Lake Park-North $10.00/$15.00 Waitlist
Unavailable Workshops-901 Beginner Bee School 01/18/2025 -01/18/2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sa Sippo Lake Park-North $0.00/$0.00 Registration Opens Soon
Yoga

Yoga - Yoga

Looking for an island of calm and serenity from all the chaos and stress a busy week can bring? This hour-long yoga practice will leave you feeling relaxed and strong! Certified yoga instructor Kim Kohler will help you challenge yourself while working at your own level in a safe and supportive environment. Modifications are offered to appeal to all skill levels.

Pre-registration is required, and you will need to bring your own mat.
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Add To Selection List Yoga-899 Down to Earth Yoga 12/09/2024 -12/09/2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm M Sippo Lake Park-North 12-100 $8.00/$12.00 Available
Add To Selection List Yoga-900 Down to Earth Yoga 12/16/2024 -12/16/2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm M Sippo Lake Park-North 12-100 $8.00/$12.00 Available