The Friends are sponsoring a guided wildflower hike on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Richfield Heritage Preserve. Participants will use the 3771 Oviatt Road park entrance (by the Oviatt House off St. Rt. 303) and should meet at the kiosk located near Kirby’s Mill.
Led by plant ecologist Jennifer Windus, Ohio Natural Areas and Preserves Association President and the Ohio Invasive Plant Council Vice President, the loop trail hike will travel through one of the most scenic sections of the park.
The event is free and open to the public. Suitable hiking footwear, insect repellant and a reusable water bottle are recommended. In the event of heavy rain or a thunderstorm, the hike will be cancelled.
Led by plant ecologist Jennifer Windus, Ohio Natural Areas and Preserves Association President and the Ohio Invasive Plant Council Vice President, the loop trail hike will travel through one of the most scenic sections of the park.
The event is free and open to the public. Suitable hiking footwear, insect repellant and a reusable water bottle are recommended. In the event of heavy rain or a thunderstorm, the hike will be cancelled.
Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026wildflowerhike-tickets-1985173455244?aff=oddtdtcreator
The Friends of Richfield Heritage Preserve will offer two migratory bird hikes on Saturday, May 9, 2026, 7:00-9:00 a.m. and 9:30-11:30 a.m., at Richfield Heritage Preserve. Attendees will meet by the Summer Barn (4225 Oviatt Road park entrance). Professional birder Fred Dinkelbach will review some basic birding skills and then lead attendees on a 1-1/2 mile hike through the different park habitats. The hikes will be held rain or shine so dress for the weather. Suitable hiking footwear, insect repellant, binoculars, and a reusable water bottle are recommended.
While the event is free and open to the public, attendees are asked to RSVP via Eventbrite at: https://2026MigratoryBirdHike.eventbrite.com. Walk-ins, however, are always welcome.
While the event is free and open to the public, attendees are asked to RSVP via Eventbrite at: https://2026MigratoryBirdHike.eventbrite.com. Walk-ins, however, are always welcome.
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