Mentor Marsh Guided Nature Hike: Celebrating Biodiversity! Connecting Plants and Animals

Happy 250th birthday, America! There's no better way to celebrate than by recognizing the astounding biodiversity found across our natural areas and the incredible life our ecosystems hold.

Come along on a hike to learn about host plants and explore some of the animal life that depends on them, including moths, butterflies, bees, and beetles. We’ll look for caterpillars and more and identify plants along the way! These insects and other arthropods in turn support mammals and birds, too!

Location

Carol H. Sweet Nature Center, Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve
5185 Corduroy Road, Mentor, OH 44060
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Tickets

Free; registration requested

Field Trip Intensity

Moderate (depending on weather); family-friendly

What to Bring

Bring binoculars, a hand lens, a camera, or any other tools for exploring. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear waterproof footwear for off-trail walking.