Explore the vernal pools in our upland forest and search these wetland wonders for aquatic animal life.

Wear clothes and footwear that can get wet and muddy, as we’ll be at the water’s edge. Bring a notebook, hand lens, binoculars, or any other tools for observing and recording discoveries.

See Google Maps directions.

Level: Moderate; family-friendly

Reservations are requested for all programs; call the Nature Center at 440.257.0777, email rdonaldson@cmnh.org, or message the Mentor Marsh Facebook page.

The Carol H. Sweet Nature Center is located at 5185 Corduroy Road in Mentor. From November through March, a naturalist will staff the Nature Center from 11am to 4pm on the first Sunday of the month. From April through October, the Nature Center will be staffed from noon to 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

Family Hikes are offered every Sunday from 2 to 3:30pm. Meet at the Nature Center unless otherwise indicated. Our programs are a go in all but severe weather, so please come prepared for the weather conditions. We recommend long pants and sturdy shoes, as some trails may be muddy.