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Lorain County Metro Parks Programs are offered by the Lorain County Metropolitan Park District. Since 1986, the number of programs offered by the Naturalist Department has grown from 386 to over 1,600. The Park District strives to offer programs county-wide for all ages and abilities on a wide variety of topics, and programs are often offered in schools, nursing homes, community centers, and related locations.
• Schedule: Programs are offered county-wide by the Naturalist Department on a wide variety of topics.
The Lorain County Metropolitan Park District was created in 1957. The Park District was established for the responsible use, enjoyment, and accessibility of every citizen of Lorain County, and it acquires land to promote and demonstrate the wise use of natural resources. It strives to preserve and create a diversity of ecosystems while providing educational and recreational opportunities that are compatible with and promote conservation of these resources. The Park District has steadily grown to over 9,000 acres. It is supported by a 1.6-mill levy property tax, earned income, and a variety of sponsors and gifts, and capital improvements are financed by maintaining operating costs below annual revenues and utilizing grants, donations, and trusts. Through contributions from individuals, groups, corporations, and foundations, the Park District is able to provide a variety of services and facilities beyond the limitations of its tax levy.
Last updated June 30, 2026.
• Schedule: Programs are offered county-wide by the Naturalist Department on a wide variety of topics.
The Lorain County Metropolitan Park District was created in 1957. The Park District was established for the responsible use, enjoyment, and accessibility of every citizen of Lorain County, and it acquires land to promote and demonstrate the wise use of natural resources. It strives to preserve and create a diversity of ecosystems while providing educational and recreational opportunities that are compatible with and promote conservation of these resources. The Park District has steadily grown to over 9,000 acres. It is supported by a 1.6-mill levy property tax, earned income, and a variety of sponsors and gifts, and capital improvements are financed by maintaining operating costs below annual revenues and utilizing grants, donations, and trusts. Through contributions from individuals, groups, corporations, and foundations, the Park District is able to provide a variety of services and facilities beyond the limitations of its tax levy.
Last updated June 30, 2026.
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