[Ohio-talk] Nature Hike At Euclid Creek

[COLLEEN ROTH]

Hi Milena,
This does sound really nice. Hopefully this outing will be well attended. It's so nice to be able to enjoy Nature.
Let us know how it turns out.
Colleen Roth



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From:  <mzavoli at roadrunner.com>
To: ohio-talk at nfbnet.org
Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 6:25 pm
Subject: [Ohio-talk] Nature Hike At Euclid Creek

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> Hello Everyone,
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> Please plan to join myself and others in an activity of nature exploration and hiking at the Euclid Creek Reservation on Wednesday, August 7 at 2 p.m.  Part of the Metroparks system, Euclid Creek is located on Cleveland's east side.  We will meet Angelique, our naturalist and guide, who will show us the beauty of the flora and fauna of our surroundings and treat us to a quiet afternoon away from the traffic sounds of our urban environment. .  Wear comfortable walking shoes that can withstand a bit of muddy terrain and bottled water to ward off the summer heat.  
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> What:  Nature hike and exploration of flora and fauna.
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> When:  Wednesday, August 7th, 2 p.m.
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> Where:  Euclid Creek Reservation at the Highland Picnic Area Parking lot.  Euclid Creek is located at the intersection of Dille Road and Euclid.
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> From the Website
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>  http://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/Main/Reservations-Partners/Euclid-Creek-Reservation-6.aspx
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> Background:
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> "On June 6, 2013 Cleveland Metroparks assumed management of certain Lakefront State properties which include Edgewater Park, E. 55th St. Marina, Gordon Park, Euclid Beach Park, Villa Angela and Wildwood Park. While the City of Cleveland will continue to own the properties, Cleveland Metroparks holds a 99 year lease to manage and enhance the parks, with a commitment to outstanding stewardship. Euclid Beach Park, Villa Angela Park and Wildwood Park join Euclid Creek Reservation, while Edgewater Park, E. 55th St. Marina and Gordon Park compromise Cleveland Metroparks newest reservation, Lakefront ReservNEuclid Creek Reservation is named for Euclid Creek which runs the length of the reservation. It features wooded hillsides where the rare rock chestnut oak grows. The reservation is located in Cleveland, Euclid, South Euclid and Richmond Heights.
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>  The southern portion of the reservation is the site of a "ghost town." The village of Bluestone flourished in the late 1800s and early 1900s when its populace quarried the blue-gray siltstone used in building sidewalks and other construction. Today, the only remaining exposure of bluestone is in Quarry Picnic Area.
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>  Euclid Creek Reservation expanded in June 2013 to include the northern portion of the reservation consisting of Euclid Beach Park, Villa Angela Park and Wildwood Park runs along the Lake Erie shoreline.
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>  Once the site of the famous Euclid Beach Amusement Park, Euclid Beach Park now features a 650' swimming beach with shaded picnic areas, a scenic observation pier and a reservable pavilion. Though it closed in 1969, signs of the amusement park including the shuffleboard area, remnants of the beachside fountain and concrete footers of the Flying Turns roller coaster are still visible.
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>  Adjacent to Euclid Beach Park is Villa Angela Park and Wildwood Park. Scenic overlooks and a wide variety of plant species can be seen along Villa Angela Park's scenic boardwalk that leads out to a fishing pier and the 900' sandy beach.
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>  An angler's paradise, Wildwood Park has a boat launch providing access to Lake Erie, access to the summer Lake Erie walleye fishery, access to Euclid Creek for spring coho salmon and two lengthy rock breakwalls to accommodate shore anglers.
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> The 17-mile Cleveland Lakefront Bike Trail traces the Lake Erie shoreline providing access to Edgewater Park, the E. 55th St. Marina, Gordon Park, Euclid Beach Park, Villa Angela Park and Wildwood Park. 
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> Recreation in Euclid Creek Reservation
>  Biking Exercising Hiking & Walking Picnicking, Reservable Picnicking, Non-Reservable Play Areas Sledding & Tobogganing." 
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> Please e-mail or call if you have further questions: (216) 939-0502.
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> Join us, and bring a friend!
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> Get out, and get active!
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> Milena 
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