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Community Scientist Videos

What can you do at home to attract and appreciate wildlife to your area? This collection of videos provides a variety of ways to be a community scientist in your community.

side view of crow face and beak

Backyard Birding

Red Fox sleeping

Wild Animals vs. Pets

Mink with log

Be a Scientist at Home

Box turtle looking up

Habitats and Adaptations

Caterpillar on leaf

Caterpillar Pop Quiz

two blue jay birds

Signs of Spring-Nests

animal tracks in mud with leaf

Backyard Bioblitz

Crafts and Family Activities

Follow instructions to make a fun craft or toy, play a game, and more.

Horse made from a pool noodle

Pool Noodle Pony Craft

Window Painting

Window Painting

Tote bag with straps from goat feed bag

Make a Tote from a Pet Food Bag

Rag Wreath in Circle

DIY Rag Wreath

Stark County Area History

Find out more about historical places, people, stories, and legends from around Stark County and Ohio.

Front View of Magnolia Mill

Magnolia Flouring Mills

Windows and shutters on side of house

Stewart Manor House Tour

Smallpox virus under microscope

Smallpox in Stark County

Sandyville the town that moved historical marker

Sandyville, The Town that Moved

Morgan's Raid of 1863 historical sign

Morgan's Raid of 1863 near Stark County

Species Spotlight

Learn more about native wildlife and insects in our area and what makes them each unique. Some videos will feature wildlife ambassadors permanently residing at the Wildlife Conservation Center.

Young Opossum with Pumpkin

Species Spotlight: Virginia Opossum

Toad Hiding under brush

Toads and Make a Toad House

Three bunnies eating grass

Species Spotlight: Eastern Cottontail Rabbit

Screech Owl squinting with ears up

Species Spotlight: Eastern Screech Owl

butterfly with open wings landing on flower

Butterfly Puddle in your Backyard

Yoga

Follow along with Kim Kohler in these yoga flows for all ages and abilities. Kim instructs the Down to Earth Yoga programs typically held throughout the year.

Yoga Pose with Play Button

Welcome to Down to Earth Yoga

Yoga Pose with Video Play Button

Recent Posts

Jan 15

Quail Hollow Park Connector Trail Grant Received

Stark Parks is excited to announce that it has been awarded $473,000 in Clean Ohio Trail grant funds to support the development of the Quail Hollow Connector Trail. This project… More

Sep 7

Tam O’Shanter Park Construction and Updates

Beginning in March 2023, Stark Parks crews will begin preparing areas at Tam O'Shanter Park for parking lot and driveway updates including removing and relocating trees and vegetation. Construction will… More

Apr 30

Walborn Reservoir Eagle Nest Report

We hope you enjoy the observations of eagle watching volunteers and invite you to stop by the nest site located on the west side of Walborn Reservoir at 13600 Marlboro… More

Dec 1

Celebrating Over 50 Years

Humble Beginnings (1960s and 1970s) The year was 1967. Although Ohio’s Department of Natural Resources had been established 18 years before in 1949, it was three years before the establishment… More

Oct 22

Exceptional Volunteers Honored

2024 Volunteer Recognition Award Recipients holding awards. (Left to Right) Barbra Lewis, Pam Severa, Shandy Myers, Stark Parks Volunteer Coordinator Parker Spencer, Stark County Beekeeper's Association-Carol Kralik and Bob Mann,… More

Towpath Trail Closed in Areas

We expect water to recede over the weekend. As of 6/21/19, we cannot access trail damage or downed trees in many areas. These areas will be closed to trail users until a full inspection is complete. Please follow all trail closing barricades and signs.

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Hi There! We hope you are looking to Opt Outside today or any day. Take a break from buying presents and be present. Your body and mind thank you!

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Feedback Requested!

We are now accepting public comment on the Phase 4 Iron Horse Trail proposal through January 29, 2019.

Storm Response in Progress

Many parks and trails will be closed due to downed trees and storm damage. Please follow all trail closing barricades, gates, and signs. Removal may take several days.

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Marinas Open for Season May 1

Registration Reminder!

1. Make sure you register and pay (if applicable) for the camp. 2. Print your waiver and bring it with you to camp. 3. Read over special instructions and welcome letter. 4. Call us at 330.477.3552 with any questions.

Serenades in the Park Concert Cancelled-Petros Lake Park

The concert has been cancelled as of 12 p.m. on Sept. 1, 2019 due to inclement weather in the forecast at the performance time. The exact same performance will be held tomorrow, Monday Sept. 2 at 5 p.m. on the steps of North Canton City Hall, 145 N. Main St., North Canton, 44720.

Deadline Approaching: Order Club Apparel by Feb. 9!

Use the Shop Apparel Button on the main page or the button below!

Branding Survey

Stark Parks is looking to update our branding and marketing elements to better engage and connect with our community. Your input is important and needed.

Please take this survey and share your feedback. It should take less than five minutes. Thank you for your interest!

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Phone and Internet Outage

Please email information@starkparks.com or message us on Facebook on Aug. 7, 2024.

The Exploration Gateway at Sippo Lake Park is currently closed due to limited power and water. Other facilities at the park may also be impacted.

Air Quality Index Impact on Scheduled Programs

Air quality index may impact upcoming programs and events.

Use the button below to check the Activity Calendar for the latest status or reach out by email at information@starkparks.com or calling 330-477-3552