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Saturday May 18, 2024
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM    Star Parties - Star Party
Join us as we hunt for shooting stars, look at the man in the moon and much more!  Local astronomer, Suzie Dills, will be on hand with a telescope or two to show you what to look for. Stop by to take a quick peek or bring a blanket and snacks and stay for awhile. No registration required. FREE!Location: VariesSaturday, April 6th - Walker Road Park Pavilion 8:30pm - 10:00pmJoin us for our first Star Party of the year during our Eclipse Events Weekend! We'll enjoy views of Jupiter & its Galilean Moons & the several of the brightest stars of the year. We will star hop through the early spring celestial delights. Saturday, May 18th - Walker Road Park Pavilion 9:00–10:30 pmCelebrate National Astronomy Day!  Viewing the First Quarter Moon & Spring Constellations. Friday, June 21st – Veteran’s Park 9:00 – 10:30 pm. Celebrate the 4th Annual Make Music Day. Watch the sunset & the rise of the Full Strawberry Moon. Viewing the Moon & Summer Constellations. Monday, August 12th – Walker Road Park Pavilion 9:30-11:00 pm. Annual Perseid Meteor Shower Party! Bring blankets, lawn chairs & snacks & watch for shooting stars. Also viewing the First Quarter Moon, Saturn & Summer Constellations. Tuesday, September 17th – Walker Road Park Pavilion 9:00-11:00 pm. Partial Lunar Eclipse starting at 10:12 pm. Also viewing Saturn & Late Summer Constellations. What if it's cloudy? Unfortunately, clouds will prevent the program from taking place. If this is the case, we will have to cancel. But plan to attend the next one! If weather is questionable, check our Facebook for updates:  No news is good news!
 
Wednesday June 12, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM    Fishing with Friends - Fishing with Friends
FREE PROGRAMJoin us this summer at Walker Road Park Reservoir for another year of our popular Fishing with Friends program! Beginning Wednesday, June 12th through Saturday, July 27th on Wednesdays/Thursdays/Fridays/Saturdays from 10:00AM - 2:00PM at Walker Road Park.SPECIAL FLY FISHING FRIDAYS with Firelands Fly Fishers:  June 14th, 21st, 28th and July 5th 10am - 2pm.  Rods, flies and instruction provided, casting from the shores. Note:  No Fishing with Friends on July 4th - Enjoy the Holiday!Poles, bait and knowledgeable attendants will be available.  Catch Bluegill, Bass and Catfish!  Stop up once to give it a try or make it a part of your weekly routine!AGE RESTRICTIONS-This program is designed for kids 15 and under (families encouraged!). Other ages may be accommodated but please check with the attendant.-All youth under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a permission form prior to their fishing experience with the Avon Lake Parks & Recreation Department Staff on-site.-Children under 12 years old must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible person, 14 years old or older. Children under 6 years old need to have a responsible individual within arm’s reach at all times.-Extreme weather may force this event to be cancelled, but light rain should not. Check Facebook for updates.This program is made possible with the support of ODNR Division of Wildlife, the USFWS Wildlife & Sportfish Restoration Act and Erie Outfitters.
 
Thursday June 13, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM    Fishing with Friends - Fishing with Friends
FREE PROGRAMJoin us this summer at Walker Road Park Reservoir for another year of our popular Fishing with Friends program! Beginning Wednesday, June 12th through Saturday, July 27th on Wednesdays/Thursdays/Fridays/Saturdays from 10:00AM - 2:00PM at Walker Road Park.SPECIAL FLY FISHING FRIDAYS with Firelands Fly Fishers:  June 14th, 21st, 28th and July 5th 10am - 2pm.  Rods, flies and instruction provided, casting from the shores. Note:  No Fishing with Friends on July 4th - Enjoy the Holiday!Poles, bait and knowledgeable attendants will be available.  Catch Bluegill, Bass and Catfish!  Stop up once to give it a try or make it a part of your weekly routine!AGE RESTRICTIONS-This program is designed for kids 15 and under (families encouraged!). Other ages may be accommodated but please check with the attendant.-All youth under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a permission form prior to their fishing experience with the Avon Lake Parks & Recreation Department Staff on-site.-Children under 12 years old must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible person, 14 years old or older. Children under 6 years old need to have a responsible individual within arm’s reach at all times.-Extreme weather may force this event to be cancelled, but light rain should not. Check Facebook for updates.This program is made possible with the support of ODNR Division of Wildlife, the USFWS Wildlife & Sportfish Restoration Act and Erie Outfitters.
 
Friday June 14, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM    Fishing with Friends - Fishing with Friends
FREE PROGRAMJoin us this summer at Walker Road Park Reservoir for another year of our popular Fishing with Friends program! Beginning Wednesday, June 12th through Saturday, July 27th on Wednesdays/Thursdays/Fridays/Saturdays from 10:00AM - 2:00PM at Walker Road Park.SPECIAL FLY FISHING FRIDAYS with Firelands Fly Fishers:  June 14th, 21st, 28th and July 5th 10am - 2pm.  Rods, flies and instruction provided, casting from the shores. Note:  No Fishing with Friends on July 4th - Enjoy the Holiday!Poles, bait and knowledgeable attendants will be available.  Catch Bluegill, Bass and Catfish!  Stop up once to give it a try or make it a part of your weekly routine!AGE RESTRICTIONS-This program is designed for kids 15 and under (families encouraged!). Other ages may be accommodated but please check with the attendant.-All youth under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a permission form prior to their fishing experience with the Avon Lake Parks & Recreation Department Staff on-site.-Children under 12 years old must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible person, 14 years old or older. Children under 6 years old need to have a responsible individual within arm’s reach at all times.-Extreme weather may force this event to be cancelled, but light rain should not. Check Facebook for updates.This program is made possible with the support of ODNR Division of Wildlife, the USFWS Wildlife & Sportfish Restoration Act and Erie Outfitters.
 
Saturday June 15, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM    Fishing with Friends - Fishing with Friends
FREE PROGRAMJoin us this summer at Walker Road Park Reservoir for another year of our popular Fishing with Friends program! Beginning Wednesday, June 12th through Saturday, July 27th on Wednesdays/Thursdays/Fridays/Saturdays from 10:00AM - 2:00PM at Walker Road Park.SPECIAL FLY FISHING FRIDAYS with Firelands Fly Fishers:  June 14th, 21st, 28th and July 5th 10am - 2pm.  Rods, flies and instruction provided, casting from the shores. Note:  No Fishing with Friends on July 4th - Enjoy the Holiday!Poles, bait and knowledgeable attendants will be available.  Catch Bluegill, Bass and Catfish!  Stop up once to give it a try or make it a part of your weekly routine!AGE RESTRICTIONS-This program is designed for kids 15 and under (families encouraged!). Other ages may be accommodated but please check with the attendant.-All youth under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a permission form prior to their fishing experience with the Avon Lake Parks & Recreation Department Staff on-site.-Children under 12 years old must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible person, 14 years old or older. Children under 6 years old need to have a responsible individual within arm’s reach at all times.-Extreme weather may force this event to be cancelled, but light rain should not. Check Facebook for updates.This program is made possible with the support of ODNR Division of Wildlife, the USFWS Wildlife & Sportfish Restoration Act and Erie Outfitters.