# Mentor Marsh Guided Nature Hike: Forest Foray

> Event for families in the Cleveland area (OH). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sun, Oct 25 · 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Where: Carol H. Sweet Nature Center, Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve, 5185 Corduroy Road, Mentor, OH 44060
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Free; registration requested
- Organizer: Cleveland Museum of Natural History
- Official page: https://1023.blackbaudhosting.com/1023/Mentor-Marsh-Nature-Hikes-Forest-Foray
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

A family-friendly guided hike through the upland woods along the rim of Mentor Marsh, led by the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, which manages the preserve. The group looks for fall foliage, late-season insects and other invertebrates, fall birds and mushrooms, with wide views across the marsh. Intensity is moderate depending on weather. Bring binoculars, a hand lens or a camera, dress for the weather and wear waterproof footwear for off-trail walking.

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