Richfield Heritage Preserve

06/17/2026

Mark Your Calendars!

Kid's Creative Expression Mini-Camp
July 11, 2026
9:30-11:30 am

Join us for a fun-filled mini-camp using creative expression tools to enhance your child’s mental wellness. This workshop led by Stony Hill Holistic Mental Wellness is for kids ages 5-10, and promotes healthy self-expression, teamwork, and imagination through various forms of art, nature, and other modalities. Led by a seasoned mental health clinician and her assistant, participants will utilize their creative skills to increase their emotional vocabulary, improve social skills, and build confidence. Materials will be provided.

Register at: https://rjrd.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=393

06/16/2026

Exciting News!

The Broadview Road entrance landscaping project is officially complete!

Our enhanced entrance now features fresh landscaping designed to create a beautiful and welcoming first impression for residents and visitors alike.

We invite you to stop by, take a look, and enjoy the updated entrance.

06/16/2026

Can You Solve the Mystery Adventure at Hobo Camp?

Saturday, June 27, 2026
10 am

Join the Summit County Ohio Horseman's Council for an exciting Murder Mystery Adventure at Hobo Camp! Gather your friends and put your detective skills to the test as you follow clues along the trail and work to solve the mystery.

Whether you prefer a fun hike or a scenic horseback ride, you'll enjoy a unique outdoor adventure filled with suspense, teamwork, and plenty of surprises along the way.

🕵️ Follow the clues
🐎 Ride or hike the trail
🔍 Solve the mystery
🎉 Enjoy a memorable day of adventure

Spots are limited, so don't miss your chance to be part of the investigation!

Register today and see if you have what it takes to crack the case!
Register at: https://bit.ly/4xsiXiG

Contact [email protected] for more information.

06/15/2026

TRAIL CLOSED!

The trail between North House and the upper lake metal bridge is CLOSED until further notice due to downed trees.

Please plan ahead and avoid the area.

Thank you, we will keep you posted when the trail reopens.

06/12/2026

Habitat Restoration

The process of restoring a habitat to its original form takes time, effort, and great care. The first step focuses on the removal of non-native species, specifically invasive offenders such as Buckthorn.

Buckthorn overshadows the native flora by blooming earlier in the spring. They alter the composition of the soil and aggressively spread a dense seed bank to favor their own growth. Furthermore, they offer little environmental benefit as compared to the historic residents.

We are excited to share that after removing thousands of buckthorn trees from the northwest side of Upper Lake, we revealed a wonderful discovery!

Beneath that dense thicket, several young native trees—including fledgling Oaks, Black Cherry, American Beech, Shagbark Hickory, Flowering Dogwood, and many more, were struggling to reach the sun. They now had the opportunity to spread their leaves and welcome the freedom to grow.

And then the magic came!

Along the gentle rise of land, the denizen plants, shrubs, and wildflowers erupted, adding their beauty and color to the sensitive forest floor. Specimens such as Skunk Cabbage, Arrowwood Viburnum, Common Blue Violet, Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Sensitive Fern, and Wild Geranium, to name a few, made their glorious appearance.

These improvements to the landscape are ongoing and we appreciate your patience and mindfulness as we strive to reestablish the natural areas within the Richfield Heritage Preserve.

06/11/2026

Broadview Road Landscaping is in Progress!

We can't wait to show you the completed transformation. Stay tuned!

06/11/2026

Don't miss this popular event!
Hikers and riders are welcome.
Register at: https://rjrd.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=389

Times getting closer so sign up now!

06/08/2026

Finding Joy in Watercolor
A Landscape Painting Retreat at Richfield Heritage Preserve
October 12-16, 2026

Spend a week immersed in watercolor and the quiet beauty of Richfield Heritage Preserve, a lush landscape of forested trails and reflective lakes in northeast Ohio. This inspiring setting invites artists to slow down, look closely, and translate the landscape into watercolor.
Open to artists of all levels, this retreat blends studio learning with outdoor painting. Through demonstrations, guided sessions, and thoughtful discussion, you’ll explore ways to simplify complex scenes and capture light, atmosphere, and a sense of place. Each day balances instruction with time for exploration. Mornings introduce essential watercolor concepts and techniques, while afternoons are spent painting along wooded trails and lakeshores with individualized guidance to support each artist’s unique approach.
Register: https://bit.ly/4vV79En

Contact [email protected] for more information.

06/07/2026

BRIDLE TRAILS ARE OPEN!

Saddle up and enjoy the trails responsibly! Please follow these important trail rules to help keep everyone safe and protect our natural areas:

✅ Trails are open sunrise to sunset
✅ Ride ONLY on marked equestrian trails
✅ Horses must be under control at all times
✅ Ride single file when approaching another rider from either direction
✅ Keep right, pass on the left, and announce yourself before passing
✅ Pedestrians should yield to equestrians and use caution when meeting or passing horseback riders. Be prepared to stop and move off the trail when necessary.

Thank you for doing your part to keep our bridle trails safe, enjoyable, and sustainable for all users. Happy riding!

Summit County Ohio Horseman's Council