Nestled in the Harriet Keeler Memorial woods, the Trailside Program Center follows Keeler's vision of sharing her love of nature through significant educational experiences. The Trailside Program Center is a facility that hosts a variety of educational programs that connect visitors to the natural world around them. The building is open for programs and rentals, see below for details.
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Brecksville Reservation
9000 Chippewa Creek Drive
Brecksville, OH 44141 - Driving Directions
- 440.526.1012
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Rental Information
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Fee: $350 for 4-hour minimum Saturday and Sunday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Rentals after 5 p.m. are $800 for a 4-hour minimum
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Capacity: Based on room set up. See options below.
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For weekday and evening rentals contact nature center directly at [email protected].
Best for: Birthday Parties & Showers, Corporate Events & Meetings
Amenities: Drinking Fountain (outdoors, April-October), Electricity, Information/Assistance, Outdoor Restrooms, Sink and Faucet. Internet.
Activities: Exploring Culture & History.
The Trailside Program Center is approximately 600 feet from the parking lot- cars cannot drive to the building entrance and all materials but be walked in. Public flush toilets are not attached to the building and are approximately 100 feet from the entrance.
*Alcohol is not permitted at rentals during open business hours*
Chairs only: 60
Classroom style (guests sit facing the screen): 28
Cafeteria style (guests sit facing each other): 44
If interested in adding a naturalist program to your rental, indicate your interest in the booking page order notes section. Naturalist programs are subject to staff availability and require advanced notice.
Projector and screen are available upon request for an additional $25 charge. There is no microphone or sound system.
To view availability click the button below.
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Programs & Events
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Young Explorers Camp (5 - 6 years)
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Drop-by: Fourth of July Craft
Celebrate the Fourth of July with us and stop by the Trailside Program Center to create your own red, white, and blue craft. Learn about what’s red, white and blue in nature. -
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