Getting To Kent
By Air
- Fly into Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), the primary airport serving northeast Ohio and the most convenient option for travelers coming from across the U.S. and Canada.
- Well-connected through major hubs, Cleveland Hopkins provides frequent nonstop and one-stop flights from many U.S. cities and select Canadian connections.
Arrival Requirements:
- Domestic travelers: No special arrival requirements beyond standard government-issued ID.
- International travelers: Must meet U.S. entry requirements, including a valid passport and appropriate visa or ESTA authorization (for Visa Waiver Program countries). Customs and immigration procedures are completed upon entry to the United States.
From the airport to the city
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft):
Most convenient option, especially with luggage; readily available at CLE; ~50 minutes to Kent depending on traffic. - Rental Car: Best option if you plan to move around Kent during your stay; all major rental companies operate at CLE; ~1 hour drive via I-480 / OH-8.
- Taxis:
Available at the airport taxi stand; flat or metered fares depending on provider; similar travel time to rideshare services, but usually more expensive.
About Davey SEED Campus
Opened in 2025, the Davey Tree SEED Campus represents the future of arboricultural training and research. Volunteers will have the rare opportunity to experience this facility firsthand, which includes a 70,000-square-foot training center, classrooms and laboratories, an indoor at-height climbing training space, and extensive outdoor research areas. NATCC will be one of the first major public events hosted on the campus.
Getting to Davey SEED Campus
By Rideshare or Car:
- ~5–10 minutes from downtown Kent, depending on traffic; the most direct and convenient option.
- Further information regarding parking will be shared soon!
Quick Reference Snapshot
Route
Transport
Duration
CLE → Kent
Car/Rideshare
~45 min
Kent → Davey SEED Campus
Car/Rideshare
~5 minutes
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