My guess is Sunday or Monday will be the start of the 2016 amphibian migration. It is going to be an interesting start with no snow cover in the Cleveland area, so not much melt to fill up the vernal pools. I’ll be keeping an eye out for Jefferson and Spotted salamanders making their way to the breeding sites and the rain will assist in their journey. These creatures have a very delicate, permeable and moist skin, so a good soaking keeps them safe from toxins and drying out. If you see a Metropark road closed for the migration, grab a flashlight and look around after sunset. Watch your step, take some pictures but let them do their thing.