Events

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Join us to explore Ohio’s ancient past, where we’ll learn about fossils through a fun scavenger hunt. Meet at the Caesar Creek Campground Amphitheater near the boat ramp. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Join us for an evening to explore the magical world of fireflies. Learn about their life cycle, glowing signals, and the role they play in local ecosystems. Meet at the Caesar Creek Campground Amphitheater near the boat ramp. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

8:30 am – 9:30 am Join us lakeside for a relaxed birdwatching program where you can enjoy your own coffee while observing and learning about local bird species in their natural habitat. Meet at the Cowan Lake Campground Beach. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

10:00 am – 11:00 am Join us to learn about ground-dwelling birds like pheasants, quail, and turkeys. Discover how they find food and avoid predators through a short hike and hands-on activities. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

1:00 pm – 1:45 pm Think you can find the fastest isopod? Learn about Rolly-Pollys and search for your winning champion! Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

9:30 am – 12:00 pm Meet the naturalist, volunteers and partner organizations as we continue efforts to restore the area around the Nature Center to native habitat Learn how to identify native and invasive species, and how they affect wildlife Discover ways to remove invasive species through discussion and observation Participation is welcomed if you’d …

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1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Join us to learn about composting basics, local native and invasive species, and how to become a better land steward. The pace and activities adapt to the group and conditions making each experience unique. Optional: Stay afterward to join our volunteer crew for hands-on land management projects such as native …

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2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join us at the Caesar Creek Nature Center Pond as we hunt for dragonflies. Bring your own bug net for catch and release. Learn why these insects are so important. Discover ways you can help protect them and their world of water. Park Naturalist: Erin Shaw

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Join us for this Naturalist-led program to dive into the world of bugs. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Equipment and instruction provided. Free. Must be on-site before 1pm to register and participate. Fun for the whole family. Meet at the Caesar Creek Nature Center Free and open to the public Park Naturalist: Erin Shaw