4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Meet us at the Cowan Lake Nature Center as we step into the legendary world of Robin Hood, the skilled archer of Sherwood Forest known for courage, adventure, and helping others. Participants will learn basic archery safety, proper shooting form, and target practice skills while connecting this timeless outdoor activity …
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Test your plant and animal knowledge in a fun game of outdoorsy trivia! Meet at the Caesar Creek Campground Amphitheater near the boat ramp. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join us for a nighttime discovery lab where we shine lights on a white sheet to observe moths and other bugs up close as they come to visit! Meet at the Caesar Creek Campground Amphitheater near the boat ramp. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us for a ~5-mile guided hike on Spillway trail. Learn about wildlife and park history on the way. Closed-toed shoes, appropriate clothes, and water recommended. Meet at the Cowan Lake Spillway Parking Lot on the west side of the lake. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp
10:30 am – 12:00 pm Join the park naturalist and volunteer watercraft safety crew for a canoe and kayak excursion as we cruise the shorelines. Observe wildlife as we search for items that need removed for a more sustainable ecosystem. Participants will also learn basic canoeing and kayaking skills during this family friendly program. Boats, …
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Join us for a guided exploration of the lake’s shoreline as we discover the plants, wildlife, and other natural features that make this unique habitat so dynamic. Meet at the Cowan Lake Campground Beach. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp