Family Wildlife Walk in the Campground

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Meet the naturalist for a one-mile guided hike on the scenic Lakeshore View Trail Learn about wildlife in the park Meet at the campground shelter house

Outdoor Skills in the Campground Shelter House

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Join the Naturalist to practice outdoor skills. Learn to build a fire with flint and steel, how to navigate the woods, how to set up shelter in an emergency and survival skills with natural resources. Topic details will be based on weather and participants Meet at the campground shelter house

Land Stewardship. Natives vs Invasives

Pioneer Village 3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

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 like to try invasive removal …

Wildlife Discovery Walk in the Campground

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Meet the naturalist for a one-mile guided hike on the scenic Lakeshore View Trail Learn about wildlife in the park Meet at the campground shelter house

Colorful Sunsets and Magic of the Night

Campground Beach

Why are sunsets colorful? Learn about lightning bugs, glow worms and awe-inspiring phenomenon that happen at night starting with the sunset This program is in partnership with Dark Sky Ohio Bring a beach chair or towel to sit on Sunglasses, hat and bug spray recommended Meet at the campground beach

Legends of the Sky and Stargazing in the Campground

Campground Boat Ramp 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Join the park naturalist to take a closer look at the constellations and wonders of the night sky Bring your binoculars or borrow one of ours Equipment is not necessary. Simply look up! Dress for the weather Meet near the campground boat ramp

Kayak / Canoe Wildlife Excursion in the Campground

Campground Boat Ramp 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Participants must be onsite by 10:30 am to participate Early arrival is recommended All equipment and instruction provided Equipment is limited. First come, first serve Learn the basics of canoeing and kayaking Meet at the Yak Shack near the Campground Boat Ramp Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet Length of …

Stand-Up Paddle Board in the Campground, Session One, additional sessions added as needed

Campground Boat Ramp 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Additional sessions will be added as needed. We will continue sessions throughout the afternoon to get everyone through Arrive early to sign waivers and get fitted for life jackets All participants must be registered before 1pm to participate Participants who arrive after 1pm will not be permitted Instruction begins at 1pm Learn the basics of …

Outdoor Skills in the Campground Shelter House

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Join the Naturalist to practice outdoor skills. Learn to build a fire with flint and steel, how to navigate the woods, how to set up shelter in an emergency and survival skills with natural resources. Topic details will be based on weather and participants Meet at the campground shelter house