• Holiday Season Forest Bathing

    Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, OH, United States

    • Open your senses, relax, re-center and enjoy some much needed ‘Vitamin N’ during the busy holiday season. • Join the park naturalist for a slow-paced walk as we observe trees and wildlife in the park. • Distance will be based on participants and weather (average two miles). • Dress for the weather. Wear layers …

  • 1st Day Hike

    Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, OH, United States

    • 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm • Start the New Year on the right foot! Join the naturalist for a guided three-mile moderate hike through Pioneer Village to Horseshoe Falls, across the Swinging Bridge and back. This is a general naturalist hike, all ages welcome. • Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. • …

  • Nature Center Tour and Meet the Animals

    Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, OH, United States

    • Take a guided tour of the Nature Center with the Naturalist. Learn about wildlife you may see in the park as you meet our live ambassadors up close.

  • Full Moon Hike

    Public Beach 8570 E State Route 73, Waynesville, Ohio

    • Join the park naturalist for a 3-mile guided night hike under the full moon. • Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. • Check the ‘Caesar Creek State Park’ Facebook page the morning of the event for details and updates.

  • Stargazing

    Public Beach 8570 E State Route 73, Waynesville, Ohio

    • Watch as the full moon reflects off the water. • Connect with our past, present and future as we look at stars, planets, and other objects in the universe. • Bring your binoculars and telescope or look through one of ours. • Please use a red filter if you have a flashlight. Red cellophane …

  • Knot Tying

    Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, OH, United States

    Learn how to tie a variety of useful knots. This program is designed for people of all ages. Kids can learn different ways to tie their shoes. Adults can learn how to tie a trucker’s hitch.

  • Wildlife Survival in the Winter

    Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, OH, United States

    Meet the naturalist for a discussion on ways wildlife survives the winter. Learn how to build a shelter using logs.

  • Perimeter Hike

    Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, OH, United States

    Take a 13-mile guided hike with the Park Naturalist around the Perimeter Trail. Hiking shoes are required. Dress in layers.  Bring water and snacks. Trails can be muddy.

  • Nature Scavenger Hunt for Kids

    Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, OH, United States

    Join the park naturalist as we explore nature with our scavenger hunt. Stay as a group or explore on your own with your family. Dress for the weather. Wear layers and sturdy shoes.

  • Friday Fitness Through Nature

    Hopewell Day Lodge Middletown Road, Waynesville, Ohio

    Explore nature while getting exercise outdoors. Meet the naturalist for a 5 mile guided hike starting from the Day Lodge. Discover and discuss wildlife along the way.