Fly Your Kite with Birds at the Beach
2025-05-08 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Public Beach, 8570 E State Route 73, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Join the Naturalist to learn about flight in wind, weather and feathers. Take a closer look at how birds fly as they migrate in spring.
Bring your kite as we compare shapes to bird wings that create lift needed for flight.
People of all ages and abilities are welcome.
Meet at the public beach shelter house.

How to identify Trees and Plants in the Campground
2025-05-10 13:00 - 13:45 | Campground Amphitheater, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Learn different ways to identify trees and plants in the park. Join us for a presentation followed by a hands-on demonstration.
Dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Meet at the campground amphitheater.

Mother’s Day Wildflower Walk in the Campground
2025-05-10 14:00 - 15:30 | Campground Amphitheater, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Meet the naturalist for a one-mile guided hike to learn about spring wildflowers.
Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Meet at the campground amphitheater.

Fossil Hunt
2025-05-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Spillway Parking lot, N. Clarksville Road, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Dress for the weather
Meet the naturalist in the Spillway parking lot near the dam

See Seymore The Giant Sycamore
2025-05-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Caesar Creek State Park Wildlife Area Parking, Roxanna New Burlington Rd, Xenia, Ohio, 45385
Join the naturalist for a one-mile walk guided walk to see the largest tree in the park
Meet at Roxanna-New Burlington Wildlife Area parking lot

Night Hike in the Campground
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Join the park naturalist for a one-mile guided night hike in the campground.
Bring a flashlight. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Meet at the campground shelter house, located near the boat ramp.

Wear It at the Marina
2025-05-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Caesar Creek Marina, 8574 OH-73, Waynesville, OHIO, 45068
Meet park staff and volunteers for information and family fun focused on water safety
Meet at the Marina

Night Sky Tour
2025-05-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Join the park naturalist to take a closer look at constellations and the night sky.
Bring your binoculars or borrow one of ours.
Dress for the weather.
Weather dependent.
Check our facebook page the day of the event for confirmation – Caesar Creek State Park facebook page.
Meet near the campground boat ramp.

Nature Scavenger Hunt in the Campground
2025-05-24 09:30 - 10:00 | Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Discover nature around you during a fun scavenger hunt with the naturalist
Children must be accompanied by adults
Meet at the campground shelter house

Kayak / Canoe Wildlife Excursion in the Campground
2025-05-24 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-06-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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
Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet
Length of excursions will vary
Weather dependent
Fun for the whole family
Meet at the Yak Shack near the Campground Boat Ramp. Free

Stand-Up Paddle Board in the Campground, Session One, Additional sessions added as needed
2025-05-24 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-06-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
All participants go through instructions near the SUP HUT together starting at 1pm. Then we will continue additional on water sessions throughout the afternoon to get everyone through
Arrive early to sign waivers and get fitted for lifejackets
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 stand-up paddle boarding
Meet at the SUP Hut near the Campground Boat Ramp
Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet
The length of excursions will vary
Equipment and instruction provided. Equipment is limited
First come, first serve
Weather dependent
Meet at the campground boat ramp, SUP Hut. Free

Stand-Up Paddle Board in the Campground, Session Two, Additional sessions added as needed
2025-05-24 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-06-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
All participants go through instructions near the SUP HUT together starting at 1pm. Then we will continue additional water sessions throughout the afternoon to get everyone through
Arrive early to sign waivers and get fitted for lifejackets
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 stand-up paddle boarding
Meet at the SUP Hut near the Campground Boat Ramp
Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet
The length of excursions will vary
Equipment and instruction provided. Equipment is limited
First come, first serve
Weather dependent
Meet at the campground boat ramp, SUP Hut. Free

Cicada Crafts in the Campground
2025-05-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Do you know why cicadas are important?
Join us for a craft with the naturalist
Fun for the whole family
Meet at the campground shelter house, located near the boat ramp

Evening Wildlife Walk in the Campground
2025-05-25 20:00 - 21:00 | Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Join the park naturalist for a one-mile guided night hike in the campground
Bring a flashlight. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather
Meet at the campground shelter house, located near the boat ramp

Night Sky Tour in the Campground
2025-05-25 21:00 - 22:00 | Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Meet the naturalist to learn about galaxies, planets and constellations.
Bring binoculars, telescopes or one look through ours
Objects can be seen without equipment. Simply look up!
Meet near the campground boat ramp parking lot

Birds of Prey
2025-05-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Pioneer Village, 3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Meet our hawk and owl up close
Learn about birds you may see and why they are important
No seating available. Feel welcome to bring a chair if you’d like
Meet at Pioneer Village

Cemeteries of Caesar Creek Driving Tour
2025-06-06 13:00 - 17:00 | Pioneer Village, 3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Learn park history and discover places in the park you may have never seen before on a guided driving tour with the park naturalist
Follow in your own vehicle as we drive to locations and take short walks along the way
Meet at Pioneer Village

Lightning Bugs and Things That Glow in the Campground
2025-06-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Did you know we have twenty-four species of lightning bugs in Ohio? Meet the park naturalist to learn more
Join us for a fun game of flashlight tag
This program is in partnership with Dark Sky International
Meet at the campground shelter house

Legends of the Sky and Stargazing
2025-06-06 21:00 - 22:30 | Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Join the park naturalist to take a closer look at constellations and the night sky
Bring your binoculars or borrow one of ours
Dress for the weather
Meet near the campground boat ramp

Take A Hike Day Event with Buckeye Trail Association
2025-06-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Caesar Creek Marina, 8574 OH-73, Waynesville, OHIO, 45068
Join us for a guided hike along the Buckeye Trail from the Marina to Furnas Shores and return
Meet at the Marina

Cicada Origami in the Campground
2025-06-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Meet the naturalist to learn about cicadas
Make and take origami cicadas
Meet at the campground shelter house

Wildlife Walk in the Campground
2025-06-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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

Wellness Walk in the Campground
2025-06-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Meet the naturalist for a one-mile guided hike on the scenic Lakeshore View Trail
Focus on wellness through nature
Trails can be muddy
Meet at the campground shelter house

Juneteenth Wellness Walk
2025-06-19 14:00 - 15:00 | 50 springs group camp, State Route 73, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Join the naturalist for a three-mile guided walk focused on wellness through nature
Learn about wildlife and park history along the way
Meet at 50 Springs Group Camp, first parking lot on the left

Longest Day Perimeter Trail Hike
2025-06-20 10:00 - 16:30 | Pioneer Village, 3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Join the Park Naturalist for a guided 13-mile hike around the Perimeter Trail during the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. ‘The Longest Day Hike’ is a nationwide event for Alzheimer’s awareness
Learn about wildlife and park history along the way
Bring a small pack with water and snacks
Meet at Pioneer Village

Youth Fishing Derby
2025-06-21 08:00 - 14:00 | Caesar Creek Youth Pond
Registration for the Youth Fishing Derby starts at 8:am. Fishing starts at 9:00 am
This special event is in partnership with Massie Township
Bring your own pole or borrow one of ours
Bring your own bait. Some bait will be provided
Bring lawn chairs and shade umbrellas
The Youth Fishing Derby is for children under the age of fifteen. Parents may assist when needed. Children must be accompanied by a licensed adult
Meet the naturalist and volunteers. Optional – Visit our four learning stations; casting, pole rigging, local information and fish handling
Fun for the whole family
Check the park facebook page for more information as the date gets closer
Meet at the Youth Pond, located near the Marina

Sunset on the Beach Nature Wellness Walk
2025-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Public Beach, 8570 E State Route 73, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Join us for a slow-paced walk focused on wellness through nature
Powered in partnership with the UC Osher Center
Meet at the Public Beach
