Birding in the Campground
Caesar Creek Campground 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio• Join the Naturalist for a slow-pace, one-mile guided walk. • Learn about native Ohio birds and why they are important.
• Join the Naturalist for a slow-pace, one-mile guided walk. • Learn about native Ohio birds and why they are important.
Learn how the wind can be harnessed as a source of energy.
Make your own pinwheel. Test different designs to see which can harness the most energy.
• Being outside is good for your overall health and wellness. In fact, environmental wellness is recognized as one of the eight dimensions of your health. Join us for a gentle float with OSU Extension and the Park Naturalist as we talk about wellness, the impact nature can have on our health, and how to […]
Join us as we take an up-close look at our Wildlife Ambassadors. Meet Stryker the Red-tailed hawk and Scout the Screech owl. Learn about our bird conservation efforts and ways you can help from home.
Learn about pollinators and other important insects you may see around the park. Learn about the native plants they pollinate and how you can help.
Get creative! Deepen your connection with nature by creating art using natural and sustainable material. Learn how to wood burn a piece you are proud of in 5 minutes Bring your own woodburning supplies or borrow one of ours. Our supplies are limited to 5 people.. Relax while getting in tune with the sounds of […]
• Join the Naturalist for a moderate 3 mile guided hike. See Pioneer Village, Horseshoes Falls and the Swinging Bridge. Discover wildlife along the way. • Dress for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes. Trails can be muddy.
Equipment and instruction provided. Free. Must be on-site before 1pm to register and participate. Fun for the whole family.
• Bring any excess compost to swap. We will look at compost projects started at the Nature Center earlier in the summer and discuss how to maintain compost in the long term. • Please keep any compost to a small amount someone could transport home in their car.
Talk a walk around Nature Center, talking about biodiversity and how it is important for a sustainable world. Explore the different habitats nearby.
• Join us for a ‘Once in a Blue Moon’ experience as we watch the sunset and the moonrise from the lake from canoes and kayaks. • Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet. Length of excursions will vary. Equipment and instruction will be provided. Equipment is limited. First come, first […]