Guided Winter Wildlife Discovery Hike

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw for a guided moderate 3-mile 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, bring water, dress for the weather. Trails can be muddy. Check the ‘Caesar Creek State Park’ Facebook page the morning […]

Nature Lover’s Book Club

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join us to discuss nature books with adults. Meet our park naturalist and OSUE Laura Stanton as we discuss “Walden”.

Birds and Books for Kids

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Experience nature through storybooks. Join the park naturalist as we read and discuss our favorites. This program is designed for kids. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Books and material covered based on participants.

Dark Skies and Bright Stars

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join the Naturalist to learn why dark skies are important. Discover ways to navigate with the stars. Learn how to help our Dark Sky conservation efforts from your home. Dress for the weather.

Night Hike, Winter Hike Series

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw for a moderate 3-mile night hike. Bring a flashlight. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, dress for the weather. Trails can be muddy.

Attracting Wildlife to your Backyard

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw. Discover native wildlife that may be in your backyard. Learn ways to attract native wildlife to your yard and understand why it’s important. People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate.

Meet Our Resident Animal Ambassadors

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join the Naturalist as we show our live resident wildlife ambassadors. Meet our snake, turtles, red tailed hawk and screech owl. Hear stories of why these animals are in the nature center. Learn ways you can help preserve Ohio native habitat.

Beans and Cornbread Winter Hike, Winter Hike Series

Wellman Meadows Boat Ramp

Moderate 3-mile hike, self-guided on a well-marked trail. Take an optional route to the Nature Center for bean soup, cornbread, and snacks, available as a fundraiser through the NCACC. This is a general hike, all ages welcome. Park in the Wellman Meadow Boat Ramp area (signs will be posted). Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, dress […]

Birds and Books for Kids

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Experience nature through storybooks. Join the park naturalist as we read and discuss our favorites. This program is designed for kids. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Books and material covered based on participants.

Raptor Feeding

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw. Discover what our resident wildlife ambassador raptors eat. People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to attend.

Birds of Prey

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw. Meet our resident red-tailed hawk and screech owl. Learn about birds you may see in the park. Discover ways you can help with our bird conservation efforts. Dress for the weather. People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to attend.