Events

10:00 am – 11:00 am Meet the Naturalist for a guided tour of the Nature Center, and a chance to meet some of our wildlife ambassadors up close. Learn about …

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1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Discover the colorful science behind one of nature’s most familiar mysteries. In this hands-on program, we’ll explore how …

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2:30 pm – 3:00 pm Meet one of our animal ambassadors during this special surprise encounter! Join us for a short meet-and-greet, and discover the unique adaptations, behaviors, and role …

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4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Keep an eye out for the Naturalist and her nature wagon as it travels through the Cowan Lake campground! Stop by anytime to discover fascinating …

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7:00 pm – 7:30 pm Meet our feathered wildlife ambassador up close! Learn about raptors you may see in the park. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: …

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8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Experience the park after sunset as your senses come alive. Flashlights are welcome, but I challenge you to let your eyes adjust and discover how …

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Join us for fall themed programs in the campground. See separate flyer for details. Park Naturalist Erin Shaw

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Take a walk through the vibrant colors of autumn as we explore the trees that make fall so spectacular. Learn why leaves change color, discover …

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3:00 pm – 5:00 pm An introduction to archery for all ages! Equipment and instruction provided. Must be present at the beginning of the program to be able to participate. …

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7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Gather around the campfire as we separate fact from fiction about some of Ohio’s most misunderstood wildlife. From owls and bats to snakes, spiders, and …

Read more "Campfire Stories and Wildlife Myths"