Events

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Snakes, coyotes, spiders, and more might seem scary… but are they really? Join us to discover the truth behind these misunderstood animals. Meet at the …

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2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Go behind the scenes and discover what it takes to care for birds of prey. Participants will learn about daily raptor care, safe handling routings, …

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2:00 pm – 4:00 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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10:00 am – 12:00 pm Start your morning around the campfire with a cozy nature-themed craft. Feel free to bring a cup of coffee or breakfast (not provided), come and …

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1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Stop by the Caesar Creek Nature Center to explore cool rocks and fossils, learning how they formed and what they reveal about Earth’s history. Sessions …

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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 …

Read more "The Science of Light – Rainbows and Prisms"

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 …

Read more "Mystery Animal Meet and Greet"

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 …

Read more "Nature on Wheels"

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: …

Read more "Meet the Raptor"