Events

7:30 pm – 8:00 pm Discover the fascinating world of Ohio’s vultures! Learn how to identify black and turkey vultures, uncover their important role as nature’s cleanup crew, and separate …

Read more "Buzzards and Beyond"

8:30 pm – 9:30 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 …

Read more "Night Hike"

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Join us to meet our wildlife ambassadors up close, learn about their unique adaptations, and if timing allows, watch them enjoy a feeding! Meet at …

Read more "Cowan’s Critters"

10:00 am – 10:45 am Nature has inspired art for thousands of years. Join us as we use charcoal to sketch leaves, wildlife, or landscapes found in the park. Take …

Read more "Stories in Charcoal"

11:00 am – 12:00 pm In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, explore a display of Native American stone tools and artifacts while learning about their craftmanship and uses. Meet at …

Read more "Echoes in Stone: Indigenous Peoples’ Day"

9:30am – 11:00 am Meet the naturalist, volunteers and partner organizations as we continue efforts to restore the area around the Nature Center to native habitat Learn how to identify …

Read more "Giving Back to the Wild – Land Stewardship"

11:00 am – 12:00 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 …

Read more "Tree Trek: Fall Foliage"

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Join us as we discover ways to make shadow puppets with flashlights. Learn about wildlife and adaptation Meet at the Caesar Creek Nature Center. Park …

Read more "Nature Shapes and Shadows"

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join us to learn about local amphibians and reptiles with a chance to meet some of our wildlife ambassadors up close. Meet at the Cowan …

Read more "Scales and Tails"

10:00 am – 4:00 pm Join the Park Naturalist for a 13-mile guided long-distance hike covering the scenic trails around the southwest perimeter loop. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a …

Read more "Perimeter Hike"