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 much the night has to offer. We’ll listen to nocturnal wildlife, explore the darkness, and see nature from a whole new perspective. Meet at the …
10:00 am – 11:00 am 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 how to identify common tree species, and enjoy the beauty of the season on this guided hike. Meet at the Cowan Lake Commissary Park Naturalist: …
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 Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp
1:30 pm-3:00 pm Meet the Naturalist for a guided tour of the Nature Center. We will focus on different things each time. Learn about wildlife you may see in the park. Meet at the Caesar Creek Nature Center Park Naturalist: Erin Shaw
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. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp
10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us to dedicate the trail to honor veterans and first responders from Clinton County. Attendees can walk the trail and read the stories of local heroes along the way. All are welcome to celebrate and honor our heroes. An ODNR America 250 event. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature …
4:30 pm – 5:00 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: Kaia Heitkamp
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Explore Lakeview Trail as the sun goes down. Look and listen to wildlife while enjoying the peaceful sights and sounds of the lake at dusk. Meet at the Cowan Lake Commissary Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp
See event flyer for details Join our Park Naturalist and the Corps of Engineers for a unique event celebrating owls and wonders of the night. Experience Owls in Flight with the Ohio School of Falconry for an up-close and in person experience with live owls. Meet at the Caesar Creek Visitor Center, located near the …
10:00 am – 11:00 am Join us for a winter tree trek and discover how to identify Ohio’s trees by their bark, buds, twigs, and other clues. We’ll explore the landscape together and see how much we can uncover even after the leaves are gone. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia …