Native or Invasive?

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw for a hands-on learning experience as look through branches, seeds, pinecones and more to determine if it’s native or not. Dress for the weather.

Holiday Traditions

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw. Give the gift of sustainability by bringing nature into the holidays! Join us for a presentation from the Park Naturalist as she shows examples of […]

Holiday Traditions

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw. Give the gift of sustainability by bringing nature into the holidays! Join us for a presentation from the Park Naturalist as she shows examples of […]

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 […]

Guided Winter Hike

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw for a moderate 3-mile hike to Fifty Springs and back, this is a general naturalist hike, all ages welcome. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, dress […]

Woodworking & Eco-Art

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Get creative! Deepen your connection with nature by creating art using natural and sustainable material. Learn how to wood burn a piece you are proud of in 5 minutes Bring […]

Dark Nights and Bright Stars

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join the Naturalist to learn why dark nights are important. Discover ways to navigate with the stars using star charts. Learn ways you can help our Dark Sky conservation efforts […]

Winter Solstice Moon Hike

Nature Center 4006 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw for a guided moderate 3-mile night hike through Pioneer Village to Horseshoe Falls, across the Swinging Bridge and back.  Bring a flashlight.  Wear sturdy shoes, […]

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 participate.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]