Events

9:00 AM–11:00 AM Discover local flora and fauna on a two-mile guided hike with the park naturalist. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center Park Naturalist Erin Shaw

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Join us to search for ancient fossils in the spillway while learning about these fascinating creatures of the Ordovician period. If you’d like to take …

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2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join us to discover how to identify different animal scats and tracks, followed by a short, guided hike to practice your skills in the field. …

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5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Join us for a peaceful walk in the woods to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11th. As we move quietly through the …

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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 …

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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 …

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10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us for a relaxing kayaking excursion! All equipment will be provided. Must be present at the beginning of the program to be able to …

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2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join us to discover the fascinating world of the pawpaw, North America’s largest native fruit! Learn how this unique tree supports wildlife, and the important …

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10:00 am – 11:30 am Join us for a relaxing kayaking excursion! All equipment will be provided. Must be present at the beginning of the program to be able to …

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1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join us for a beginner’s course on stand-up paddleboards! All equipment will be provided. Must be present at the beginning of the program to be …

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