Participants must be onsite by 10:30 am to participate Early arrival is recommended All equipment and instruction provided Equipment is limited. First come, first serve Learn the basics of canoeing and kayaking Meet at the Yak Shack near the Campground Boat Ramp Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet Length of …

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Additional sessions will be added as needed. We will continue sessions throughout the afternoon to get everyone through Arrive early to sign waivers and get fitted for life jackets All participants must be registered before 1pm to participate Participants who arrive after 1pm will not be permitted Instruction begins at 1pm Learn the basics of …

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Join the Naturalist to practice outdoor skills. Learn to build a fire with flint and steel, how to navigate the woods, how to set up shelter in an emergency and survival skills with natural resources. Topic details will be based on weather and participants Meet at the campground shelter house

Meet our hawk and owl up close Learn about birds you may see and why they are important No seating available. Feel welcome to bring a chair if you’d like Meet at Pioneer Village

Join the naturalist for a refreshing 5-mile guided hike This moderately challenging trail has one stream crossing and a few hills Trails can be muddy Meet at the Day Lodge

Moths are Beautiful! See them up close and learn why they are important during this partner program with Army Corps of Engineers Meet at the Visitor Center located near the dam

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 native and invasive species, and how they affect wildlife Discover ways to remove invasive species through discussion and observation Participation is welcomed if you’d like to try invasive removal …

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Meet the naturalist for a one-mile guided hike on the scenic Lakeshore View Trail Learn about wildlife in the park Meet at the campground shelter house

Watch the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower with us on the beach. Enjoy star-gazing, family games, a bonfire, and more! Fun for the whole family. Meet partner astronomy organizations, such as The Miami Vally Astronomical Society and Dark Sky Ohio Food and drinks will be available through the NCACC. All funds raised support our …

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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 native and invasive species, and how they affect wildlife Discover ways to remove invasive species through discussion and observation Participation is welcomed if you’d like to try invasive removal …

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