Events

7:00 pm – 7:30 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

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 …

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Join us for fall themed programs in the campground. See separate flyer for details. Park Naturalist Erin Shaw

1:00 pm – 2:00 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 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: …

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3:00 pm – 5:00 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

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Gather around the campfire as we separate fact from fiction about some of Ohio’s most misunderstood wildlife. From owls and bats to snakes, spiders, and coyotes, we’ll share folklore, tell stories, and uncover the science behind these amazing animals. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

10:00 am – 11:00 am Join us during the peak of fall migration for this beginner-friendly birding program where we’ll explore the fascinating world of birds and learn how to identify common species in our area. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Join us for a ~5-mile guided hike on Spillway trail. Learn about wildlife and park history on the way. Closed-toed shoes, appropriate clothes, and water recommended. Meet at the Cowan Lake Spillway Parking Lot on the west side of the lake. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

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 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: …

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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 the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp