Dragons in the Sky

Caesar Creek Youth Pond

What’s the best way to control mosquitoes? Dragons in the sky! Learn about dragonflies, their lifecycle and where to find them. Learn why these insects are important and ways you can help. Meet the naturalist as we search identification booklets and the shoreline to see these speedy and colorful creatures. Meet at the youth pond

Eagles and Ospreys Shoreline Walk

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Learn about bald eagles and where you may see them in the park Meet the naturalist for a one mile guided hike on the scenic Lakeshore View Trail Trails can be muddy Meet at the campground shelter house

Geology of Caesar Creek in the Campground

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Meet the naturalist to learn about the geology of Caesar Creek Join us for a hands-on identification activity Learn how to get a free collecting permit from the Corps of Engineers Meet at the campground shelter house

Family Wildlife Walk in the Campground

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

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

Outdoor Skills in the Campground Shelter House

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

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

Land Stewardship. Natives vs Invasives

Pioneer Village 3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio

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 …

Wildlife Discovery Walk in the Campground

Campground Shelter House 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

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

Colorful Sunsets and Magic of the Night

Campground Beach

Why are sunsets colorful? Learn about lightning bugs, glow worms and awe-inspiring phenomenon that happen at night starting with the sunset This program is in partnership with Dark Sky Ohio Bring a beach chair or towel to sit on Sunglasses, hat and bug spray recommended Meet at the campground beach

Legends of the Sky and Stargazing in the Campground

Campground Boat Ramp 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio

Join the park naturalist to take a closer look at the constellations and wonders of the night sky Bring your binoculars or borrow one of ours Equipment is not necessary. Simply look up! Dress for the weather Meet near the campground boat ramp