NCACC

Sunset Meditation on the Beach
2025-06-21 20:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Caesar Creek Public Beach, 8570 E State Route 73, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Join us for a meditative time focused on wellness through nature
Bring a chair or towel to sit on
We’ll begin with a small group discussion followed by individual meditation time
Powered in partnership with the UC Osher Center
Meet at the Public Beach

Cicada Origami in the Campground
2025-06-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Meet the naturalist to learn about cicadas
Make and take origami cicadas
Meet at the campground shelter house

Wildlife Walk in the Campground
2025-06-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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

Wellness and the Magic of the Night
2025-06-28 21:00 - 22:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Discover lighting bugs, galaxies and other the magic of the night in partnership with Dark Sky International
Learn why dark skies are important
Explore ways you can help reduce light pollution
Join the park naturalist to take a closer look at the stars and the night sky
Dress for the weather
Meet near the campground shelter house

Kayak / Canoe Wildlife Excursion in the Campground
2025-06-29 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-05 10:30 - 12:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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
Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet
Length of excursions will vary
Weather dependent
Fun for the whole family
Meet at the Yak Shack near the Campground Boat Ramp. Free

Stand-Up Paddle Board in the Campground, Session One, Additional sessions added as needed
2025-06-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-05 13:00 - 14:30 | Caesar Creek Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
All participants go through instructions near the SUP HUT together starting at 1pm. Then we will continue additional on water sessions throughout the afternoon to get everyone through
Arrive early to sign waivers and get fitted for lifejackets
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 stand-up paddle boarding
Meet at the SUP Hut near the Campground Boat Ramp
Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet
The length of excursions will vary
Equipment and instruction provided. Equipment is limited
First come, first serve
Weather dependent
Meet at the campground boat ramp, SUP Hut. Free

Stand-Up Paddle Board in the Campground, Session Two, Additional sessions added as needed
2025-06-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
All participants go through instructions near the SUP HUT together starting at 1pm. Then we will continue additional water sessions throughout the afternoon to get everyone through
Arrive early to sign waivers and get fitted for lifejackets
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 stand-up paddle boarding
Meet at the SUP Hut near the Campground Boat Ramp
Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet
The length of excursions will vary
Equipment and instruction provided. Equipment is limited
First come, first serve
Weather dependent
Meet at the campground boat ramp, SUP Hut. Free

Land Stewardship. Natives vs Invasives
2025-07-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-07-24 09:30 - 23:00 | Pioneer Village, 3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
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 efforts alongside us; not expected. Bring boots and gloves if you’d like to join us
The Nature Center is not open due to renovations. There is a portajohn onsite.
Weather dependent
Length of sessions vary
Park at Pioneer Village and walk across the road

Fitness Hike
2025-07-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Hopewell Day Lodge, Middletown Road, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Join the naturalist for a five mile guided fitness hike
This moderately challenging trail has a stream crossing and a few hills
Trails can be muddy
Meet at the Day Lodge

Birds of Prey
2025-07-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Pioneer Village, 3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
Learn about birds of prey you may see in the park
Meet our hawk and owl wildlife ambassadors up close
Meet at Pioneer Village

Fishing Fun For Kids
2025-07-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Kids, bring your parents! Borrow one of our poles. We’ll cast, rig a pole, tie knots and more
We will not be fishing in the lake. We will be set up with casting plugs in the grass
Meet at the campground shelter house

Eagles and Ospreys Shoreline Walk
2025-07-04 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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

Nature Scavenger Hunt in the Campground
2025-07-05 09:30 - 10:30 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
Discover nature around you during a fun scavenger hunt with the naturalist
Children must be accompanied by adults
Meet at the campground shelter house

Outdoor Skills in the Campground Shelter House
2025-07-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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

Dragons in the Sky
2025-07-10 13:00 - 14:00 | 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

Geology of Caesar Creek in the Campground
2025-07-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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

Invasive Species Program at the Boat Ramp with Conserve Ohio
2025-07-12 10:00 - 14:00 | North Pool Boat Ramp
Meet the naturalist to learn about invasive species you may encounter while boating
Discover ways you can help keep the waterways healthy and sustainable
Meet at the North Pool Boat Ramp

Family Wildlife Walk in the Campground
2025-07-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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

Wildlife Discovery Walk in the Campground
2025-07-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Shelter House, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068

Colorful Sunsets and Magic of the Night
2025-07-25 20:00 - 21:00 | Caesar Creek 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
2025-07-25 21:00 - 22:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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

Kayak / Canoe Wildlife Excursion in the Campground
2025-07-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Caesar Creek Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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 excursions will vary
Weather dependent
Fun for the whole family
Meet at the Yak Shack near the Campground Boat Ramp. Free

Stand-Up Paddle Board in the Campground, Session One, additional sessions added as needed
2025-07-26 13:00 - 14:30 | Caesar Creek Campground Boat Ramp, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, Ohio, 45068
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 stand-up paddle boarding
Meet at the SUP Hut near the Campground Boat Ramp
Wear water shoes (not flip-flops) and clothes that can get wet
The length of excursions will vary
Equipment and instruction provided. Equipment is limited
First come, first serve
Weather dependent
Meet at the campground boat ramp, SUP Hut. Free

Birds of Prey
2025-08-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Pioneer Village, 3999 Pioneer Village Road, Waynesville, Ohio, 45068
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
