Learn about birds of prey you may see in the park Meet our hawk and owl wildlife ambassadors up close Meet at Pioneer Village

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

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

Discover nature around you during a fun scavenger hunt with the naturalist Children must be accompanied by adults Meet at the campground shelter house

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 …

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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 …

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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

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

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

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