Events

Join us for a fun, family friendly game that explores how lightning bugs use flashing patterns to communicate. Participants will use flashlights to mimic firefly signals while learning how different …

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Join us for a ~1-mile guided hike to learn about this annual celebration, explore local habitats, and discover simple ways to care for the natural world. Meet at the Campground …

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Meet us at the Nature Center as we step into the legendary world of Robin Hood, the skilled archer of Sherwood Forest known for courage, adventure, and helping others. Participants …

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Did you know we have over 25 species of lightning bugs in Ohio? Join us to learn more about what kind of species we have and where to find them. …

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Join us for an evening to explore the magical world of fireflies. Learn about their life cycle, glowing signals, and the role they play in local ecosystems. Meet at the …

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Meet at the Nature Center. Fireflies light up summer nights in Ohio, but many species are starting to decline or still undocumented. Learn how you can help scientists track fireflies …

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Meet at the Nature Center for a hands-on firefly observation activity. We’ll carefully catch, observe, and release lightning bugs while learning basic identification tips, safe handling practices, and why these glowing …

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Registration for the Youth Fishing Derby starts at 8:00 am. Fishing starts at 9:00 am This special event is in partnership with Massie Township Bring your own pole or borrow …

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Stop by the Nature Center to explore cool rocks and fossils at a touch table, learning how they formed and what they reveal about Earth’s history. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

Join us for this Naturalist-led program to dive into the world of bugs. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp