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SUMMARY:Aquatic Invasive Species Kayak Excursion
DESCRIPTION:Paddle Deer Creek Lake with an ODNR naturalist and learn how aquatic invasive species affect Ohio lakes and waterways. This free Deer Creek State Park kayak excursion is beginner friendly\, no experience needed\, and all kayak equipment is provided. Participants must be 11 or older (under 18 accompanied by an adult) and stay under the 250 lb combined equipment load limit. A signed liability waiver is required. Space is limited to 5 participants and fills first come\, first serve. To register\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/aquatic-invasive-species-kayak-excursion/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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SUMMARY:Critters and Cones
DESCRIPTION:Meet Deer Creek State Park’s animal ambassador and learn about Ohio wildlife at this free family friendly naturalist program. Held in the Deer Creek Lodge and Conference Center lobby\, this event is a fun\, low-key way to get up close with local animals. Ice cream is available for purchase from the lodge gift shop\, but no purchase is necessary to meet the animal. For more information\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/critters-and-cones-4/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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SUMMARY:Kayak Excursion
DESCRIPTION:Explore Deer Creek Lake on this free\, guided kayak excursion with an ODNR naturalist near Mount Sterling\, Ohio. No kayaking experience is necessary and all equipment is provided. Participants must be 11 or older (under 18 accompanied by an adult) and stay under the 250 lb combined equipment load limit. A signed liability waiver is required\, and space is limited to 5 participants\, first come\, first serve. To register\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/kayak-excursion-9/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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SUMMARY:Standup Paddleboard Excursion
DESCRIPTION:Try standup paddleboarding on Deer Creek Lake with an ODNR naturalist at this free\, beginner friendly excursion. No SUP experience is needed and all equipment is provided. Participants must be 11 or older (under 18 accompanied by an adult)\, and a signed liability waiver is required. Space is limited to 5 participants and fills first come\, first serve. To register\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/standup-paddleboard-excursion/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T173000
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SUMMARY:Beginners' Fishing
DESCRIPTION:Learn to cast\, reel\, and read the water at this free beginners’ fishing program on Hargus Lake with an A.W. Marion State Park naturalist. Whether you’re brand new to fishing or just want a refresher\, basic fishing supplies are available\, or bring your own gear and bait. Anglers 16 and older must carry a valid Ohio fishing license. Meet the naturalist at the A.W. Marion State Park Marina picnic area in Circleville\, Ohio. For questions or to confirm details\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/beginners-fishing/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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SUMMARY:Standup Paddleboard Excursion
DESCRIPTION:Try standup paddleboarding on Deer Creek Lake with an ODNR naturalist at this free\, beginner friendly excursion. No SUP experience is needed and all equipment is provided. Participants must be 11 or older (under 18 accompanied by an adult)\, and a signed liability waiver is required. Space is limited to 5 participants and fills first come\, first serve. To register\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/standup-paddleboard-excursion-2/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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SUMMARY:Standup Paddleboard Excursion
DESCRIPTION:Try standup paddleboarding on Deer Creek Lake with an ODNR naturalist at this free\, beginner friendly excursion. No SUP experience is needed and all equipment is provided. Participants must be 11 or older (under 18 accompanied by an adult)\, and a signed liability waiver is required. Space is limited to 5 participants and fills first come\, first serve. To register\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/standup-paddleboard-excursion-3/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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SUMMARY:Beginners' Archery
DESCRIPTION:Try archery for the first time at this free\, family friendly program at Deer Creek State Park’s Nature Center. All equipment is provided along with hands-on instruction from an archery instructor\, making it a great pick for beginners of any age. A signed liability waiver and enclosed shoes are required\, and participants must attend the 4:30pm safety brief before shooting begins. To register or ask questions\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/beginners-archery/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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SUMMARY:Rich VanHorn Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hike the Rich Van Horn Trail with a Deer Creek State Park naturalist on this free\, guided nature hike. The 1-mile\, mostly wooded trail offers lake views and circles a pond\, with rooty\, sometimes muddy sections\, so enclosed footwear and weather-appropriate gear are recommended\, along with water and a snack. Park at the Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center; the naturalist will meet hikers at the picnic tables by the trailhead. For more details\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/rich-vanhorn-trail-hike/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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SUMMARY:Can it Compost?
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of composting at this free program at the Deer Creek State Park Nature Center. A naturalist will walk through what can and can’t go in your home compost\, helping reduce food waste and build fertile soil for gardens and flowerbeds. Take home a list of compostable items and composter ideas you can use right away. For more information\, contact naturalist Rylee Santini at rylee.santini@dnr.ohio.gov.
URL:https://pickaway.com/event/can-it-compost-2/
LOCATION:Deer Creek State Park\, 20635 State Park Road 20\, Mount Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Programs,Community
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