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nature education

August 1 2025

Furs and Feet

nature education, wildlife programs for kids, Ohio mammals, hands-on family fun

Meet the Naturalist at the Deer Creek Nature Center to learn about Ohio mammals, feel real animal furs, and identify their tracks. Make a custom field guide to take home.
Contact: McKenzie Kitchen (mckenzie.kitchen@dnr.ohio.gov)

July 9 2025

Animal Homes Scavenger Hunt

nature education, trails, kids activity, scavenger hunt, wildlife, aw marion

Explore the Bear Corn Trail on a family-friendly scavenger hunt to discover how and where animals live. A fun and educational outdoor adventure.
Meet at the picnic table in front of the Camp Office.
Contact: Rylee Clift, rylee.clift@dnr.ohio.gov

November 8 2024

Great Backyard Bird Count (Day 2)

Pickaway County Park District, Outdoor Event, family-friendly, nature education, February event, Great Backyard Bird Count, Citizen Science, bird observation, wildlife conservation 0

Continue the Great Backyard Bird Count with Naturalist Meghan Ellis at Park District Headquarters.

November 8 2024

Winter Tree ID

Outdoor Event, family-friendly, Winter Tree ID, tree identification, nature education, winter hike, January event, Pickaway County Park District 0

Explore tree identification with Naturalist Meghan Ellis. Learn about tree bark characteristics in winter.