Friday May 29

2:00 PM *JEWELED DRAGONS – Join the naturalist for a closer look at Hocking’s not so mythical dragonflies & damselflies.  These flying, crawling & swimming insects lead an amazing life that we can peak in on.  Meet at the main playground in the camp (near site# 143) for a short stroll down to Rose Lake.

9:00 PM *HISTORIC LANTERN TOUR of ASH CAVE- The mystery of Ash Cave is special as far back as the last Ice Age and beyond.  Join the naturalist in the parking lot area to explore Ash Cave by lantern light and learn this special history first hand.  We supply the lights…you supply the imagination. (Please no pets at the lantern tour)

Saturday May 30

9:00 AM *TRAIL TROLLS PROJECT DAY – We will meet at Rock House shelter house.  Bring a sack lunch and a drink and dress for the weather.  For more information about the Trail Trolls contact the naturalist office at (740) 385-8003.

June

Wednesday June 3

10:00 AM * WEEKLY 5-STAR HIKE SERIES: OLD MAN’S CAVE (visitor center)– Each week we pick a new location to explore.  Check the location on the front of the schedule and meet the naturalist in that area’s main parking location.

 

Thursday June 4

2:00 PM *SCALAWAGS & RENEGADES - The Ohio Frontier was full of heroes and shady characters.  Meet at the Shelter House at the Rock House to hike and explore our local history.

 

Friday June 5

2:00 PM FURS, FEATHERS, FEET & FANGS – Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin to discover the many special wildlife adaptations and discuss how to search for signs of the many species here at Hocking Hills. 

 

9:00 PM *ASH CAVE NIGHT HIKE - Take a stroll under towering Hemlocks as the magic of twilight settles on the Hocking Forests.  Meet at the parking area for Ash Cave.  (Please, no pets at the night hike.)

 

Saturday June 6

*Hike the Gorge for National Trail Day

Saturday June 6, 2009 at 1:00 PM

Bring along a cool drink and join Hocking Hills State Park to celebrate National Trail Day.  Meet with the Hocking Hills naturalist at the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center.

 

4:00 PM *SURVIVAL OHIO STYLE – Come to the naturalist cabin and put your skills to the test.  Or, just come and cheer on your favorite team!

 

9:00 PM MOVIES in the CAMPGROUND - Come to the amphitheater located near the pool area and main shower house in the campground and enjoy a family fun movie under the stars.

 

Wednesday June 10

10:00 AM * WEEKLY 5-STAR HIKE SERIES: ASH CAVE - Each week we pick a new location to explore.  Check the location on the front of the schedule and meet the naturalist in that area’s main parking location.

 

Thursday June 11

2:00 PM *JEWELED DRAGONS – Join the naturalist for a closer look at Hocking’s not so mythical dragonflies & damselflies.  These flying, crawling & swimming insects lead an amazing life that we can peek in on.  Meet at the main playground in the camp (near site# 143) for a short stroll down to Rose Lake.

 

Friday June 12

2:00 PM *FAMILY NATURE ADVENTURES – Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world.  Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave visitor center.  Each day brings a new adventure!

 

7:00 PM *ROSE LAKE CANOE EXCURSION – Join the naturalist and the ‘HOCKING HILLS CANOE LIVERY’ for a naturalist guided trip around Rose Lake.  The trip will take approx. 1 hour and will cover many aspects of canoeing safely while we search the lake for wildlife.  Space is limited so you must pre-register at the camp office prior to the event!  We will meet at the dam at Rose Lake

 

Saturday June 13

2:00 PM HOCKING’S BIRDS OF PREY - Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin for a closer look at Ohio’s winged predators.

 

3:00 PM NATURALIST CABIN “OPEN” - Join the naturalist down at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center to explore and ask questions.

 

9:00 PM MOVIES in the CAMPGROUND - Come to the amphitheater located near the pool area and main shower house in the campground and enjoy a family fun movie under the stars.

 

Wednesday June 17

10:00 AM *STREAM STOMPIN’ – Bring along your wading shoes and meet the naturalist at the shelter house at Ash Cave for a closer look at some of our aquatic residents.

 

Thursday June 18

9:00 PM *HISTORIC LANTERN TOUR of ASH CAVE- The mystery of Ash Cave is special as far back as the last Ice Age and beyond.  Join the naturalist in the parking lot area to explore Ash Cave by lantern light and learn this special history first hand.  We supply the lights…you supply the imagination. (Please no pets at the lantern tour)

  

Friday June 19

9:00 PM *HAUNTED HOCKING: Spirits of Rock House - Is Rock House really haunted or could it be something else?   Join the naturalist at the Rock House shelter house to explore the possibilities.  (This program does contain ghost stories…parents; you know your children best and should decide if it is appropriate.  Please, no pets at Haunted Hocking.)

 

 Saturday June 20

3:00 PM PRINTING WITH NATURE – Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center to learn how to make your own nature prints using natural objects and ink.  All materials provided.  Hey kids, for a special treat bring along $6 and do your printing on your very own souvenir T-shirt.  (T-shirt not required to participate)

 

4:00 PM NATURALIST CABIN “OPEN” - Join the naturalist down at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center to explore and ask questions.

 

9:00 PM MOVIES in the CAMPGROUND - Come to the amphitheater located near the pool area and main shower house in the campground and enjoy a family fun movie under the stars.

 

Wednesday June 24

10:00 AM * WEEKLY 5-STAR HIKE SERIES: CEDAR FALLS – Each week we pick a new location to explore.  Check the location on the front of the schedule and meet the naturalist in that area’s main parking location.

 

2:00 PM *FAMILY NATURE ADVENTURES – Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world.  Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave visitor center.  Each day brings a new adventure!

 

Thursday June 25

9:00 PM *HISTORIC LANTERN TOUR of ASH CAVE- The mystery of Ash Cave is special as far back as the last Ice Age and beyond.  Join the naturalist in the parking lot area to explore Ash Cave by lantern light and learn this special history first hand.  We supply the lights…you supply the imagination. (Please no pets at the lantern tour)

 

Friday June 26

2:00 PM PRINTING WITH NATURE – Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center to learn how to make your own nature prints using natural objects and ink.  All materials provided.  Hey kids, for a special treat bring along $6 and do your printing on your very own souvenir T-shirt.  (T-shirt not required to participate)

 

9:00 PM CAMPFIRE ON THE EXPEDITION TRAIL – Bring along a lawn chair or blanket and come share in the fun!! Located behind the park and naturalist office.

 

Saturday June 27

9:00 AM *TRAIL TROLLS PROJECT DAY – We will meet at the Family Camp parking area near Old Man’s Cave.  Bring a sack lunch and a drink and dress for the weather.  For more information about the Trail Trolls or to sign up, contact the naturalist office at (740) 385-8003 ext.213.