The Winter Nature Writing Workshop

OHIO Museum Complex and Kennedy Museum of Art 100 Ridges Cir, Athens, OH, United States

Join Emma Loomis-Amrhein on a guided nature writing workshop on The Ridges Loop Trail. Emma will lead you through various writing exercises that will help develop your writing skills as we hike through the preserve. The guided hike will provide inspiration for your own nature writing as you become familiar with the flora and fauna... Read More

$10 – $60

BRRRRR Oak Winter Hike

Burr Oak State Park 10220 Burr Oak Lodge Rd., Glouster, OH, United States

On February 11th, the Buckeye Trail Association will be holding the 11th annual BRRRRR Oak Winter Hike in partnership with Burr Oak State Park, Burr Oak Lodge & Conference Center, Burr Oak Alive! and Burr Oak Getaways. Join fellow hiking enthusiasts for a great day of hiking! Four hike options include the 1 mile interpretive... Read More

Free

A True Love Story of the American Beaver

Rural Action Trimble Office, 19627 Walnut St, Trimble, OH 45782 19627 Walnut St, Trimble, OH

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and love will be in the air as we tour the Trimble Community Forest which is home to a multi-generational family of Beavers. Beavers mate for life which is a rare trait for most mammals. Mating season runs from about January to March (right now!). This two hour... Read More

$10 – $60

Rural Action Watershed Group Owl Prowl

Burr Oak State Park Lodge 10660 Burr Oak Lodge Road, Glouster, OH, United States

DATE: FEBRUARY 22, 2023 TIME: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM LOCATION: Burr Oak State Park Lodge and Conference Center 10660 Burr Oak Lodge Rd, Glouster, OH 45732 Meet Rural Action's Watershed team at Burr Oak State Park Lodge and Conference Center to learn how Ohio owls benefit our watersheds and dissect an owl pellet. The... Read More

Free

OhioHealth UpBEAT History Group: Cherry Blossom Tour

The revered sakura, or cherry blossom, has been celebrated in landscapes, figure paintings and prints by artists from medieval Japan to Katsushika Hokusai and beyond. With the spring bloom of Ohio University’s iconic cherry trees approaching in the next few weeks, you are invited to embrace hanami, the traditional Japanese custom of “flower viewing,” by... Read More

Free

Rural Action Happy Hour at Little Fish

Little Fish Brewing Company 8675 Armitage Rd., Athens, OH, United States

Welcome spring with Rural Action staff at Little Fish Brewing Co., 8675 Armitage Rd in Athens, on Wednesday, March 22 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for our third Happy Hour event; a casual evening of good food and good company. This is a great opportunity to learn more about who we are, what we do, our programs, becoming a... Read More

Free

Sugarbush Farm Spring Break Day Camp

Sugarbush Farm 6675 Baker Road, Athens, OH, United States

Rural Action's Spring Break day camps focus on nature immersion, exploration, and fun in the outdoors! Each Day Camp is tailored to the local environment. Kids will get to unleash their curiosity and explore local forests, creeks, and trails. Please sign up on Rural Action's Eventbrite or at bit.ly/3HrFq7Q

$40

Glouster Memorial Park Spring Break Day Camp

Glouster Memorial Park 20 High St, Glouster, OH

Rural Action's Spring Break day camps focus on nature immersion, exploration, and fun in the outdoors! Each Day Camp is tailored to the local environment. Kids will get to unleash their curiosity and explore local forests, creeks, and trails.

$40

Ride Through Time: Nelsonville

Nelsonville Public Library 95 W Washington St, Nelsonville, Ohio

A Ride Through Time Guided Bicycle Tour participants will enjoy 17.5 miles of the most beautiful back roads in Athens County, while touring historic and natural sites along the way with a historic guide. Local refreshments will be provided and chances to patronize local eateries and shops will be available. The tour will be a... Read More

$40