Nature
A True Love Story of the American Beaver
Rural Action Trimble Office, 19627 Walnut St, Trimble, OH 45782 19627 Walnut St, Trimble, OHValentine'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
Rural Action Watershed Group Owl Prowl
Burr Oak State Park Lodge 10660 Burr Oak Lodge Road, Glouster, OH, United StatesDATE: 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
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
Rural Action Happy Hour at Little Fish
Little Fish Brewing Company 8675 Armitage Rd., Athens, OH, United StatesWelcome 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
Sugarbush Farm Spring Break Day Camp
Sugarbush Farm 6675 Baker Road, Athens, OH, United StatesRural 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
Seed Starting Indoors presented by Central State University Extension
Kate Love Simpson Library 358 E Main St, McConnelsville, OH, United StatesParticipants will walk away with Seed Starting Materials.
Glouster Memorial Park Spring Break Day Camp
Glouster Memorial Park 20 High St, Glouster, OHRural 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.
Ride Through Time: Nelsonville
Nelsonville Public Library 95 W Washington St, Nelsonville, OhioA 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
First Season with Honey Bees presented by Central State University Extension
Kate Love Simpson Library 358 E Main St, McConnelsville, OH, United StatesTopic discussed: The first check on your hives Varroa mite management Seasonal care for your hive
Spring Blooms and Bikes
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin Rural Action's Appalachian Understories for a guided 23-mile bike tour along the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway. Pedal along the Hocking river to the Bluebell Preserve, as we learn the names and stories of the wildflowers along the bike path. This guided bike tour is unsupported so participants are responsible for their own bike repair kits and water supply.... Read More