Outdoors
“Bobcats: the history, extirpation and return of bobcats in Ohio”
Zanes State College of Natural Resources 5187-5193 Newark Road, Zanesville, OH, United StatesThe Muskingum River Woodland Interest Group will begin the New Year with a wildlife biologist from the Ohio Division of Wildlife covering the topic of Bobcats. January 16th we will meet at the Zane State College Natural Resources Center to learn about the life history, extirpation and return of bobcats in Ohio. Attendees will have... Read More
16th Annual Groundhog Hike
Strouds Run State Park, Bobcat Shelter 11661 Strouds Run Rd, Athens, OH, United StatesAnother way to enjoy the wintry weather is to come to our 16th annual Groundhog Hike at Strouds Run State Park. Mark your calendars for Sunday, 03 February, 2019. The hike will start from the Bobcat Shelter (Shelterhouse 2) by the boat ramp at Dow Lake. The starting window is noon to 1 pm. This... Read More
Wild About Winter!
The Market on State 1002 East State Street, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin the Hocking College Natural and Historical Interpretation Capstone students for a FREE event at The Market on State Street celebrating the wild and wonderful workings of the winter world.... Read More
Sunday Creek Owl Prowl
Burr Oak Lodge 10660 Burr Oak Lodge Rd., Glouster, OH, United StatesJoin Rural Action at the 2019 Sunday Creek Owl Prowl taking place on Wednesday, February 20th at 6:00pm at Burr Oak State Park Lodge. Bring the kids and let them inspect an owl pellet for bones or create an owl-themed craft at 6:00pm. At 6:30pm Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) naturalist Pat Quackenbush will... Read More
Shiitake & Oyster Mushroom Workshop
Zanes State College of Natural Resources 5187-5193 Newark Road, Zanesville, OH, United StatesBack by popular demand, MRWIG will once again be hosting a mushroom growing workshop in March of 2019 at the Zane State College of Natural Resources Center. Participants will learn how to inoculate freshly cut hardwood logs to grow Shiitake and Oyster mushrooms, as well as how to care long-term for their investment. Please visit... Read More
Walking Tour of the Historic Athens Asylum
Walking Tour of the Historic Athens Asylum You can buy tickets and give as gifts for any tours during 2019, just call us at 740-592-2280 and choose the gift shop option! ALL REGULAR ASYLUM TOURS WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAYS OF EACH MONTH FROM 2:00PM-4:00PM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED Our schedule for the 2019 season: March 10... Read More
Ready! Set! Spring!
Hocking Woods Nature Center 3301 Hocking Pkwy, Nelsonville, OH, United StatesThe Hocking College Interpretive Capstone class presents Ready! Set! Spring! Come down to the Hocking Woods Nature Center to learn about birds, hold a reptile, go on a wildflower hike,... Read More
The Shelter Dog Strut 5k(9)
Eclipse Company Store 11309 Jackson Dr, The Plains, OH, United StatesFriendly 5k run/walk benefiting Friends of the Shelter Dogs! REGISTRATION STARTS AT 10 AM , RUN/WALK STARTS AT 11am. The Shelter Dog Strut: 5K-9 Run/Walk - to benefit the Friends of the Shelter Dogs-will be held at the Eclipse Company Store in The Plains, Ohio. All ages and skill levels of runners, walkers, and friendly... Read More
Seed Starting at Morning Dew Hop Farm
OH, United StatesIn this workshop, we will be covering all the essentials of starting seeds: starting mediums, seedling care, transitioning outdoor, and a bonus DIY rain water irrigation lesson! Don't miss this chance to check out this creative local permaculture operation. Be sure to Register for this workshop by emailing Bailey at gardens@communityfoodinitiatives.org Friday, April 26th 5:30PM-7:00... Read More
Birds in the Hills Festival
Camp Oty'Okwa 24799 Purcell Rd, South Bloomingville, OH, United StatesJoin us for a family-friendly outdoor festival at Camp Oty'Okwa Friday evening through Sunday afternoon, April 26-28. Birds in the Hills festival will include full days of bird watching, activities for families and children, live music, beer tasting, camping, and exploring the beauty of Camp Oty'Okwa's hemlock forests. Registration will open up in early spring... Read More