Hocking Hills winter escape

January Naturalist Programs
Friday 7

10:00 AM *“RIDGETOPS & HOLLERS” –Ever wonder about the difference between a ridgetop and a ‘holler’? Join the naturalist at Ash Cave parking area to find out.

Saturday 8

10:00 AM *CEDAR FALLS STROLL – Join the naturalist to explore Cedar Falls and discover the unique natural & cultural history of this area of the park.

2:00 PM HOCKING’S WILDLIFE at the CABIN– As you pass by on your hike today, stop by the Naturalist Cabin to explore and take a closer look at some of our native residents. Naturalist will be available to explain and answer questions.

Friday 21

5-8 PM WATERLOO OWL PROWL - Join the Raccoon Creek Partnership for a winter Owl Prowl at the Waterloo Aquatic education Center. From 5:00-6:00 get cozy by a campfire, and enjoy hot chocolate and marshmallows. Our program begins at 6:00 with special guest, Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist, Pat Quackenbush. Then we will go for an evening walk and try to call in our region’s most stealthy predator, the owl! Bring a flashlight and be sure to dress for the weather. Call Heike at (740) 664-3248 or email heikeperko@ohiohills.com to learn more or get directions to the event. (Please, no pets at the owl prowl.)

Friday 28

2:00 PM *THE WONDERS of OLD MAN’S CAVE- Meet the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin for a short hike and discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock formations that are found throughout the park.

Saturday 29

10:00 AM *WINTER RAPTOR WATCH - Join the naturalist down at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center to discover why hawks, owls, eagles & vultures are more noticeable in the winter and what makes them so special.

2:00 PM CABIN FEVER CURES – Ever wonder what the settlers did to pass time in the winter? Join the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin to participate in some historical games & activities to help you prepare for the upcoming winter months.

Mission:
“To foster a partnership between outdoor enthusiasts and Hocking Hills State Park that ensures a better place for nature education, while setting high conservation standards and raising a strong sense of responsibility for future generations.”