Think Spring Salamander Hike

ONE of the following dates: Friday, February 16th, February 23rd, or March 1st at 7:00 pm  

Nature's timing is unpredictable and to make sure we have the best chance to observe them migrating to their breeding ponds, the actual hike date will be determined on the Wednesday before the hike. Together we will search for salamanders as they awaken from hibernation and move toward their breeding ponds. There is no cost for this event and no experience is necessary. This is an adventure for the entire family. Please dress for the weather - boots and a flashlight are essential. Remember, salamanders prefer to move in the rain, so be prepared for muddy fun! Call the Visitor Center at 513-897-1050 for registration details!

 

 

March

 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center

Trilling Toads and Tiny Tree Frogs

Friday, March 29th, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Take an evening hike to search for these wondrous amphibians. We will view frogs and toads up close in their marshy habitat.  An adventure for the whole family.  Please dress for the weather - boots and a flashlight are essential. This is a Friends of Caesar Creek Program, $2.00 per person. For more information or to register, call the Visitor Center at 513-897-1050.

 

 

 

 

April

 

 

May

 

 

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Spring Birding Clinic

Saturday, May 11th, 7:00 am – Noon

Meet at the Visitor Center for a day of spring birding!  Join the Friends of Caesar Creek and master bird bander, Bob Thobaben, for a guided bird walk to discover the many species of migratory birds in the park. Pre-registration is required and limited to the first 15 people. Bob will lead you to areas within the park where you will see between 50-60 species of birds including hawks, warblers, and waterfowl. This is a Friends of Caesar Creek program and is $10/person. Please pre-register for this event by calling the Visitor Center at 513-897-1050.

 

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World Migratory Bird Day

Saturday, May 11th, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Help us celebrate one of nature’s great wonders, the annual spring bird migration!  Local bird bander Rebecca Palmer will be on site from 8:30-11:30 am banding birds.  We will have games, fun, and movies for the whole family to enjoy at the Visitor Center. Please pre-register for this event by calling the Visitor Center at 513-897-1050.

 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center

The Great Fossil Hunt

Monday, May 27th, 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm (Memorial Day)

The ancient Ordovician Sea has disappeared, but evidence of marine life is abundant in the Caesar Creek Region.  Meet at the Visitor Center for a program about these fascinating creatures, including the trilobite.  Afterward, go to the Emergency Spillway to identify and study a diversity of fossils.  Please pre-register for this event by calling the Visitor Center at 513-897-1050.

 

June

 

 

 

 

July

 

 

US Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center

Butterfly Census

Saturday, July 6th, 10:00 am – Noon

Do you like butterflies?  Would you like to learn more about these winged creatures or share your knowledge?  Please join the Caesar Creek Park Rangers for our annual count in conjunction with the North American Butterfly Association. NABA was formed to promote awareness of butterfly conservation and the benefits of butterfly gardening, observation, and education.  For more information or to register call the Visitor Center, 513-897-1050.

 

 

August

 

 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center

Nature Night!

Friday, August 9th, 9:00 pm - Midnight

Join Park Rangers for a fun night of bat working and mothing. Please pre-register for this event by calling the Visitor Center at 513-897-1050.

 

September

 

 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center

Monarch Butterfly Day (Pre-registration is required, call 513-897-1050)

Saturday, September 14th, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Take part in an international study that tracks the migration of the

Monarch butterfly as it journeys toward Mexico.  Help to capture, tag, and release the butterflies to help scientists understand how these fragile insects make the remarkable journey over 2,000 miles.  Wear long pants and bring butterfly nets if you have them. Please pre-register for this event by calling the Visitor Center at 513-897-1050.

 

October

 

November

 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center

Owl Fest and Owl Moon

November 1st, 2nd

We will begin with the story, Owl Moon, which tells of a father and daughter on a winter hike in search of a Great-Horned Owl.  After the story we will go in search of Caesar Creek owl species.  In November, owls re-establish territories and prepare for nesting.  Please dress for the weather and bring a flashlight if you have one. Registration is required for Owl Moon and is a Friends of Caesar Creek Program, $2 per person. To register, call the Visitor Center at 513-897-1050.

 

 

 

December

 

 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center

Audubon Christmas Bird Count

Thursday, December 19th, 8:00 am

Calling all birders!  We need your help with our 20th Annual Caesar Creek Lake / Spring Valley Marsh Christmas Bird Count.  For early risers we will look and listen for owls at 5:00 am.  We will regroup at the Visitor Center at 8:30 am, break into teams and search for waterfowl and songbirds.  We will meet at the Visitor Center at 12:00 pm for a hot lunch sponsored by the Friends of Caesar Creek. Experts and beginners are encouraged to attend.  Come out for all or part of the day.  For more information or to register call the Visitor Center, 513-897-1050