Image is a copy of Mammals of Ohio, page 14, “Southern Flying Squirrel”
The publication is available for download on the Ohio Wildlife Field Guides and Backyard Wildlife page of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) website.
Flying Squirrels
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Friday, December 12, 2025
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Mambourg Park
5531 Cincinnati-Zanesville Rd NE (US-22)
Lancaster, OH 43130
Forget birdwatching – come squirrel watching! After a short presentation, we will trek through the park to see if we can catch of glimpse of the elusive flying squirrel, maybe even some airtime.
Suggested Audience
Ages 8+. No pets.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
To increase the odds of seeing these shy animals, program attendance is limited. Registration is now open! Register here:
Flying Squirrels Program Registration Form
Where to Meet
Those who receive a confirmation for this program should arrive at the nature center about 10 minutes before the program is to begin.
What to Bring
Potable water is not available at this location; bring your own drinking water. Please do not bring strollers, wagons, nor pets to this program.
Receive Updates
To receive updates or reminders about this program, click/tap “Interested” or “Going” on this event on Facebook. Doing so does not obligate you to attend and is not the same as registration for the program; it only assures you will receive a notice about changes/updates/cancellations to the event.
Before You Go…
If severe weather is forecast or before traveling a long distance to attend, it is recommended you check to be sure the program has not been canceled, postponed, or rescheduled. It is best to check the program in the Events section of our Facebook page, our website’s Calendar of Events.
Photo Disclaimer & Social Media
Registration for or attendance at any of our public programs and other activities constitutes an agreement allowing Fairfield County Park District to use and distribute, now and in the future, any image of the registrant/attendee in photographs, videos, and other electronic or print reproduction of images taken at events and activities. If you have any questions or concerns regarding use of images in which an attendee may appear, contact media@fairfieldcountyparks.org or speak to a staff member at any program or event.
ABOUT MAMBOURG PARK
Trail Info
Trail conditions will vary based on weather; be prepared with appropriate footwear to hike in muddy or slippery conditions.
- OAK TRAIL (NO PETS on Oak Trail nor inside the nature center)
Oak Trail is about one mile long, includes a set of steps and a footbridge, and may be considered moderate. Pets are not allowed on Oak Trail nor inside Mambourg Nature Center.
. - HICKORY TRAIL (PETS WELCOME)
Hickory Trail is about one-and-a-half miles long, includes a footbridge, and may be considered easy-to-moderate. Pets are welcome on Hickory Trail. They must be under control at all times and on a leash no longer than 6’. For the health and safety of all, pick up and properly dispose of pets’ waste.
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