Nature and history programs are available for groups.  Scouting organizations, clubs and associations, school and community groups wanting to schedule an outing to any of our parks, preserves, covered bridges or other historical features should call (740) 681-7249 or contact us.  Below is a list of programs that have been offered in the past.  To request information about these or similar programs, contact Miranda Cain 740 215-6645 or mcain@fairfieldcountyparks.org.

Milling Floor of Rock Mill (Stebelton Park at Rock Mill) | Photo: Josh Zielinski

Learn about the fascinating lives of Ohio’s cold-blooded critters.  May include live animals.

Insects are diverse and present throughout most of the planet.  Discover ones who call Fairfield County their home.

Have you felt real bear fur? a fox pelt? See and touch some of Ohio’s mammals’ skins and skulls.

Ohioans say they love Ohio for the ever-changing seasons! What is going on this season in our backyard?

Fish are not necessarily the most interesting things living in Ohio’s ponds. Find out why!

Get wet in one of our creeks while searching for the creatures who live there.

Explore the outdoors at night with one of our naturalists. What nocturnal animal residents will we see and hear? There aren’t many occasions to visit the parks at night, don’t miss this one!

Head off-trail to parts of a park that few visitors get to see. Due to the strenuous nature of this hike, participants should be at least 10 years of age, in good physical condition and able to hike for three hours.

A 90-minute walk with one of the naturalists to seek out some of Ohio’s resident birds and some early migrants. This event is to help the novice birder learn what to look for when trying to make an ID.

A 90-minute walk with one of the naturalist to search for woodland wildflowers. Will we find Showy Orchis, a Pink Lady’s-Slipper? See the beauty and learn of the folklore and medicinal uses of native Ohio wildflowers.

A two-hour walk with one of the naturalists or an experienced birder to search for warblers and other springtime migrants.

A 90-minute walk with one of the naturalists to identify and learn about fabulous ferns. Will you find a species you have not seen before?

People come from all over the U.S. and beyond to see Rock Mill and Rock Mill Covered Bridge.  Learn about this 1824 grist mill, the bridge, the area’s history, and some outstanding geological formations.

To request information about these or similar programs, contact Miranda Cain 740 215-6645 or mcain@fairfieldcountyparks.org.