2009 Park Programs

Hocking Hills State Park
Naturalist Programs & Events - February 2009
Friday February 6
6:00 PM *ASH CAVE NIGHT HIKE - Take a stroll under towering Hemlocks as the magic of twilight settles on the Hocking Forests. Meet at the parking area at Ash Cave. (Please, no pets at the night hike.)
Saturday February 7
10:00 AM *THE WONDERS of OLD MAN’S CAVE - Meet the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center for a short hike and discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock formations that are found throughout the park.
2:00 PM HOCKING’S WILDLIFE at the CABIN– As you pass by on your hike today stop by the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center to explore and for a closer look at some of our native residents. Naturalist will be available for discussion and to answer questions.
Friday February 13
10:00 AM *“TAPPING OF THE MAPLES” – It’s that time of the year. Ever wondered where all that maple syrup comes from? Join the naturalist at the naturalist cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center and try your hand at tapping your own tree as we prepare for the annual “Maple Sugaring in the Hills” event here at Hocking Hills March 7&8, 2009.

HOCKING HILLS STATE PARK PRESENTS:
*THE SWEETHEARTS HIKE
Saturday February 14, 2009 5 to 7 PM
Take your sweetheart on a romantic stroll to Ash Cave in the soft light of dusk. Afterwards, enjoy a cozy fire and refreshments.
(Meet at the parking area at Ash Cave.)

Friday February 20
3:00 PM *CEDAR FALLS STROLL - Join the naturalist to explore Cedar Falls and discover the unique natural & cultural history of this area of the park.
Saturday February 21
2:00 PM *HIDDEN HOCKING: BROKEN ROCK FALLS – Come and see something off the beaten path. Join us for a hike through Old Man’s Cave to the little visited Broken Rock Falls and see what makes this place so special. Meet the naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center.
7:00 PM *WINTER STAR PARTY WITH Columbus Astronomical Society
Ever viewed Saturn through a telescope? How about the Andromeda galaxy? Join Members of the Columbus Astronomical Society (CAS) and the naturalist at the Hocking Hills seasonal dining lodge for a night of viewing under the stars. Come dressed for the weather. (Weather/cloud cover permitting)
Saturday February 28
9:00 AM *TRAIL TROLLS PROJECT DAY – We will meet at the naturalist cabin to work on the Old Man’s Cave Trail. Bring a sack lunch and a drink and dress for the weather. For more information about the Trail Trolls contact the naturalist office at (740) 385-8003.