Calendar of Events
Showing All Events For: August 2008
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Fri
1
Jeweled Dragons
Join the Naturalist for a closer look at Hocking's not so mythical dragonflies & damselflies. These flying, crawling & swimming insects lead an amazing life that we...
Family Nature Adventure - Aug. 1
Bring the whole family and join the Naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world. ; Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Survival, Ohio Style
Any good at wildlife ID? How are your outdoor skills? How well would you really survive? Come to the naturalist cabin and put your skills to the test. Or just come and cheer...
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social
Enjoy homemade ice cream by the bowl, hot sandwiches, homemade desserts and drinks. Come have some good food and tour our museum!
Concerts in the Park - Friday Evenings
Summer concert series in its 16th season features a different band every Friday evening June through August. Food and beverages for sale by a local church. Bring lawn chairs....
Friday Night Lights Speed Circuit
Horse speed show including running poles and barrels. Timed events from small fry kids to adult fast-paced events. Come join us for some fun and excitement!
Sat
2
Wonders of Old Man's Cave
Meet the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist at the Naturalist's Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a short hike and discover some facts about the...
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Butterflies of Hocking
Join the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin & Garden, located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, for a closer look at these silken wonders and their amazing life...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Nature Grossology 101
Join the Naturalist at the campground amphitheater to learn about nature's outcasts (how they are really our allies) and how being "gross" helps protect living things.
Late Night Logan
Downtown merchants, restaurants, art and entertainment venues stay open for the evening on the first Saturday of each month. A great mix of eclectic music performances, art...
Sun
3
Fishing at Rose Lake
Meet the naturalist at Rose Lake Dam to try your luck at hooking a lunker in some of Rose Lake's fishing "hot spots". Never been fishing before? We'll gladly show you how....
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Printing with Nature
Join the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center to learn how to make your own nature prints using natural...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Making Tracks
Join the Naturalist at the campground amphitheater to explore our local wildlife and how to ID their tracks.
Tue
5
Yoga in the Hills
This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting, classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for...
Wed
6
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Thu
7
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Fri
8
Agents of Change Labor ConferenceAug 8th - Aug 9th
Learn how the Hocking Valley Coalminers made major contributions to the state and national labor history during the Gilded Age, and how those struggles and accomplishments...
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...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Nature Adventure
Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world. Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center.&...
Skin, Skulls & Tracks
Join the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin, located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, to explore the signs our local wildlife leave behind.
Concerts in the Park - Friday Evenings
Summer concert series in its 16th season features a different band every Friday evening June through August. Food and beverages for sale by a local church. Bring lawn chairs....
Sat
9
Creatures of Rose Lake
Join the Naturalist at the campground shelter house to explore around Rose Lake in search of who might use Rose Lake as their home.
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Butterflies of Hocking
Join the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin & Garden, located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, for a closer look at these silken wonders and their amazing life...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Stream Stompin'
Bring along your wading shoes and meet the Naturalist at the Ash Cave shelter house for a closer look at some of our aquatic residents.
Hocking's Birds of Prey
Join the Hocking Hills State Park naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin near Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a closer look at Ohio’s winged predators.
Sun
10
Ridgetops & Hollers
Ever wonder about the difference between a ridgetop and a ‘holler’? Join the naturalist at Ash Cave Parking area to find out.
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Adaptation Artistry
Stop by the campground amphitheater to see how seemingly silly adaptations can actually make perfect sense.
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Making Tracks
Join the Naturalist at the campground amphitheater to explore our local wildlife and how to ID their tracks.
Tue
12
Yoga in the Hills
This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting, classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for...
Wed
13
Parade of the HillsAug 13th - Aug 16th
An annual celebration of community pride and Appalachian spirit. ;
Live nightly entertainment
An Art Walk featuring an arow of galleries and shops located in our...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Thu
14
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Fri
15
Something FantasticAug 15th - Aug 16th
Two nights of Jakob Freely & the Mixtape Bandits, The Spikedrivers, Cliff Starbuck & Colin John, Andy Shaw Band, The Werks, Papadosio, .....and 5 Makes 20, The Goods,...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Nature Adventure
Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world. Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center.&...
Concerts in the Park - Friday Evenings
Summer concert series in its 16th season features a different band every Friday evening June through August. Food and beverages for sale by a local church. Bring lawn chairs....
Sat
16
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Survival, Ohio Style
Any good at wildlife ID? How are your outdoor skills? How well would you really survive? Come to the naturalist cabin and put your skills to the test. Or just come and cheer...
Romantic Moonlight Canoe Trip
Water and trees take on a special glow as you're serenaded by crickets, tree frogs, owls and the occasional splash of nocturnal creatures taking an evening swim. For hopeless...
Moonlight Tour at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery
Paddle your canoe from sunset to moonlight. Bonfire with s'mores and local bluegrass afterward. Reservations recommended.
Sun
17
Fishing at Rose Lake
Meet the naturalist at Rose Lake Dam to try your luck at hooking a lunker in some of Rose Lake's fishing "hot spots". Never been fishing before? We'll gladly show you how....
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Adaptation Artistry
Stop by the campground amphitheater to see how seemingly silly adaptations can actually make perfect sense.
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Sweet Sounds in Ash Cave
August 17th - "Sweet Sounds in Ash Cave" with Performing Musicians of the Columbus Symphony at 3pm; Free; shuttle buses will be available from Old Man's Cave Park Office and...
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...
Tue
19
Yoga in the Hills
This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting, classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for...
Wed
20
Weekly 5-Star Hike Series - Cedar Falls
Each week we pick a new location to explore. Meet at the Cedar Falls trailhead.
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Nature Adventure
Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world. Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center.&...
Thu
21
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Nature Adventure
Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world. Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center.&...
Treasures of Hocking Hills IV
An evening celebration with music, art and nature at The Bowen House. ; At 6:30pm Community Musicians are invited to jioin in foot-tapping hootenanny style music led by...
Historic Lantern Tour of Ash Cave
The mystery of Ash Cave is special as far back as the last Ice Age and beyond. Join the naturalist in the parking lot area to explore Ash Cave by lantern light and learn...
Fri
22
Naturalist Cabin "Open"
Join the Naturalist of Hocking Hills State Park at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center to explore and ask questions.
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Making Tracks
Join the Naturalist at the campground amphitheater to explore our local wildlife and how to ID their tracks.
Rose Lake Excursion
Join the naturalist and the HOCKING HILLS CANOE LIVERY for a naturalist guided trip around Rose Lake. ; The trip will take approx. 1 hour and will cover many aspects of...
Concerts in the Park - Friday Evenings
Summer concert series in its 16th season features a different band every Friday evening June through August. Food and beverages for sale by a local church. Bring lawn chairs....
Sat
23
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Creatures of Rose Lake
Join the Naturalist at the campground shelter house to explore around Rose Lake in search of who might use Rose Lake as their home.
Frogs, Toads & Turtles
Join the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin, located behind Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, to see how beneficial our slimy and scaly friends really are.
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Hocking's Birds of Prey - Aug. 23
Join the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin behind Old Man's Cave Welcome Center for a closer look at Ohio's winged predators.
Sun
24
Fishing at Rose Lake
Meet the naturalist at Rose Lake Dam to try your luck at hooking a lunker in some of Rose Lake's fishing "hot spots". Never been fishing before? We'll gladly show you how....
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Adaptation Artistry
Stop by the campground amphitheater to see how seemingly silly adaptations can actually make perfect sense.
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Stream Stompin'
Bring along your wading shoes and meet the Naturalist at the Ash Cave shelter house for a closer look at some of our aquatic residents.
Tue
26
Yoga in the Hills
This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting, classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for...
Wed
27
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Nature Adventure
Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world. Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center.&...
Weekly 5-Star Hike Series - Rock House
Each week we pick a new location to explore. Meet at the Rock House shelter house.
Thu
28
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Nature Adventure
Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world. Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center.&...
Star Seekers
Like Hollywood? ; Not! ; But come on down to the field area at Conkle's Hollow and join ;the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist in spending a little time with...
Fri
29
Appalachian Adventure - Women's Outdoor WeekendAug 29th - Sep 1st
Nature-based outdoor adventure clinics, fun and music.
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Nature Adventure
Bring the whole family and join the naturalist for a hands-on exploration of our natural world. Meet at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center.&...
Survival, Ohio Style
Any good at wildlife ID? How are your outdoor skills? How well would you really survive? Come to the naturalist cabin and put your skills to the test. Or just come and cheer...
Final Fridays - Dog Days!
Bring your friendly pooch to our dog-friendly Historic Square Arts District to strut their stuff. In addition to art openings, we will have a Doggie Parade, Doggie Tricks,...
Concerts in the Park - Friday Evenings
Summer concert series in its 16th season features a different band every Friday evening June through August. Food and beverages for sale by a local church. Bring lawn chairs....
Sat
30
Creatures of Rose Lake
Join the Naturalist at the campground shelter house to explore around Rose Lake in search of who might use Rose Lake as their home.
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Northern Vinton County Shop Hop
Travel the hills and dales of Northern Vinton County to more than 20 quaint shops, lunch stops, art studios and scenic attractions.
Flea & Farmer's Market
Held each Saturday through September from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the market features fresh produce, perennials, cut flowers, crafts, baked goods, housewares, books, antiques, art...
Butterflies of Hocking
Join the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin & Garden, located behind the Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, for a closer look at these silken wonders and their amazing life...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Wonders of Old Man's Cave - Aug. 30
Meet the Naturalist at the Naturalists' Cabin, behind Old Man's Cave Visitor Center, for a short hike and discover some facts about the history of the area and the rock...
Sun
31
Cedar Falls Stroll
Join the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist to explore Cedar Falls and discover the unique natural and cultural history of this area of the park.
Flea Market at the Hocking Hills Market
A large flea market with many outside and inside vendors on Saturday and Sunday every week. Beautiful barn and buildings; artists' loft in barn. Unique items, antiques,...
Hand-Feeding Hummingbirds
Lake Hope State Park. Participants can make a feeder and attempt to hand-feed a hummingbird. Meet at the Nature Center. Wednesdays through Sundays from 1 - 3 p.m.
Stream Stompin'
Bring along your wading shoes and meet the Naturalist at the Ash Cave shelter house for a closer look at some of our aquatic residents.
Romantic Torchlight Canoe Trip
Night time on the Hocking River is magical, and nothing is more exciting than experiencing it by torchlight: flickering flames reflecting on rippling water, golden eyes...
