Ouabache State Park Events

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15
1:45 p.m. - Leafy Fun. Have some fun with a leaf as we make cool creations on the pool lawn during the pool safety break. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. - Insect Trivia. How well do you know insects? Test your knowledge during this short game on the pool lawn during safety check. There will be a prize for the person with the most correct answers! Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. - Goin’ Native With Plants. Why are native plants the way to go? What plants are native to this area? Find out tonight at Trails End Shelter.

THURSDAY, JULY 16
1:45 p.m. - Plant's Anatomy. Join the drama as we discover just what makes a plant tick on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. - Mischievous Moths. Some moths can be destructive. Find out about one such moth on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
7:30 p.m. - Nature’s Flood Insurance. Mother Nature has her own type of flood insurance. Find out more about them at Campview Shelter tonight!

FRIDAY, JULY 17
1:45 p.m. - Build a Bird. Make a feathered friend to take home with you on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
3:45 p.m. - It’s a bird... No it’s a... A... Squirrel??? Learn more about these beautiful gliders on the pool lawn during the safety check. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
7:00 p.m. - Roving Interpreter. Be on the lookout for Naturalist Kate in the Campground. She'll have a tasty treat for you to try!

SATURDAY, JULY 18
9:30 a.m. - Bison Hike. Meet at the small shelter in front of the Wildlife Exhibit for a 60 minute hike around the enclosure. As we hike, Naturalist Kate will share some facts about the Bison of Ouabache. Tennis shoes, sunscreen and bug spray are recommended.
11-11:30 a.m. - Hoosier Quest. Connect! Discover! Explore! Learn more about the patch program at the Campview Shelter, located in the middle of Campground A. After a brief introduction, we'll break up into groups to start working on the requirements. Scouts and other groups, are you interested in earning a patch? See the Naturalist to learn about the Hoosier Pathfinder program.
1:45 - Pool Break Creature Feature. Join Naturalist Kate on the pool lawn to learn about this large arachnid found at Ouabache State Park. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!
6:30 p.m. - Outdoor Cooking Demonstration. Bring your appetites! We’ll be cooking up some simple and healthy foods that you might want to try at your own campsite. Recipes will be available. Meet at Rustic Oak Shelter. Pre-registration is required by July 13. $5 program fee.

SUNDAY, JULY 19
9:30 a.m. - Worship Services. Join us at Campview Shelter for an inspirational service in the beauty of nature.
11-11:30 a.m. - Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:45 p.m. - Pool Break Quickie Craft. Make a cool creation to take home with you on the pool lawn during the pool’s safety check. Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can re-enter the pool!