Ouabache State Park Events

Ouabache's interpretive programs are family oriented. Parents and children are encouraged to attend activities together. An adult should accompany children under the age of 10. In the case of inclement weather, all hikes will meet at the Campview Shelter. Schedule subject to change.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 21
1:45 p.m. — Green headed duck. Meet on the pool lawn to learn more about the green headed duck you see swimming around the lake. Swimmers, make sure you have your hand stamped as you exit the bath house so you can easily re-enter the pool.
3:45 p.m. — A constellation myth. Constellations have had a special job throughout the ages. Learn about that job 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. — Backyard birding. Learn how to enjoy this popular form of birding. We’ll talk about how to bird first, then we’ll do a little of it ourselves. Meet at Rustic Oak Shelter. Experienced birders welcome!

THURSDAY, JULY 22
1:45 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!
3:45 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!
7 p.m. — Frog vs. toad. Do you know the difference between a frog and a toad? Find out as we take a 60 minute hike around Kunkel Lake in search of these amphibians. Hike meets at the Boat House. Tennis shoes, sunscreen, and bug spray are recommended.

FRIDAY, JULY 23
1:45 p.m. — Pool break cool craft. Create your own floral art on the pool lawn today with Naturalist Kate! Swimmers, make sure you get your hand stamped so you can easily re-enter the pool!
3:45 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.
7:30 p.m. — Arachnophobia? Love ‘em or hate ‘em, spiders are an amazing part of our ecosystem. Learn more about the roll they play and a couple specific spiders tonight at Campview Shelter.

SATURDAY, JULY 24
9:30 a.m. — Wild weather. Join Naturalist Kate at Trails End Shelter to learn about the different kinds of wild weather we have in Indiana. Afterwards, we’ll have a weather scavenger hunt with prizes for the individual or team that finds the most items!
11 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. Discover! Connect! Explore! Learn more about these great project based programs that you can complete at any of the State Parks and Reservoirs during this 30 minute program. Find out how you can earn certificates, patches, bandanas and more. Get started by meeting at Campview Shelter located in the middle of Campground A!
1:45 p.m. — The great blue. This tall bird is a great fisher and helps keep the lake healthy. Learn more about the Great Blue Heron today during the safety check on the pool lawn. Swimmers, make sure you have your hand stamped as you exit the bath house so you can easily re-enter the pool.
6:30 p.m. — Outdoor cooking demonstration. Naturalist Kate will be cooking up a storm tonight at Trails End Shelter, so come prepared to taste some new treats. This year’s demo will feature a few international foods. Registration was required.

SUNDAY, JULY 25
11 a.m. — Hoosier Quest. See Saturday for details.
1:45 p.m. — Pool break. Join Naturalist Kate for a quick game on the pool lawn. There will be prizes! Swimmers, make sure you have your hand stamped as you exit the bath house so you can easily re-enter the pool.