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Events

Does your family like to stay busy with fun activities during vacation? We want to help you have experiences while you're here, making memories, soaking in the beautiful sites, and absorbing the local culture. Check out our bucket list, which we've curated to ensure you can make the most of your adventure.

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Drone Show

Remember: Lights in the Sky

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Join us for a full day of family fun, community celebration, and patriotic pride as we honor America’s 250th Anniversary and commemorate the 25th Anniversary of September 11th. The day's festivities are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted, with afternoon activities, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly events for all ages.

As the sun sets, look to the sky for Lights in the Sky—a spectacular synchronized drone show featuring dazzling patriotic imagery, vibrant storytelling, and unforgettable moments above the lodge.

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Naturalist Programs

Join our park naturalist* for guided hikes, meet and watch live animals, try out a kayak or canoe, and much more!

Naturalist: John Hickenbottom

Email John | phone: 740-630-6105

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Eco-Discovery Center

The Salt Fork Eco-Discovery Center invites you to explore the outdoors in a whole new way. With fun, hands-on exhibits, live animals, and interactive displays, the center makes it easy for visitors of all ages to connect with nature and learn simple ways to care for our planet.

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Local Area Event Calendars

Stay up-to-date with the latest events and never miss out on the fun. Check out the local area event calendar and start planning your next adventure!

Cambridge Area Events

*All Lodge & Park programs and Nature Center hours are subject to change. Programs and events are weather dependent unless otherwise noted. Notify the Lodge or Naturalist (depending on activity) if special accommodations are needed for your participation. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, no exceptions.