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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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.
Dunk A Cop
(ODNR OFFICER)
Saturday, July 4 | 12 - 2 pm
Step up to the line, take your best shot, and see if you can send one of our local officers splashing into the dunk tank. $1 / 3 tries
Picnic Lunch
Saturday, July 4th
Take a break from the festivities and refuel with a classic Independence Day lunch! For just $2.50, you can grab a hot dog, a bag of chips, and a bottle of water—but you'll want to act fast, as this incredible deal is limited to the first 250 guests.
Movie Night at the Pool
Saturday, July 4 | 9 pm
Make a splash at our 4th of July Movie Night at the Pool! Float under the stars, splash around, and enjoy a favorite flick right from the water
Dunk a Cop
(Guernsey County Sheriff's Office)
Sunday, July 5 | 12 - 2 pm
Step up to the line, take your best shot, and see if you can send one of our local officers splashing into the dunk tank. $1 / 3 tries
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.
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.