Extension Naturalist

This outreach program caters to small classroom and group settings. Lesson correspond to state and national Academic Content Standards. Programs involve hands-on activities and usually include take home or continuing projects. They are designed for specific ability levels, and can be offered as part of a curricular unit or as a single event. Unique programs can be developed to address specific needs for a school or classroom.

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Residential Outdoor Education Program
The Outdoor Education Center is dedicated to providing a program for both children and adults that seeks to develop their appreciation of the natural world and an awareness of environmental problems along with the ecological principles that influence them. We are committed to helping students to develop improved self-concepts and to refine their interpersonal relationship skills. For a detailed viewed of the OEC curriculum, click here.

Raptor Center
xStarted in 1970 out of deep concern for the plight of native birds of prey, the Raptor Center is an educational and raptor rehabilitation program.

Naturalist Internship Position
The Outdoor Education Center in conjunction with Antioch College offers environmental education internships two times a year. Imagine spending an academic term as a naturalist intern, instilling environmental awareness with the thousand-acre nature preserve as your outdoor classroom.

EcoCamps
Imagine a summer camp where you can have fun while learning a lot about the natural world.

Weekend Rental
The facilities at the Outdoor Education Center are available for weekend rental. We offer year-round accommodations, a full service kitchen, a large dining room and lodge. Organizations have used the OEC facilities for weekend business retreats, family reunions, church and school retreats, and weekend workshops. Naturalists are available by contract to provide natural history interpretation. Call our Office Manager for more information.