Discover Mohican

"Live Birds of Prey"
2023-08-26 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-09-02 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-09-09 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-09-16 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-09-23 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-09-30 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-10-07 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-10-14 17:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Mohican State Park Lodge and Conference Center, 4700 Goon Road, Perrysville, OH, 44864, United States
At Mohican State Park Lodge every Saturday evening at 5pm. Enjoy an up close experience with a variety of Ohio’s bird species presented by The Ohio Bird Sanctuary. Free and open to the public.

For more information, call 419-938-5411

Barn Dance
2023-08-26 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH, 44843, United States
In the Main Barn, continuing a Bromfield tradition, Beginners to square dancing welcome. Square and line dancing with music provided by the Back Porch Swing Band. All welcome. Free.

Yoga at the Lake
2023-08-30 09:00 - 10:00 | Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 3431 State Route 95, Perrysville, OH, 44864, United States
YOGA at the LAKE- Feel renewed & ready for a weekend of outdoor activities. This basics-level class is appropriate for beginners and previous experience; Join the class on the Welcome Center deck overlooking Pleasant Hill Lake & Marina and jumpstart your day with enjoyable yoga practice. Taught my Registered Yoga Instructor, Virginia Long, RYT 200 Yoga Alliance certification.Donations are $10/per person for a one-hour session.To register please contact Instructor Ginger by email at ginger.long2011@gmail.com

Farm Fridays
2023-09-01 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH, 44843, United States
Join a state park naturalist for a more hands on experience at the Main Barn. Bring the kids for games, coloring, scavenger hunts and animal feeding.

Summer Concert Series at Pleasant Hill Lake Park
2023-09-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 3431 State Route 95, Perrysville, OH, 44864, United States
Enjoy our monthly summer concert series featuring local bands in our outdoor beach stage area. Come for the day and relax at the swim beach then enjoy music that evening under the sky. For open-air lawn seating bring your own chairs and blankets. Gate entry is $10/car all-day pass.

Scheduled to perform:July 1 – Callnall Rednecks Band-Country/Pop 6p-9pJul 15 – Kaptain Kurt-Solo – Pop/Rock 3p-6p w/Fireworks at 9pmAug 12- Tom’s Kitchen Table Band- Pop/Country -6p-9pSep 2- Yak Pack Band- Country/Pop -6p-9p

Mohican Traithlon
2023-09-09 00:00 - 23:59 | OH
River Kayak, Mountain Bike, Trail Run

OMBC Series #7

This Family Friendly MINI Triathlon adventure begins and ends at Mohican Adventures with your choice of SOLO, DUO and Three-Person Teams. In the kayak portion of the event, paddlers will be bussed from the staging area to the start of the race in nearby Perrysville before beginning a 6-mile kayak along the scenic Mohican River toward Mohican Adventures in Loudonville. Off the river, racers transition at the staging area parking lot and roll out on Mountain Bikes following a 5.6-mile single track loop in the Mohican State Park back to the staging area at Mohican Adventures where racers transition for the final stage, a 6.6-mile trail run finishing at Mohican Adventures.

ALL Solo Racers earn OMBC Series Points

Schedule of Events:

No Race Day Registration

Packet Pickup: 8am

Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at Mohican Adventures: 9:00 Am followed by Bus Ride to Perrysville

Race Start in Perrysville: 10 Am

Awards: ETA 2pm: or Immediately Following Race

The Course:

Stage One: Kayak River Paddle (6 miles)

Following an included 15 minute bus ride from the staging area at Mohican Adventures to Perrysville race start, the race will begin in the State Scenic Mohican River near Perrysville where racers will depart and travel about 6 miles downriver and through historic downtown Loudonville and on to the Mohican Adventures landing, not far past the Wally Road bridge crossing and on the right. River conditions may vary but typically include mostly flat water with a few class 1 ripples. Sit atop Kayaks will be provided by Mohican Adventures. (No private kayaks allowed) Kayaks are included in the entry fee and will be located at the Perrysville race start. Mohican Adventures staff will be available to make sure everyone has a flotation device and assist, if necessary, with entering and exiting the kayaks. All participants must carry/wear a PFD (life jacket) included with entry. Racers exiting their kayaks will then transition from Mohican Adventures landing to their nearby parked vehicles. Racers must walk their mountain bikes to and from the starting line. Safety FIRST!

Stage Two: Mountain Bike Trail Ride (5.6 miles)

Racers will depart from Mohican Adventures start/finish line, following a short route that leads across a small stream and beneath SR3 up to the paved Bike Trail. Safety First, NO SR3 ROAD CROSSING ALLOWED. Racers will turn left on the paved bike trail toward a split sign that says, “Runners Left/Mountain Bike Right”. Bikers will veer right and straight up onto the off-road trail following Mohican 100 Signage along what is known as the “Short Loop Trail”. Once around the short loop (5 miles), racers will follow signage returning to the paved bike trail then right, underneath SR3 toward the finish line and next transition area. Once the line is crossed, racers can exchange their leg anklets or transition to running shoes at their parked vehicle. Safety First: All participants must wear a Snell approved helmet.

PDF Mountain Bike Map

Bike Link

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43486071

Stage Three: Trail Run (6.6 miles)

Runners will then cross the start/finish line following the bike route up to the split sign that says. “Runners Left/Mountain Bike Right”. Runners will remain on the pavement, veering left but staying on the right side of SR3 along the bike path following Mohican 100 signage to the Mohican State Park Entrance. Runners will turn right, entering the park, following Mohican 100 signs straight back until just before Mohican bridge crossing. Here runners will turn right then immediately left following the trail along the river toward the newly constructed suspension bridge spanning the Mohican River. Runners will cross the bridge, exiting to the left and up a steep climb toward the Gorge Overlook before enjoying a less steep run back down to the river turning right along the river before crossing back over the suspension bridge, doubling back through the park toward the finish line.

PDF Trail Run Map

Run Link

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43882607

Stage Four: CROSS THE FINISH LINE

Celebrate with a fresh cool pint of FREE BEER offerings courtesy of Great Lakes Brewing and you can tempt your taste buds and recover your strength with some high protein Fresh Smoked Brisket, Pulled Pork, Mac N Cheese, BBQ Baked Beans, Street Corn, Cole Slaw, Macaroni Salad. Yes, all the fix ins! available for a small price from Cub Country BBQ, founded by one of the first ever Mohican Race Directors, Derek Cuthbertson.

Entry Fees:

Racers must register online individually. If joining a team, a team name will be a required field.

Racers are also required to sign a race waiver during online registration plus a Mohican Adventures waiver for the kayak portion of your adventure.

$65 Solo: Includes OMBC Series Points and one kayak, paddles, PFD.

$150 ($50 per person) Three Person RELAY: Includes one kayak, paddle, PFD

Teams Must Stay together throughout the race.

$130 ($65 per person) DUO: Includes two kayaks, paddles, PFDs

$195 ($65 per person) TRIO: Includes three kayaks, paddles, PFDs

Ohio Heritage Days
2023-09-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-09-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH, 44843, United States
FREE event, Horse drawn wagons, crafters selling a variety of items, food, cut flowers, woodcarvers, honey, fudge, maple syrup and organic flour, many homemade items! Live music, spinners and weavers, the Ceely Rose House will be open from noon to 4pm, the Big House will be open from noon to 4pm for free tours, primitive show on Saturday and on Sunday in the Main Barn a local archaeological group will have a large display. Living history and civil war camp both days.

Prairie Peddler Festival
2023-09-23 10:00 - 2023-09-24 17:00, 2023-09-30 10:00 - 2023-10-01 17:00 | OH
Sept. 23-24, 30 and Oct. 1, 2022Open 10am-5pm​in Butler, OHAdults – $10Kids (6 – 12) – $3Kids (under 6) – FREE

An outdoor marketplace featuring 200 artisan booths and food. Sorry, no pets allowed in the show, with the exception of service dogs

The Great Mohican Crawdad Hunt
2023-09-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Mohican State Park, 3116 State Route 3, Loudonville, OH, 44842, United States
Learn how to catch a crawdad or net other critters during the Great Mohican Crawdad Hunt at Mohican State Park. This free event will be co-hosted by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Scenic Rivers Program and Mohican State Park.Visitors will be able to learn skills from experienced river guides as they explore the unique beauty and wildlife offered by the Clear Fork Mohican State Scenic River. Race crawdads with Roger Thoma, author of A Naturalist’s Guide to the Crawfish of Ohio. Learn the life history of this Ohio animal that is related to the lobster. Enjoy a savory crawfish boil and explore fun educational activities with Ashland Soil & Water Conservation District. Event details are as follows:

*The event will be held at the Class A Shelter House. Once entering the park, follow signs to the event. Please pre-register with state park naturalist Kyle Casey at Kyle.Casey@dnr.ohio.gov. Signed copies of A Naturalist’s Guide to the Crawfish of Ohio will be available for purchase by cash, check or Venmo. Attendees should wear closed toed shoes to explore in the water with staff. The Mohican River, including the lower stem of the Clear Fork, was designated as a State Scenic River in 2006 because of its exceptional water quality, which it maintains in part due to the tree coverage alongside the river. Trees filter water, provide flood control, keep the water cool, and provide habitat for animals that use the river. The Mohican River is also a popular destination for anglers, paddlers and hikers. For more information, contact:Kyle Casey, Mohican State Park Naturalist

Office: 567-233-0019Cell: 419-265-5848

Ghost Hikes
2023-10-01 16:30 - 18:30, 2023-10-01 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-10-15 16:30 - 18:30, 2023-10-22 16:30 - 18:30 | Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH, 44843, United States
Offered Sundays in October these 2-hour walks will tell haunting tales of the valley’s early immigrants, Native American folklore, the supernatural, mythological and more. Recommended for Adults Preregistration required by calling 419-892-2784

October 8 & 15 FULL

Bigfoot Basecamp
2023-10-05 08:00 - 2023-10-08 17:00 | Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 3431 State Route 95, Perrysville, OH, 44864, United States
The return of the BIGFOOT BASECAMP Weekend. Oct 5-8,2023

VIP Dinner with Matt Moneymaker BFRO founder and host of Animal Planets ” Finding Bigfoot series”. Local bigfoot sightings in and around the park area make this event a special opportunity to meet and talk to professional investigators from the BFRO. Bigfoot-themed event with authors and speakers about local, statewide sightings and investigations. Visit our website for the most current schedule & ticket sales.

Scheduled to appear events:(Subject to change without notice)

Thursday 10/ 05-VIP Dinner at Mohican Lodge w/ Matt Moneymaker BFRO Founder as the guest speaker, Live thermal imaging demonstration ($Ticketed event)

Friday 10/06- BFRO Investigator Presentations with Q&A, Guided night hikes, Campfire program with BFRO team

Saturday 10/07 – Town Hall public meeting,($ticketed event) Caricature Drawings, Chain saw carvings, Bigfoot Souvenirs, Bigfoot crafts. Boat tours ($Ticketed event), Bigfoot T-Shirt tie dye, Bigfoot author presentations & Movie at the Lake.

Gate entry fee $15/car for all-day access. Ticketed events are available online with additional costs and reserved seating.

Fall Hike for Health
2023-10-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH, 44843, United States
Enjoy a day viewing the fall sites at Malabar. Meet at the Visitor Center for maps and refreshments. This event is sponsored by the Richland County Health Department. Free Event, for information call 419-774-4761.

Nate the Great Magic & Balloon Art
2023-10-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 3431 State Route 95, Perrysville, OH, 44864, United States
Nate the Great will be performing his magic and balloon-twisting art for years. Enjoy an hour of magic and balloon-twisting creatures

Fall Color Hike
2023-10-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH, 44843, United States
Take a naturalist lead hike around the farm, learning about color change in tree leaves and some history of the farm

Nature Doodling
2023-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas, OH, 44843, United States
Back this year with four seasons available to create cool designs using line doodles inspired by nature.Free. Preregistration required. 419-892-2784
