This class has reached its capacity. No registrations will be taken online or at the door.
Event Date: 9/12/2025 - 9/14/2025
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Deer Creek State Park Lodge & Conference Center
22300 State Pk Rd 20
Mount Sterling, Ohio 43143
Capacity:
Event Overview
Ohio Women’s Outdoor Adventure is a weekend program that introduces women to new outdoor skills such as boating, fishing, hunting, and nature programming.
- Learn new skills from experts in a relaxed setting
- Discover new outdoor pursuits and meet new friends
- Experience a weekend getaway at an Ohio State Park Lodge
The weekend includes: two nights lodging at Deer Creek State Park Lodge
& Conference Center, five meals, t-shirt, snacks, instruction,
equipment, transportation, and program materials.
Cost is $395 per person.
Registration for 1st time and alumni attendees is SOLD OUT. If you would like to be placed on the waitlist, please email Lindsay Deering with your name and contact information.
Functions
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Archery Fundamentals (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn how to shoot an arrow and hit the bullseye! Certified instructors will teach you how to select proper equipment and how to shoot on a compound and crossbow. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Cache Me if You Can! (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. If you love a good scavenger hunt, you’ll love geocaching! This class will teach you to use GPS equipment to find hidden treasures in the woods. You’ll learn skills from veteran “cachers” who will cover tips and tricks. Then, you will get a chance to try it for yourself by walking on and off trail to find a cache! |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Deer Creek Dam Tour and Pollinator Garden Visit (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Visit the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for a tour of the Deer Creek dam to learn about this important flood control system. Descend and climb 176 steps, or use the elevator if needed. Explore the beautiful pollinator garden and enjoy the exhibit-filled visitor center afterward. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Disc Golf (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Disc Golf at Deer Creek State Park offers an 18-hole course with equipment provided. Enjoy a fun, challenging game amidst the landscape, perfect for all skill levels, but tailored to beginners. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Fly Fishing (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. If you want a spin on traditional fishing, try fly fishing! This sport uses lightweight equipment to mimic the bugs that fish love to eat. In this session, participants will learn to cast their line and be given the chance to fly fish! |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Kayak Fishing (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 5 seats. Experience the tranquility of kayak fishing. Paddle through serene waters while casting your line for local fish species. This peaceful activity combines the joys of kayaking with the thrill of fishing, making for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Kayaking (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Learn to be one with the water! This session will cover the basics of kayaking and the essentials of safe paddling. Certified instructors will prepare you for a flat-water kayaking adventure, then you will get to try it out yourself. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Nature and Wildlife Photography (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Do you have trouble getting the right shot of birds in flight? Or flowers in bloom? Then come learn how to take breathtaking photos of the natural world! In this session, expert photographers will share tips and tricks for improving your next photo. After basic instruction, participants will head outdoors to try different camera angles and settings. Participants need to bring their favorite camera (any will do, even your phone!). |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Personal Watercrafts (Jet Ski) (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Jet Skiing is a fast and exhilarating experience on the lake. In this session participants will learn to safely operate one of these exciting, jet-propelled watercrafts from certified instructors. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Pontoon Excursion (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 8 seats. Take a leisurely and relaxing boat ride around the scenic Deer Creek Lake. Enjoy the landscape and look for resident waterfowl and songbirds. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Powerboating Basics (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Become the captain of your own ship! Experience driving a powerboat around Deer Creek Lake. A certified instructor will teach you how to launch and approach a dock, set an anchor, and execute close quarters turns. You will have a chance to practice your new skills by the end of the session. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Rifle and Handgun Shooting (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn rifle and handgun shooting basics from certified instructors, focusing on safety, accuracy, and technique. Participants will practice shooting at targets at an outdoor range, gaining confidence and skill. Beginners welcome. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Shotgun Shooting (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn the fundamentals of shotgun shooting from certified instructors. This beginner's course covers safety, proper handling, and shooting techniques, ensuring you gain confidence and skill in a supportive environment. Beginners welcome. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Come experience the exciting sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding! This activity combines a great workout with a fun recreation sport. In this session, participants will learn how to properly stand with balance and control, and essential paddle strokes to move in the water. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Trailering and Launching Boats (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Launching boats into a lake and getting them back on to the trailers can be quite tricky and intimidating. In this session, participants will learn the best way to trailer and launch a boat safely. Each participant will get a chance to handle a boat and maneuver it safely at the launch ramp! |
| 09/12/2025 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Wild Ohio Kitchen (Fri PM) Friday PM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. The Department of Wildlife’s Wild Ohio Kitchen is a mobile kitchen that cooks up wild game, while teaching about safely taking food from harvest to table. This session will give participants all the information and resources you’ll need to safely and responsibly fish, hunt, and harvest your own local food. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Archery Fundamentals (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn how to shoot an arrow and hit the bullseye! Certified instructors will teach you how to select proper equipment and how to shoot on a compound and crossbow. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
ATV Tour (No Driving) (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Ride along with a Natural Resources Officer on an ATV tour of Deer Creek State Park and Wildlife Area. This guided trek will take you on off-road trails for a fun and adventurous experience, though driving is not included. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Birdwatching (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Birdwatching at Deer Creek State Park and the surrounding wildlife area offers a unique chance to observe grassland songbirds and majestic birds of prey. Join the Division of Wildlife’s avian education specialist to spot and learn about these fascinating species in their natural habitats. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Fly Fishing (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. If you want a spin on traditional fishing, try fly fishing! This sport uses lightweight equipment to mimic the bugs that fish love to eat. In this session, participants will learn to cast their line and be given the chance to fly fish! |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Forest Bathing (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 15 seats. Nourish your nervous system through a guided mindfulness practice inspired by Japanese Shinrin-yoku or "forest bathing." We will take in the sights, smells, sounds, and sensations of the forest during a slow wander with a certified Forest Therapy Guide, including moments of stillness, exploration, and reflection to support mind, body, and spirit. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Golf for Beginners (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Swing into fun with our beginner golf class! Learn the basics of putting, chipping, and driving in a casual, supportive environment. Enjoy the scenic views of the park while perfecting your game. All equipment provided! |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Kayak Fishing (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 5 seats. Experience the tranquility of kayak fishing. Paddle through serene waters while casting your line for local fish species. This peaceful activity combines the joys of kayaking with the thrill of fishing, making for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Kayaking (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Learn to be one with the water! This session will cover the basics of kayaking and the essentials of safe paddling. Certified instructors will prepare you for a flat-water kayaking adventure, then you will get to try it out yourself. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Personal Watercrafts (Jet Ski) (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Jet Skiing is a fast and exhilarating experience on the lake. In this session participants will learn to safely operate one of these exciting, jet-propelled watercrafts from certified instructors. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Pontoon Excursion (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 8 seats. Take a leisurely and relaxing boat ride around the scenic Deer Creek Lake. Enjoy the landscape and look for resident waterfowl and songbirds. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Powerboating Basics (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Become the captain of your own ship! Experience driving a powerboat around Deer Creek Lake. A certified instructor will teach you how to launch and approach a dock, set an anchor, and execute close quarters turns. You will have a chance to practice your new skills by the end of the session. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Rifle and Handgun Shooting (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn rifle and handgun shooting basics from certified instructors, focusing on safety, accuracy, and technique. Participants will practice shooting at targets at an outdoor range, gaining confidence and skill. Beginners welcome. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Rolling Hills Trail Hike (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 30 seats. Embark on a nature hike from Deer Creek State Park Lodge along the Rolling Hills Trail, led by our knowledgeable park naturalist. Discover the diverse flora and fauna of the area, while enjoying the beauty of the park's rolling terrain. This is a trail of moderate difficulty. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Shotgun Shooting (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn the fundamentals of shotgun shooting from certified instructors. This beginner's course covers safety, proper handling, and shooting techniques, ensuring you gain confidence and skill in a supportive environment. Beginners welcome. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Come experience the exciting sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding! This activity combines a great workout with a fun recreation sport. In this session, participants will learn how to properly stand with balance and control, and essential paddle strokes to move in the water. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/13/2025 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Tree ID (Sat AM) Saturday AM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Take a short hike through history with the Division of Forestry to learn about native trees and how they helped shape Ohio. You'll learn basic tree ID, use and care of trees, and forest management techniques. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Archery Fundamentals (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn how to shoot an arrow and hit the bullseye! Certified instructors will teach you how to select proper equipment and how to shoot on a compound and crossbow. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
ATV Tour (No Driving) (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Ride along with a Natural Resources Officer on an ATV tour of Deer Creek State Park and Wildlife Area. This guided trek will take you on off-road trails for a fun and adventurous experience, though driving is not included. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Disc Golf (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Disc Golf at Deer Creek State Park offers an 18-hole course with equipment provided. Enjoy a fun, challenging game amidst the landscape, perfect for all skill levels, but tailored to beginners. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Forest Bathing (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 15 seats. Nourish your nervous system through a guided mindfulness practice inspired by Japanese Shinrin-yoku or "forest bathing." We will take in the sights, smells, sounds, and sensations of the forest during a slow wander with a certified Forest Therapy Guide, including moments of stillness, exploration, and reflection to support mind, body, and spirit. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Geology by Kayak (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 5 seats. Explore the geology of Deer Creek on a guided kayak tour with staff from our Division of Geological Survey. Learn about the region’s unique rock formations and geological history while paddling through serene waters, making it an educational and adventurous experience. Best for those with some paddling experience. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Kayaking (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Learn to be one with the water! This session will cover the basics of kayaking and the essentials of safe paddling. Certified instructors will prepare you for a flat-water kayaking adventure, then you will get to try it out yourself. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Nature and Wildlife Photography (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Do you have trouble getting the right shot of birds in flight? Or flowers in bloom? Then come learn how to take breathtaking photos of the natural world! In this session, expert photographers will share tips and tricks for improving your next photo. After basic instruction, participants will head outdoors to try different camera angles and settings. Participants need to bring their favorite camera (any will do, even your phone!). |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Peek in the Creek (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Join the Division of Natural Areas and Preserves for an educational session on creeking and stream water quality monitoring. Learn to assess water health through hands-on activities that include sampling and analyzing stream water, identifying aquatic organisms, and understanding the importance of water quality in our ecosystems. Prepare to wade in the creek. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Personal Watercrafts (Jet Ski) (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Jet Skiing is a fast and exhilarating experience on the lake. In this session participants will learn to safely operate one of these exciting, jet-propelled watercrafts from certified instructors. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Plein Air Painting (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Enjoy a casual plein air session at the lodge. Take a moment to take in Deer Creek’s beautiful scenery and capture a calm scenic memory that you can take home with you! The session will begin with a few light warmups and hand stretches and then go into some studies and sketches of surrounding plant life. The class will then transition into focusing on a single acrylic landscape painting of Deer Creek Lake and surrounding woodland. This class is open to all levels of art experience and is meant to be an overall casual and relaxing time painting in the outdoors. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Pontoon Excursion (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 8 seats. Take a leisurely and relaxing boat ride around the scenic Deer Creek Lake. Enjoy the landscape and look for resident waterfowl and songbirds. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Powerboating Basics (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Become the captain of your own ship! Experience driving a powerboat around Deer Creek Lake. A certified instructor will teach you how to launch and approach a dock, set an anchor, and execute close quarters turns. You will have a chance to practice your new skills by the end of the session. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Rifle and Handgun Shooting (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn rifle and handgun shooting basics from certified instructors, focusing on safety, accuracy, and technique. Participants will practice shooting at targets at an outdoor range, gaining confidence and skill. Beginners welcome. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Shoreline Fishing (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn the basics of this classic sport like choosing the right equipment, tying basic fishing knots, and how to cast correctly. During the session, you’ll also learn how to identify local Ohio fish. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Shotgun Shooting (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn the fundamentals of shotgun shooting from certified instructors. This beginner's course covers safety, proper handling, and shooting techniques, ensuring you gain confidence and skill in a supportive environment. Beginners welcome. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Come experience the exciting sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding! This activity combines a great workout with a fun recreation sport. In this session, participants will learn how to properly stand with balance and control, and essential paddle strokes to move in the water. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Trailering and Launching Boats (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Launching boats into a lake and getting them back on to the trailers can be quite tricky and intimidating. In this session, participants will learn the best way to trailer and launch a boat safely. Each participant will get a chance to handle a boat and maneuver it safely at the launch ramp! |
| 09/13/2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Tree ID (Sat PM) Saturday PM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Take a short hike through history with the Division of Forestry to learn about native trees and how they helped shape Ohio. You'll learn basic tree ID, use and care of trees, and forest management techniques. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Archery Fundamentals (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn how to shoot an arrow and hit the bullseye! Certified instructors will teach you how to select proper equipment and how to shoot on a compound and crossbow. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Cache Me if You Can! (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. If you love a good scavenger hunt, you’ll love geocaching! This class will teach you to use GPS equipment to find hidden treasures in the woods. You’ll learn skills from veteran “cachers” who will cover tips and tricks. Then, you will get a chance to try it for yourself by walking on and off trail to find a cache! |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Camping 101 (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Curious about camping? In this hands-on session you'll learn about camping amenities within Ohio State Parks, RV and tent basics, how to start a campfire, and much more. Plenty of time will be offered to answer your questions. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Deer Creek Dam Tour and Pollinator Garden Visit (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Visit the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for a tour of the Deer Creek dam to learn about this important flood control system. Descend and climb 176 steps, or use the elevator if needed. Explore the beautiful pollinator garden and enjoy the exhibit-filled visitor center afterward. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Golf for Beginners (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Swing into fun with our beginner golf class! Learn the basics of putting, chipping, and driving in a casual, supportive environment. Enjoy the scenic views of the park while perfecting your game. All equipment provided! |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Kayak Fishing (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 5 seats. Experience the tranquility of kayak fishing. Paddle through serene waters while casting your line for local fish species. This peaceful activity combines the joys of kayaking with the thrill of fishing, making for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Kayaking (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Learn to be one with the water! This session will cover the basics of kayaking and the essentials of safe paddling. Certified instructors will prepare you for a flat-water kayaking adventure, then you will get to try it out yourself. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Personal Watercrafts (Jet Ski) (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Jet Skiing is a fast and exhilarating experience on the lake. In this session participants will learn to safely operate one of these exciting, jet-propelled watercrafts from certified instructors. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Pontoon Excursion (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 8 seats. Take a leisurely and relaxing boat ride around the scenic Deer Creek Lake. Enjoy the landscape and look for resident waterfowl and songbirds. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Powerboating Basics (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 6 seats. Become the captain of your own ship! Experience driving a powerboat around Deer Creek Lake. A certified instructor will teach you how to launch and approach a dock, set an anchor, and execute close quarters turns. You will have a chance to practice your new skills by the end of the session. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Rifle and Handgun Shooting (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn rifle and handgun shooting basics from certified instructors, focusing on safety, accuracy, and technique. Participants will practice shooting at targets at an outdoor range, gaining confidence and skill. Beginners welcome. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Shoreline Fishing (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn the basics of this classic sport like choosing the right equipment, tying basic fishing knots, and how to cast correctly. During the session, you’ll also learn how to identify local Ohio fish. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Shotgun Shooting (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 11 seats. Learn the fundamentals of shotgun shooting from certified instructors. This beginner's course covers safety, proper handling, and shooting techniques, ensuring you gain confidence and skill in a supportive environment. Beginners welcome. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. Come experience the exciting sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding! This activity combines a great workout with a fun recreation sport. In this session, participants will learn how to properly stand with balance and control, and essential paddle strokes to move in the water. Participants should dress to get wet. |
| 09/14/2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Sustainable Living (Sun AM) Sunday AM This function has a capacity of 10 seats. The idea of living an eco-conscious lifestyle can be exciting, but also overwhelming! Fortunately, solar power and electric vehicles are not the only way individuals can protect the environment and save money. In this session, learn how small actions can have a big impact, with a focus on creating and maintaining a low maintenance, eco-friendly yard and garden. Prepare to get crafty making "green" products to enhance your outdoor space and help you along your sustainable living journey. |