Crane Creek Paddle

Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 1997 that supports the conservation mission Ohio’s only national wildlife refuge complex by acquiring land, engaging the community and enhancing public access. Most of our tours and events are offered to you - free of charge! If you would like to make a donation to allow us to continue to make a visible impact on the refuge please visitwww.friendsofottawanwr.org. You may also make a donation in theRookery Nature Storeinside of the Refuge Visitor Center. All donations and store proceeds directly support habitat conservation and environmental education efforts at the refuge.

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Get out onto Crane Creek to get a different view of the refuge!

Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge - Visitor Center

Unfortunately, we are at capacity for this beach cleanup. 

This event is part of our recurring monthly cleanups, usually scheduled on the second Saturday of every month. Keep an eye out for future volunteer events to help us keep plastic waste and other litter off of our beaches and out of our waterways and local communities!

Get out onto Crane Creek to get a different view of the refuge! Spend an hour on the water kayaking around Crane Creek and out towards Lake Erie, learning from Park Rangers and Wildlife Communications Specialists along the way.Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets are provided. Wearing the provided life jacket is required. Meet at the trailhead parking lot. Sunscreen, water, hat, sunglasses, and a towel are recommended. Event is subject to change due to weather. Ages 8 and up but must be able to kayak by themselves.Registration is required on Eventbrite. Limit is 9 participants. This is a free program.

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