Activities
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Climbing Wall
(NEW for 2010)
Watch your group “climb to new heights” as they challenge themselves on our multi-level climbing wall. Located indoor, this class is offered all year round with one-on-one instruction from our trained and experienced staff members. Climbers of all levels, from beginners to the more advanced will enjoy the thrill of the climb! 
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High Ropes & Zip Line
Climb up 25 feet into the air to experience the challenge and adventure of our high course. Unite as a team to encourage each person through several elements and end with a flying sweep down our approximately 400 ft. long zip line. Age limit is 14 yrs & older. Running Time: Minimum 2 hrs.
Zip Line Only: No required age limit. Running Time: Minimum 1 hr. 
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Team Challenge Course
Step outside into the woods to experience our custom built challenge course, where your group will enjoy bonding over activities that promote unity, trust, communication and teamwork. Led by our experienced facilitators, expect a memorable event which creates an atmosphere conducive to realization, reflection and change, not to mention a lot of fun! Running Time: 2 hrs. 
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Group Problem Solving
Promote problem solving skills, leadership and teamwork within your group through interactive participation in these indoor/outdoor activities led by our enthusiastic facilitators using portable props and equipment. Running Time: 2 hr. 
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Night Hike
Explore nature during the night time hours as you follow our experienced facilitators on a guided trail hike. Experience magnificent star gazing (weather permitting) wildlife signs and sounds with renewed appreciation for the night. Running Time: 1 hr. 
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Archery
Head out to the woods and enjoy at time of facilitated archery at our range, where you will find re-curve bows and targets ready for your aim. Running Time: 1 hr. 
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Nature Center
Come and discover critters from all over the world. You may learn a thing or two as our educators bring out reptiles, amphibians and even some mammals for you to hold and study. Running Time: 1 hr. 
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Large Group Games
Your group will have a blast expending energy together while playing some action packed, zany games like Gold Rush and Noodle Soccer, just to name a few. Running Time: 2 hrs. 
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Pathfinders (Orienteering)
Learn how to pick up a compass and determine your path while you work your way through our basic orienteering course in the forest. Running Time: 1 hr. 
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Living History
Step back in time to the late 1700’s and experience life through the eyes of an early settler in the Ohio territory. Our staff will reenact the daily life of men and women, and you will have a chance to watch and participate as they demonstrate activities such as blacksmithing, candle making, cabin building, trapping, farming, cooking over the fire, etc. Running Time: 2hrs. 
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Amazing Race
Similar in design to the popular show, your group will enjoy fast-paced action as they compete in this exciting race. De-code the clues and complete challenges such as water balloon targeting, building fires, piecing puzzles together and more. Running Time: 2 hrs. 
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Hay Ride
Hop in our wagons and ride all over Heartland property on a classic hay ride. Running Time: 1 hr. 
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Campfire
End your day with an inviting time around one of our campfire areas. We will have your fire crackling by the time you are ready to gather and enjoy the tranquility of the evening. Ask about our roasting sticks if you plan on bringing s’mores or hotdogs for a snack. 
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Bird Blind
Quietly step into our wooded bird blind to observe native species up close in our feeding area. Identification guides are available, just ask our educators in the program department. 
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Nature Trails
Grab a trail map in our main lobby and head outside to enjoy the ever changing landscape of Heartland. Explore the western part of our property to find Alum Creek as it winds below cliffs and through wooded ravines, giving a spectacular show throughout the seasons.
