Educational Tours and Talks

Looking to dive deeper into environmental issues and solutions? Our tours and talks are led by passionate experts, educators, and activists who’ll walk you through real-world challenges and innovative ideas.

From urban farming and recycling systems to climate resilience and green tech, these sessions are packed with knowledge and inspiration. Come with questions—leave with tools to make a difference.

Check out the 2026 schedule below.


Education Tent

Time Topic
12 - 1PM  Lawn Conversion to Native Landscaping - Michael Keeler - Ohio Native Concepts
1 - 1:30PM  Strengthening Tree Nutrition through Application of Biofertilizers - Tim Ascher - Ascher Tree Services
1:30 - 2PM Bats (Title TBD) - Marne Titchenell - OSU Extension
2 - 3PM Lawn Conversion to Native Landscaping - Michael Keeler - Ohio Native Concepts
3 - 3:30PM How to prune trees - Elliot Smith - Big Darby Tree Services
3:30 - 4PM Bats (Title TBD) - Marne Titchenell - OSU Extension
4 - 4:30PM SWAG - Alaina Engdah
4:30 - 5PM How to Prune Trees - Elliot Smith - Big Darby Tree Services
5 - 5:30PM Strengthening Tree Nutrition through Application of Biofertilizers - Tim Ascher - Ascher Tree Services

Education Tours

Time Topic
11:30 AM BioBlitz - Ongoing
11:45 AM Kids Scavenger Hunt - Ongoing
12:00 PM Trees for Birds
12:30 PM History & Mission of Scioto Audubon / Bird Walk
1:00 PM Trees for Birds
1:30 PM Bird Walk
2:00 PM Tree ID tour - Kate Ascher
3:30 PM History & Mission of Scioto Audubon
4:00 PM Tree ID tour - Mort Schmidt