Natural Resources Area at the Hartford Fair

Today is the last day to soak up all of the outdoor fun in the Natural Resources Area at the Hartford Fair! Stop in for one or two activities or stay the whole day! We have another amazing day in store and can't wait to see you!

🌿🎯 Join us today, Thursday, August 7 at the Hartford Fair Natural Resources Area! Only TWO more days of hands-on activities, don’t miss out!

🕚 Schedule of Events:
🔫 11:00–4:00 – BB Gun Range
🎨 11:00–4:00 – Critter Craft
🏛️ 11:00–4:00 – Newark Earthworks Activity
🛶 12:00–3:30 – Paddle the Pond & Archery Range
🏁 2:00–4:00 – Felt Banner Make & Take Craft

Bring the family and explore nature, history, crafts, and outdoor adventures! 📍 Find us in the Natural Resources Area at the Hartford Fair.

🎣🐛 Join us at the Hartford Fair Natural Resources Area TODAY, Wednesday, August 6 for another lively day full of learning and hands-on activities for all ages!

📅 Here’s what’s happening:

🐟 9:00–12:00 – Junior Fishing Competition
🐞 11:00–2:00 – OSU Bug Mobile
🎣 11:00–3:30 – Open Fishing
🎨 11:00–4:00 – Felt Banner Craft
🔪 12:00–1:30 – Fish Fileting Demonstration

📍Located in the Natural Resources Area — stop by and explore with us!

It has been a busy afternoon in the Natural Resources Area thus far! Our special guests today included the Ohio Falconry Association, a rain barrel demonstration and a wonderful presentation on Paddling and Archery followed by rain barrel and rock painting. We have another Falconry presentation at 3:00 p.m. today! Stop by and check out some of nature's amazing creatures!

Another full afternoon of fun lies ahead in the Natural Resources area at the Hartford Fair! See today's schedule below! 👇

Join us in the Natural Resources Area for a fun-filled Monday, August 4! This area is perfect for families and nature lovers alike! 🐸🌻

🦔 We are very excited about today’s agenda as we will be joined by animal ambassadors from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium! Enjoy an up-close look at some of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s animal ambassadors!

🎨 11:00–1:00 – Face Painting
✂️ 11:00–4:00 – Felt Banner Craft
🏹 12:00–3:30 – Archery Range Open
🛶 12:00–3:30 – Paddle the Pond
🦎 1:00–2:00 – Columbus Zoo Ambassador Animals

📸 Don’t forget to snap a photo and tag us while you're here! 🔗 Scan the QR code on-site for more events all week long!

Rise and shine, it's Hartford Fair time! It's the first official day! Check out the schedule below 👇 for today, Sunday, August 3 for the Natural Resources Area. This area is a MUST stop during your visit to the fair!

Don't miss the opportunity to explore the Natural Resources Area at the Hartford Fair! More details in the post below!

Check out the schedule for the Natural Resources Area. Make sure you make it a stop on your fair visit!

🦁🐍 The Columbus Zoo is coming to the Hartford Fair! 🐢🦉

Join us in the Natural Resources Area on Monday, August 4 at 1:00 p.m. or a wild visit from the Columbus Zoo and some of their favorite animal ambassadors! 🐾 Meet fascinating creatures up close, ask questions, and learn about the amazing world of wildlife conservation.

📍 This special event is just one part of a week-long lineup of fun and educational programming happening in the Natural Resources Area all fair week long—so be sure to stop by often!

Don’t miss this wild adventure!

Enjoy a little respite from the hustle and bustle of the fair in the Natural Resources Area. Our Hartford Fair schedule is packed with education and activities for the entire family!

Activity Highlight: The Licking Park District is offering paddling and archery Monday, August 4th and Thursday, August 7th. Canoes will be available to enjoy some time on the water.

It’s one of our most favorite times of year! The Hartford Fair is Sunday, August 3 through Saturday, August 9! 🌿🎡 Join us all week long for hands-on fun, nature activities, and family-friendly experiences at the Hartford Fair Natural Resources Area! 🐟🌳🦅 Thank you to Amazon Web Services for providing funding for all the wonderful programming below!

📅 Highlights include:

⭐ Ohio Nature Education Center
⭐ Zoo visit with The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
⭐ Falconry show with Ohio Falconry Association
⭐ Bug Mobile
⭐ Newark Earthworks
⭐ Library Bus & The Johnstown Community Sportsman's Club

... and so much more!

🎯 Daily activities like fishing, crafts, paddling & archery, contests, and games make this the place to be all week! 📍 Located at the Natural Resources Area – come explore, learn, and enjoy! See the full schedule on the flyer below – don’t miss your favorites! For more information about the fair, visit www.hartfordfair.com/. Hartford Fair