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Get Involved

Go on a hike, meet naturalists, volunteer. At Oxbow there is a meaningful way for everyone to contribute to wetland preservation.

Give a Hoot
Volunteer opportunities

Give a morning to the Oxbow

Work days and outings run year-round. No experience needed. Bring sturdy shoes and water.

A large group of volunteers gathered on a gravel lot after the Spring River Sweep

Give a Hoot for Oxbow

Do you give a hoot about the Oxbow? Volunteer with us each month for projects such as river sweeps, invasive species removal, seed collecting, and more!

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Volunteers at the river sweep

Conservation Crew

Help with habitat restoration projects. This dedicated team of volunteers works alongside our Land Steward on hands-on conservation projects.

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A white multi-compartment bird house on a pole in front of green trees

Bird Monitoring

Alongside Oxbow's bird experts, learn how to construct and site bluebird boxes and chimney swift towers for bird monitoring.

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Oxbow Membership

Memberships support our mission for land acquisition, habitat restoration, and the daily stewardship that keeps the floodplain at the mouth of the Great Miami River wild.

All memberships include
  • Full Wetland Matters newsletter (bi-monthly)
  • First word on walks, field trips, and the Birdathon
  • Access to member-exclusive events and activities
Two Oxbow volunteers smiling behind a table of brochures under a tentMembers and friends at the Oxbow 40th anniversary celebration dinnerA naturalist shows a turtle to a group at the lakeshore during a Tuesday Night TalkOxbow staff at the outreach table under the "Preserve, Protect, Improve" tent

Discover the wonders of the Oxbow

Browse some of the unique species that rely on the Oxbow, see community photographs, and learn when and where to look.

Prothonotary WarblerOsprey
Great Blue HeronIndigo Bunting
Red-shouldered Hawk

Are you a teacher, educator, or student?

We offer field trips, grants, and research opportunities for students and educators alike.

Education & Research
Tuesday Night Talk

Help protect what matters

Become a member and support the Oxbow. Get access to exclusive newsletters, events, and more.

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Oh, hi there.

I guess the duck isn’t the only one who stops here.

3 active alerts

Oxbow Road: possible closure

September 24

Oxbow Road may be closed completely or partially depending on weather and road conditions. You can still hike or walk the road, but please park in the parking lot and do not block the gates.

Bird migration in progress

September 23

Oxbow is home to hundreds of migrating birds. Please help us keep it this way by not disturbing active nesting and migration activities.

South entrance muddy

September 22

Due to recent rains the southern entrance is extremely muddy and could prove difficult for vehicle and foot traffic.