Our Work

The Mission of the Glen Helen Association: We steward and strengthen Glen Helen for present and future generations, safeguard the ecological, historical, and geological resources within its bounds, and utilize the preserve to offer life-shaping environmental learning to our students and visitors.

Connecting People with Nature

We maintain a 15-mile long network of trails in Glen Helen. You are welcome here! Check out our Trail Map page for more information.
View Trail Map

We connect people with nature and their environment with a wide array of public programs for all ages, including hikes, book clubs, lectures, and more. Many of our programs are held at Trailside Museum, which offers engaging exhibits and live animals. Visit our Program Calendar to learn more.

View Our Program Calendar
Visit Trailside Museum

Educating the Next Generation

We offer environmental learning for youth, with an emphasis on residential experiences using Glen Helen as a natural classroom. Learn more about our Outdoor School and Summer Ecocamp programs by visiting their pages.
Explore Outdoor School
Explore Summer Ecocamp

Rehabilitating Birds of Prey

We rehabilitate injured, orphaned, or starving hawks, owls, eagles, falcons, and vultures, and work to release them for a second chance at life in the wild.
Learn about Our Rehab Work

Educating our Community about Wildlife

We offer programs to provide up-close-and-personal experiences with raptors, and help people better understand the importance of predators in a healthy environment. Learn more about our Raptor Center’s education work by visiting their page.
Visit the Raptor Center

Environmental Training

We train the next generation of environmental educators and wildlife conservators through our internship programs at the Outdoor Education Center and Raptor Center.
Explore Outdoor Ed Center Internship
Explore Raptor Center Internship

Stewarding the Natural Environment

We steward the natural environment of Glen Helen Nature Preserve, an 1,125-acre area that includes over a mile of the State- and National Scenic Little Miami River.

Learn about Our Stewardship Activities

Help Make Our Work Possible!

All of our work is made possible by our wonderful supporters. If you would like to support our work, please consider making a gift to the Glen or joining us as a member!
Give to Glen Helen
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