History tells us that the 1800s marked a significant period in fruit cultivation, with apples being among the most prominent fruit available. In fact, pioneer settlers established orchards for crops and cultivated fruits for food. Join us at the historic 1847 McKinnis House where we will bake apples and pears in the cookstove, talk about […]
Being a bunny is not always fun; ears are long, too many siblings, and carrots are boring to eat every day. Find out what happens when bunny lives with other animal families. After the story, play bunny hopscotch. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 1 PM Ages 3 and under with an adult; other aged siblings […]
One of the best ways to help wildlife is to establish native plants at home. Participants will create a plantable piece of paper with imbedded native seeds. Learn about the different plant species available for planting and what types of wildlife they will help. Plant the finished paper at home or give away pieces to […]
With a visit to the McKinnis House, children will learn about the maple sugaring process. They can watch a pioneer make pancakes and then try one with some maple syrup, observe how sap becomes syrup, and participate in activities involving Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers and maple trees. Litzenberg Memorial Woods Shelter 1 PM Ages 3-6 with an […]
Woodcarving is a creative hobby using knives and other tools to remove wood to create a figure or an ornate object. Learn about the history of carving, tools, wood, safety, carving techniques, and the process of turning a block of wood into a carving. Participants will learn to carve their own bluebird silhouette decoy. All […]
Spring is almost here and the temperatures are starting to fluctuate. This means that conditions are right for collecting maple tree sap. Step back in time to see the process the pioneers and Native Americans used to collect sap and boil it down to produce sweet maple syrup. Other stops of interest include sap science […]
Become a citizen scientist by counting birds through the Window on Wildlife for Project FeederWatch. Learn about Project FeederWatch, common backyard birds, bird feeding basics, and view mounts of local birds. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 10 AM-12 PM All ages are welcome. Free; registration is not required. Tim Kleman tkleman@hancockparks.com
While the term small can be subjective, in this open house it means any mammal found in Ohio measuring under a foot in length. These furry friends also weigh less than half a pound. Check out displays on bats, moles, shrews, voles, and mice, including skulls, tracks, and scat and learn why these tiny mammals […]
Scattered throughout the country are small, marked metal disks called benchmarks. Some people will search for them, similar to geocaching. Learn about the hobby of benchmarking, what benchmarks are used for, and how to find these hidden disks. After the presentation, participants can drive themselves to downtown Findlay to search for benchmarks as a group. […]
Explore the world of prehistoric life that lived in Ohio before the time of the dinosaurs. Participants will view real fossils, create a paper trilobite craft, and go on a pretend fossil dig to find fossils to take home. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 10 AM Ages 3-6 with an adult. Other aged siblings are […]
There are all kinds of wildlife that make their homes in the wetlands of Ohio. During this guided hike, look for wetland plants and animals, such as Sandhill Cranes, Mallard Ducks, Western chorus frogs, mourning cloak butterflies, Eastern brown snakes, and the marsh marigold. The trail may be wet and muddy, so wear the appropriate […]
It is time to look for the frog moon. Spring peepers and Western chorus frogs should be calling when the first full moon of spring rises. Trails may be wet and muddy, so wear the appropriate shoes. Litzenberg Memorial Woods Gatehouse 8 PM All ages are welcome. Free; registration is not required. Michelle Rumschlag mrumschlag@hancockparks.com
