Hike along the Blanchard River from Centennial Park to Riverside Park. During this guided hike, we will search for ducks, geese, and other animals. Dress appropriately for the weather, including layered clothing, hats, and gloves. Centennial Park 2 PM All ages are welcome. Free; registration is not required.
Charcoal has been used for thousands of years as a fuel source and as a medium to create art. Learn about the history of charcoal, how to produce charcoal in a home setting using natural materials, and how to use it to make art. Natural charcoal sticks and inks will be used to create art. […]
Join the Hancock Park District Program Department staff as they bring Little Mask, the baby raccoon puppet, to this year’s puppet show. Travel with Little Mask on the Oakwoods Midnight Express and meet animal friends along the way. Once the final stop is reached, join in the fun with singing and crafts. Oakwoods Nature Preserve […]
Join the Hancock Park District Program Department staff as they bring Little Mask, the baby raccoon puppet, to this year’s puppet show. Travel with Little Mask on the Oakwoods Midnight Express and meet animal friends along the way. Once the final stop is reached, join in the fun with singing and crafts. Oakwoods Nature Preserve […]
During our normal nighttime hikes, flashlights are usually discouraged and not used so our eyes can develop night vision. Well, this is not one of those night hikes. Light up the trails with flashlights as I See It, I Spot It is played. We will look for something and then when kids find it, they […]
Join the Hancock Park District Program Department staff as they bring Little Mask, the baby raccoon puppet, to this year’s puppet show. Travel with Little Mask on the Oakwoods Midnight Express and meet animal friends along the way. Once the final stop is reached, join in the fun with singing and crafts. Oakwoods Nature Preserve […]
President Lincoln is one of our most beloved presidents. There will be many books and pictures from a collection to look at. Get to know our 16th president better as you participate in the Abraham Lincoln scavenger hunt. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 1-4 PM All ages are welcome. Free; registration is not required.
Don’t mind the snow and cold, it’s time for a picnic. Bring a lunch or snack and a blanket to sit on and enjoy the warmth from the fire in the outdoor fire pit. We’ll bring the marshmallows for dessert. Litzenberg Memorial Woods Activity Barn Patio 12 PM Ages 3-6 with an adult; other ages […]
Whales are mammals that took living in water to the extreme. Learn about whales and their unique features, and about the different species of whales, porpoises, and dolphins that can be found around the world. Compare them to other aquatic mammals, including some that live in Ohio, such as beavers and otters. Children can create […]
The Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters, are a group of stars that are visible in the night sky. Learn about this deep space object; stories and folklore about the stars will be shared. If time permits, we will look at planets, constellations, and other deep space objects that are viewable in the night […]
There are many different animals that can sing. Learn about songs in nature featuring many artists like birds, frogs, and insects. Hear examples of animal songs. Make a homemade turkey call and create your own songs. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6 PM All ages are welcome. Free; but click here to register by 1 […]
Different animals have different shaped feet to help them survive in their habitat. Learn about the many types of animal feet and their uses. Listen to a story, look at rubber animal tracks, and create a plaster cast of an animal track. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 1 PM Ages 6-10 with an adult. Free; […]
