Do you know some things about nature? Do you want to learn more? Join Hancock Park District Naturalist Michelle Rumschlag in this new adult series during the winter months. Raptors are the next to be highlighted. Learn about the differences between hawks, owls, falcons, and eagles. Get hands-on to look at their feathers, skulls, and […]
Come inside on a cold Friday night and enjoy popcorn and the movie, How to Train Your Dragon. Each child will go home with a little toy dragon. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6 PM All ages are welcome. Free; but click here to register by 1 PM on Friday, January 16. Minimum: 4/Maximum: 30
Winter is the best time to search for owls. During this guided night hike, we will talk about the different types of owls found in Ohio, such as the Eastern Screech Owl and the Great Horned Owl. Recorded owl calls will be played on the trail to see if owls will respond in the wild. […]
Without having a freezer, pioneers needed to fetch their own ice. Learn how pioneers harvested ice in the winter and how they used that ice throughout the year. Samples of maple syrup candy and hot chocolate will be available. Litzenberg Memorial Woods McKinnis House 1-4 PM All ages are welcome. Free; registration is not required.
On this day, a group of men drilling for oil along the Blanchard River struck a gas deposit. This gas deposit was the largest known deposit in the world at the time which caused Findlay to go from a small village into a booming city. Learn about the oil and gas deposits in Ohio, the […]
Bare trees can tell us a lot about what happened last year. Bird, squirrel, and insect nests, holes in trunks, and missing bark are just a few examples of what can be seen when the leaves are gone. We will hike in search of trees and see what they can tell us about nature. Oakwoods […]
Learn about the heroes that many of the constellations are named after. Explore the various icons of Greek mythology and then go inside the planetarium to observe their constellations. Participants are required to sit on the floor. Please ask for accommodations. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6 PM All ages are welcome. Free; but click […]
Learn about the heroes that many of the constellations are named after. Explore the various icons of Greek mythology and then go inside the planetarium to observe their constellations. Participants are required to sit on the floor. Please ask for accommodations. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6 PM All ages are welcome. Free; but click […]
Take an evening hike and admire the winter landscape. During this guided hike, we will look for nocturnal animals, such as opossums and owls. Dress appropriately for the weather, including layered clothing, hats, and gloves. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6 PM Ages 16 and up. Free; registration is not required.
Making pie crust can be a fun and simple activity to do with the family. Learn how to create interesting pie crusts along with the traditional crust, sample different types of crusts, and make fun pie crust shapes by using cookie cutters, which can be taken home to bake. All supplies will be provided. Oakwoods […]
With the leaves gone from the trees, winter is an excellent time to look for woodpeckers. On this guided bird hike, we will search for woodpeckers and talk about their unique features and behavior. We will also search for woodpecker-like birds, such as nuthatches and creepers, and for other winter birds. Binoculars will be provided […]
A hobby is a pleasurable activity that people pursue in their leisure time for enjoyment, relaxation, and personal interest. Share your hobbies and view the ones that will be on display including rocks, sewing needle cases, football items, Abraham Lincoln postcards, and sewing machine advertising. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6-8 PM All ages are welcome. […]
