Thousands of years ago, Ohio was covered in a large block of ice called a glacier. During that time, Ohio was home to many animals that are no longer alive […]

Celebrate National Bookmark Day by making a variety of bookmarks from Christmas cards with a winter scene, a felt corner in the shape of a cat, and a mouse tail […]

Many people know about the endangered and threatened species of Ohio wildlife, but Ohio’s extirpated species are less well known. When a species is extirpated, it has been eliminated from […]

When the trees have lost their leaves, it can be easier to see nests. During this guided hike, we will look for bird nests, squirrel dreys, and nests inside tree […]

Learn about squirrels, which are one of the most common backyard animals, and about the different types of squirrels that can be found in the parks. Participants will listen to […]

As winter is ending, venture out to see the last full moon of the cold season. Listen for Barred Owls, American Woodcock, and wood frogs. Trails may be wet and […]

Birds are covered with feathers, which are used for more than just flying. Learn about the parts of a feather and how people use them, listen to a story about […]

The art of map making is centuries old. Maps are used to show the locations of important landmarks around the world. Learn about the history of map making, the key […]

Look up and down and search for signs of spring. While hiking, stop, look, and listen for wood frogs calling, bees buzzing, mourning cloak butterflies flying, and the harbinger-of-spring blooming. […]

March is a great time to see ducks as they fly north for spring migration. Use pictures and mounts to learn about ducks and what makes ducks unique, listen to a story about the amazing life of a mallard duck, and create a wearable duck bill out of cardstock and string. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery […]

Anyone who spends time outside should be aware of ticks, which are bloodsucking parasites, and know proper prevention techniques, since some ticks can transmit a variety of pathogens, leading to serious illnesses. Learn about ticks, their life cycle, various diseases that can be transmitted from tick bites, prevention techniques, how to remove ticks from the […]

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 […]