Discovery Stories: Ducks
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]