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Tour the 1847 McKinnis homestead to discover what it was like to live as a pioneer and some of the jobs they had during the fall. The tour will include […]

There could be coolness in the air of a mid-fall evening to walk through the woods in search of the full moon. Listen to hear the hooting of Oakwoods’ resident […]

Seeds are plentiful in nature this time of year. Children will get to do the following involving seeds: use old socks to collect them, make a nature scene with paper and glue, play a toss game, try their hand at matching them up, and see what animals eat them. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center Porch […]

The Plein Air Gatherings are an opportunity for artists to get together and paint or draw outdoors “en plein air” in Hancock County parks.  All adult artists who use any medium conducive to working outdoors are welcome.  If you are new to plein air painting or are hesitant to go out on your own, these […]

Have you participated in one of the Hancock Park District’s archery instructional programs and want more practice? A certified archery instructor will supervise an archery open shoot. Archery equipment will be provided. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Dold Lake 1 PM Ages 9 and up. Click here to register with $10 per person by 1 PM on […]

The Plein Air Gatherings are an opportunity for artists to get together and paint or draw outdoors “en plein air” in Hancock County parks.  All adult artists who use any medium conducive to working outdoors are welcome.  If you are new to plein air painting or are hesitant to go out on your own, these […]

The woods are full of fall foliage. Walk around Goose Lake and see what might be taking a rest on the lake during this time of migration. Bring along your camera to capture the fall colors. Aeraland Recreation Area Picnic Shelter 6 PM All ages are welcome. Free; registration is not required. Chris Allen callen@hancockparks.com

Self-guided fall float trips on the Blanchard River Water Trail are available on select Saturdays and Sundays from mid-October to early November. Float trips begin and end at Zonta Landing at Riverside Park Waterfront. Canoeists and kayakers can enjoy early autumn along the Blanchard River as they paddle upstream past the Country Club’s golf course, […]

Join in a celebration of Northwest Ohio history! The 1847 McKinnis House and workshop will be open with costumed interpreters and horse-drawn hayrides will be taking place around the prairie. Ongoing demonstrations by a tinsmith and blacksmith and don’t forget to stop by the paddock area to check out the live farm animals. Music by […]

Self-guided fall float trips on the Blanchard River Water Trail are available on select Saturdays and Sundays from mid-October to early November. Float trips begin and end at Zonta Landing at Riverside Park Waterfront. Canoeists and kayakers can enjoy early autumn along the Blanchard River as they paddle upstream past the Country Club’s golf course, […]

It’s everything pumpkins. After a short story about pumpkins, children will be able to do pumpkin bowling, pumpkin tossing, check out a dissected one, and a make your own jack o’ lantern face. Participants can also make a construction paper pumpkin to take home. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center Porch 10 AM Ages 3 and […]

As Halloween approaches, it’s fun to explore animals related to the season. Learn about bats and construct a bat out of a pinecone. This craft involves gluing and cutting out parts for the bat. All supplies will be provided. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6 PM Ages 5-8 with an adult. Free; but click here […]