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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261204T180000
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SUMMARY:Champion Trees
DESCRIPTION:Champion trees are the largest trees found in a state\, a country\, or the world. Information and discussion will focus on the measurements and point system used to determine a champion tree\, champion trees found in Ohio\, and one tree that is up for consideration in Hancock County. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n6-7 PM\nAges 16 and up.\nFree; but register at https://hancockparks.activityreg.com/ by 1 PM on Friday\, December 4.\nMinimum: 2/Maximum: 25 \nMaclain Teeple\nmteeple@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/champion-trees/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261205T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261205T150000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175438Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175438Z
UID:5849-1796475600-1796482800@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:The Baker’s Dozen: A Saint Nicholas Tale
DESCRIPTION:Listen to the fireside story\, The Baker’s Dozen\, find out what a baker’s dozen is\, play Gingerbread Man\, and decorate a cookie. Christmas cookie cutters will be on display. \nRiverbend Recreation Area\nThe Meadows Activity Area\nBrugeman Lodge \n1-3 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nRegister online at https://hancockparks.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs with $4 per person by 1 PM on Friday\, December 4.\nMinimum: 6/Maximum:40 \nChris Allen\ncallen@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/the-bakers-dozen-a-saint-nicholas-tale/
LOCATION:Riverbend Recreation Area\, Brugeman Lodge\, 9250 TR 208\, Findlay\, Ohio\, 45840
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261206T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261206T180000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175511Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175511Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Celebration: Open House
DESCRIPTION:There is a real buzz in the McKinnis House this holiday season. The smell of Sarah Fishel’s gingersnap cookies will fill the air as they bake in the wood cookstove and Robert McKinnis will carve a Christmas gift\, while other family members play the dulcimer and sing songs of the season. \nLitzenberg Memorial Woods\nMcKinnis House \n3-6 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nChris Allen\ncallen@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/holiday-celebration-open-house/
LOCATION:Litzenberg Memorial Woods\, McKinnis House\, 6100 US 224 West\, Findlay\, Ohio\, 45840
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261207T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261207T110000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175542Z
CREATED:20261030T153836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175542Z
UID:5853-1796637600-1796641200@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Stories: Animal Bones
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the importance of animal bones. Look at skulls and skeletons\, including some from extinct animals\, compare different animal skeletons\, complete a bone scavenger hunt\, and create a fish skeleton craft. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n10-11 AM\nAges 4-6 with an adult; other aged siblings are welcome to attend.\nFree; registration is not required. \nTim Kleman\ntkleman@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/discovery-stories-animal-bones/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261208T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261208T193000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175615Z
CREATED:20261030T154202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175615Z
UID:5855-1796752800-1796758200@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:History of Soft Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Whether you call it soda or pop\, soft drinks are a special treat. Discover the history of soft drinks from their medicinal start to modern production. A variety of soft drinks will be available. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n6-7:30 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; but register online at https://hancockparks.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs by 1 PM on Tuesday\, December 8.\nMinimum: 3/Maximum: 20 \nMaclain Teeple\nmteeple@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/history-of-soft-drinks/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261211T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261211T140000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175642Z
CREATED:20261030T155844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175642Z
UID:5857-1796994000-1796997600@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Little Hands Nature Club: Pinecones
DESCRIPTION:Look at several types of pinecones that can be found in the park and make a pinecone ornament to take home. Hike the trails in search of pinecones and the animals that eat them\, including red squirrels and Carolina chickadees. \nRiverbend Recreation Area\nBig Oaks Activity Area\nMariann Dana Younger Memorial Pavilion \n1-2 PM\nAges 3-6 with an adult; other aged siblings are welcome to attend.\nFree; registration is not required. \nMichelle Rumschlag\nmrumschlag@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/little-hands-nature-club-pinecones/
LOCATION:Riverbend Recreation Area\, Big Oaks Activity Area\, Mariann Dana Younger Memorial Pavilion
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261212T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261212T110000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175709Z
CREATED:20261030T160100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175709Z
UID:5859-1797066000-1797073200@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Winter Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Even though many birds have left Ohio for the winter\, there are still interesting species that can be found in the park. We will search for year-round resident birds\, such as the northern cardinal and the American goldfinch\, and for birds that are only in Ohio during the winter\, such as the dark-eyed junco and the northern shrike. Binoculars will be provided or bring your own. Dress appropriately for the weather\, including layered clothing\, hats\, and gloves. \nAeraland Recreation Area\nShelter \n9-11 AM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nTim Kleman\ntkleman@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/winter-bird-hike/
LOCATION:Aeraland Recreation Area\, Shelter\, Fostoria\, OH\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261213T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261213T140000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175752Z
CREATED:20261030T174649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175752Z
UID:5871-1797166800-1797170400@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Snowy Mason Jar Luminaries
DESCRIPTION:Create decorations for winter décor. Make a mason jar luminary with decoupage\, glitter\, and decorations. All supplies will be provided. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n1-2 PM\nAges 10 and up.\nRegister online at https://hancockparks.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs with $5 per person by 1 PM on Friday\, December 11.\nMinimum: 3/Maximum: 12 \nMaclain Teeple\nmteeple@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/snowy-mason-jar-luminaries/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261214T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261214T110000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175825Z
CREATED:20261030T174802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175825Z
UID:5873-1797242400-1797246000@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Wee Ones: The Christmas Pickle
DESCRIPTION:The story\, The Christmas Pickle\, will be read followed by a pickle scavenger hunt. Create an ornament to hide on your Christmas tree. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n10-11 AM\nAges 3 and under with an adult; other aged siblings are welcome to attend.\nFree; registration is not required. \nChris Allen\ncallen@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/wee-ones-the-christmas-pickle/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261215T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261215T190000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175851Z
CREATED:20261030T174915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175851Z
UID:5875-1797357600-1797361200@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:What Happens to Aquatic Life During the Winter?
DESCRIPTION:As seasons change and temperatures drop\, bodies of water begin to freeze and plants and animals seem to disappear. Learn how aquatic life like fish\, frogs\, and turtles cope with drastic changes to their environment. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n6-7 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nTim Kleman\ntkleman@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/what-happens-to-aquatic-life-during-the-winter/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261217T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261217T193000
DTSTAMP:20261030T175918Z
CREATED:20261030T175119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T175918Z
UID:5877-1797532200-1797535800@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Planetarium: Geminids & Ursids Meteor Showers
DESCRIPTION:Two meteor showers\, the Geminids and the Ursids\, take place in December. At the time of this planetarium program\, only a few days remain of the Geminids shower with meteors falling from an asteroid rather than a comet. The Geminids shower ends on December 20. On December 21\, the Ursids shower begins. While inside the planetarium\, learn about these meteor showers and why they occur in December. Participants are required to sit on the floor. Ask about accommodations. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n6:30-7:30 PM\nFree; but register online at https://hancockparks.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs by 1 PM on Thursday\, December 17.\nMaximum: 25 \nMichelle Rumschlag\nmrumschlag@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/planetarium-geminids-ursids-meteor-showers/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261219T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261219T160000
DTSTAMP:20261030T180056Z
CREATED:20261030T180056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T180056Z
UID:5892-1797685200-1797696000@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:North Pole Hang Out
DESCRIPTION:The Richard S. “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center will be decorated for the holiday season. A Christmas story\, Merry Merry Holly Holly will be read at 2 PM. Afterward\, make an acorn and holly ornament\, play snowball toss and the snowflake game\, and relax by the fire. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n1-4 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nChris Allen\ncallen@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/north-pole-hang-out/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261220T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261220T160000
DTSTAMP:20261030T180223Z
CREATED:20261030T180223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T180223Z
UID:5894-1797771600-1797782400@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:History of Cookie Cutters
DESCRIPTION:Cookie cutters date back to ancient times; wooden cookie cutters were likely the first type made. A large selection of cookie cutters will be on display. Use cookie cutters to create an ornament. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n1-4 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nChris Allen\ncallen@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/history-of-cookie-cutters/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261221T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261221T193000
DTSTAMP:20261030T180610Z
CREATED:20261030T180610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T180610Z
UID:5896-1797876000-1797881400@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:First Day of Winter Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:The winter solstice gives us the most darkness of any day during the year\, almost 15 hours. Will nocturnal animals who have not gone to sleep for the winter like racoons and opossums be enjoying the night? Bundle up as we hike the trails to find out. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center Porch \n6-7:15 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nMichelle Rumschlag\nmrumschlag@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/first-day-of-winter-night-hike/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center Porch\, 1400 Oakwoods Lane\, Findlay\, OH\, 45840\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261223T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261223T160000
DTSTAMP:20261030T180752Z
CREATED:20261030T180752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T180752Z
UID:5898-1798016400-1798041600@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Richard S. “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Discovery Center will be open for visitation. Visitors can choose to participate in unstructured and/or structured activities. Activities and attractions include birdwatching via the Windows on Wildlife\, mounted animals and live animals on display\, nature videos\, field guides and nature books for reading\, touch table and puppets\, and seasonal displays and exhibits. A Program Department staff member will be available to answer questions. At 1 PM\, join Hancock Park District Program Specialist Mac Teeple for Sugar Painting. Make a winter painting of a snowman or snowflake using powdered sugar as paint. All supplies will be provided. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n9 AM-4 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nTim Kleman\ntkleman@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/richard-s-doc-phillips-discovery-center-open-house-8/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261227T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261227T140000
DTSTAMP:20261030T180925Z
CREATED:20261030T180925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T180925Z
UID:5900-1798376400-1798380000@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Step Into the New Year
DESCRIPTION:Get motivated for the new year with a walk through the park. Hike the trails and think about New Year’s resolutions. Dress appropriately for the weather\, including layered clothing\, hats\, and gloves. \nLitzenberg Memorial Woods\nGatehouse \n1-2 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nMaclain Teeple\nmteeple@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/step-into-the-new-year/
LOCATION:Litzenberg Memorial Woods\, Gatehouse\, 6100 US 224 West\, Findlay\, 45840
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261228T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261228T160000
DTSTAMP:20261030T181117Z
CREATED:20261030T181117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T181117Z
UID:5902-1798462800-1798473600@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:How to Display Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Rocks are fun to collect\, but how can you display them? Several types of rock displays will be available to look at and then make your own egg carton rock display. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n1-4 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nChris Allen\ncallen@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/how-to-display-rocks/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261229T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261229T120000
DTSTAMP:20261030T181250Z
CREATED:20261030T181250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T181250Z
UID:5904-1798534800-1798545600@hancockparks.com
SUMMARY:Nature Board Games
DESCRIPTION:Play a variety of board games that are both fun and educational\, such as Mighty Mussels Journey Through the Wetlands\, Rock Collectors\, Moon Mission\, and Tracking Twister. Other activities include nature jigsaw puzzles\, a scavenger hunt\, and coloring pages. \nOakwoods Nature Preserve\nDiscovery Center \n9 AM-12 PM\nAll ages are welcome.\nFree; registration is not required. \nTim Kleman\ntkleman@hancockparks.com
URL:https://hancockparks.com/event/nature-board-games/
LOCATION:Oakwoods Nature Preserve\, Discovery Center
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