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 […]
“to be announced” – by J. T. Senghas Shelter House #5 9 PM
On this hike, we will look at conifer trees. There are a lot of different kinds of conifer trees, including pine trees. They produce pinecones of many shapes and sizes. The fastest growing pine tree in the park is the white pine. We will also look at red pine, spruce, and red cedar. Riverbend Recreation […]
Animals have many different mechanisms for defense. Some animals might run or hide, while other animals might fight back. Learn about the animals that may sting, bite, or even burn to protect themselves, such as the scorpion, fire ant, and bombardier beetle. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center Porch 6 PM Ages 14-17. Free, but click […]
August 6 is the middle of summer. The start of school is fast approaching. It is a great time to get the family outside for a night hike. Our hike will start before sunset and end during twilight. We will listen for nocturnal birds, like the Barred Owl and the Common Nighthawk. Litzenberg Memorial Woods […]
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 […]
There will be square areas marked off. Children will have magnifying glasses to help them look closely at what is inside the squares. As they move from area to area, […]
Our friend Smokey Bear turns 80 years old today. To celebrate, watch a shadow puppet show inside the Discovery Center to learn about the story of Smokey Bear and about […]
Even though fall is still a month away, the fall migration for shorebirds is already in full swing. Shorebirds spend most of their lives along the shore, as their name […]
It is a great time to observe the pollinators and wildlife at the new wetlands at Bright Conservation Area. We will look at wildflowers, such as purple coneflowers and blue […]
Enjoy a leisurely kayak trip on the Blanchard River. The float will begin and end at Zonta Landing. Kayakers will travel upstream to Bright Road and back. There should be […]
The sling is one of the world’s oldest tools for hunting and protecting livestock. Try your hand at using a simple shepherd’s sling. Learn about the history of the sling, […]
