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 […]

Explore the trails in a 29.4-acre restored wetland along the Blanchard River. Observe the stars in the night sky and search for wetland animals that have returned to the area […]

Trees are a vital part of nature. During this guided hike, look for the largest tree, find the state tree of Ohio, and observe wildlife. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center […]

Troy Willoughby from the Millstream Astronomy Club will present a program titled My Astrophotography Set-up. See how to build a backyard observatory and equip it with telescopes, computers, and other […]

Learn about animals living underground. View worms up close, try worm calling, and go on a hike to search for underground creatures by looking for burrows and flipping logs. This […]

Learn the basics of spinning wool, from the history of spinning to the process of taking fleece from a sheep and turning it into usable yarn. Participants will use a […]

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 […]

Try the amazing art of tie-dyeing. Repurpose an old, white T-shirt and turn it into something new. Participants must bring their own T-shirt. Dyes will be provided. Oakwoods Nature Preserve […]

During this guided hike, search for cool insects and buggy creatures like butterflies, ants, beetles, spiders, and rollie pollies, use nets to collect bugs, and take a close-up look. Riverbend […]

Celebrate the start of summer vacation with a cookout. Enjoy hot dogs roasted over the fire, chips, veggies, s’mores, and lemonade, and play cornhole and ladder ball. Bring your own […]

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 […]

Try your hand at catching fish in Giertz Lake. Learn about the basics of fishing, fishing gear, common sport fish species, and about fish behavior. All skill levels are welcome. […]