• Choose Your Own Space Adventure

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Travel through space and choose your own adventure. Roll the dice with your crewmates to decide what path your spaceship will take and then go into the planetarium to see the different destinations. Make wise choices since supplies will be limited on the journey. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6 PM All ages are welcome. […]

    Free
  • Simple Sewing

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Learning to sew is fun and easy. Make a 4-patch hot pad while using a simple straight stitch. All supplies will be provided. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 1 PM Ages 8-18. Click here to register with $5 per person by 1 PM on Friday, May 29. Minimum: 3/Maximum: 20 Chris Allen callen@hancockparks.com

    $5.00
  • Freshwater Mussels: Open House

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    One of the most important creatures for a healthy river system are freshwater mussels. Learn about these living water filters, the species that can be found in the area, and how to protect these vulnerable animals. Play a board game called Mighty Mussels Journey Through the Watershed, participate in a mussel fact scavenger hunt, and […]

    Free
  • Full Blue Moon Hike

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center Porch 1400 Oakwoods Lane, Findlay, OH, United States

    A blue moon happens when two full moons come out within the same calendar month. The next one won’t occur until December 2028, so don’t miss the chance to walk the trails under the light of the blue moon. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center Porch 9 PM All ages are welcome. Free; registration is not […]

    Free
  • 24th Annual Peter Rabbit Tea

    Litzenberg Memorial Woods, Gatehouse 6100 US 224 West, Findlay

    This year’s Peter Rabbit Tea will feature “The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle.” Listen to the story read by Beatrix Potter inside the barn. Tea and snacks will be served at the McKinnis House. Afterwards, meet Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle in the washhouse to lend a hand with the laundry, go on a scavenger hunt in the garden, […]

    $4.00
  • 24th Annual Peter Rabbit Tea

    Litzenberg Memorial Woods, Gatehouse 6100 US 224 West, Findlay

    This year’s Peter Rabbit Tea will feature “The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle.” Listen to the story read by Beatrix Potter inside the barn. Tea and snacks will be served at the McKinnis House. Afterwards, meet Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle in the washhouse to lend a hand with the laundry, go on a scavenger hunt in the garden, […]

    $4.00
  • Little Hands Nature Club: Vulture Power!

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center Porch 1400 Oakwoods Lane, Findlay, OH, United States

    Learn about the amazing powers of nature’s janitors. Explore the world of Ohio’s two species of vultures through hands on stations like creating a vulture kite, go on a vulture fact scavenger hunt, and search for live vultures soaring in the sky. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center Porch 10 AM Ages 3-6 with an adult; […]

    Free
  • 2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings

    Waterfalls Overlook, Meet in parking area E. Main Cross Street Findlay, Ohio

    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 gatherings […]

    Free
  • Archery Instruction – Youth

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Dold Lake Findlay, OH, United States

    Aim, shoot, and score! Learn safety measures and the basics of archery from a Certified Archery Instructor while shooting arrows at targets with a compound bow. Archery equipment will be provided. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Dold Lake 6 PM Ages 9-15. Click here to register with $10 per person by 1 PM on Thursday, June 4. […]

    $10.00
  • Paddle the River

    Eastpoint Area E. Main Cross at Bright Road Bridge, Findlay, Ohio

    Get on the water and explore the beauty of the Blanchard River on a guided kayak float. Start at Eastpoint Area and paddle upriver around Vogelsong Conservation Area to the pedestrian bridge at Rt 568 and back. Along the way, search for interesting river life like turtles, ducks, and herons. Staff will teach the basics […]

    $20.00
  • Acrylic Pour Painting

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Acrylic pour painting is a fun activity. Blown out eggs will be used, and left-over paint will be poured over rocks. Finished samples will be on display. All supplies will be provided. Wear clothing that can get stained. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 1-2:30 PM Ages 7 and up. Click here to register with $5 […]

    $5.00
  • Doughnuts for a Dragon

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Nature Play Area Findlay, OH, United States

    Dragons are fun mythical creatures. Enjoy a doughnut as the story Doughnuts for a Dragon is read. Walk through the time machine onto the adventure trail where the story will come to life. Encounter George, the princess, a witch, ogre, and a fierce little dragon on this amazing adventure. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Nature Play Area […]

    Free