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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
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; […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Little Mouse lives deep in a hole in the ground. Each day is an adventure as he goes into the wide world. The story will be read, and an adventure hike will follow. Riverbend Recreation Area Big Oaks Activity Area Mariann Dana Younger Memorial Pavilion 10 AM Ages 3 and under with an adult; other […]
A corn husk doll is made from the dried outer covering or "husk" of an ear of maize. Participants will make their own set of dolls. Take a tour of the McKinnis House while waiting for the dolls to dry. Afterwards, use fabric scraps from the McKinnis House to dress the dolls just as pioneer […]
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 […]
