In the animal world, a combination of two different animals can happen, which is referred to as a hybrid. Hybrid animals are the offspring produced from the mating of two […]

Spring is filled with the singing of frogs and toads. Learn the differences between them and which ones can be found in the park. Listen to a story, look at […]

Animals have different types of body coverings that help them in many ways. See examples of snakeskin, mammal furs, and bird wings. Make a craft using felt to create 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 […]

Ducks like to swim in open water. Make a duck headband, hike to Shank Lake and Dold Lake, and look for ducks swimming in the water. Trails may be wet […]

iNaturalist provides a website and mobile apps that can be used to record and share nature observations. Join the network of citizen scientists by taking a guided hike to find […]

Every spring as the sun goes down, a small odd-looking shorebird called an American Woodcock performs a special sky dance. During this guided hike, search for timberdoodles as they perform […]

Eagles are large, majestic birds that are strictly carnivores. Learn about the various species of eagles around the world, including the Bald Eagle. Participants can make a Bald Eagle craft […]

What are those large, dark birds soaring in circles through the sky? They are Turkey Vultures. They may not be the prettiest birds around, but they are important, graceful, and […]

Learn about uncommon and rare organisms that can be spotted in Hancock County, Look at displays including the American badger and the wrinkled peach mushroom, and hike the trails to look for rare sights including earthstars, an uncommon mushroom. Trails may be wet and muddy, so wear the appropriate shoes. Litzenberg Memorial Woods Shelter 6 […]

As spring approaches, birds are making nests to lay eggs in. Learn about the different types of nests that birds make, look at bird nest displays, and hike the trails in search of actual bird nests. This is a drop-off program. Trails may be wet and muddy, so wear the appropriate shoes. Oakwoods Nature Preserve […]

Slimy salamanders can be found on the forest floor. Listen to a salamander story, learn about these amphibians, and go on a short hike to flip logs in search of salamanders. Trails may be wet and muddy, so wear the appropriate shoes. Litzenberg Memorial Woods Shelter 10 AM Ages 3-6 with an adult; other aged […]