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 […]

Learn about the wonders of nebulas. Discover how they are created, what they are made from, and how they can form new stars. Look at examples of nebulas in the […]

From blazing deserts to freezing tundra, some animals can live in extremely harsh conditions. Learn about animals that live in the most inhospitable locations on Earth, such as emperor penguins, […]

Spring is the perfect time for flowers to bloom in the forest, due to the warm weather and the lack of leaves on the trees. During this guided hike, search […]

Pioneers looked forward to spring because that is when plants started to grow in the garden and in the forest. Early plants like sorrel and ramps provided fresh food after […]

During this guided hike, look for wildflowers containing the colors pink, yellow, and orange. Roll over logs and look for inhabitants like salamanders, slugs, and centipedes. Trails may be wet […]

Disc golf involves throwing a disc at a target with rules similar to golf. Learn the rules of disc golf and practice by playing the front nine holes at Riverbend […]

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 […]

Spring is here and it is time for nesting season. During this guided hike, look for different types of nests used by squirrels, woodpeckers, insects, and other animals. Trails may […]

Many interesting and colorful birds are passing through during spring migration on their way to the breeding grounds in the north. During this guided hike, search for birds like Swainson’s […]

Young anglers can try their luck as the Hancock Park District hosts its 28th Annual Fish Festival. Trout stocking will take place prior to the event courtesy of the Ohio […]

Birds build nests of all shapes and sizes. The Best Nest Ever is a story about a little bird who is tired of the old nest and wants a new […]