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Wetlands at night are full of sounds. Join us for a hike into the wetlands to listen to the songs and calls from animals, such as frogs, toads, owls, woodcocks, […]

This story is a mystery about a mouse who disappeared on the farm. Sherlock Chick searched every habitat he knew of. Eyes peeked out from different places, but none were […]

Children will learn the parts of a frog and partake in a quick game of leapfrog. A hike to the wetland area to look for and listen to western chorus […]

Join us at the historic 1847 McKinnis House to learn what it was like to write letters in the 1800s. We will talk about the history and the art of […]

Many interesting creatures can be found living under logs. Learn about the importance of fallen logs and leaves to the environment and the types of creatures that depend on them. […]

The 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 […]

It is nesting time for many animals that lay eggs. There will be a display of eggs from different animals, such as ducks, geese, turkey, shark, and ostrich. We will […]

Different animals are either returning to the area or waking up for spring. Join us as we hike and listen to all the new sounds of spring. Animals that might […]

Learn about birds with hands-on activities. Use handheld magnifiers to get a closer look at bird feathers and wings, including the Great Horned Owl, Snowy Owl, and Cooper’s Hawk. Try […]

The height of spring migration is right around the corner and with it brings a group of colorful and musical birds called warblers. Northwest Ohio is often called the warbler […]

The 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 […]

Learn about poisonous plants found in Hancock County, identification tips and how poisonous plants can cause harm by skin absorption or ingestion, and how to avoid contact with them. Afterward, […]