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  • Life of a Snowflake

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    With winter approaching, the possibility of snow is around the corner. Learn how snowflakes are made and why they come in different shapes. Listen to the story, The Snowflake and […]

    Free
  • Squirrels: Open House

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Learn about the squirrel family, a wily bunch of rodents. See displays of various squirrels found in Ohio, including furs, skulls, and mounts, and make an acorn out of paper […]

    Free
  • Wee Ones: Indoor Play

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Escape the gloomy, gray, cold weather outside and play indoors! The caterpillar ball pit and tunnel, spaceship and school bus tents, puppets and the chance to make your own puppet […]

    Free
  • Nature 2.0: Beaver, Squirrels & Mice, oh my!

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Do you know some things about nature?  Do you want to learn more? Join Hancock Park District Naturalist Michelle Rumschlag in this new adult series during the winter months. The […]

    Free
  • What is a Reindeer?

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Santa’s sleigh is pulled by eight magical reindeer, but what is a reindeer? Learn about reindeer and caribou and compare them to white-tailed deer. Participants will create a handprint reindeer […]

    Free
  • Planetarium: Stories of the Big Dipper

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    The Big Dipper is one of the best-known star formations in the night sky. Learn about the seven main stars that make up the dipper in the Ursa Major constellation, […]

    Free
  • Insects in Winter

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    The insects of summer are gone in the winter, but where did they go? Learn how insects prepare for winter and about the different methods they use to survive the […]

    Free
  • Winter Bird Hike

    Aeraland Recreation Area, Shelter Fostoria, OH, United States

    Even though many birds have left Ohio for the winter, there are still interesting species that can be found in the parks. We will search for year-round resident birds, such […]

    Free
  • Little Hands Nature Club: Getting Ready for Winter Hike

    Riverbend Recreation Area, Big Oaks Activity Area, Near Shelter #3 16618 TR 208, Ohio

    With the official start of winter only a few days away, find out how animals are getting ready for the cold. During the hike, we will look for animal tracks […]

    Free
  • Penguins and Friends

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Everyone loves penguins, but they are only found in the southern hemisphere. However, you can find penguin-like birds and other sea birds in oceans all over the world. Learn about […]

    Free
  • Dinosaurs

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    Explore the world of dinosaurs by listening to a fun story and viewing fossils of dinosaurs and other creatures. Create a handprint dinosaur, design a dinosaur activity sheet, and bring […]

    Free
  • Winter Sky Mosaics

    Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

    The winter sky can be breathtaking. Recreate the wonder by crafting a winter sky mosaic. Cut squares of construction paper and arrange them on a black paper background. All supplies […]

    Free
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