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 […]