2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-05-21 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-01 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Aeraland Recreation Area, Shelter, Fostoria, OH, United States
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 are a perfect opportunity to meet and work with other plein air artists. Please join us for our 13th season!
You should plan to bring whatever supplies and equipment you need and dress for ground and weather conditions. There is no fee or registration. It is not necessary to attend every session – come when you can. In case of rain, the session is cancelled. Gatherings will be held weekly on Thursdays.
For more information or questions, please contact volunteer coordinator Sharon Hammer Baker at bakerartstudio@gmail.com or HPD Program Specialist Tim Kleman at tkleman@hancockparks.com.

Tie-Dye
2026-05-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center
Try the amazing art of tie-dyeing. Repurpose an old, white T-shirt and turn it into something new. Participants must bring their own T-shirt. Dyes will be provided.
Oakwoods Nature Preserve
Discovery Center Porch
6 PM
All ages are welcome.
Click here to register with $3 per person by 1 PM on Thursday, May 21.
Minimum: 2/Maximum: 25
Maclain Teeple
mteeple@hancockparks.com

Bug Hike
2026-05-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Riverbend Recreation Area, The Meadows Activity Area, Shelter 6
During this guided hike, search for cool insects and buggy creatures like butterflies, ants, beetles, spiders, and rollie pollies, use nets to collect bugs, and take a close-up look.
Riverbend Recreation Area
The Meadows Activity Area
Shelter 6
10 AM
Ages 3-6 with an adult; other aged siblings are welcome to attend.
Free; registration is not required.
Tim Kleman
tkleman@hancockparks.com

End of School Cookout
2026-05-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Litzenberg Memorial Woods, Activity Barn Patio, 6100 US 224 West, Findlay, Ohio, 45840
Celebrate the start of summer vacation with a cookout. Enjoy hot dogs roasted over the fire, chips, veggies, s’mores, and lemonade, and play cornhole and ladder ball. Bring your own chair.
Litzenberg Memorial Woods
Activity Barn Patio
6 PM
All ages are welcome.
Click here to register with $5 per person by 9 AM on Wednesday, May 27.
Minimum: 4/ Maximum: 30
Michelle Rumschlag
mrumschlag@hancockparks.com

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-05-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Hancock Park District Administrative Office, 1424 E Main Cross, Findlay, ohio, 45840

Fishing on the Lake
2026-05-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Riverbend Recreation Area, Big Oaks Activity Area, Lakefront Activity Center, Findlay, OH, United States
Try your hand at catching fish in Giertz Lake. Learn about the basics of fishing, fishing gear, common sport fish species, and about fish behavior. All skill levels are welcome. A fishing pole will be provided or bring your own. Corn will be available for bait or bring your own lucky lure! All participants who are age 16 years or older will need a valid Ohio Fishing License.
Riverbend Recreation Area
Big Oaks Activity Area
Lakefront Activity Center
6:30 PM
All ages are welcome.
Free; but click here to register by 1 PM on Thursday, May 28.
Minimum: 3/Maximum: 20
Tim Kleman
tkleman@hancockparks.com

Choose Your Own Space Adventure
2026-05-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center
Travel through space and choose your own adventure. Roll the dice with your crewmates to decide what path your spaceship will take and then go into the planetarium to see the different destinations. Make wise choices since supplies will be limited on the journey.
Oakwoods Nature Preserve
Discovery Center
6 PM
All ages are welcome.
Free; but click here register by 1 PM on Friday, May 29.
Minimum: 2/Maximum: 25
Maclain Teeple
mteeple@hancockparks.com

Simple Sewing
2026-05-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center
Learning to sew is fun and easy. Make a 4-patch hot pad while using a simple straight stitch. All supplies will be provided.
Oakwoods Nature Preserve
Discovery Center
1 PM
Ages 8-18.
Click here to register with $5 per person by 1 PM on Friday, May 29.
Minimum: 3/Maximum: 20
Chris Allen
callen@hancockparks.com

Freshwater Mussels: Open House
2026-05-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center
One of the most important creatures for a healthy river system are freshwater mussels. Learn about these living water filters, the species that can be found in the area, and how to protect these vulnerable animals. Play a board game called Mighty Mussels Journey Through the Watershed, participate in a mussel fact scavenger hunt, and complete activity and coloring pages.
Oakwoods Nature Preserve
Discovery Center
1-4 PM
All ages are welcome.
Free; registration is not required.
Tim Kleman
tkleman@hancockparks.com

Full Blue Moon Hike
2026-05-31 21:00 - 22:00 | Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center Porch, 1400 Oakwoods Lane, Findlay, OH, 45840, United States
A blue moon happens when two full moons come out within the same calendar month. The next one won’t occur until December 2028, so don’t miss the chance to walk the trails under the light of the blue moon.
Oakwoods Nature Preserve
Discovery Center Porch
9 PM
All ages are welcome.
Free; registration is not required.
Michelle Rumschlag
mrumschlag@hancockparks.com

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-06-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Waterfalls Overlook, Meet in parking area E. Main Cross Street, Findlay, Ohio, 45840

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-06-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Meet in Dold Lake parking area, 1400 Oakwoods Lane, Findlay, Ohio, 45840

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-06-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Riverbend Recreation Area, Oxbow Bend Activity Area, Charles J. Younger Pavilion, 16618 TR 208, Findlay, Ohio, 45840

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-06-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Bright Conservation Area, 10184 Township Road 244, Findlay, OH, 45840, United States

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-07-02 09:00 - 11:00 | River Landings, 700 Fox Street, Findlay, Ohio, 45840

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-07-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Litzenberg Memorial Woods, Southside parking lot, 6100 U.S. Route 224 West, Findlay, OH, 45840, United States

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-07-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Riverbend Recreation Area, Brugeman Lodge, 9250 TR 208, Findlay, Ohio, 45840

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-07-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center Porch, 1400 Oakwoods Lane, Findlay, OH, 45840, United States

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-07-30 09:00 - 11:00 | Blue Rock Nature Preserve, Edgar Avenue Parking Lot, Findlay, OH, United States

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-08-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Jackson Landing, 16894 T.R 173, Findlay, Ohio, 45840

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-08-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Blanchard Landing, meet in the parking area, Findlay, Ohio, 45840

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-09-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Landing, T.R. 89 West of C.R. 140, Findlay, Ohio

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-09-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Blanchard River Nature Preserve, 22006 C.R. 17, Forest, Ohio

2026 Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings
2026-10-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Litzenberg Memorial Woods, McKinnis House, 6100 US 224 West, Findlay, Ohio, 45840
