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 […]
Insects are everywhere. During our .4-mile Meadow Hike, we will look for caterpillar frass, holes in leaves, wasp galls, and other signs left by insects. Monarch butterflies might be in […]
Many interesting and colorful birds pass through the area during their spring migration as they make their way to the breeding grounds in the north. During our bird hike, we […]
How did the pioneers get the broth to make soups, stews, and chicken and noodles? Sarah Fishel will be boiling down some chicken and beef bones to make a tasty […]
Hedgie’s Surprise by Jan Brett will be read in the Nature Play Area. It is a story about a chicken who needed to keep her eggs from being eaten by […]
Enjoy a late spring evening with outdoor games like corn hole and ring toss. Parachute and bean-bag bugs, bubbles, and Velcro ball and disc set will also be available to […]
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 […]
Help your child work on their gross motor skills by having them do a sensory path. On our spring-themed sensory path you can buzz like a bee, hop like a […]
Growing gourmet mushrooms at home can be easy, but there are important steps that must be taken to ensure healthy growth. We will talk about sterilization, the best materials to […]
Try your hand at catching fish in Giertz Lake. Learn about the basics of fishing, fishing gear, common sport fish species, and fish behavior. All skill levels are welcome. A […]
Natural materials, including soil, crushed leaves, rocks, bark, and flowers will be used for pencils, crayons, and paint. Children will have an opportunity to create works of art. Please wear […]
Little Bear was hiking along a trail when he tripped over a stone, but it was not a stone, it was a tortoise. This is where the fun begins. After […]
