Feathers come from birds. Use a domestic bird feather (chicken, duck, turkey) to paint a picture, draw, write, dust, and play games. Drop a feather and let it float into […]

Hike to the prairie in the cool of the evening. Check out flowers that grow there, including Prairie Dock, Mountain Mint, and Ironweed. See what insects and birds are using […]

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 […]

Atlatls are a tool used to throw a long spear-like arrow called a dart. They have been the primary hunting tool of prehistoric people around the world for thousands of […]

Explore Shank Lake aboard a kayak and enjoy the scenery and wildlife. Feel free to bring a fishing pole, binoculars, and even a book if relaxing, floating, and reading is […]

Tom Frets from the Millstream Astronomy Club will present a program titled Astronomical Speed, Time & Distance. After the program, view the night sky. The Millstream Astronomy Club will have […]

Pioneers made leather and used it in many ways. Stop by the workshop where Nelson Poe will be working with leather to craft a variety of goods, for example, see […]

Description: Information about the different types of arachnids and their unique features and behaviors will be shared. After the presentation, there will be a guided hike in search of spiders, […]

Berries come in many shapes and colors. Children can participate in activities like Fingerprint Blueberries, Berry Lacing Cards, and Berry Sorting. Find out about the animals in Hancock County that […]

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 […]

Create a picture using leaves, tempera paint, and a sponge. While waiting for the paint to dry, visit the animals inside the Discovery Center and play at the Nature Play […]

Pioneers used pickling to preserve vegetables. The methodology used to preserve vegetables, such as cabbage, cucumbers, and green beans will be explained and demonstrated. Pickle samples will be available for […]