Many interesting and colorful birds are passing through during spring migration on their way to the breeding grounds in the north. During this guided hike, search for birds like Swainson’s Thrush, Red-eyed Vireo, Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, ducks, shorebirds, and a wide range of colorful warblers. Binoculars will be provided or bring your own. Oakwoods Nature Preserve […]

Young anglers can try their luck as the Hancock Park District hosts its 28th Annual Fish Festival. Trout stocking will take place prior to the event courtesy of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Fisheries Division. Fishing will be allowed by bank only. Children must do the fishing, but limited adult assistance is permitted. All […]

Birds build nests of all shapes and sizes. The Best Nest Ever is a story about a little bird who is tired of the old nest and wants a new one. After the story, look around the Discovery Center at the nests on display, then build one to take home. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center […]

Mothers love flowers. Decorate a clay flowerpot with jewels, plant a flower and it to give that special someone on Mother’s Day. All supplies will be provided. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center 6 PM All ages are welcome. Click here to register with $5 per person by 1 PM on Wednesday, May 6. Minimum: 4/Maximum: […]

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 Wednesday, May 6. […]

Look at a rabbit skeleton, touch a rabbit fur, and find out what rabbits like to eat besides carrots. Activities include Do the Bunny Hop, Pin the Cotton Tail on the Rabbit, and a carrot matching game. Litzenberg Memorial Woods Shelter 1 PM Ages 3-6 with an adult; other ages siblings are welcome to attend. […]

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 […]

Under the ground is a vast network of connections that help keep the forest healthy. Learn about the fascinating relationships that some mushrooms have with trees and how they benefit […]

Many interesting and colorful birds are passing through during spring migration on their way to the breeding grounds in the north. During this guided hike, search for birds like Eastern […]

Birds take amazing trips every year. Look at displays of birds that migrate north for the spring, play Migration Hopscotch, and create a pinecone bird feeder for your yard. Oakwoods […]

Use nets to catch and study tadpoles that live in Goose Lake. Tadpoles and other aquatic animals will be put in plastic containers and then released after taking a closer […]

The Galliformes are a group of birds who spend most of the time on the ground and are known commonly as land fowl. Learn about these amazing birds like chickens, […]

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 […]

Explore the trails in a 29.4-acre restored wetland along the Blanchard River. Observe the stars in the night sky and search for wetland animals that have returned to the area […]

Trees are a vital part of nature. During this guided hike, look for the largest tree, find the state tree of Ohio, and observe wildlife. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center […]

Troy Willoughby from the Millstream Astronomy Club will present a program titled My Astrophotography Set-up. See how to build a backyard observatory and equip it with telescopes, computers, and other […]

Learn about animals living underground. View worms up close, try worm calling, and go on a hike to search for underground creatures by looking for burrows and flipping logs. This […]

Learn the basics of spinning wool, from the history of spinning to the process of taking fleece from a sheep and turning it into usable yarn. Participants will use a […]

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 […]

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: […]