September 2019
Ohio 10,000 B.C.: Open House
Have you ever wondered what life was like for early humans? If so, travel into the past with us as we explore Ohio 10,000 years ago during the last Ice Age. Learn about prehistoric beasts like Mammoths, Giant Beavers, and…
Find out more »Wee Ones: Wild Adaptations
Animals are amazing creatures. They fly, hop, swim, and run. Animals have amazing features that help them live in their habitats. A visit to the Discovery Center at Oakwoods Nature Preserve will teach you about our program animals and the…
Find out more »Wee Ones: Wild Adaptations
Animals are amazing creatures. They fly, hop, swim, and run. Animals have amazing features that help them live in their habitats. A visit to the Discovery Center at Oakwoods Nature Preserve will teach you about our program animals and the…
Find out more »Game Night in the Woods
Bring a deck of cards, your favorite board game, and your family and friends because it’s game night! Explore the Discovery Center while having fun playing board games. A variety of games will be available. Are you ready to win?…
Find out more »Learn to Bird
Would you like to learn more about birds in northwest Ohio? If so, here’s your chance to learn bird basics. The program will consist of a PowerPoint presentation on how to look for and identify birds and how to use…
Find out more »Full Moon Hike
Explore Oakwoods Nature Preserve during an evening hike under the light of the full moon. Perhaps we’ll see a nocturnal animal or a moth on its evening flight. We’ll also listen for the sound of owls. All ages are welcome.…
Find out more »Life and Death of Stars
Everything has a life cycle, even the largest objects in the universe: stars. This month, we’ll take a trip through the life of a star (from its birth to its spectacular end) using our portable planetarium. We’ll also learn how…
Find out more »Discovery Story: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Is Earth Day and its message of environmental protection of interest to you? If it is, you’ll love our stewardship-focused Discovery Story. This month, we’ll discuss how to be a friend to nature. We’ll read a story about plastic, learn…
Find out more »Discovery Story: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Is Earth Day and its message of environmental protection of interest to you? If it is, you’ll love our stewardship-focused Discovery Story. This month, we’ll discuss how to be a friend to nature. We’ll read a story about plastic, learn…
Find out more »25th Anniversary of the “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center
Join the Hancock Park District as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Richard S. “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center. Information about the original construction and its first open house, and the building expansion and its second open house will be…
Find out more »October 2019
Pokémon GO Nature! Open House
Are you ready to go on a journey? Visit Professor Buckeye’s lab to learn about Pokémon and get ready to catch them all! Explore the amazing world of Pokémon and see animals and plants that they’re based on. There will…
Find out more »Planetarium Blast Off
3-2-1...blast off! Get ready to take a trip to the moon. Not just our moon, but Titan, which is Saturn’s largest moon. We will use our portable planetarium to learn about what makes a moon a moon and get a…
Find out more »Creating the Ultimate Wildlife Habitat
Do you love wildlife? Are you looking for a fun family project? If the answer is yes, then join us and learn how to create your very own nature preserve in your backyard. Fall is a great time to begin…
Find out more »How Earth Works: Open House
Every rock has a story to tell. Join us on our magnificent journey as we explore some of the great natural phenomena that shape our planet. Create a volcanic eruption with our model, use slime to push objects like glaciers…
Find out more »How Earth Works: Open House
Every rock has a story to tell. Join us on our magnificent journey as we explore some of the great natural phenomena that shape our planet. Create a volcanic eruption with our model, use slime to push objects like glaciers…
Find out more »Wee Ones: Furry Wild Animals
Children will learn about furry wild animals and feel how soft their pelts are. With winter coming, where will the animals go and what will they eat? Children will make their own wild furry pet and make a cozy bed…
Find out more »Wee Ones: Furry Wild Animals
Children will learn about furry wild animals and feel how soft their pelts are. With winter coming, where will the animals go and what will they eat? Children will make their own wild furry pet and make a cozy bed…
Find out more »Art in the Park: Plein Air Gathering
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 medium conducive to working outdoors are welcome. If you are…
Find out more »November 2019
Discovery Story: Cats of the Wild
Lions, Tigers, and Bobcats; you won’t find these cats at your local pet shop. Wild cats are much more than your typical house cat, they are hunting masters. Learn what makes these ferocious felines a predator and how important they…
Find out more »Discovery Story: Cats of the Wild
Lions, Tigers, and Bobcats; you won’t find these cats at your local pet shop. Wild cats are much more than your typical house cat, they are hunting masters. Learn what makes these ferocious felines a predator and how important they…
Find out more »Creating Composts
Do you have a green thumb? Do you want to get rid of some trash and help the environment? Do you want a pet that doesn’t shed and stays in a small bin? If you do, then join us and…
Find out more »Reuse It Recycling
It’s National Recycling Week and it’s time to learn how to reuse the trash you’re throwing away. Visit the Discovery Center and try making something new out of trash. Learn how you can save our planet by practicing the three…
Find out more »Recycling Crayons: Open House
Have your children grown and now you don’t know what to do with their crayons? Perhaps you just have too many crayons lying around the house. If you bring them to the Discovery Center, they’ll be reused in the form…
Find out more »Tales of Greek Heroes
With their likeness in the stars, the heroes are watching over us. If you’re interested in hearing the stories, join us in our portable planetarium for Tales of Greek Heroes. They may not be like your superheroes that you read…
Find out more »Recycle Mania: Open House
In celebration of National Recycling Week, the Hancock Park District will close out its festivities with an open house focused on the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. There will be informational displays, crafts and games for children, earth-themed snacks,…
Find out more »Wee Ones: In November
As the daylight dwindles, it’s a sign for nature that the days of late fall have arrived. Find out how animals and plants are getting ready for winter’s arrival and are enjoying their time in the month of November. Kids…
Find out more »Wee Ones: In November
As the daylight dwindles, it’s a sign for nature that the days of late fall have arrived. Find out how animals and plants are getting ready for winter’s arrival and are enjoying their time in the month of November. Kids…
Find out more »Game Night in the Woods
Bring a deck of cards, your favorite board game, and your family and friends because it’s game night! Explore the Discovery Center while having fun playing board games. A variety of games will be available. Are you ready to win?…
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