Microplastics: Tiny Particles, Big Impact : Microplastics are tiny plastic particles measuring 5 mm or smaller. They've been discovered not only in marine and land-based wildlife, but also in everyday […]
Join Hancock Park District at the historic 1847 McKinnis House to learn what it was like to write letters in the 1800s. We will talk about the history and the art of letter writing and how pens and ink were made, use a feather quill and ink to write letters and draw pictures, and create […]
Many interesting creatures can be found living under logs. Learn about the importance of fallen logs and leaves to the environment and the types of creatures that depend on them. Afterward, hike the trails to flip logs in search of log life, including fun fungi, slimy salamanders, slow snails, and farting beetles. This is a […]
It is nesting time for many animals that lay eggs. There will be a display of eggs from different animals, such as ducks, geese, turkey, shark, and ostrich. We will talk about the process an egg goes through to hatch. For example, a mallard duck will lay one egg each day until the preferred number […]
Different animals are either returning to the area or waking up for spring. Join Hancock Park District as we hike and listen to all the new sounds of spring. Animals that might be seen or heard on the hike include western chorus frogs, white-tailed deer, and migratory birds, such as Yellow Warblers and Rusty Blackbirds. […]
Learn about birds with hands-on activities. Use handheld magnifiers to get a closer look at bird feathers and wings, including the Great Horned Owl, Snowy Owl, and Cooper’s Hawk. Try to build a bird’s nest using beak-like tools, such as tweezers and chopsticks, make your own baby bird nest, and participate in other bird-related activities. […]
The height of spring migration is right around the corner and with it brings a group of colorful and musical birds called warblers. Northwest Ohio is often called the warbler capital of the world by the number and diversity of warblers that migrate through the area each spring. Learn how to identify the 36 species […]
Join the University of Findlay and Hancock County Master Gardeners for the Homegrown Habitat: How To, a follow-up to last year’s inspiring event featuring Dr. Doug Tallamy, a leading expert on native plants. This year, we are excited to welcome Courtney Denning and Kara Maynard from Deeply Rooted Landscapes for an engaging and educational session […]
Learn about poisonous plants found in Hancock County, identification tips and how poisonous plants can cause harm by skin absorption or ingestion, and how to avoid contact with them. Afterward, we will hike on the trail to look for examples, including poison ivy, poison hemlock, and jimson weed. Meet on the Discovery Center Porch This […]
Bees are hard at work this time of year. They help pollinate crops and create products, like honey and wax. Learn about beekeeping in the 1800s. There will be a […]
