Wee Ones: Little Bunny’s Snowman
Oakwoods Nature PreserveLittle Bunny is extremely excited to make his first snowman, but it is harder to build than he thinks. A story will be read by Hancock Park District and then […]
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Events
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Nature and Agriculture
How Animals Adapt for Winter
Oakwoods Nature PreserveMany animals need to go through a change to get ready for winter. Due to the low temperatures and decrease in food supplies, animals will go through a variety of […]
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Life on the Trail Nature Hike
Aeraland Recreation Area 1141 Township Road 243, Fostoria, OHWinter is a great time to hike, look for animal tracks and other signs, and identify which animals are awake during the winter months. Join Hancock Park District to look for tracks made by deer, squirrels, fox, and birds searching for winter seeds to eat. If we are lucky, snow will be on the ground. […]
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Hands on Fur
Oakwoods Nature PreserveChildren can work on sensory development by touching the furs of Ohio mammals. Each animal’s fur feels a little different. Some are soft and fluffy while others are short and scruffy. Children (and adults) can learn animal names and sounds as they touch the furs. Afterward, explore the Discovery Center and look at live animals […]
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Flashlight Storytime
Oakwoods Nature PreserveThe fireplace will be lit and milk jug luminaries with battery candles will light up the rest of the Discovery Center as we read books by flashlight. We will read a story as a group, then you will be able to read our nature books on your own. Bring your favorite flashlight and a pillow […]
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Fun Crafting with Rocks
Oakwoods Nature PreserveRocks are fun in many ways. You can paint, wire wrap, and build fun creations with just a little imagination. Join your friends at Hancock Park District and build a fun creation using rocks of all sizes and pour paint on them. Fun creations will be on display. Meet at the Discovery Center. This program […]
$5.00
Animals Around the Clock
Oakwoods Nature PreserveThe animal world is open 24/7. Some animals like to wake up to the sun and some animals wake up when the sun is setting. In this Hancock Park District program, we will talk about the various sleep cycles found in the animal world. We will look at animals that are awake during the day, […]
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Groundhog Day Hike
Litzenberg Memorial Woods 6100 U. S. 224 West, Findlay, OH, United StatesToday is the day when the groundhog comes out of its hole to see if there will be six more weeks of winter. Come to Litzenberg Memorial Woods and learn about the history of Groundhog Day and why groundhogs come out of their burrows this time of year. Join your friends at Hancock Park District […]
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Puppet Show: On the Fly
Oakwoods Nature PreserveJoin Mother Nature, Scooter Squirrel, and the birds at the Hancock Park District's Discovery Center bird feeders to learn about fall migration in a fun filled puppet show. Singing, dancing, and crafts will take place after the show. Meet at the Discovery Center. This program takes place on Monday, February 3 and Sunday, February 9. […]
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Intro to Winter Camping
Oakwoods Nature PreserveTypically, most people go camping during the summer, but you can go camping any time of year. Each season offers its own thrills and challenges. Learn about what it takes […]
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