Seton was a naturalist, artist, and author but he was also known in his younger years as a wolf bounty hunter. During his time, wolves were seen as evil killing […]
Spring is almost here and the temperatures are starting to fluctuate. This means that conditions are right for collecting maple tree sap. Step back in time to see the process […]
A collection of nature books for all ages to read will be on display. Some examples are Who Dunit on the Forest Floor, Lost in the Woods, It Fell from […]
Let’s go into the woods and search for squirrels. As we hike, we will look for different types of tree squirrels and ground squirrels, observe squirrel behavior, look for squirrel […]
Learn about the Hancock County Farmers’ Market (including its 20-year history!) with Scott Grenerth and get to know your local producers! Participants will have the chance to win a Riehm […]
On the night of March 13-14, we are going to experience a total lunar eclipse here in Ohio. In our indoor planetarium program, your friends with Hancock Parks will talk about lunar eclipses, why they happen, how a total lunar eclipse differs from a total solar eclipse, and how to observe this astronomical event and […]
Agriculture continues to be the number one industry in Ohio. Farming is hard work and many factors in agriculture are out of a farmer’s control. That can make things stressful for the entire family. This presentation will discuss the unique stressors that can impact farming families and the supports available to help. This event is […]
Create art using a wide range of nature-related rubber stamps, such as animals, tracks, bugs, dinosaurs, and leaves along with the use of ink pads, crayons, color pencils, and your […]
Ah, the sweet taste of honey. When baking, honey can be used instead of white sugar. You and your friends at the parks will enjoy tea sweetened with the bee’s sweet nectar and honey cookies that participants will make and bake in the old wood cook stove. Meet at the McKinnis House. This program is […]
Join your friends at the library for Where Do Seeds Come From? Storytime at the library with special guest OSU Extension Hancock County. We will explore seeds while we sing, […]
