Take the night off and let Hancock Park District do the cooking. The meal will consist of ground beef, potatoes, carrots, and onions cooked over the campfire followed by a dump cake made with canned apples and yellow cake baked in a cast iron Dutch oven. Lemonade and water will be provided. While the food […]
Young anglers can try their luck as the Hancock Park District hosts its 26th 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 along the bank only. Children must do the fishing, but limited adult assistance is permitted. […]
Birds from the area are returning as spring migration begins. Join Hancock Park District as they look for migratory birds such as Hermit Thrushes, Winter Wrens, Fox Sparrows, and Yellow-rumped Warblers. Binoculars will be provided or bring your own. Meet at Big Oaks parking lot. This free program is open to those 16 and up. […]
Animals use bright colors to warn others that danger is nearby or that one should take caution. Visit Hancock Park District's stations for the color’s red, yellow, and orange to partake in activities including Lady bug Memory Game, Poison Dart Frog Leap, and A Caterpillar’s Mother Match-up. Adult companions must remain with children during this […]
With spring migration underway, parks will be filled with the sound of colorful birds. On this hike, we will search for migratory birds, such as Scarlet Tanager, Orchard Oriole, Red-headed Woodpecker, and a variety of warblers, vireos, and thrushes. As we search for these birds, we will discuss bird migration and work on bird identification […]
Life can be found under a log. Join Hancock Park District as we search for creatures that live under logs. We will discuss the type of animals we are looking for, why they live under logs, and how fallen trees and branches benefit the forest. Afterward, we will hike the trails, find logs, and flip […]
We are fortunate to be able to drive to the local pharmacy to pick up medicine to combat illnesses. But what did the pioneers do? Hancock Park District will discuss the historical use of different natural remedies used by the pioneers to fight illnesses. You will have the chance to see the various plants used […]
