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Saturday, March 10 Maple Sugarin’
Step out on the trails at Litzenberg Memorial Woods, noon - 3pm, and
take a self guided tour back in time for a late winter living history and nature walk. The trail features maple trees, sap science, and sap collection by Native Americans and pioneers. Before you leave, stop inside the 1847 McKinnis House to chat with our living history characters. Inside the Activity Barn, Fruth’s Sugar Camp will have maple sugar products for purchase and refreshments will be available for a donation from Hancock Friends of the Parks.
Congratulations to the winners of the 2012 Photo Contest
Congratulations to all the winners of the 2012 Photo Contest and a BIG thank you to our sponsors including: Blanchard River Watershed Partnership, Blanchard Valley Lawn & Pet, Gaslight Framing Plus, Hancock County Naturalists, Hancock Friends of the Parks, Imagine That, Lishawa CPA, Rieck's Gallery, and VCA Animal Medical Center. All the winning entries can be viewed in the Photo Gallery.
Adult Best of Show - Frank Wilson Youth Best of Show - Evan Hass
People's Choice - Frank Wilson
The Winter Dweller's Celebration - February 25
Saturday, February 25, join us for "The Winter Dweller’s Celebration" at 2 PM inside Brugeman Lodge at Riverbend Recreation Area. During early frontier days, voyageurs were confined to their winter camps. To pass the time they told stories, sang songs and danced. This time became known as “Winter Dwellers”. Come along with Genot “Winter Elk” Picor in “Stories, Songs and Dances of the Hivernaut: The Winter Dweller’s Celebration.” as he brings frontier history alive during this interactive program. Play a part in a story, sing along to a jaunty song, tap your foot to a snappy rhythm or howl with delight. There’s a little something for everyone! Register with $2 per person by Thursday, February 23 at the HPD office. Participants must be ages 5 and up to attend.
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Cross-country ski workshops offered
Each Saturday in January and February we will be offering these popular workshops to teach you and/or family and friends, who are at least 8 years of age, the basic techniques of cross-country skiing including: gliding, turning, and rhythm. Youth, under 15 years of age, must register with a participating adult. Wear layered clothing, including hats and gloves. Register with $10 fee, per person and includes equipment, by the Friday before each workshop. Workshops are subject to proper snow, at least 4-6 inches of good base, and weather conditions. Call the HPD office at 419-425-7275 for additional information.
Civil War Lecture Series offered
NEW for 2012! A Civil War Lecture Series will be offered at the "Doc' Phillips Discovery Center in Oakwoods Nature Preserve on Saturday mornings at 10 AM. Registration is necessary to attend by calling the HPD office at 419-425-7275 and some presentations require a small fee. Mark your calendar for the following upcoming presentations including:
February 18 - Ohio in the Civil War
Join Hancock Historical Museum Archivist, Adam Criblez, as he speaks about how the American Civil War effected the people of Ohio and Hancock County. The war may not have been as far away as many people seem to think! Register by Friday 17.
Saturday, March 17 - Civil War Lecture Series: Civil War Fashions
Historian, Elizabeth Topping, will be speaking about the fashions of the 1860’s and explain the truth behind why women wore what they did. Participants will have the opportunity to “dress the part” and experience civil war fashion first hand. Elizabeth’s research and artifacts has been used in several programs on The History Channel and A&E. Register with $2 per person by Thursday, March 15.
Saturday, April 21 - Civil War Lecture Series: Music of the Civil War
Join American Folk singer, Bob Ford, as he performs the music that was popular during the American Civil War. Bob is from Cedarville, Ohio and is known for his excellent musicianship and bringing audiences to life! Take a seat and discover your own rich heritage as Bob sings the songs and tells the stories of America and her people. Register with $2 per person by Thursday, April 19.
The Mission of the Hancock Park District is create, preserve, protect and manage a system of parks, nature preserves, and outdoor recreational facilities to be held in public ownership with a focus on local, natural, historical and cultural resources and maintained for the leisure use and enjoyment of this and future generations.
