Sandusky County
Join researcher Tom Kashmer in observing frequent bird feeder visitors during bird feeder banding at 8 a.m. Jan. 5, 13, 19 and 27.
Meet at Sandusky County Park District, 1970 Countryside Place, Fremont, and travel to private property around the marshes of Sandusky Bay. In indoor comfort, participants can view a "window on wildlife" and learn about bird banding research while watching the process up close.
Register by calling (419) 638-1027.
Yo-Yo Quilting is planned 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Jan. 5 at Creek Bend Farm, 654 S. Main St., Lindsey.
Participants should provide their own yard of yellow and green scrap fabric to help make a corn-themed fundraising quilt. Also bring matching thread and scissors.
Register by calling (419) 334-4495.
A "Weeds & Wieners" hike is planned 4:30-6:30 p.m. Jan. 7 at White Star Campground, 910 S. Main St., Gibsonburg.
Join a naturalist for a look around the campground at last year's seeds and weeds, then enjoy a wiener roast.
Register by calling (419) 638-1027.
Puddle Jumpers are to learn about "Winter in the Park" 10 a.m. Jan. 8 at Blue Heron Reserve, 2134 CR 260, Vickery.
Children 5 and younger should dress for the weather to look for winter happenings along the trail with naturalist Linda Rose.
Register by calling (419) 638-1027.
Hike for the Health of It at 2 p.m. Jan. 8 on the North Coast Inland Trail at Wendelle Miller Park, 240 S. Main, Lindsey.
No registration is needed.
Hancock County
Raccoon Run Winter Sports Center is opening today and is to remain open through Wednesday, or until ground conditions are unsuitable. Normal hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
The center offers cross-country ski equipment and snowshoes for all ages. Rentals fees are $7 per hour or $20 for a day and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The center is in Big Oaks Area Shelter 3 at Riverbend Recreation Area, 16618 TR 208, east of Findlay.
Children ages 3-6 with an adult companion are invited to the January Discovery Story at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Jan. 7 at the Discovery Center, Oakwoods Nature Preserve.
This month's topic is screech owls. Other-age siblings are welcome. The program offers a story, activities and a craft.
Oakwoods is at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, off West Sandusky Street off CR 144 west of Findlay.
