Park programs

Seneca County Open House—Teach Nature Education Center — 4 p.m. Monday, March 23 at Fruth Wetland Nature Preserve, 10130 W. OH-18, Fostoria. Tour the Teach Nature Education Center and explore the facility as a venue for weddings, retreats and community gatherings. Discovery Series—Rustic Stars — 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 25 at Mercy Community Nature Preserve, 45 St. Lawrence Dr., Tiffin. For youth ages 12-17. Walk the trails collecting sticks to create rustic stars. All other supplies provided. Registration required at least 24 hours in advance. Seed Swap & "Planting By the Foot" Garden Planning Workshop — 10 a.m.-Noon Saturday, March 28 at Kaubisch Memorial Public Library, Tiffin. Community seed swap and hands-on workshop focused on efficient garden planning using square-foot-style methods. Participants can share seeds, learn planting techniques and create personalized garden layouts. Free; no registration required. Register online at senecacountyparks.com. Crawford County Vernal Pool Party —2 p.m. Saturday, March 21 at Heckert Nature Preserve, 9404 OH-19, Galion. Explore seasonal vernal pools and look for salamanders, frogs and other amphibians. Waterproof boots recommended. Floating Fairies — 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at Carpenter's Bottom, 8020 Carpenter Rd., Bucyrus. Search for fairy shrimp, wood frogs and salamanders in springtime vernal pools. Waterproof boots recommended. Viewing the Night Sky — 8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 OH-598, Crestline. Join the astronomy club to observe spring sky objects including planets and galaxies. Program moves indoors if weather conditions are unfavorable. Register online at crawfordparkdistrict.org. Hancock County Maple Sugaring Public Day — 9 a.m.-Noon Saturday, March 21 at Litzenberg Memorial Woods, 6100 U.S. 224, Findlay. Learn how sap is collected and turned into maple syrup using historic methods. Includes demonstrations, crafts, tours and maple treats. Free; registration not required. Birds at the Feeders — 10 a.m.-Noon Saturday, March 28 at Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwood Ave., Findlay. Participate in Project FeederWatch by counting birds and learning about backyard species and feeding basics. Free; registration not required. Register online at hancockparks.com. Wood County Leprechaun Open Geocaching — 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, March 21 at Bradner Preserve, 11491 Fostoria Rd., Bradner. Search for hidden geocaches using GPS units or smartphones. Self-guided; no registration required. Sunday Stroll — 2-3 p.m. Sunday, March 22 at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, Friends Green Room, 29530 White Rd., Perrysburg. Enjoy a relaxed walk focused on fresh air and mindful movement. Registration required. Serving Up Knowledge: Spring Ephemerals of Wood County — 11 a.m.-Noon Thursday, March 26 at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Rd., Perrysburg. Learn about early spring wildflowers in a short educational session. Registration required. Art Remix: Realism — 5-6 p.m. Friday, March 27 at Carter Historic Farm, Loomis Community Room, 18331 Carter Rd., Bowling Green. Explore realism in art history and create your own work inspired by the movement. Registration required. Puppets on the Porch: Groundhogs — 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 28 at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, Friends Green Room, 29530 White Rd., Perrysburg. Learn about groundhogs through a puppet presentation followed by a craft or hike. Registration required. Craft Circle — 1-4 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at Carter Historic Farm, Loomis Community Room, 18331 Carter Rd., Bowling Green. Open crafting session; bring your own materials and projects. Registration required. Register online at woodcountyparkdistrict.org.