French Creek Nature Center and Theatre

Multi-day event: 2026-06-19 through 2026-06-20.

Splash Zone (Oberlin) Join us at Splash Zone as we conduct some hands-on experiments that will focus on water. Then, stick around after the program for some discounted pool time! For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 9/8/25. Registration opens 8/15/2025.

Sandy Ridge Reservation (North Ridgeville) Learn about the importance of wetlands and why so many species of birds are seen at Sandy Ridge Reservation. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 10/13/25. Registration opens 9/14/2025.

Learn how to apply forensic techniques to solve wildlife crimes through hands-on activities and crafts. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 11/12/25. Registration opens 10/13/2025.

Learn how to identify the animals who live in the forest by looking for tracks, trails, homes, scat, and other signs of wildlife. Please dress for the weather. For children ages 7-12.

What do raptors eat, and why? Find out during owl pellet dissection, bio-facts and an outdoor eating demonstration using our Raptor Center resident birds. Please dress for the weather. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 1/14/26. Registration opens 11/21/2025.

Learn about snow and ice with a lesson, activity/craft and hike at Vermilion River Reservation! We will learn about the properties of snow and ice, snowflakes, glaciers and icebergs, and the Ice Age in Ohio. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 2/10/26. Registration opens 1/10/2026.

Discover and learn about some of the lesser-known but still really important pollinators and the plants that depend on them during a hands-on lesson, fun activities, and an engaging Conservatory Tour! For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 3/18/26. Registration opens 1/18/2026.

Learn about how plants grow and how to start seeds at home for a flower or vegetable garden. Students will start a few seeds to take home and grow for the summer. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 4/14/26. Registration opens 1/15/2026.