On Saturday, November 9 at 7:00 PM the Oil Region Astronomical Society (ORAS) will host a virtual public night, including a presentation by ORAS member Rich Dollish on the Astronomy for Disabled Veterans Project. Rich will give an overview on how the project began, where … READ MORE
On Saturday, July 13, ORAS president Dean Miskovich will give a talk entitled “Monsters — Subtle and Colossal Beasts of the Night Sky.” He will discuss some of the things that make the galaxy a scary place! This presentation will take place both on site … READ MORE
Please join us for a hybrid in-person and virtual presentation by Dr. Susan Prezzano entitled “The Summer Solstice and Stonehenge in the Present and the Past.” The megalith Stonehenge located in England has strong associations with the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. … READ MORE
Please join us for a hybrid in-person and virtual presentation by Dr. Susan Prezzano entitled “The Summer Solstice and Stonehenge in the Present and the Past.” The megalith Stonehenge located in England has strong associations with the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. … READ MORE
Spring clean up! Help the Friends of Oil Creek State Park team clean and clear the hiking/ski trails at Oil Creek State Park. Weather depending, we may even blaze some trails! (So wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and possibly paint covered.) Meet at … READ MORE
Come see our region with a view from the river! You will also learn of the lands that AVC helps to protect and how our activities effect the water quality of the river. Bring your kayak or SUP to join us on the water on … READ MORE
Join us for the 5th annual celebration of our Land & Water Trails & fun ways to enjoy the outdoors! This is a FREE self-guided showcase of displays & activities to enjoy at your own pace along a 1/2 stretch of the Queen City Trail, … READ MORE
Have you always wanted to hike the Gerard Trail, but thought 36 miles was just too much? Join us for the fourth hike in our Gerard Trail Series! We’ve split the trail into 5 shorter loops, which we will be hiking on a few Saturdays … READ MORE
On Saturday evening, the Oil Region Astronomical Society will have the grand opening of its facility at 4249 Camp Coffman Rd., near Kossuth. The schedule is as follows. 5 – 8:30 PM — Tour the new facilities and enjoy hotdogs and hamburgers from the grill … READ MORE
Join the park naturalist as we celebrate National Pollinator Month with a pollinator party! We’ll learn about different kinds of pollinators through activities and crafts while sipping on floral tea sweetened with honey! We will also be using park iPads to take photos of the … READ MORE