Background An French Lick, Indiana based chainsaw sculpture company, Bear Hollow created this giant sasquatch sculpture at the Mercer County Fairgrounds in Celina, Ohio. Impression As usual, pictures do not always do things justice, and this is the case with the giant Sasquatch sculpture at the Mercer County Fairgrounds. The head, hands and feet appear…
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HockHocking Adena Bikeway Trailhead
Background The Hockhocking Adena Bikeway is a 21-mile rail trail that runs from Athens, Ohio to Nelsonville, Ohio. It is named after the Hockhocking River, which it parallels for most of its length, and the Adena people, who were indigenous to the area. The trail was built on the former right-of-way of the Hocking Valley…
Glick Park and O’Shaughnessey Dam
Background The O’Shaughnessey Dam is located on the Scioto River near Dublin, Ohio, United States. The dam forms O’Shaughnessy Reservoir, which is a major source of drinking water for the city of Columbus. It was completed in 1925 following recommendations of then superintendent Jerry O’Shaughnessy (for whom the dam was named). At the time, the…
Everal Farm and Homestead Park
Background Everal Farm and Homestead Park is a 52-acre park in Westerville, Ohio. The park is home to the Everal Barn, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The barn was built in 1872 and is an excellent example of 19th century farm architecture. The park also includes a farmhouse, a carriage…
Riverscape Metro Park
Background RiverScape MetroPark is a 22-acre park in downtown Dayton, Ohio. It was opened in 2001 as part of a larger effort to revitalize the city’s riverfront. The park is located along the Great Miami River and features a variety of amenities, including a playground, a picnic area, a walking trail, and a pavilion. The…
Woodside Green Park in Gahanna
Background The below description is taken from the Gahanna City Parks website: This beautiful 32 acre park offers both passive and leisure opportunities for your enjoyment. With amenities such as a playground, canoe launch into the Big Walnut Creek, softball and baseball fields, basketball court, catch and release fishing pond, heated restrooms and a rentable…
Quarry Trail Metro Park
Background One of the newest metro parks in Columbus sports 2 distinct sections connected by a multi purpose trail. While there is still some construction ongoing, both sections are open and the bulk of the construction is happening between them. One section contains the mountain biking track area. Going into the main entrance, drive off…
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