Adams County 2015 Visitors & Community Guide

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Vinyl clad aluminum Chicago Wicker with factory guarantee Open Mon - Fri 8AM - 6PM & Sat 8AM - 5PM Located on the Appalachian Highway at Burnt Cabin Rd.

KEIM FAMILY MARKET features: Fresh Baked Amish Pies, Breads, Cakes and Pastries Full Stocked Deli Department - Cold Cuts and Cheeses Bulk Foods, Candy, Nuts & Baking Supplies Amish Jams, Jellies, Preserves and Pickles Full Line of Indoor & Outdoor Furniture including Chicago Wicker Playhouses and Playsets Come enjoy a delicious fresh deli sandwich, homemade soup or a coffee and a fresh Amish pastry.

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GE PEEBLES TEST OPERATION Excellence In Harmony Imag ine spending your day working in a state of the art facility, testing jet engines that propel passengers across the sky at hundreds of miles an hour, and then spending your lunch break outside watching deer graze in a nearby field. This is a typical day for a Peebles Test Operation (PTO) employee.

PTO is proud to be a part of the GE tradition of “imagination at work”.

We are 300 employees strong in craftsmanship, work ethics, and ingenuity surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery southern Ohio has to offer. PTO is part of what Forbes magazine called “The Most Admired Company in the World”, yet enjoys the intimacy of a small business where we know

everyone’s name at the Christmas party.

Being one of the world’s premiere sites for jet engine testing, we are a small city with the infra-structure to accurately measure thrust from our smallest engines producing 2000 lbs. of thrust to the world record holder the GE90 at 127,900 lbs. of thrust. PTO also conducts acoustic, fuel efficiency, and emissions tests, to better protect the air quality and environment. Our test sites are considered the “gold standard” for all other GE jet engine test facilities. The accuracy of any GE engine test anywhere in the world is measured against this facility, right here in Peebles, Ohio.

Beyond the physical campus our employees travel the globe and help many of our partners and customers with their testing needs.

Growing With Jet Technology

PTO was originally acquired for rocket testing in 1954.

In the 1960’s the focus changed to high–bypass turbo fan engine testing. Because of our remote location PTO played a key role in the development of these engines.

This technological marvel was powerful enough to carry enormous Army transport planes anywhere on the planet—and later helped revolutionize commercial aviation as well.

Since then, the PTO Team has been involved in the development and certification phase testing that are on the cutting edge of aviation.

The production phase involves assurance testing of new engines to guarantee they meet strict requirements before shipment to GE customers. And finally, field return testing is performed to validate maintenance and upgrades to engines already in service.

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WE ARE IMAGINATION AT WORK! Technology Meets Nature Because of the terrain, abundant water and restrictions on entry, PTO has developed into the largest privately owned natural area in the state totaling over 7,000 acres. This environment allows for a number of wildlife species to flourish. This is evident in recent years when biologists visiting the site have identified over 500 species of plants, 37 species of reptiles, 25 species of mammals, and over 100 species of birds, many of which are state listed as rare or endangered.

GE PTO takes great pride in ensuring the protection of our pristine environment as the facility continues to thrive. In addition to the forested land GE-PTO maintains four acres of man-made wetlands, several acres of natural wetlands and two streams. One stream running through the facility is considered one of the most pristine habitats in the state.

The local schools, universities and scientists often come to this area to study the wildlife in this unspoiled habitat.

Ecomagination At Work The Peebles facility has very specific goals regarding future Green House Gas (GHG) emissions reductions, which follow a closely monitored set of metrics. In GE’s recent ecomagination report, the company made a public commitment to reduce GHG emissions GE holds all of its businesses to this company-wide goal, including the Aviation business – the organizational home of the Peebles facility.

Today’s engines are ever more fuel efficient, carrying passengers and cargo to the far corners of the globe with less fuel burn than ever before. PTO continues to play a strong role in the certification and acceptance testing of these engines.

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ur cover stor y in this issue is about Serpent Mound, which is on the short list to be nominated as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

I n A d a m s C ou nt y, more histor y is being made as we celebrate bicentennials for t wo important communities. Jacksonville is celebrating 200 years. Founded in 1815 by William Thomas, the small village gets its name from President Andrew Jackson who stayed at the Thomas residence on his way to Washington.

Winchester, founded in 1815 by Gen. Joseph Darlinton, is also celebrating its bicentennial. It was named after the general’s birthplace in Virginia. My ancestors played a role in early Winchester; Richard Cross was the town’s first schoolteacher who later went on to become Adams County Surveyor.

Confederate Gen. John Hunt Morgan made a surprise visit to Winchester in 1863 and they haven’t forgiven him yet.

The Bentonville Harvest Festival is celebrating 176 years, and the Seaman Fall Festival turns 102 years old. Organized during an age when they used to steal horses instead of cars, the Bentonville Anti-Horse Thief Society celebrates 162 years.

Don’t forget the nation’s first Quilt Barn Trail started here in Adams County.

A nostalgic look back at its beginnings is featured in this guide.

We also have a number of excellent lodging facilities, cabins, campgrounds and dining establishments, plus many specialty and antique shops, historical sites, events and attractions. In our Amish community you can purchase fine oak dining tables, homemade bread and handmade quilts, or get shoes repaired. It’s a must stop for any visitor. And please visit our Facebook page to keep up with weekly happenings and events.

We hope you make room in your travel plans to visit Adams County. Should you need any information regarding your visit, please give me a call or drop me an email. I love to talk about Adams County.

See you in the country, Tom Cross, Executive Director Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau (937) 544-5639, (877) 232-6764 info@adamscountytravel.org, www.adamscountytravel.org 509 E. Main, P.O. 577, West Union, OH 45693 Cover: Serpent Mound. Photo by Kip May

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Welcome Calendar of Events Heritage Days Visitor Map Chamber of Commerce The First Quilt Barn Winchester Bicentennial Adams Lake State Park Serpent Mound Hiking at The Edge Hunting, Fishing & Boating John T. Wilson Homestead Wheat Ridge Olde Thyme Herb Fair & Festival Amish Community Antique Shops Channel 12 Visits Lodging, Dining &

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2015 Calendar of Events

Left: Learn about birds at the Amish Bird Symposium.

Right: Guests bid at the Wheat Ridge Amish School Benefit Auction.

March

7 Adams County Amish Bird Symposium. (937) 544-5639

9 Adams County Historical

Society meeting. (937) 587-3358

21-22 Spring Seed Blessing Festival. serpentmound.org

28 Study of Vernal Pools at GE Peebles. (937) 365-1935

26 Page One-Room School

House program. (937) 587-2043

May

1 Wheat Ridge Amish School Benefit Auction & Supper.

(937) 544-7566

1-3 Adams County Trade Days at Adams County Fairgrounds.

(937) 205-7141

4 Children’s Easter egg hunt

2&3 Free Fishing Weekend 2 Explore the outdoors at

11 5th Annual Quilt Show

9 Ohio Brush Creek Sweep.

April

at Wilson Children Home.

(937) 544-2511

at Stone Chapel Church, West Union. (937) 544-3438

17-19 Annual Wildflower

Pilgrimage of Southern Ohio.

(937) 365-1935

18 Loose Thread Quilters Quilt Show at Peebles Methodist.

(937) 587-3713

Adams Lake State Park.

(937) 544-1010 (937) 544-1010

11 Adams County Historical Society at Heritage Center.

(937) 587-3358

16 Scioto Brush Creek Sweep.

(937) 544-1010

June

18 Adams County History

13 200-year Jacksonville

25 162nd Anniversary of the

20 Ohio River Sweep.

Bus Tour. (937) 587-3358

Bentonville Anti-Horse Thief Society Banquet. (937) 549-3360

Reunion and Picnic.

(937) 587-3358 (937) 378-3431

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19-21 Solstice Celebration. serpentmound.org

21 Summer Solstice at Serpent Mound. (800) 752-2757

27 Reptile day at Serpent Mound. (800) 752-2757

28 Page One-Room School

House program. (937) 587-2043

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2015 Calendar of Events July

4 4th of July Celebration/Parade,

West Union. (937) 544-1464

12-18 124th Annual Adams County Fair, West Union. adamscountyfair.com 13 Adams County Historical

Society meeting. (937) 587-3358

25 Adams County Genealogy Society Reunion, West Union.

(937) 544-8522

26 Page One-Room School

House program. (937) 587-2043

31-Aug 1 Kinfolk Landing Day at Manchester

A blacksmith demonstrates his craft at Adams County Heritage Days.

August

1 Prairie hike at Chaparral Prai-

12 Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing. serpentmound.org

15 Marine Corps League 5K Race and Walk. (937) 217-3516 28-30 Winchester

Bicentennial Festival. adamscountytravel.org

29 Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Adams County Fairgrounds. alz.org/Cincinnati

30 Page One-Room School House program. (937) 587-2043

September

3 Junior Fair Beef Barbecue, West Union. (937) 544-2088 4-6 176th Bentonville Harvest Festival. (937) 549-3360

rie, West Union. (937) 365-1935

Mound View Farms Get away from it all at this two bedroom, two bath secluded cabin in the woods one hour east of Cincinnati in Adams County. Family owned and operated on a large farm, this is the perfect cabin for a family vacation or weekend hunting retreat. Built in 2009 and fully furnished, you will have all the comforts of home. An inviting porch swing waits for you on the covered front porch. Spend your nights gathered around the campfire. This property is located three miles from Tranquility Wildlife area with 3500 acres available for all your hunting and fishing needs. There is no hunting allowed at the cabin; however there is a private fishing pond just a short walk away. Bass over 15” have been caught in it.

For Rental information, call or go online: Steve & Amy Hedrick: 937-587-3489 www.vacationhomerentals.com/vacation-rentals/Peebles-Ohio-vacation-rental-cabin-proID-60632.html#ixzz2qaX9CPYn 10 ADAMS COUNTY VISITORS AND COMMUNITY GUIDE

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2015 Calendar of Events 5 Amish School Benefit Cookout at Miller’s Bakery & Furniture. (937) 544-8524

12 Archaeology Day at Serpent Mound. (800) 752-2757

14 Adams County Historical Society picnic. (937) 587-3358

17-20 46th Annual Peebles

Old Timers Days. (937) 587-3749

23-26 102nd Seaman Fall Festival. (937) 386-2083

25 Wheat Ridge Amish School Benefit Auction & Supper.

(937) 544-7566

25&26 Heritage Days and Pioneer Shoot at Tranquility. johntwilsonhomestead.com

26 Adams County Marathon and 5K Run. (606) 831-3260

27 Page One-Room School

House program. (937) 587-2043

October

2-4 Adams County Trade Days at Adams County Fairgrounds.

(937) 205-7141

3 38th Annual Miller’s Custom-

er Appreciation Day and Cookout.

(937) 544-8524

3&4 Old Fashion Draft Horse, Mule and Pony Field Days at Fawcett. (937) 544-3123

3&4 Caraway’s Fall Pumpkin Days at Caraway Farms in Blue Creek. (937) 544-7292

9-11 Wheat Ridge Olde Thyme Herb Fair & Harvest Celebration.

(937) 544-8252

Edge of Appalachia Eulett Center The Eulett Center is available to rent for conferences, business meetings and community events.

Edge of Appalachia Science Camp Science Camp has been providing kids with the opportunity to reconnect with nature and have the time of their lives since 1978.

Edge of Appalachia Advanced Naturalist Workshops Advanced Naturalist Workshops offer field training for those interested in nature study and help to continue the study and cataloging of preserve resources.

Please visit cincymuseum.org/nature for more information and directions. cincymuseum.org www.adamscountytravel.org

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GREAT FOOD AWARD WINNING WINE UNCOMPROMISED RIVER VIEW Moyer Winery & Restaurant 3859 US Route 52 Manchester, OH 937.549.2957

Located on the banks of the Ohio River east of Cincinnati

Mon. - Thur. 11:30 - 9:00 Fri. - Sat. 11:30 - 10:00 Open Sunday’s May - October

Ann Taylor’s QUILT BARN

On the Adams County Quilt Barn Trail “Let us complete your unfinished quilt tops”

• Long-Arm Quilting Service • Featuring the “STATLER STITCHER” by Gammill • Quick Turnaround on Edge-to-Edge Quilting • Quilt Fabric in Fat Quarters & Half Yards • Quality Quilters Supplies

Hours: WED.- FRI. 10AM-5PM | SAT. 10AM-4PM (or by appointment) Cemetery Road • Manchester, OH OH 45144 250250 Reed Cemetery Road • Manchester, 45144

937.549.4900

6 Don't Miss Events MARCH 7 The Adams County Amish Bird Symposium. Held the first Saturday in March in the heart of Amish Country, nationally renowned naturalist, authors, professors and an ornithologist are among the featured speakers.

The day’s activities include seminars, demonstrations, field trips and an Amish-made lunch.

SEPT. 26 Adams County Marathon: Run the Amish Country.

Runners can choose a full or half marathon, or 5K run. The course takes you through the heart of Amish Country on Wheat Ridge Road. Participants completing the course are presented a unique Amish-made finisher medal.

SEPT. 25-26 Adams County Heritage Days. This event is located at the renovated and historic John T. Wilson home in Tranquility. Relive the frontier days of old Adams County, including historical encampments, living history displays from Grassy Run, local historians, wagon rides, storytellers and an old-style pioneer weapons shoot.

OCT. 9-11 The Wheat Ridge Olde Thyme Herb Fair and Harvest Celebration. The second weekend in October brings the tradition of herbs, crafts and natural products to the Wheat Ridge Amish Community. Natural earth creations, artisans, craftspeople and herbal products are featured at the three-day festival set in the picturesque hills of Adams County.

OCT. 11 Jack Roush Day. If you’re a muscle car fan you don’t want to miss the Jack Roush Day in Manchester. Racing legend Jack Roush, of Roush Racing, returns to his hometown for a day of festivities and a car show that features hundreds of classic cars. During the day, Jack Roush autographs everything from fenders to car hoods and Ford engines.

DEC. 21 Lighting the Serpent. Celebrate the Winter Solstice at Serpent Mound. At dusk, volunteers light more than a thousand candles surrounding the serpent effigy resulting in a luminous candlelit outline of great Serpent Mound.

For more information about these and other great events contact the Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau at 877-232-6764 or online at adamscountytravel.org

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YOUR BEST

11 Jack Roush Day in Manchester.

DEAL DEALER

(937) 549-3628

25 Page One-Room School House program.

(937) 587-2043

November

11 Veterans Day Parade in West Union.

WEST UNION, OH 937-544-2331 or 800-442-7790

(937) 386-0293

14 Open House at Adams County Heritage Center.

(937) 587-3358

27 23rd annual opening of Miller's Christmas Tree Farm. (937) 544-2220

28 Adams County Christmas at the Adams County Courthouse. (937) 587-3749

December

5 Peebles Christmas Celebration. (937) 587-2417 13 Page One-Room School House program.

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Blake Pharmacy

One of three historic soda-jerk pharmacies in Ohio!

West Union, Ohio

(937) 587-2043

Old Fashion Soda Fountain

14 Adams County Historical Society Christmas at Heritage Center. (937) 587-3358

Enjoy a 5-cent Coca-Cola!

19 Adams County Audubon Christmas Bird Count.

RadioShack

(937) 544-2880

Adams County’s only electronics franchise

21 Lighting the Serpent by Friends of Serpent Mound. serpentmound.org

Blake Gift Shop

Other Area Events

featuring

Hallmark Gift Cards Hummel Figurines Fenton & Nouveau Art Glass Artist Collectible Dolls and more!

Sept. 4-6 Rarden Whitetail Deer Festival. rardendeerfest.com/festival

Oct. 3-4 Appalachian Mountain Artisans

Festival. appalachianmountainartisansfest.com

For additional and updated events, please visit adamscountytravel.org.

For Red Barn concert dates, please go to redbarnconventioncenter.com.

For additional Serpent Mound events, go to arcofappalachia.org. www.adamscountytravel.org

Monday - Saturday 9AM - 8PM Sunday 1PM - 5PM Soda Fountain closed on Sundays

Visit us at all three locations!

WEST UNION 544-2451

PEEBLES 587-3100

MANCHESTER 549-3773

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HERITAGE DAYS

Take a Trip Back to the Old Times ADAMS COUNTY HERITAGE DAYS IS AT THE JOHN T. WILSON HOMESTEAD, SEPT. 25-26

Start Feeling Better Today!

• Natural Foods • Health, Beauty • Herbs, Vitamins • Aromatherapy

Certified Herb Specialists 3232 Logans Lane • West Union, OH • M-F: 9-6 Sat: 9-4

(937) 544-5685 | www.sunshinestore.net Above: An old-fashioned primitive shoot.

Inset: Ride a frontier wagon at Heritage Days.

M Beautiful Estate Farm Parcels 25-100 Acres

A Preserve with over a thousand acres of shared trails as well as beautiful streams, forests, and open fields in Adams County

Jayme Eldridge (937) 205-3703 TranquilityFarmsPreserve.com

ark your calendar for the 2015 Adams County Heritage Days. It’s a look back at the pioneer heritage in old Adams County where you can relive the frontier experience of your forefathers with your family.

Adams County Heritage Days will feature living history by frontier group Grassy Run Historical Arts Committee, portraying life as it was during late 1700s and early 1800s.

The group will feature an education into old-time skills such as rope making, loom and spinning wool, quill pen writing, tin punch design, dulcimer music and cooking over a fire.

Other historical skills will include blacksmithing, candle making, goat farming, quilting and weaving. An old-time pioneer shoot with flintlock rifles is also on tap.

Tours of the historic John T. Wilson Homestead will also be available. Those attending are encouraged to wear period clothing to help recreate the frontier spirit of old Adams County.

The Grassy Run Historical Arts Committee was founded to educate the public on the history of the Simon Kenton era. Its mission is to educate the public on the settlement years of Southwest Ohio.

Adams County Heritage Days takes place Sept. 25-26 at John T. Wilson Homestead in Tranquility, 92 Old state Route 32, Peebles. For more about Heritage Days, go to johntwilsonhomestead.com. ■

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ERWIN REALTY & AUCTIONS

Specializing in listing & selling farms, vacant land, recreational and homes Herbert Erwin, Broker - Sales - Auctioneer Office: 937.544.8252 or Cell: 937.205.4862 817 Tater Ridge Road, West Union, OH 45693

47 Years of Auction Experience Antiques Farm Real Estate Household Business Surplus Items Inventory Reduction Target Advertising Professional Auction Set Up Tent Rentals

Let Expe r i e n c e Wo r k Fo r Yo u !

Wheat Ridge Olde Thyme Herb Fair & Harvest Celebration Friday thru Sunday, October 9th,10th,11th, 2015 10am - 5pm Enjoy the fall harvest along with 150 artisans, craftspeople, antiques, fall harvest decorations, herbs and herbal products, locally produced and from-scratch foods, and shooting the pumpkin cannon.

Located in the heart of the Wheat Ridge Amish community.

817 Tater Ridge Road, West Union, Ohio

For more information and booth rental, call Kim Erwin at 937-544-8252 or visit www.wheatridgeherbfestivals.com

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Hillside Bird Nest, Fabric & Books Keim Family Market Miller’s Bakery & Furniture Raber’s Shoe & Saddlery

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As It Was In The Beginning Antiques Barn Sale Antiques Peebles Flower Shop & Antiques

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Adams County Fairgrounds Blake’s Pharmacy On The Square Brush Creek Motorsports Complex Granny’s Place House of Phacops Land of the Singing Coyote Miller’s Christmas Trees Old Page Schoolhouse Red Barn Convention Center Sunshine Store The Panhandler The Quilt Barn

23 Adams County Genealogical & Historical Society 24 Buckeye Station 25 Dr. A.C. Lewis House 26 Gov. Thomas Kirker Home,

Grave Site, & Bicentennial

Barn 27 Harshaville Covered Bridge 28 Kirker Covered Bridge 29 Moore’s Memorial Chapel 30 Paleo-Indian District 31 Treber’s Inn & Zane’s

Trace Monument 32 Wilson’s Civil War

Soldiers Monument

HERITAGE

20 Cruiser’s Diner 21 Moyer Vineyards &

Restaurant 22 Olde Wayside Inn

DINING

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Budget Host Inn Cave Hill Lodge Comfort Inn County Nights Inn Dogwood Farm B&B Hope Springs Institute Hopewell Croft Heart by Nature Retreats John T. Wilson Homestead Manchester Motel Mound View Farm Murphin Ridge Inn River Barn Village RiverHaven B&B Rooster’s Nest B&B & antiques Scenic View Cottage The Rock Vacation Rental The Sanctuary Unity Woods Cabins

LODGING 72 Adams Lake State

Nature Preserve 73 Buzzardroost Rock 74 Chaparral Prairie

Nature Preserve 75 Davis Memorial State

Nature Pres 76 Edge of Appalachia

Preserve 77 Johnson Ridge State

Nature Preserve 78 Lynx Prairie 79 Shoemaker State

Nature Preserve 80 The Wilderness 81 Whipple State Nature

Preserve

NATURAL PRESERVES

89 Brush Creek State Forest 90 Shawnee State Forest 91 Tranquility Wildlife Area

PUBLIC LANDS

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Club 83 Brush Creek Boat Ramp &

Campground 84 Cedar Trails Nudist Retreat 85 Hilltop Golf Course 86 Island Creek Marina &

Campground 87 Mineral Springs Lake Resort 88 Sandy Springs Campground

OUTDOOR RECREATION

ADAMS COUNTY VISITOR MAP 92 Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau

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33 Bentonville Anti-horse Thief Society Monument 34 Bradford Travern 35 Cairn of Peace 36 Camp Hamer -Civil

War Training Camp 37 Covenanter Church 38 Cowboy Copas 39 First Settlement of

Virginia Milt. Dist.

40 Israel Donalson &

Founders Cemetery 41 Manchester 42 Massie Station 43 Old Mineral Springs

Resort 44 Reverend John Graham Abolitionist W.U. Reform

Presbyterian Church 45 Rome 46 Seaman 47 Serpent Mound State

Memorial 48 Underground Railroad 49 West Union

Presbyterian Church 50 Wickerham Inn 51 William Lafferty

Memorial Funeral &

Carriage Collection 52 Winchester-Morgan’s

Raiders

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JZN GOAT FARM Cheese sales by appointment • Please call 937-544-6735 www.JZNgoatfarm.com

Chamber of Commerce

Welcome

from the Chamber of Commerce

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he Adams County Chamber of Commerce proudly serves its business community. This member-driven organization encourages development, improvement and conservation of the county’s physical and economic environments. We advocate for Adams County businesses and showcase opportunities for growth for all of our members, supporting them with collaborative networking, professional training opportunities and guidance resources.

The Chamber sponsors a Buy Local First initiative. The Buy Local Adams program is a cost effective avenue for businesses to reach consumers on a weekly basis through emails offering discounts, specials and events. Now entering its fourth year, this program is available to all businesses; however, it’s FREE with your Chamber membership. To learn more, visit buylocaladams.com.

To help out Buy Local Adams, we also sponsor the $25 Days of Christmas each year. In 2014, the sales exceeded both of the two previous years combined. We would like to thank the businesses that participated and the consumers that made it happen.

We also work with the Business Resource Network, where businesses are interviewed to determine challenges that they face. Our community, as well as neighboring communities, provide solutions and find resources to meet the challenges. The Chamber also sponsors the Adams-Brown Counties Safety Council. The council provides free education and training to Adams and Brown counties’ businesses, which leads to discounts, bonuses and even grants available through the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.

We welcome visitors and encourage new businesses to come to Adams County. If you have questions, please call our office at 937-544-5454. We’re open 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Wednesday. Hours on Thursday and Friday are by appointment; however, we assure you the calls are regularly monitored so if you get a recording, please leave a message.

Because of our community involvement, our hours may be adjusted to meet those obligations.

Welcome to Adams County, we’re glad you’re here! ■

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937-544-8010 Fax: 937-544-0324

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TOURING

Adams County’s First Quilt Barn

EVER WONDERED HOW THE VERY FIRST QUILT TRAIL IN THE NATION CAME ABOUT? BELOW, READ ONE OF THE FIRST ARTICLES EVER WRITTEN ABOUT THE FIRST QUILT SQUARE, THE OHIO STAR AT LEWIS MOUNTAIN HERBS LOCATED ON S.R. 247, SOUTH OF WEST UNION

The Adams County Quilt Barn Project

By Celeste Baumgartner, Country Living Magazine, July 2002

R Above: Adams County’s first Quilt Square, the Ohio Star, was dedicated in 2001.

Inset: The Dutchman’s Puzzle

emember the Mail Pouch Barns?

Well, picture this – 20 different quilt squares painted on the sides of 20 barns. You follow a scenic driving tour to see the whole quilt.

Someday, maybe you will even be able to but a sample quilt made of the 20 squares.

If Donna Sue Groves has her way, that will be an Adams County reality.

The idea might even spread throughout the state. An Ohio Arts Council Field

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Coordinator who learned quilting from her mother Maxine, a sixth-generation Appalachian. Donna had the idea of doing something special in her region.

Since Mail Pouch barn were everywhere in the area, Donna thought “What Fun it would be to put a quilt square on barns in honor of my mother”. Judy Lewis liked the idea, had an available barn and said “Yes, let’s do it!”

A local planning group, Planning Adams County Tomorrow (PACT) also www.adamscountytravel.org

liked the idea. PACT’s goal is to bring compatible economic development to Adams County, according to Pete Whan, co-founder of the organization. One of their strategies is “experiential tourism,” which includes nature-based tourism,

heritage tourism and cultural tourism.

PACT received a start-up $2,000 grant from the Ohio Arts Council for painting the first five quilts on barns.

The goal of the project will be eventually to have 20 quilt squares on 20

Barn Quilts

Barn Quilts and the american Quilt trail

movement

Suzi Parron

with donna Sue Groves

Read about it: Barn Quilts and the American Quilt Trail Movement by Suzi Perron and Donna Sue Groves. Available for $25 from the Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau office.

For maps and other information about Adams County’s “Clothesline of Quilts,” contact the Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau at (877) 232-6764 or visit us at adamscountytravel.org The red barn symbol on the map (found within this guide) denotes all known quilt barns in Adams County.

barns, and according to Whan, “We could make a sampler quilt of the 20 patterns for retail and as a hook for folks to travel through the county and help economic condition here.”

Groves takes it a step further: “maybe someday we can have postcards and a driving tour,” she said. “Then other counties might want to do the same thing. I envision it will be like a clothes line throughout Ohio. It will be something in memory once we’re gone that people will keep up and the traditional quilts will be there. Hopefully, it will get folks energized and excited about the ideas of murals as public art; a way of beautifying, of calling attention to the special things that are near and dear to us.”

Reprinted with permission from Country Living Magazine, July 2002. ■

Riding the Bridges in Adams County

By Kurt Niemeyer, Cincy Magazine Motorsports Journal spring driving tour added a spectacular splash of color to the encroaching spring in southern Ohio. A relentless winter had classic car drivers salivating to get some “Wheel Time” and get the fun rolling for 2014. The Ohio Valley Region of the Porsche Club of America and the British Car Club of Greater Cincinnati joined regulars from the Southwest Ohio MG T Owners and the Drei Staaten Gruppe this year as the tour wound through valleys over hills along fabulous roads rounding an ancient earthwork and an Amish market before ending with fabulous fare at a riverside winery.

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headed east to Serpent Mound in the Ohio Brush Creek Valley near Peebles, Ohio.

The second leg followed the Ohio Brush Creek Valley, traversing the areas most rural and scenic paved roadways to reach Wheat Ridge Road, where a steep but short climb exercised some of the vintage machines vigorously as they topped the ridge to find the sprawling Miller’s Amish Market awaiting. The cars were parked amongst the Amish built garages appropriately enough, while the participants enjoyed the delights of the sandwich shop and the bakery, especially the bakery!

The third stage included the Harshaville Covered Bridge and soon became known as the “See America First, Get Lost on a Rallye” leg of the journey. Some of the road signs were “directionally challenging,” which resulted in teams choosing divergent

Classic’s auto passing through the Harshaville Covered Bridge.

Photo by Gary Kessler

routes that all seemed to achieve the goal of ending the tour at Moyer’s On the River in Manchester, Ohio, for tastings of the varietals and delicious fare.

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HISTORY

Winchester, Ohio 1815-2015 Adams County Museums, Historical Societies & Heritage Trails Adams County Heritage Center Thu & Sat, Noon-4 p.m.

507 N. Cherry St., West Union (937) 544-8522, achs-ohio.org Adams County Historical Society & Adams County Genealogical Society 507 N. Cherry St., West Union (937) 544-8522, achs-ohio.org House of Phacops 29894 S.R. 41, Peebles (937) 558-2766

By Patsy Roberts

deep and lasting impression as General John Hunt Morgan’s famous raid on July wo centuries have passed since 15, 1863. Nearly 3,000 “Raiders” entered Joseph Darlinton platted the the town that morning, stealing horses, village of Winchester in 1815. food and supplies while ransacking the The first inhabitants were Shawnee village and nearby residences.

Indians but by the time Joe Bailey and The first train entered the village his family arrived in 1802, they had de- in 1877 and later became the eastern parted. In the northern reaches of the terminus of the Cincinnati and Eastvillage a number of small mounds were ern Railway from 1877-1880. The turn located, a reminder of the century saw of times past. They the coming of the were the works of telephone, electric prehistoric inhabitlights and automoants where, accordbiles. Winchester ing to historians, reached its peak in small fragments of business and popuhuman skeletons lat ion about t hat were found. time, and by 1900 I n 1 8 0 8 , a l o g Celebrate Winchester’s the town had a wood cabin was built that bicentennial in August 2015. work i ng f ac tor y, housed the commua canning factor y nity’s first school, and a shoe factory. which stood in what is now the town Over the years, the small village of cemetery, and Richard Cross taught Winchester has continued to contribute in its first year. Stories were told about its share of leaders in all walks of life. wolves in the area during school. By Winchester’s bicentennial will be the 1820s, church organizations were held Aug. 28-30. In recognition of early formed. And in the 1850s, Winchester descendants, a reenactment of Morgan’s had 458 residences and 52 merchants. Raiders and a historic ghost ride are The village was incorporated in 1864 but planned. by then Winchester had nearly doubled For more information on the 200its population to 800. year celebration contact Patsy Roberts, Nothing has happened in the town Winchester Bicentennial Committee, at before or since that has made such a (937) 403-1315. ■

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William Lafferty Memorial Funeral & Carriage Collection Museum open by appoint ment, please call ahead for museum hours.

205 S. Cherry St., West Union (937) 544-2121 Page One-Room School House Check events calendar.

Closed during winter.

Located at the intersection of Page School and Vaughn Ridge roads, West Union (937) 587-2043 Serpent Mound Museum Memorial Day-Labor Day, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Weekends in April-May, SeptemberOctober, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

3850 S.R. 73, Peebles (937) 587-2796 John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail From Winchester t h r ou g h L o c u s t Grove, a 32-mile self-guided driving tour retracing Morgan’s 1863 raid across Adams County. Interpretive signs at Winchester and Locust Grove explain the historical events of that time.

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NATURE

Adams Lake State Park

By Bill Wickerham

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ny t r ip to Ada m s Cou nt y wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Adams Lake State Park.

This 47-acre lake was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) to provide water for the village of West Union. Adams Lake is one of the most scenic and biologically interesting areas in the county.

The park provides places for family reunions, picnics and events. Picnic tables are located throughout the www.adamscountytravel.org

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Left: Adams Lake State Prairie Nature Preserve has signs explaining the preserve’s features along its trails.

Above: Fishing at Adams Lake.

mostly shaded park so finding a secluded location is usually easy even on the busiest of holidays, and the new playground will keep the children occupied. For bigger groups, a large shelter house can be reserved but otherwise is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Adams Lake is a popular destination for waterfowl and a local hot spot for birders. With few large bodies of water in the area, most waterfowl that pass through stop at the lake.

Often overlooked is the lake’s seldomrevealed high-qualit y bass fishing.

Five pound and larger bass are caught and released by lucky fisherman every summer. Other species include crappie, channel catfish and bluegill. One of the most popular is rainbow trout, of which more than 2,000 are released every March by the Division of Wildlife. The lake has a boat ramp and is restricted to electric motors only.

One of the most interesting aspects of the park is the 26-acre Adams Lake State Prairie Nature Preserve. Interpretive signs along the trails explain all the features of this unique preserve.

For more information about Adams Lake, contact Shawnee State Park at (740) 858-6652. Adams Lake State Park is located on state Route 41 just north of West Union.

Bill Wickerham is the wildlife specialist for the Adams County Soil and Water Conservation District. ■ www.adamscountytravel.org

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True Value Hardware, Sporting Goods, Giftware, Shoes, Boots, & Clothing for the whole family, gifts.

Name Brands such as, LEVI, Carhartt, Wrangler, Dickies, LEE, Rocky, Justin, Carolina, Roper, Skechers, Eastland, New Balance, Remington, Mossberg, Winchester, Marlin, Ruger, Henry and many more name brands!

GUNS & AMMO Town & Country, Inc., 838 South High Street, Hillsboro, OH 45133 Monday - Saturday 9-9 and Sunday 10-6 Phone: 937-393-2055, Sporting Goods: 937-393-2020

Town & Country West Union, Inc., (Formerly Ms. Greene’s Adams County Department Store) 11142 State Route 41 South, West Union, OH 45693 Monday - Saturday 9-6 and Sunday 12-5 Phone: 937-544-2913

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SERPENT MOUND

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By Crystal Narayana

the site ever since.

T he sense of awe and wonder that the mou nd must have elicited in its original architects still stirs nd.

Mou t pen Ser at er tow Visitors climb the the same emotions in viewers today as visiAncient Earthworks tors entertain theories From the observation tower above regarding the original intentions of Serpent Mound you can see the raised the Native American builders. Was the earth clearly depicting the winding coils Serpent a ceremonial construction? A of a giant snake overlooking the bluffs celestial calendar? The site will explain above Ohio Brush Creek. Of the few ef- what archaeologists have discovered to figy animal mounds still in existence on date regarding one of North America’s the North American continent, Serpent most enigmatic earthworks, one the Mound is both the largest (stretch- few sites in the nation on the priority ing over a quarter mile) and the most list for UNESCO World Heritage Site impressive. Although archaeological nomination. evidence is limited, Serpent Mound was Archaeology & Natural most likely built at least one thousand years ago by Native American peoples. History Museum It’s likely that people from various cul- This small, interpretive Museum intures have been making pilgrimages to cludes displays of artifacts, including 28 ADAMS COUNTY VISITORS AND COMMUNITY GUIDE

shards of pottery and handsomely crafted weapon points left behind by early Native American cultures. The fascinating geological history of the area is also interpreted; Serpent Mound was built within the ancient remains of a meteorite impact crater. Discover what this complex landscape feature means to geologists today and what it might have meant to the ancient peoples who built Serpent Mound. The park staff, with backgrounds in archaeology and education, is available at the Museum desk to answer questions.

One-of-a-Kind Museum Gift Shop The Serpent Mound gift shop has a tasteful selection, including books and items for children, authentic Native American-made artwork, and gifts hand-crafted by local artists—some of which can be found at no other retail location. The store also includes qualwww.adamscountytravel.org

Serpent Mound Historical Site Information Location: 3850 S.R. 73, Peebles Parking Fee: $8.00 per vehicle Hours: Grounds - Open every day of the year from sunrise to sunset, except during severe snow or ice conditions in winter.

2015 Museum Hours March: Weekends starting March 7 April-Oct: Open Daily Nov-Dec: Open Weekends Call for hours: (800) 752-2757

A panoramic view of the Serpent Mound. Photo by Kip May

ity books on archaeology and Native American history.

Park, Nature Trail & Picnicking Bring a packed lunch to enjoy in the historic picnic shelter or spread a blanket on the grass beneath one of the ancient trees rimming Serpent Mound’s green park. A leisurely footpath winds around the perimeter of the earthworks and overlooks the valley. For nature lovers, an additional half-mile trail hugs the cliff bordering Scioto Brush Creek. Here hikers can see scenic outcrops of the same dolomitic limestone that is found throughout much of Adams County. The highly alkaline soils derived from these unglaciated bedrocks support both a hardwood forest and a rare short-grass prairie eco-system. Serpent Mound is noted for its unequaled display of wildflowers in the spring and impressive fall color. www.adamscountytravel.org

Support Ohio’s Legacy Serpent Mound is owned by Ohio History Connection and managed and operated by the Arc of Appalachia Preserve System, a local nonprofit devoted to the preservation and education of Eastern U.S. ecosystems and the historic native cultures that were once supported by Eastern landscapes.

A World-class Attraction Serpent Mound attracts more than 25,000 people a year from all over the world and many make return visits.

Members of Ohio History Connection and the Arc of Appalachia can park without charge. Memberships and discounted yearly passes are available at the front desk. Please inquire.

For more information call (800) 7522757 or visit arcofappalachia.org.

Crystal Narayana is program director for the Arc of Appalachia. ■

Ed Becker, kiosk designer and builder

New Information Kiosk at Serpent Mound With approval from the Arc of Appalachia and the Ohio History Connection, the Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau constructed a new visitor information kiosk at Serpent Mound. The kiosk will feature information about Adams County events, lodging and attractions.

Ed Becker, of West Union, designed and built the kiosk and is an old school carpenter and former Adams County Wildlife Officer.

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SERPENT MOUND 2015 Events at Serpent Mound Summer Solstice at Serpent Mound June 20-21 Join the Arc of Appalachia at Serpent Mound for a weekend of American Indian skill demonstrations, guided tours of the ancient effigy mound, and an evening solstice tour and sunset watch. Free with $8 per car parking fee.

For details, arcofappalachia.org or call Serpent Mound (800) 752-2757.

Reptile Day at Serpent Mound June 27 Dozens of native species of snakes and other reptiles will be displayed.

Live demonstrations for the children and natural history presentations for all levels of reptile enthusiasts. Free

with $8 per car parking fee.

For details, arcofappalachia. org or call Serpent Mound (800) 752-2757.

Archaeology Day at Serpent Mound Sept. 12 Explore Ohio’s ancient Native American legacies through archaeological presentations and many displays of artifacts left behind by our native cultures.

Free with $8 per car parking fee.

For details, arcofappalachia.org or call Serpent Mound (800) 752-2757.

Summer Events at Serpent Mound: Archaeology Lectures, Live Music and More! For details see arcofappalachia.org.

Above: Aerial view of Serpent Mound Below: Historical view of Serpent Mound

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The Arc of Appalachia

Preserving wildlands in Ohio and putting you back in them.

Since 1995, the Arc has been working to create a web of new nature preserves across southern Ohio and teaching people about the world-significance of their own backyard forests.

Our outdoor classroom is 4,200 acres and growing!

Photo of one of the Arc’s recent projects: A 60 acre addition to Chaparral State Nature Preserve in Adams County.

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ACTIVITIES

Hiking at the EDGE

Above: Buzzardroost Rock looms behind the trees and a smaller rock formation.

Right: The trailhead to Joan Portman Trail

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ikers will find new trailheads at two of the Edge of Appalachia Preserve’s most popular hikes.

Both the Buzzard Roost Rock and the Lynx Prairie trailheads have been relocated and new signage also helps direct hikers to the new (and old) EOA hiking trails.

The Buzzardroost Rock trail has been rerouted and lengthened by a half mile (one way) and the round trip is now nearly four miles long. Its new trailhead is on the south side of state Route 125, approximately 1.5 miles east from Waggoner Riffle Road, which saves hikers from having to cross state Route 125.

Lynx Prairie’s new trailhead is located at the end Cline Road just off Tulip Road, moving the entrance away from the township cemetery.

For good reason, Buzzardroost Rock is the most popular hike in Adams County. A strenuous four-mile hike to the lookout and back rewards hikers with a spectacular view of the Ohio Brush Creek Valley. During winter, the surrounding landscape lays bare all its geological features for everyone to

see including the nearby Tiffin Cliffs.

Lynx Prairie was designated a Registered Natural Landmark in 1967 and is best viewed in late summer when the wildflowers and prairie plants are in full bloom. It’s an easy hike that features more than 200 species of plants and prairie flowers.

The Wilderness Trail is a 2.5-mile loop trail. On their moderate hike through the “Wilderness” of EOA, hikers will observe an unbroken forest with limestone cliffs, white cedar, and more than 50 rare plants and flowers.

The new Joan J. Portman Trail is finished and ends at Flood’s Point. A round trip of the trail is 1.5 miles and begins across from “Creeks Bend” on Waggoner Riffle Road. Starting out in a cedar grove, the Portman Trail climbs to the backbone of “Floods Point,” named for Revolutionary soldier William Flood, who died in the early 1800s and whose grave is nearby. The area is part of a land grant Flood received for his part in the Revolutionary War. The Buckeye Trail coincides with the Portman Trail at that point and

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continues toward Shawnee. Currently, 2.1 miles of the Buckeye Trail have been completed from Creeks Bend to Blacks Run Road. When it’s finished, it will extend 14 miles through EOA’s 16,000acre preserve to Shawnee State Forest.

In summer 2014, volunteers from the Buckeye Trail Association took up the task of constructing the new trail through the “Sunshine Corridor,” creating a footpath through the largest track of unbroken of forest in Ohio.

Once completed, the trail will become part of the North County and Buckeye Trail. A back-county camping area is also planned for the trail.

Please keep in mind that all trails are located in semi-wilderness areas and hikers will likely encounter sinkholes, cliffs, drop offs, steep climbs and generally rough terrain. Also, please remember to keep children close when on the trails. Hike at your own risk.

New Buzzardroost coordinates are -83.426,38.771; and Lynx Prairie Trail are -83.407,38.759. For more information on hiking the “Edge” contact the EOA at (937) 544-2880. ■ www.adamscountytravel.org

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OUTDOORS Hunting, Fishing & Boating

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Above: Ready to float and fish in Brush Creek. Inset: Ohio Brush Creek (Twin Bridges) access on state Route 348.

dams County is renowned for its trophy whitetails. This past season, Lear McCoy of Peebles took what is perhaps the top buck in Ohio in 2014. McCoy’s massive nontypical buck has 36 total points and will go down as one of the top whitetails of all time in the Buckeye state. Below is a list of public hunting areas followed by local outfitters and hunting suppliers.

Hunting information packets with maps are available from the Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau; to request one call (877) 232-6764.

Public Hunting

Tranquility Wildlife Area offers more than 4,250 acres of public hunting.

Shawnee State Forest is Ohio’s largest state forest at 63,250 acres.

Brush Creek State Forest is more than 12,000 acres.

The Edge of Appalachia Preserve allows public hunting on 2,400 acres of preserve property by permit only.

For information contact EOA at (937) 544-2880.

Fishing Adams County has several public fishing areas that offer smallmouth bass, catfish, largemouth bass, panfish and trout: The Ohio River. Public boat ramps are located at Manchester and Brush Creek.

Ohio Brush Creek. Five public canoe access points.

Adams Lake. 47-acre lake stocked with trout each spring, electric motors only Winchester Lake. 30-acre lake, electric motors only.

Tranquility Wildlife Area. Various ponds kept stocked by ODNR.

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Public Canoe Launches

Ohio Brush Creek Canoe Access Sites All public canoe access sites are clearly marked except Beasley Fork Bridge.

Serpent Mound Canoe Access On state Route 73 at Serpent Mound (15-mile float trip to Jacktown access).

Jacksonville Canoe Access South of Peebles on state Route 41 (10mile float trip to Twin Bridges access).

Twin Bridges Bridge Canoe Access East of West Union on state Route 348 (three-mile float trip to Waggoner Riffle access). www.adamscountytravel.org

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Waggoner Riffle Canoe Access East of West Union at state Route 125 bridge (three-mile float trip to Beasley Fork access).

Beasley Fork Bridge Canoe Access Southeast of West Union on Beasley Fork Road (five-mile float trip to the Ohio River).

For a map of Ohio Brush Creek canoe access sites please visit the Ohio Division of Watercraft website at ohiodnr.com.

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Ohio River Public Boat Ramps

Manchester Village Boat Ramp At Kinfolk Landing in Manchester. No fee charged.

Island Creek Marina & Campground One mile east of Manchester on U.S. 52. Fee charged for launching and camping. (937) 549-1430 Brush Creek Boat Ramp & Campground Nine miles east of Manchester on U.S. 52. Fee charged for launching and camping. (937) 549-3380

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Lear McCoy and his big non-typical buck

Local Hunting Outfitters & Supplies Adams County Dept. Store West Union, (937) 544-2913 Backwoods Sportsman Archery Shop Winchester, (937) 544-7313 Crawford Farms crawfordfarmshunting.com, (937) 779-7560 Daily’s Outfitters Peebles, (937) 587-3337 Real McCoy Outdoors realmccoyoutdoors.com, (937) 430-4999 Seraphim Ranch SeraphimRanchOhio.com, (888) 777-8252 Sulpher Creek Outfitters sulphercreekoutfitters.com, (937) 549-1877 Riverhills Whitetail riverhillswhitetail.com, (937) 549-4433 Ohio Premier Trophy Outfitters ohiopremiertrophyoutfitters.com, (937) 549- 3337 Wal-Mart West Union, (937) 544-7198

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History

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The Alexanders were presented The Preservation Award of Merit, w h i c h r e c o g n i z e s Cathy Nelson dedicated the Underground Railroad historic preservation plaque, and Ralph and Patricia projects that deserve Alexander were honored for the highest recogni- the preservation of the John T. t ion of qua lit y and Wilson homestead. detail in preserving the project on the National List of Historic Places. Judith Kitchen of the Ohio History Connection nominated the project and the Alexanders to the selection committee.

The Homestead, located at Tranquility, was near ruin when the Alexanders acquired the 42 acres in 2006. Most thought it was far too gone to be preserved. The Alexanders devoted more than 7,000 hours of personal labor with the help of a number of local craftsmen in addition to privately financing the project with their own finances and historic tax credits.

Today, the Homestead has become a major historic attraction in Adams County and is available to the public through advance reservations for tours and as a historic bed and breakfast. In September, the Homestead is also the site for Adams County Heritage Days, where families from near and far can learn what it was like to live on the frontier in the 1800s with live reenactments, demonstrations and good old fashioned fun.

In September 2014, the Adams County Historical Society, friends and elected officials gathered at the John T. Wilson Homestead for the dedication of the Underground Railroad Marker by the Friends of Freedom Society. Cathy Nelson, founder and president of the Friends of Freedom Society, was the featured speaker and dedicated the plaque. John T. Wilson was a known abolitionist and his residence, “Prominence,” was a stop on the Underground Railroad.

Wilson went on to form Company E of the 70th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, which saw battle at Shiloh. Wilson later served as state senator and in Congress. ■

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WHEAT RIDGE FESTIVAL Herb Fest Celebrates Traditional Skills & Crafts

Left: Fresh produce at the Wheat Ridge Olde Thyme Herb Fair & Festival.

Above: More than 175 artisans sell their wares at the fair.

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he Wheat Ridge Olde Thyme Herb Fair & Harvest Celebration, one of Adams County’s largest annual events, brings together more than 175 artisans for three days of crafts, antique farm machinery, herbal products and other natural items.

The fair is the creation of Herb and Kim Erwin, along with their son, Brad, on the family’s Grindstone Farm. The farm, at 817 Tater Ridge Road, is between Wheat Ridge Road and state Route 32 and is located near West Union. Last year, the event drew an estimated 25,000 visitors to the farm.

Grindstone Farm is a working farm complete with beef cattle, 60 peacocks, hay fields and pumpkin patches on 110 acres, but for three days in early October, the Erwin’s turn it into a celebration of farm life and the nearby Amish country side.

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to the event.

“This year-round effort involves finding true craft vendors. We check out every one to make sure they’re not just selling stuff imported from China,” she adds.

The Erwin’s launched the festival seven years ago after a similar familyoriented farm festival ended after more than 20 years. The Erwin’s also get a lot of help from the nearby Amish Community.

“It feels like the whole community is involved,” she says.

An antique auctioneer and collector as well as former dairy farmer, Herb says he wanted to keep a family-friendly festival going.

“An event like this portrays a positive and true image of what Adams County really is,” Herb says.

The nearby Amish community is heavily involved in the festival, baking from scratch, pressing fresh apple cider and preparing home-cooked meals to support the local Amish schools. Two barns on the farm that encompass

18,000 square feet contain an assortment of eccentric and unusual antiques.

Herb and lavender growers, herbal and medicinal teas, soaps, lotions and other herbal and natural earth products are also offered at the festival.

The artisans typically offer unique metal yard art, wood-crafted items including bowls and walking sticks, hand-made pottery, and sewn items from quilters, weavers and knitters.

Special classes and demonstrations such as natural art, medicinal teas, and cooking with herbal food and spices are featured. There’s also entertainment from musical acts performing a variety of genres, such as Creole, Celtic, Country and more.

Another feature is the pumpkin cannon, acquired a couple of years ago from a man who makes them in Clarence, N.Y. The air-powered cannon can send a six-inch gourd up to a half-mile from the ridge.

This year’s festival dates are Oct. 9-11, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. ■

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AMISH

The Wheat Ridge Amish Community in Adams County

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he Amish Community on Wheat Ridge began its humble roots in 1976 when seven families looking for a fresh start relocated from Melroy, Ind., to Adams County because land was affordable and available. The late Bill Lafferty, of West Union, had visited the Amish harness shops in Melroy and had spoken favorably of the area. When the first Amish finally settled in Adams County, it was noted that many were hog farmers at first.

Over time, the Wheat Ridge Amish gradually evolved from a farming communit y into a merchant, industrial and service community that now boasts nearly 100 Amish households.

Several factors have contributed to the prosperity of the Wheat Ridge Amish Community in those early years, including the close proximity to state Route 32, the old Cedar Works factory, good cooking and self-determination.

Over 30 years ago, Roy Keim, who founded Keim Family Market, pulled a buggy under a shade tree on the newly completed state Route 32—the Appalachian Highway—to sell homemade bread and bakery products that his wife and daughters had prepared the evening before.

Miller’s Bakery & Furniture started out as a small kitchen bakery, catering to tourist and locals that were attracted to an old-fashioned Amish bakery and its quaint horse and buggy transportation.

Roy Raber started a small shoe repair store on Murphin Ridge Road. Amish lumber mills started operating and several Amish families found profitable enterprises in building birdhouses for the new Cedar Works plant that opened near Peebles. The Wheat Ridge Amish Community saw substantial growth during the 1980s and 1990s, and so did its various industries and businesses.

The Wheat Ridge Amish community

now has four parochial schools, teaching 40 to 60 students each.

Today’s Amish Community is no different from those early days in the late 1970s. You can still hear the sound of a horse and buggy’s clip-clop on the pavement and see school children commanding Above: Taking a buggy ride on a rainy day. the reins of small buggies, which guide them Below: Amish children playing in Adams County. to one-room schoolhouses where baseball is still the preferred sport. Clothes are still dried on backyard clotheslines and In the Wheat Ridge Amish Commuwomen still wear white sunbonnets nity, shoes can be repaired, a buggy can and tend to large, perfectly manicured be fixed, furniture made, signs painted, family gardens that are the envy of all and horses can be purchased or traded. who pass.

Amish tradesmen stand ready to replace Travelers to Wheat Ridge still have to a roof or construct a house or barn, or navigate narrow, winding uphill roads, design handcrafted kitchen cabinets and perhaps a covered bridge if coming built to specifications. Building supin from the west, while keeping a sharp plies, rough lumber, fresh farm produce eye out for horse and buggies, and the and bakery products are all available. “scooters” children push and ride. The slower pace of life here is plainly From atop the ridge, the beautiful rural evident—a way of life that moves at a surroundings haven’t changed much. buggy’s pace. ■

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JOHN T. WILSON HOMESTEAD B&B

Amish Business Directory The Adams County Wheat Ridge Amish community offers many shops and services from furniture, dry goods and bakeries, to builders and craftsmen. All Amish businesses are closed Sunday.

Brush Creek Meats Deer Processing Deer season only. 1423 Wheat Ridge Road, West Union.

(937) 544-2592 Hillcrest Fencing 2260 Bailey Road, Peebles. (937) 386-9990 Hillside Birds Nest, Fabric & Books 35 Port Road, West Union. (937) 544-9983 Hilltop Cabinet 1553 Tater Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 387-1908 Hochstetler Construction Wheat Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-9083 Keim Family Market Mon-Fri: 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. Sat: 8 a.m-5 p.m.

2621 Burnt Cabin Road, Seaman. (937) 386-9995 Millers Furniture Mon-Sat: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

960 Wheat Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-8524.

Miller’s Bakery & Gifts Mon-Sat: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

954 Wheat Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-4520 Miller’s Bulk Foods Mon-Sat: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

930 Wheat Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-8449 Murphin Ridge Building Supplies Mon-Sat 67 Murphin Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-8010 Raber’s Shoes & Saddlery Mon-Wed: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Thursday.

5212 Unity Road, Peebles. (937) 386-9927 Ridgeway Lumber & Mulch 3735 Wheat Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-7566 Stutzman Buggy Repair 1195 Duffy Road, Peebles. (937) 386-3368 Stutzman’s Woodworking 5338 Unity Rd. Peebles. (937) 386-1288 Wagler’s Roofing & Construction Tater Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-1720 Wheat Ridge Fencing 4100 Wheat Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-4162 Wheat Ridge Construction Tater Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 386-0177 Wheat Ridge Sales 1493 Wheat Ridge Road, West Union. (937) 544-4624 www.adamscountytravel.org

Nationally Registered Historic Homes built in the early 1800’s. Stay in the 1832 Log Cabin or the Wilson Home Located overlooking the Tranquility Valley. A place to relax and enjoy time away from todays busy life. Memorable Hospitality along with Breakfast to begin the day.

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937.386.0143 • 92 Old State Route 32, Peebles, OH 45660

www.johntwilsonhomestead.com

“Name Brand Home Furnishings Since 1928”

MOSIER Furniture & Appliance West Union, OH

937-544-2711 800-300-2711 Store Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Closed Sunday’s Credit Cards Accepted

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ANTIQUES

& Collectibles

The place for starry nights, delicious dinners, warm fires, and gracious hospitality.

“One definition of antique came about through legislation. In 1930, the U.S. government ruled objects had to be 100 years old to be classified as an antique.”

Call 877-687-7446 or visit online at www.murphinridgeinn.com Make your MoMents MeMorable on the ridge.

- Carol Ward, owner of As It Was Antiques Murphin_1/4pg CincyMag.indd 1

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937.386.2511 Toll Free: 888.386.2511

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Appalachian Highway (SR 32) at SR 247 55 Stern Drive, Seaman, Ohio

As It Was Antiques features furniture, collectibles, glass, collectibles, glassware and linens, plus custom rug weaving. Open by chance or appointment. 4192 Unity Rd., West Union. (937) 544-2867.

Barn Sale Antiques specializes in antique machinery, furniture, country collectibles, pot belly stoves and more.

Open daily. 817 Tater Ridge Rd., West Union. (937) 544-8252.

“Something Better... At A Budget Rate” Granny’s Place features furniture, quilt squares, primitives, antiques items and local crafts. Open Mon-Sat. 2586 Burnt Cabin Rd., Seaman. (937) 386-1890.

Longs Primitive Furniture & Such has local handmade furniture as well as antiques and collectibles. Always open.

Quality Assurance 3978“Budget Unity Rd., Host West Union.

(937) 205-1136. Award” Award of Excellence 2005 from antique Main Street Antique Mall has everything furniture to primitives. Hours: Tue–Fri, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sat, until 3 p.m. 31 North Main St., Peebles. (937) 587-3786.

Peebles Flower Shop & Antiques specializes in glassware and country items, 18760 antique furniture to cut flowers and State Route 136 T 937.695.0381 planters.

Open daily.At25905 S.R. 41, Peebles.

(937) 587-3044.

Intersection of SR 32 & 136 F 937.695.1215 The Panhandler offers a variety ofOhio primitives, Winchester, 45697 antiques and handcrafted items. Open Thursday through Saturday. 632A Panhandle Ave., West Union. (937) 544-3491.

Rooster Nest B&B and Antiques features a variety of antique furniture and hard-to-find items. Open daily or by chance. 2658 Coon Hill Rd., Winchester. (937) 386-3302 or (877) 386-3302.

AAA Double Diamond Rated Wheat Ridge Exchange is a dealer in good antique tools and collectibles. Open by chance. Closed Sunday. 1493 Wheat Ridge Rd., West Union. Voice mail: (937) 544-4624.

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CHANNEL 12 Local News Celebs Visits Adams County

By Tom Cross

“Come as a client, Leave as a friend” Outdoor adventure and indoor comfort await you!

Our knowledgeable and service oriented staff, offer “Once-in-a-Lifetime” trophy whitetail hunts that will create memories and friendships lasting a lifetime.

* Ohio’s #1 Whitetail Country * Wild Turkey Hunting * Summer Family Gatherings * Couple Retreats * Gorgeous Cabins w/pond view * Clean, Quality Accommodations * Highly Rated Hospitality

* Fishing * Outdoor Firepits * Swimming * 3-D Archery Targets * Hiking * Canoeing * Camping

ohiopremiertrophyoutfitters.com

Above (l-r): Shelia Gray, John Gumm, Adam Clements and Bob Herzog relaxing at Murphin Ridge Inn. Below (l-r): Shelia Gray, Bob Herzog, Adams Clements, John Gumm, Jen Dalton, Tom Cross, center.

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he local Channel 12 Morning News Team visited Adams County in May 2014 stopping by Miller’s Bakery & Furniture and Murphin Ridge Inn. The Channel 12 team included Sheila Gray, Bob Herzog, Adam Clements, Jen Dalton, weatherman John Gumm, and cameraman Eric Gerhardt. They seemed to have a good time checking out the game calls, playing with Amish toys and wooing over the nice furniture at Miller’s. The next stop was the bakery where they posed for selfies, sampled some pastries and everything else that smelled delicious.

After a zany hour or so at Miller’s they visited Murphin Ridge, an Adams County landmark and bed and breakfast, where the news team were photographed relaxing and napping on the front porch. And after a tour of the bed and breakfast’s grounds, which is located on 142 acres in the Amish Wheat Ridge area, they sampled some fine dining and other fares from the kitchen. The program aired the following Friday, and as a result of their celebrity visit, Adams County Tourism received more than 4,000 views on its Facebook page.

A special thanks to Adam Clements for making this happen. ■ www.adamscountytravel.org

937-549-DEER (3337)

Ohio Premier Trophy Outfitters

Cozy Hide away Cozy Hideaway can be perfect for a relaxing escape, a romantic getaway, or the adventure of a lifetime. Tucked in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Beautiful Eastern Adams County Ohio you are just minutes from Amish Country, Antique Shops, several Historic Sites and just 2 minutes from “The Edge of Appalachia Preserve”.

Make “Cozy Hideaway” your vacation destination of choice when considering your next trip or hunting excursion.

415 Cozy Lane | West Union, OH 45693 www.cozyhideaway.org (513) 315-3334 or (937) 544-7001 ADAMS COUNTY VISITOR’S AND COMMUNITY GUIDE 41

LODGING

LODGING

Stay warm and cozy in Cave Hill’s living room fireplace or sit a spell and enjoy the surroundings on the front porch (inset).

Bed & Breakfast Dogwood Farm B&B Enjoy one of four rooms in this stylish B&B on a scenic farm just outside of West Union. 7070 S.R. 125, West Union. (937) 544-5227, dogwoodfarmbb.com.

John T. Wilson Homestead Historically renovated twostory brick home, a nationally registered and historic landmark.

Fully modernized B&B offers three antique bedrooms, living room, large dining room and adjoining cabin. Check website for available dates and openings. 92 Old S.R. 32, Peebles. (937) 386-0143, johntwilsonhomestead.com.

Murphin Ridge Inn & Cabins Located in the beautiful Amish Wheat Ridge area of Adams County. This historic landmark offers 10 rooms, nine cabins, a pool and fine dining. 750 Murphin Ridge Rd., West Union.

(937) 544-2263 or 877-687-7446, murphinridgeinn.com.

Cabins/Retreats/Cottages

RiverHaven B&B A beautiful B&B on the riverfront offering six spacious rooms with private bath. 407 W. Front St., Manchester. (937) 549-1999 or (937) 509-6086, ohioriverhaven.com.

Cave Hill Lodge and Cabins Offers all the amenities in a quiet, wooded setting at the end of a private road.

778 Cave Hill Rd., Winchester. (513) 673-5230, cavehillcabins.com.

Rooster’s Nest B&B and Antiques A perfect getaway on 25 acres of natural woodlands with a oneacre stocked pond, walking trails and unsurpassed serenity. 2658 Coon Hill Rd., Winchester.

(937) 386-3302 or (877) 386-3302, roostersnest.net.

Cozy Hideaway Cozy Hideaway has vacation destinations that are perfect for a relaxing escape or romantic getaway. Newly renovated cabin for hunting or the adventure of a lifetime. 415 Cozy Lane, West Union.

(513) 315-3334, cozyhideaway.org.

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The Sanctuary A full-sized home located on 13 acres adjoining Brush Creek State Forest and overlooking a mountain stream and fully stocked pond. 1620 Coffee Hollow Rd., Peebles. (937) 231-2604, vrbo.com/354078.

Hope Springs Institute Great for small or large groups, the tranquil setting is throughout the guesthouse, cabins and trails.

4988 Mineral Springs Rd., Peebles.

(937) 587-2605, hopespringsinstitute.com.

Scenic-View Cottage Across the road from the Ohio Brush Creek, visitors will enjoy the quaint valley in a private cottage. 20913 S.R. 41, Peebles.

(937) 587-2874, scenicviewcottage.com.

Hopewell Croft Cabin Relax at this spacious, yet cozy and comfortable cabin. Cook up a feast in the well-equipped kitchen. Explore the winding trails. Rest by the peaceful stream.

2626 Suck Run Road, Bentonville, www.hopewellcroft.com

Unity Woods Cabins Experience life like the Amish by staying in one of three nonelectric/gas run cabins, situated next to 196 acre state nature preserve, with pond and miles of walking and birding trails. 1095 Marjorie Johnson Rd, West Union, (937) 544-6908. www.unitywoods.org

Mound View Farm Get away from it all at this secluded cabin in the woods.

It’s the perfect place for a family vacation or weekend hunting retreat. 188 Thomas Dr., Peebles.

(937) 587-3489.

Camping

River Barn Located on the riverfront, River Barn offers cabins and camping.

7021 U.S. 52, Manchester.

(937) 549-303.

Brush Creek Boat Ramp & Campground Boating, fishing, camping, launch ramp, food, picnic areas and fuel available on lower Ohio Brush Creek. Boating access to Brush Creek Island. Open AprilSeptember. 17085 U.S. 52. (937) 549-3380, off-season (440) 748-1684, freewebs.com/brushcreekcampground.

The Rock Vacation Rental A rental home away from home overlooking the beautiful Ohio River hills. 1069 S.R. 247, Manchester. (937) 549-4855, therockvactionrental.com.

Cedar Trails Nudist Retreat Tent and RV sites with electric.

Rental cabins with showers.

11 Cow Run Rd., Peebles.

(937) 764-1365, cedartrailnudistretreat.com.

Stay at a cozy cabin in the woods in Adams County.

Island Creek Marina & Campground Offers camping and picnic area along the Ohio River with a boat launch and fueling dock. Perfect view and access to the Ohio Islands National Wildlife Refuge.

8801 U.S. 52, Manchester.

(937) 549-1430, islandcreekmarina.webs.com.

Mineral Springs Lake Resort Offers cabins, seasonal camping with electric hook-ups, a beach, a putt-putt golf course, and a 100acre lake. 162 Bluegill Rd., Peebles.

(937) 587-3132, mineralspringslakefarmresort.com.

Sandy Springs Campground Forty campsites located along the banks of the Ohio River. Tent camping and full RV hookup, restrooms, showers, and ramp for launching small boats. Daily, monthly and seasonal rates. 27719 U.S. 52, Stout. (740) 464-8092 or (740) 464-8748, sandyspringscampground.net.

Hotels/Motels Budget Host Sunset Inn Reasonable rates and clean rooms, located at the intersection S.R. 32 and S.R. 136. 18760 S.R. 136, Winchester. (937) 695-0381 or (800) BUD-HOST. Comfort Inn Relax in one of 34 rooms, with an outdoor pool. At the intersection of S.R. 247 and S.R. 32. 55 Stern Dr., Seaman. (937) 386-2511 or (888) 386-2511.

Country Nights Inn Offers 19 rooms in the heart of West Union’s business district and a short walking distance to many restaurants. 11255 S.R. 41, West Union. (937) 544-9761.

Manchester Motel Offers 11 rooms all on ground level, conveniently located on U.S. 52. 607 W. 2nd, (on S.R. 52) Manchester. (937) 549-4110.

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Heart by Nature Retreats Group and individual spiritual retreats for women at Prairie Pond Woods. A destination for artists, writers and nature lovers. Located between Shawnee State Forest and The EOA Preserve.

(937) 532-6688, heartbynature.com.

DINING

DINING Fine Dining

Local Favorites

Moyer Winery & Restaurant Fine dining with breathtaking views of the Ohio River. Hours: Mon-Thu, 11:30am-9pm; Fri-Sat, 11:30am-10pm; Sun, noon-5pm.

Closed in January. 3859 U.S. 52, Manchester, (937) 549-2957.

Aggie’s Steakhouse Manchester (937) 549-4044

Murphin Ridge Inn The historic 1826 dining house is open Tuesday-Saturday evenings for dinner, 5:30-8 p.m.

Reservations recommended. 750 Murphin Ridge Rd., West Union, (937) 544-2263 or 877-687-7446.

Crossroads Dairy Bar Seaman (937) 386-2574

Unique Dining Blake Pharmacy Five-cent Coke’s served from a 1961 soda counter. Enjoy sandwiches and milkshakes from an old fashion pharmacy. Soda fountain open every day except Sunday. 209 N. Market St. West Union. (937) 544-2451.

Cruiser’s Diner Dine in an old-fashioned ‘50s style diner. Conveniently located off S.R. 32. Open seven days a week.

155 Stern Dr. (off S.R. 32), Seaman.

(937) 386-3330.

Olde Wayside Inn Built in 1804, enjoy home cooked meals at the historic “Bradford Traven,” a registered Historic Landmark. Hours: Tue-Fri, 11am3pm; Sun, 11am-3pm; Mon & Sat, closed. 222 Main St., West Union.

(937) 544-7103.

The Panhandler Old-fashioned ice cream parlor serving milkshakes and banana splits. Choose from more than 25 specialty hot dogs and footlongs.

Hours: Tue-Sat, 11am-6pm. 632 Panhandle Ave., West Union.

(937) 544-3491.

In the Wheat Ridge/Amish Community Kiem Family Market Deli 2621 Burnt Cabin Rd., Seaman.

(937) 386-9995

Ayer’s Eat & Treat Dairy Bar Manchester (937) 549-2236

Eight Ball Pool Hall Manchester (937) 549-3080 El Habanero Mexican Restaurant West Union (937) 544-5711 Giovanni’s Pizza Manchester (937) 549-2291 Peebles (937) 587-3308 Seaman (937) 386-2121 West Union (937) 544-7100 Hometown Pizza Peebles (937) 587-5000 JT’s Stovetop Barbeque West Union (937) 544-7447 Knauff Grocery and Restaurant Blue Creek (937) 544-5147 Locust Grove Dairy Bar Locust Grove (937) 587-2760

Above and below: Dinner is served at Murphin Ridge Inn. And don’t forget to try one of Murphin Ridge’s delicious desserts.

Familiar Franchises Dominos Pizza West Union (937) 544-4242 Frisch’s West Union (937) 544-8985 Gold Star Chili Seaman (937) 386-1397

Mikey’s Restaurant West Union (937) 544-7103

KFC/Taco Bell West Union (937) 544-9019

Prather’s IGA- Deli West Union (937) 544-2228

Long John Silvers/Rax Roast Beef West Union (937) 544-3032

S&S Dairy Bar Winchester (937) 695-8019

McDonalds West Union, Peebles & Seaman

Sunset Bowl S.R. 125, Panhandle (937) 544-5205

Snappy Tomato Pizza West Union (937) 544-5583 Peebles (937) 587-1717 Seaman (937) 386-1010

Taste of China West Union (937) 544-4068 Village Inn Peebles (937) 587-1046

Subway Winchester (937) 695-0405 West Union (937) 544-3000

White Star Restaurant Peebles (937) 587-1046

Wendy’s Old Fashion Hamburgers West Union (937) 544-4646

Miller Bulk Foods Deli 960 Wheat Ridge Rd., West Union.

(937) 544-8449.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY Health Care

Insurance

Law Office of David E. Grimes 108 E. Mulberry St. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-3900 davidgrimeslaw.com

Adams County Medical Foundation 230 Medical Center Dr. Seaman, OH 45679 (937) 695-0347

Bowling Insurance Group LLC Monica Bowling P. O. Box 250 6909 Tri County Rd. Seaman, OH 45679 (866) 225-9957 bowlinginsurancegroup. com

Young & Caldwell, LLC 225 N. Cross St. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2152 youngandcaldwell.net

Automotive Shupert’s Tire Service 136 Lick Run Rd. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2031 Barry’s Chevy Olds Buick, Inc. Brad Mc Farland 11380 S.R. 41 S. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2331 barryschevroletbuick. com

Education Adams County Ohio Valley Local Schools 141 Lloyd Rd. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-5586 ovsd.us Manchester Local School District 130 Wayne Frye Dr. Manchester, OH 45144 (937) 549-4777 mlsd.us OSU Extension Adams County 215 N. Cross St., Rm. 104 West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2339 adams.osu.edu Page One-Room School 748 Sininger Rd. Winchester, OH 45697 (937) 373-3724 Southern State Community College 351 Brooks-Mallott Rd. Mount Orab, OH 45154 (937) 444-7722 sscc.edu

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FRS Counseling 116 W. Mulberry St. West Union, OH 46935 (937) 779-3030 HealthSource of Ohio 218 Stern Dr. Seaman, OH 45679 (937) 386-1379 healthsourceofohio.com Valley View Health Centers 130 Wayne Frye Dr. Manchester, OH 45144 (937) 549-1270 valleyviewhealth.org

Financial Services Adams County Building and Loan 201 W. Main St. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2842

CompSource TPA 732 Middleton Way, Ste. 204 Loveland, OH 45140 (513) 448-9001 compsourcetpa.com Hunter Consulting Company 6600 Clough Pike Cincinnati, OH 45244 (513) 231-0423 hunterconsulting.com Mitchell Family Insurance Agency LLC 103 S. Main St. Peebles, OH 45660 (937) 587-2430 mitchellfamilyins.com

HNL Company P.O. Box 185 West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2842

Roush Insurance 313 Main St. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-3123

Food & Lodging

Nonprofit

Budget Host Sunset Inn 18760 S.R. 136 Winchester, OH 45697 (937) 695-0381 Comfort Inn 55 Stern Dr. Seaman, OH 45679 (937) 386-2511

Adams County D.A.V. Chapter 71 P.O. Box 295 Winchester, OH 45697 (937) 695-0381 adamscolibrary.org

McDonald’s Peebles, Seaman and West Union

Adams County Public Library 157 High St. Peebles, OH 45660 (937) 587-2085 adamscolibrary.org

The Rock Vacation Rental 1069 S.R. 247 Manchester, OH 45144 (937) 549-4855 therockvacationrental. com

Area Agency on Aging District 7 160 Dorsey Dr. Rio Grande, OH 45674 (800) 582-7277 aaa7.org Cincinnati Museum Center 4274 Waggoner Riffle Rd. (937) 544-2880 cincymuseum.org

Hope Springs Institute 4988 Mineral Springs Rd. Peebles, OH 45660 (937) 587-2602 hopespringsinstitute.org P.A.B.A. 123 N. Main St. Peebles, OH 45660 Scioto Foundation 303 Chillicothe St. Portsmouth, OH 45662 (740) 354-4612 West Union Lions Club P.O. Box 555 West Union, OH 45693

Public Agency Adams Co. Job & Family Services 482 Rice Dr. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2371

Recreation & Leisure Cedar Brook Farm 4228 Unity Rd. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-1463 Moyer Vineyards & Winery 3859 U.S. Route 52 Manchester, OH 45144 (937) 549-2957 S&J Ellis Farms, Inc. 5949 S.R. 136 West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-8285

Retail Camptons Cabinetry LLC 635 Pence Rd. Seaman, OH 45679 (937) 217-0525 Dailey’s Outfitters 110 Branscome Rd. Peebles, OH 45660 (937) 587-3337 daileysoutfitters.com Keim Family Market 2621 Burnt Cabin Rd. Seaman, OH 45679 (937) 386-9995 Miller’s Bakery & Furniture 960 Wheat Ridge Rd. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-8524

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Attorney

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

BUSINESS DIRECTORY Mosier Furniture & Appliance 217 West St. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2711 OK Auto Parts 123 N. Main St. Peebles, OH 45660 (937) 587-3970 Peebles Monument Company 172 N. Main Peebles, OH 45660 (937) 587-2210 Tadlock Trailer Sales 5645 Ohio 125 West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-2851 tadlocktrailersales.com Wal-Mart 11217 S.R. 41 S. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 587-3423

W C Milling LLC 100 Opal St. Seaman, OH 45679 (937) 386-2282

Services

Daniel’s HVAC 60 Rolling Woods Dr. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 681-0466 danielshvacgeo.com Gemini I Enterprises, LLC 6909 Tri County Rd. Seaman, OH 45679 (937) 205-2323 geminisatellite.com Debra’s Creations (Photography & Fine Art) 822 Old Cincinnati Pike West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-7328 DS2 Architects 107 W. Second St. Maysville, KY 41056 (606) 564-0961 ds2architects.com

Enterprise Center 3723 Cherry Fork Rd. Cherry Fork, OH 45618 (937) 725-7786 rbrewer@sscc.edu LS2 Printing LLC 111 E. Main St. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-1000 Lute Supply, Inc. 3920 U.S. Hwy. 23 Portsmouth, OH 45662 (740) 353-1447 lutesupply.com Richard Lewis HVAC Inc. 14867 S.R. 125 West Union, OH 45693 (937) 544-5045 SolTerra Web Design 150 Kurt St. West Union, OH 45693 (937) 217-4398 solterra.us

Winchester Village Jayme Eldridge 24 W. Washington St. Winchester, OH 45697

Utilities

Duke Energy 139 E. Fourth St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 (513) 287-2419 duke-energy.com Southern Ohio Communication Services Inc. 219 W. Emmitt Ave. Waverly, OH 45690 (740) 947-2409, ext. 226 socswireless.com

Wholesale Lumber J. McCoy Lumber Co. Ltd. 6 N. Main St. Peebles, OH 45660 (937) 587-2555 jmccoylumber.com

ADVERTISER INDEX Arc of Appalachia Preserve..................................... 31 Adams County Public Library.................................. 19 Ann Taylor’s Quilt Barn............................................. 12 Barry’s Chevrolet & Buick........................................ 13 Blake Pharmacy......................................................... 13 Budget Boutique........................................................ 30 Cave Hill Properties................................................... 35 Caraway Farm............................................................ 35 Cincinnati Museum Center....................................... 11 Cozy Hideaway........................................................... 41 Cruiser’s Diner............................................................ 36 First State Bank......................................................... 27 GE Aviation, Peebles Test Operation.........................4 Hopewell Croft........................................................... 36 Jayme Eldridge........................................................... 14 John T. Wilson Homestead B&B............................. 39 JZN Goat Farm........................................................... 18 Keim Family Market Deli........ Inside Front Cover The Kentucky Gateway Museum Center............... 33

Long’s Retreat Family Resort................................... 18 Lykins Energy Solutions............................................ 23 Miller’s Bakery & Furniture........... 24, Back Cover Mosier Furniture & Appliance................................. 39 Mound View Farms................................................... 10 Moyer Vineyard, Winery & Restaurant................. 12 Murphin Ridge Inn..................................................... 40 Murphin Ridge Building Supplies............................ 19 The Nature Conservancy......................................... 39 Ohio Premier Trophy Outfitters............................... 41 Olde Thyme Herb Fair............................................... 15 Red Barn Convention Center......................................9 The Rooster’s Nest B&B.......................................... 33 Seaman Comfort Inn................................................. 40 The Sunshine Store................................................... 14 Southern State Community College....................... 23 Town & Country......................................................... 27 Ohio Means Jobs..................... Inside Back Cover

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