Adventure Awaits Pickaway County is host to a number of parks, nature preserves and venues that entertain travelers with activities, such as a living, working historical farm, kayaking and canoeing, and exploring the area’s natural beauty.
A.W. Marion State Park
309 acres located on the quiet waters of Hargus Lake, the park features rolling woodlands and a variety of recreational activities including boat rentals and launches, kayak and canoe rentals, picnic areas, camping and nature trails. 7317 Warner Huffer Rd., Circleville, OH 43113. 740-467-2690. www. parks.ohiodnr.gov/awmarion Ashville Fourth Of July Parade Mural
This new mural depicts many features and symbols of historic importance to the Ashville area. 34 Long St., Ashville. 740-9839864. www.ohiosmalltownmuseum.org Bicentennial Mural
The mural was created on West Main Street in downtown Circleville to celebrate the bicentennial of Circleville and Pickaway County in 2010. 150 W. Main St., downtown Circleville. Circleville Pumpkin Show
Known as the greatest free show on earth, the Circleville Pumpkin Show began when Mayor George R. Haswell held the first pumpkin show in 1903 to celebrate and showcase local agriculture. In addition to displays of pumpkins and other agricultural crops, the show has grown to include pageants for Miss Pumpkin and Little Miss Pumpkin, as well as contests for baking, local artwork, rides, seven parades and live concerts and shows. Held the third week of October, the four-day festival draws more than 400,000 visitors annually. 159 E. Franklin St., Circleville. 740-474-7000. www.pumpkinshow.com
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