Amish Heartland, September 2017 by Gannett NEO

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Heartland Destination

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© 2017 Spectrum Publications – A Division of GateHouse Media 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691 | 330-264-1125 | fax 330-264-3756 | editor@spectrumpubs.com | www.amish-heartland.com Group Publisher – Bill Albrecht | Spectrum Director – Kelly Gearhart | Advertising/Production Coordinator – Amanda Nixon Content Coordinator – Emily Rumes | Sales Representatives – Lisa Beckman; Kim Rush | Designer – Adam Arditi Contributing Writers – Javon Miller ; Marcus Yoder Cover Photo by Emily Rumes Amish Heartland

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Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center...........................................10 Collectors.. ............................................................................25 Guggisberg Cheese Factory......................................................22 Lehman's...............................................................................08 P. Graham Dunn.....................................................................30 Smuckers.. .............................................................................03

Crafts & Collectibles

Parsley Pot.. ...........................................................................02 Peddler, The.. .........................................................................09 Purpose Shop, The..................................................................24 Sol’s in Berlin.........................................................................13 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts ....................................................23 World Crafts.. ........................................................................11

Dining & Food

Kauffman’s Country Bakery.. ......................................................20 Miller’s Bakery.. ......................................................................29 Pleasant Valley Poultry.. ............................................................20 Sugar Valley Meats ................................................................25 Troyer’s Home Pantry...............................................................16 Winesburg Dariette.................................................................15 Winesburg Meats ..................................................................15

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Lodging

Donna’s Premier Lodging.. .........................................................33 Holmes With A View...............................................................33 Scenic Hills RV Park.. ...............................................................33 White Tail Ridge Lodge............................................................33

Outdoor Specialty

Alpine Structures.....................................................................15 Country View Wicker . ............................................................04 Greenhouse Shoppe................................................................04 Kauffman Lawn Furniture ..........................................................34 Mt. Hope Fence.....................................................................05 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts ....................................................23 Twin Oaks Barns.. ...................................................................14

Shops & Such

Baker Publishing.................................................Inside Front Cover Berlin Leather & Pets................................................................17 Berlin Village Gift Barn.. .......................................Inside Back Cover Carlisle Fabric & Quilts............................................................29 Charm Harness & Boot.. ...........................................................28 Erb's Stove Center.. .................................................................07 Gospel Book Store..................................................................03 Gospel Shop.. ........................................................................25 Harvest Thrift Store..................................................................24 Holmes Sew & Vac.. ................................................................12 House of Lace & Primitive Curtains.. ............................................22 Miller’s Gun Supply.................................................................25 Mt. Hope Harness.. .................................................................27 Sunrise Supply.. ......................................................................15 Yoder Bargain Store................................................................02

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his book was definitely different than the traditional Amish fiction Shelley Shepard Gray has written. She has started a new series “The Amish of Hart County” with two books already published in the series. “His Guilt” is the second in the series. This was a nail-biter and kept me on the edge of my seat. Mark Fisher has returned home, reluctantly. He has inherited his father’s house and needs to set roots somewhere. Unfortunately, Mark is not welcome in Hart County. When he left the last time, it was after he was accused of attacking an Amish girl. Never found guilty by the law, Mark is free to return. While working for a close friend at his greenhouse, Mark becomes friends with Waneta Cain. She is like a breath of fresh air. She does not treat Mark differently and believes he was wrongly accused. This hope helps Mark to start over and begin a new life…just when Mark thinks his future might be with Waneta, the attacks start again. Mark is cast into the shadow of doubt again. Will Waneta continue to believe he is innocent? Will the town turn their backs on Mark again? Will he be arrested and charged with these new attacks? Something is not right in Hart County. Can Mark figure it out before all his future hope is gone? Although part of a series, this is a stand-alone story. I rather enjoyed this different pace from Shelley Shepard Gray. I look forward to the four remaining stories in this series!

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Meets You On Your Journey

Story & photos by EMILY RUMES Amish Heartland Writer

Lehman's in Kidron, Ohio began in 1955 as a business to serve the local Amish community. Over the years they have grown to be a valued resource for off-the-grid and frugal living and a place for visitors to remember year's gone by. The business has remained family owned and operated for over half a century by Chairman and Founder, Jay Lehman. His son Galen Lehman is the President and his daughter Glenda Lehman Ervin is the Vice President of

Marketing. A good place to start when you arrive at the store in Kidron is the Customer Service counter. If you have any questions, are looking for a specific item or aren't sure where to begin, the staff will let you know of any specials going on that day and start you off on the right foot. You can also find out if Roman is there for the day, taking guests out on Amish buggy rides with his horse Judy. Holmes County resident and artist Paul Weaver has been displaying his inspirational wood carvings inside the Buggy Barn at Lehman's for the past few years and they are a must-see (viewing them up close and in-person

THE GREENHOUSE SHOPPE Mums • Garden Supplies Garden Decor Trees • Shrubs • Perennials Fall Bulbs House Plants • Mulches Pottery • Statuary • Fountains Fairy Garden Accessories Wind Chimes & More! Mark your calendar!! Christmas Shoppe opens Nov. 4th

Open Monday - Saturday 10AM5PM or call for appointment.

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GET OUTSIDE and relax!

"The whole idea is to help people on their journey to a simpler life” – GLENDA LEHMAN ERVIN

Lehman's | Vice President of Marketing

LEFT: A view from Lehman's garden on the square in Kidron, Ohio shows their outlet store located just across the way.

• Pergolas, Pavilions & Gazebos • Vinyl Fence & Railing

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is the ideal way to experience his detailed artistry). First gluing the wood blocks together and then blocking out the main areas, Weaver carves each intricate piece from the ground up. As you walk through the store (give yourself a couple of hours at least, to take it all in) it's good to start by looking up and seeing all the different pieces on display and then take a second tour of the store at eye-level. Collector's items, authentic equipment and tools bring your gaze up and down the walls and ceilings. Each area of the store is devoted to certain products, there's an area for kitchen products & foods (with items to sample), personal health, grills, gardening and outdoor supplies, candies and soda, toys and puzzles, stoves and appliances, as well as a more traditional hardware section (these are just a sampling of the categories you'll find). Firmly rooted in healthy living, Lehman's is also a great resource for anyone interested in being close to their food source. The steps and the processes that will give you food direct from your garden, year round are all available, and many customers will call in to talk directly with the Lehman's CSRs (Customer Service Reps) for advice on a challenge they may be facing at home. One customer had been planning on making her mother's salsa recipe and saw that it said she would need 100 tomatoes. She then planted 100 tomato plants in her garden that year! As you can guess, she had such an abundance that she wasn't sure how to tackle a large recipe with all the produce that was pouring in from her

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TOP: Handmade Heritage Blue Stripe Stoneware, one of the many American-made products at Lehman's. MIDDLE: Lehman's handmade soaps look good enough to eat – made from premium oils and botanicals, they'll have you feeling refreshed this fall. BOTTOM: Cast iron skillets by Lodge are available in a wide array of sizes. Kitchen fads come and go, but cast iron is forever.

garden. Lehman's was able to help her modify the steps and since then, she has been known as “the Salsa Lady.” “The whole idea is to help people on their journey to a simpler life,” said Glenda. The store recognizes that it has a unique opportunity to be a place for entertainment and nostalgia as well as education. This year Lehman's hosted a series of homeschooling days for the first time as well as a car show and while the events focused on different interests, each one complimented these values. 6

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Starting off the “leaf peeping” season on September 4th with some hot deals, Lehman's Stove Kick-Off Sale will feature discounts on all in-stock wood and gas heat stoves and in-stock models like Vermont Castings and Jotul. These specials will only be available in the store from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on the 4th. Wood stoves can be a vital source of primary or secondary heat for the home. As a way or bringing down heating costs, it is more simple to execute than most people realize. The stove must be installed properly and maintained and cleaned regularly for each season. Lehman's has all of these services available in house and once it's set up, you simply need to make sure you have the firewood on hand. This way of life is often ideal for homes in the woods, surrounded by the perfect source for warmth when cooler temperatures arrive. The Fall Festival at Lehman's will bring you autumn in all its glory on Saturday, September 23, from 10am-3pm. Take your time and enjoy a scenic drive to Kidron for a family celebration, featuring product demos, food samples, live music, and children's activities. When you walk through the store, it begins to feel like a hometown hardware with familiar faces, friendly staff and singing in the air. They will also have a booth at the Wayne County Fair, September 9th-14th with products available for purchase and demonstrations to give visitors a hands on experience with the simple life and tried-and-true methods that have been around for hundreds of years. On October 14th, Lehman's will be hosting the Case Knives Consumer Event at their store in Kidron between 9am and 12pm. This will be the only stop in Ohio on the country wide Carve Your Own Path Tour. Featuring a one of a kind knife, this event will be something for interested Case customers, enthusiasts and collectors. There will be hourly drawings, wood carving demonstrations, activities for the family, and delicious refreshments. There are several levels of production and expertise when it comes to making your own products at home. Lehman's has the right tools for type of job or result you are looking to achieve. Their butter making products, for example, range from the beginner level, where you can shake the cream into butter and have it sitting in the fridge, ready to go, to the larger butter turn jar. They also provide tutorials and classes in the store in areas such as bee keeping, canning and preserving, candle making, soap making, grilling and fermenting. Each class can be taken for a nominal fee, well worth the expert advice, and you can register LEHMAN'S continues on Pg. 8

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LEFT: No matter what size your well – Lehman's has the perfect pump. Test the water flow in their beautiful outdoor garden. RIGHT: Alladin lamps and lamp parts shine and shimmer. Lehman's can help you find a light of your own or help replace broken pieces from lamps of years gone by.

and find out more at Lehmans.com/classes. Swedish made axes have grown in popularity this year and for the experts at Lehman's it's important to understand that the right tool (or the right type of axe in this case) can make all the difference. There are different axes for different jobs – something that a novice may not even be aware of. At Lehman's it's all about getting back to the basics. The store has it's own cider press and when they bring it out for apple season, people always ask what ingredients are in the drink – the answer is, it's apples! Plain and simple, nothing added, delicious just the way they are. To stay up to date on new products online, go to the Lehman's facebook page or visit Lehmans.com. You can also find them on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube and a calendar of their special events is at Lehmans.com/events. Lehman's is closed every Sunday and most major holidays (you can call ahead at 888-438-5346). In recent years they have been staying open on Labor Day. Normal store hours through December are Monday through Saturday, 9am to 6pm.

FOR A SIMPLER LIFE The Gateway to Amish Country

Why live a simpler life? You’ll feel the satisfaction and fulfillment it brings as you slow down and savor life’s simple pleasures. Simpler products with honest ingredients are easier to understand. Quality tools bring pleasure to your creative work. Simpler values are sustainable so you are prepared for challenges. And, it’s all upheld by strong relationships with companions, community and kin.

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HARVEST TIME IN AMISH C OUNTRY Story by Executive Director

M A RC U S YODE R Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center

Photo by Emily Rumes

t is harvest time in Amish country. The fields and gardens yield much for the coming year. There is a sense of urgency as farmers and gardeners plan for the coming, barren month of the winter. The sweet smell of freshly mown hay, the peach and apple trees hanging full, the gardener bent over the vegetables in the garden, all point forward to the changing seasons What is it about the smell of newly mown hay that takes one back to the past? In that one breath of air the memories of the past come flooding back. I also

Begin your visit to Amish Country by learning more about Amish/Mennonite life and culture.

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remember learning the importance of that hay and the hay-making as a small Amish boy in this community. The hay would be hauled into the barn, where in the summer heat, it would be placed into the mows for the next winter’s feed for the horses, cows and other farm animals. The smell is also reminiscent of the cold winter days when the hay was thrown down into the stables, and the sound of the cows eating the fruits of our hard summer labor. My grandfather was quick to point out to us boys that working in the summer “paid off ” in the winter. The good white, creamy milk was a direct result of the hay that we had sweated to “put up” on those hot summer days, or the corn that we had husked in the mud that clung so heavily to our boots on those wet, cold fall days. When we walked into the farmhouse on those warm summer afternoons, the kitchen smelled of apples cooking, hot corn, or any variety of fruits and vegetables. Here Mom and Grandma could be found bent over hot steaming pressure cookers and canners that increased the temperature to nearly unbearable in already hot kitchens. Mason jars lined up neatly filled with colorful produce and fruit were ready for us boys to carefully carry to the back basement where a door led into the earth-floored root cellar. Here Grandma arranged them carefully into organized and neat rows in preparation to feed the family over the coming year. For many people in our modern world these scenes

These methods also help connect our people to the land, and to the past that helps keep our way of life alive and also makes our people less reliant on the broader world. and memories are far back in some distant past where access to hyper-sized supermarkets and the rapid transport of food was not possible. They are stories of grandparents that are kept alive through stories of the past. Yet for many of the Amish, preserving foods for both animal and human consumption is still a necessity. While the modern world has touched our people; it is also true that canning and preserving foods and traditional farming practices are still widely practiced in our community. The practices are necessary for both healthy living and the preparation for the barren winter month. For preserving foods for human consumption, the ageold practice of canning is still widely used in our world. On these hot summer harvest days, many a kitchen is being heated even more by the bubbling pressure cooker or canner that helps seal the mason jars. Local stores sell mason jars, sugar, and other canning supplies in large quantities. Families and neighborhoods gather together to make this as much a social event as it is a food event. When questioned, many of the Amish say that these practices produce more flavor and health in the foods over the “store-bought” items. These methods also help connect our people to the

land, and to the past that helps keep our way of life alive and also makes our people less reliant on the broader world. While not against much of the ideas of the broader world, our people have traditionally felt that to be self-reliant is a better option in a changing and multidimensional world. If you wish to learn more about the Amish, or their place in history, plan a visit the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center. The Center offers guided tours of "Behalt" - a 10 ft. x 265 ft. cyclorama oil-on-canvas painting that illustrates the heritage of the Amish and Mennonite people from their Anabaptist beginnings in Zurich, Switzerland, to the present day. Behalt means “to keep” or “remember.” The Center is open Mon-Sat 9:00-5:00 and is located near Berlin, OH at 5798 County Road 77, Millersburg, OH 44654. Please call (330) 8933192 for more information or to schedule a group tour. Marcus Yoder was born to an Amish family in the heart of Amish Country. His family later moved to the Mennonite Church where Marcus takes an active role in preaching, teaching and writing. He is the Executive Director of the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center. In his thirties he decided to return to school and has a BA in History from The Ohio State University and a MA from Yale. He enjoys reading and writing and spending time with his wife, Norita.

Dinettes • Bedroom Sets • Bookcases Curio Cabinets • Rolltop Desks • Computer Desks Entertainment Centers • Jewelry Boxes Rockers & Gliders

Open • 9:30 - 5:00 • Mon - Sat

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OHIO HAITI BENEFIT AUCTION

The Haiti Benefit Auction is a cooperative effort of many churches and individuals to bring relief to the hungry, the sick, the naked and homeless people of Haiti; Mt. Hope Auction grounds, 8076 OH-241, Mt. Hope; Auction begins at 8 a.m. 330-231-4796 or 330-231-5421

POMERENE FALL TRAIL RUN

Millersburg Depot, Half Marathon 7am, 10K Run 7:30am, 5K Run 8 a.m., Fun Walk (2 miles) 9am; 330.674.1584, ext. 1100 https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Millersburg/ FallTrailRun

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Don’t have time to quilt those tops? We offer Long-Arm Quilting Services! We also carry Miele & Riccar Vacuums!

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HARVEST FEST & RIB COOK OFF

Help us celebrate and thank God for the harvest with a fun, family event you don't want to miss! Rib vendors come from near and far to compete in the cook-off. There will be a people's choice award voted on by you. We also bring in local “Foodie” judges to decide on the 1st & 2nd place over-all winners. Live music, kids' activities, sales througout town, delicious local food, bake sales raffle, craft vendors and more! A parade at 6 p.m. ends the day's festivities VisitBerlinOhio.org

Elna eXcellence 780 Quilters now have a full 11” of bed space to the right of the needle to store extra fabric from a quilt. In addition, quilters can enjoy exceptionally smooth quilt piecing with Elna’s Integrated Adjustable Feeding and achieve faster performance with a sewing speed of 1,060 SPM!

MUSIC ON THE SQUARE

8 – Music on the Square: Free concerts every Friday night at 7 p.m.; weather permitting. Berlin Main Street Merchants VisitBerlinOhio.org

QUAILCREST FARM HERB FAIR

This is a must see! There will be displays, alpacas, lunch, refreshments, 70 exhibitors! $2 per car. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Quailcrest Farm, 2810 Armstrong Rd., Wooster, OH 44691 330-345-6722 | www.Quailcrest.com

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OHIO SWISS FESTIVAL

Where: Downtown Sugarcreek The Ohio Swiss Festival began in 1953 as a way to help the Ohio Swiss Cheese Association, based in Sugarcreek, to sell its excess cheese and to celebrate the Sugarcreek area's Swiss Heritage. Today, it continues to be celebrated on the fourth weekend after Labor Day. Friday & Saturday provide two full days of entertainment and events such as costume and yodeling contests, the Steinstonssen (throwing of the stone), the Swiss Cheese Chase 5K, and a kiddie and grand parade! 888-609-7592 | www.VisitSugarcreek.com

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168TH WAYNE COUNTY FAIR

Children 6 and under Free General Admission $4, Veterans free w/ ID on Tues., Seniors 65+ free on Wed. Gates open 8 a.m. daily, Buildings open 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sunday they open at 11 a.m. 330-262-8001 | www.WayneCountyFairOhio.com

WOOSTER ARTS JAZZ FEST

Jazz bands play while artisans offer their work at a NOW OPEN 9AM-7PM MON-SAT

fine art show. Gourmet food and kids' activities too! Downtown Wooster 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. www.WoosterArtsJazzFest.org

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WOOSTERFEST

Traditional Octoberfest celebration featuring entertainment, food, talent show, cruise-in car show, cornhole tournament, arts & crafts, children's activities, Beirgarten, and Winegarten! Free admission; Fri. 11 a.m. 11 p.m. & Sat. 11a.m. - 11p.m.; Downtown Wooster 330-262-5735 | www.WoosterChamber.com

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Winesburg's Annual Fall Gathering features a full day of food, music and craft vendors located throughout the village. At approximately 2 p.m. the annual auction begins with quality Amish Furniture, crafts, occasion baskets and more. All items are donated by local artisans. Free admission and free parking - plan on enjoying the beginning of fall in Winesburg this year! As local events are added to the Winesburg calendar for spring and summer, you can find them online at www.winesburgoh.com

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330.359.5708 • 800.359.7522 4.5 miles East of Berlin 1.5 miles West of Winesburg on US 62 Monday-Friday 7-5, Saturday 9-2

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– AT T R A C T I O N S – 3 Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center 5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

22 J.M. Smucker Company Store & Cafe 333 Wadsworth Rd., Orrville

33 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm)

23 French Ridge Vineyards 2586 Twp. Rd. 34, Killbuck

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–DINING & FOOD– 57 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

31 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (Berlin)

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60 Troyer’s Home Pantry 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek

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–LODGING & CAMPING– 55 Donna’s Premier Lodging 5523 East Street, Berlin

40 Scenic Hills RV Park 4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (Berlin)

56 Holmes with a View 3672 TR 154, Millersburg (Berlin)

59 Whitetail Ridge Lodge 3058 TR 223, Big Prairie

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668 W. Main St., Apple Creek 330-698-4182 M-F, 6 am-6 pm; Sat, 6 am-5 pm; Closed Sunday

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22 Hershberger Country Store 50938 Township Rd 220, Baltic

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–WHITETAIL RIDGE– Expands With New Barn Lodging

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Proud to have enlisted the services of local craftsmen and builders, Whitetail Ridge Lodge has expanded it's living area for guests this fall. As the foliage around us anticipates a turn, a stay at Whitetail Ridge in the main house or barn will invigorate you for the current season you're in, come for solitude and relaxation, a family get away or a weekend with friends.

Keim Concrete designed and poured the new circular concrete patio and fire ring that extends out from the new barn lodging space. Their landscaping, a harmonious paradise for hummingbirds, full of gorgeous blooms, is done by Yoder's Greenhouse and K & M Builders was enlisted for the interior work done on the rustic style living area in the barn. As you enter the barn, a beautiful stone fireplace welcomes you into the bright, open space. Urban industrial touches, chosen by owners Kelly and Tom

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Looking out from the windows, balcony and patio areas, you can view the lush, expansive countryside that surrounds Bell Ridge, named after the Bell family which immigrated to America from Glasgow, Scotland. Several weddings have taken place at Whitetail Ridge. One couple walked out onto the side porch, made with Canadian timbers, and knew it was the spot for them to say “I do.” Another bride to be will be married this

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fall on the stone patio under the wisteria, and while the purple blooms may be hidden until spring, the greenery, the rolling hills and the abundance of wildlife and butterflies will make a breathtaking backdrop for the ceremony. Deer can be seen grazing in the evenings. There is a small pond, visible from the rear vistas of the lodge and when Amish Heartland visited the grounds for this story, six wild turkeys were strutting around together just down the hill. Kelly once startled a baby deer while working around the property and when she and her husband first came to the lodge she was able to witness two bucks battling it out on the back lawn. “It was something you only see on National Geographic,” she said. “It didn't last long because the smaller buck was outmatched, but it was amazing!” The entire living space at the lodge is available for one group at a time and has been used for bachelor parties and family vacations over the summer, many of the groups end up heading to nearby Mohican for hiking and canoeing during their stay or taking a quick trip to Amish Country. Surrounded by a 72 acre forest, Whitetail Ridge Lodge is located between Loudonville and Millersburg (near Nashville, Ohio) at 13058 Twp Rd 223, Big Prairie. Full details and information can be found online at WhitetailRidgeLodge.com or by calling 330-496-2091 for rates and availability. “The main value for us is to draw families together at Whitetail Ridge,” said Kelly. “We want to make sure people are able to be together here with the ones they love, to laugh and share and do the things they enjoy most.”

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–FROM THE DESK OF JAVON MILLER– Camping in the Woods Submitted by JAVON MILLER | Amish Heartland Contributor

“For the LORD thy God bringeth thee into a good land, a land of brooks of water, of fountains and depths that spring out of valleys and hills; A land of wheat, and barley, and vines, and fig trees, and pomegranates; a land of oil olive, and honey; A land wherein thou shalt eat bread without scarceness, thou shalt not lack any thing in it; a land whose stones are iron, and out of whose hills thou mayest dig brass. When thou hast eaten and art full, then thou shalt bless the LORD thy God for the good land which he hath given thee. Beware that thou forget not the LORD thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day;” DEUTERONOMY 8:7-11

e are anticipating our yearly family camp out this weekend. This is in essence a large overnight reunion. This single event is talked about for a long time by the children. It is truly a highlight of the year. It has become a tradition for many of our families to do this once a year. While I admit, it is enjoyable, I often ask myself, suppose we had to do this, would we relish the discomforts? There is something in most people that makes us think we actually enjoy this leaving the comforts of our home and going into the “wilds.” It used to be that as pre-teen boys, we truly roughed it. A group of us neighbor boys would show our maturity by planning this ourselves. What did our mothers think about our plans? I am sure that they were glad that they didn’t have to partake of our fare. We were all of 9-13 years old when we started our tradition. Tent, sleeping bags, hotdogs, POP, fishing poles, potato chips, s’mores, POP, eggs, bacon, flashlights, and POP. One year we got the

idea to take along frog giggling poles. That year we had frog legs for breakfast. Quite a feat for a group of boys with limited cooking skills, no running water, and barely the basics, but hey, we remembered the POP. At that young age the main plan was to stay awake until 2 or 3 o’clock in the morning. This truly showed a sign of that tough inner man being fully developed. I am reminded of this as being a trait of mankind when we gather at our current camping expedition with our one set of extended family. We are barely there and just setting up camp when we hear one uncle proclaim for all to hear that he needs a Mt. Dew. Most of this memorable weekend we are reminded by him that this is camping, pop and a late bedtime are a must. This reminder is especially needful if he happens to hear a mother admonish her youngster, who is soaring somewhere between Earth and cruising altitude after four or five cans in the last three hours, that this is the last can of Mt. Dew they are allowed. Invariably, Mom

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A hot crackling fire, piping hot coffee, luscious cinnamon rolls or donuts, and only a few of us early risers around the fire. What is so special about it? Here we are reminded of our blessings. will be admonished, “This is camping!” Oh well, I will give it to him, some people grow up and others just get big. We will survive. So why do we do this? We ask ourselves, when at seven in the morning everything is dew laden. We emerge from our tents or cleaned out work trailers, which is truly a luxury, anticipating the warmth of the campfire. We know it will be there. My aunt is married to my wife’s uncle, so regardless which family weekend it is, he is there tending the fire. Even after a few weeks in the hospital from a heart attack that he survived, he still cuts firewood as a hobby. He enjoys a huge fire as much as cutting the wood. Ahhh, the reason to enjoy camping! A hot crackling fire, piping hot coffee, luscious cinnamon rolls or donuts, and only a few of us early risers around the fire. What is so special about it? Here we are reminded of our blessings. The stories of the growing up years are worth it all. The field below us is filled with corn today. But four generations of our family have cultivated life and memories on this farm. These fields have seen some close shaves and accidents. Two generations of widows and their children have been alone to manage the farm. You can imagine the trials that ensued. Just over the hill is where great-

grandfather got caught in a cold rain while sugaring. He came down with pneumonia and due to a lack of medical knowledge, passed on and left a pregnant widow with a large family in the middle of a depression. Had it not been for the mediation of one singular man’s financial assistance, these siblings would have been split up into different homes. How different could the outcome of this close knit family have been. As we early risers sit and enjoy the stories and reminders of the blessings we have, we derive great pleasure from watching the younger generations arise. Us more mature individuals went to bed at the early hour of 11:30 or 12, these hearty souls stayed around the fire trying to stay awake and pretending to enjoy themselves until close to 2, as the younger ones inform us. With mere slits of eyes and croaking voices, they shuffle off to the cabin. They look neither to the right nor left. Their mind cannot comprehend more than the need of a hot shower in the shower house. After this their body cries for coffee. Meanwhile, breakfast is being made. This breakfast is a far cry from what our adolescent capabilities could muster. Scrambled eggs fried on a fire, hash browns, sausage gravy, bacon, sausages, frozen fruit slush, and much more. We gather for a short devotional reading

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from the Bible as a family. As much as we enjoy fun, we are reminded of the blessings that we so often take for granted. It is a reminder that God is still in control, and we need to give thanks to Him. It is so fitting that these reminders be given as we sit in a cathedral of towering maples, oaks, and pines. After breakfast, we socialize a bit and then it is down to business. A softball diamond is located at the family park. Here lies the highlight of the day. As the teams are made up, careful scrutinization is made and a batting order procured. To be included in this game is important. Youngsters await with glistening eyes to be allowed a part in this game. The elders linger on the roster as long as possible. It is interesting to see the men with three score years and more still hitch up their pants and chug around the bases as fast as they can. Some of us mediocre players, though still enjoying the game immensely, will gracefully bow out to the sidelines after a game. The entertainment is well worth it just to watch. This year’s games are not the only ones to dissect and argue about. We can still bring up plays from a few years back that were never fully settled and discuss them again. Woe be it, to the umpire that makes a shady call in the afternoon. Lack of sleep, overdose of caffeine, and

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a hearty gene pool make for an interesting day. Both teams are loath to give in. As the innings go by, the heart rate elevates. Tensions rise. Chances are taken. A close call, a hearty debate, the call was made and the game resumed. However, the discussion kept going. Two innings later, the call is still being contested by someone, we no longer remember who, when an uncle, who was heatedly involved in the argument, says, “Now I see what happened,” loudly for all to hear. This was followed by the derisive cackle of a nephew and the righteous judgment of, “What a moron!” This is a typical part of the game. In the heat of the battle, everyone wants to join in the fray, though some might lack full knowledge of the issue. The fray is the fun part. No game is complete without some small argument. Had it not been for the family’s shared experience of laughter and tears, sorrow and joys while growing up, these intense emotions would create rifts. But, the family that prays together stays together. This family would not be complete without these experiences. We have loving parents and grandparents that willingly endured the pain of life to teach their children of the Way of The Cross of Christ. Though they have now passed on to eternity, loving memories and a solid family foundation is evident as we observe the multitude of descendants live and play together. The day is concluded with root beer floats and memories. Parents pack up gear and tired, whiny children and head for home. Damp, dirty clothes, tents, and sleeping gear needs to be washed and aired out yet. Children need to be washed and kept sane until an early bedtime when we all fall into our own comfortable beds and sigh with relief. Another year’s camping behind us. But as the year progresses we fondly rehash these heated debates and plays, memories and stories, and eagerly anticipate the coming of next year’s camping. We can conclude that we have a fresh appreciation for our heritage after a weekend of sharing and fellowship. When I am camping and we “complain” about the inconvenience of it all, I remind myself that we are doing this by choice for recreation. Many of our ancestors did this from necessity. Think of the grueling trips by wagon or foot as they headed west to settle a new land with no homes to look forward to. They were camping under the stars with no hot showers awaiting. After their camping trip, they had no soft bed to look forward to. Many had a blank slate of wilderness that needed to be cleared and a house built before they had shelter. Do we remember the tents that were pitched during the Revolutionary and Civil War? These campfires were

also shared by men at night. However, the conditions were not what we have. Suppose we were to sit around a campfire and know that in the morning we may face gunfire. It is miserably wet and cold. Snow is blowing. We might think of our wives and children at home fending for themselves. We fear that we will not live to see them again. We also worry that as the skirmishes moved around the country our homes will be raided for food so that the soldiers don’t starve. Are they alive and well or has some tragedy affected the home we cannot join at the moment. They did not have the tools and communication we have today. Suppose they were to visit our campsites tonight. As the exuberant youngsters blast away with their fireworks and all sorts of firecrackers, what would these men think. They would probably cower in fear and terror. As that M80 blasts off, they would probably envision the distant boom of cannon. Many would feel anew the searing pain as a limb is torn off. That is if they survived the blast. The repeating blasts of a Roman candle would probably bring back heart wrenching memories of their tent mates screaming in pain as they succumbed to the enemy’s fire. These nightmares would probably keep them awake all night, and here we think it fun to hear these loud raucous cracks and blasts.

This was done so that we might have the freedom that we know of today. We as Amish and Mennonites should be doubly reminded of the lives and sacrifice that it cost. We, who are granted these liberties along with religious exemptions, freedom to operate our own schools and the free enterprise market. As we, as Americans, freely go about our recreational pursuits, let’s continually remind ourselves and our children that these freedoms are not to be taken for granted. Fun and joviality is right in its place, but we need to remember that we live in a prosperous time. May we always make the joy and sorrow that our ancestors had, a part of our heritage. These stories that are shared around the campfire should instill respect and appreciation for our family, church, friends, community, and government.

Respectfully submitted,

J.M.

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ANNUAL FALL DISPLAY • OCTOBER 1 Come to Amish Country in October to see our annual fall display. Each year the team at Homestead builds a giant fall-themed, out-of-thisworld creation on our storefront! You don’t want to miss it!

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