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â&#x2013; Ian Cultrona (from left), Lexi Parsons, Koraline Parsons, 2, and Kolby Smith, 5, all of Tuscarawas, look

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Welcome to the Great Outdoors

fter a long winter, the longer, warmer days of summer are nearly here. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to seize the moment and take the time to explore the world around us. Outdoor activities are not hard to find in the Tuscarawas Valley, with an abundance of lakes and parks within an easy driving distance. The lakes, campgrounds and parks of the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District provide a perfect getaway, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for a few hours, days or weeks. It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter if your interests range from biking to bird watching to boating, there are places â&#x20AC;&#x201D; right in our own backyards sometimes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that meet your needs. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gathered stories and photos on some of the things to do, but if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re enjoying a summer activity that we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t included, snap a few pictures and send us a .jpg image to include in our summertime galleries. Send your images to joe.wright@ TimesReporter.com. Make sure you include information on who is in the picture, what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing and the name and hometown of the person taking the picture.

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Wood’s Tall Timber Resort focuses on family-oriented fun By Jon Baker Times-Reporter staff writer

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n The beach area at Wood’s Tall Timber Resort near New Philadelphia is an active place during summer.

location just because of what we have surrounding us.”

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n The Lodge at Wood’s Tall Timber Resort.

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13 zip lines which go through the outer park. The zip lines are very popular, Herron said. “It just continuously grows and grows every year.” Wood’s Tall Timber Resort has more than 150 campsites, plus 60 permanent campsites. In addition, there are nine mini-cabins, five cottages, two brand new camper cottages and three houses for rent. “We’re always up for new challenges and new things,” he said. “We get a lot of repeat customers, so we want them to come back and enjoy something different every time that they come back.” Campers come from as far away as West Virginia and Pennsylvania, and the resort’s central location is a big draw. “A lot of people love to camp here because of Amish Country,” Herron said. “That’s a big thing. Hall of Fame weekend, we’re sold out for that because we’re close enough to the Hall of Fame in Canton. You couldn’t ask for a better

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NEW PHILADELPHIA Providing familyoriented entertainment is the focus at Wood’s Tall Timber Resort. “We get a lot of repeat customers, because they know what to expect,” said manager Jamie Herron. “We have a lot of activities. We do a lot of family-oriented stuff. The kids love it.” The 157-acre resort, located at 1921 Tall Timber Road NE, New Philadelphia, is packed full of activities to keep kids and adults active throughout the summer. The seven-acre lake offers trampolines, kiddie trampolines, diving boards, paddle boats, electric boats and catchand-release fishing. In addition, there is a par-3 golf course, putt-putt golf, a full playground and basketball courts. Something new is foot golf. “You’re just putting a soccer ball on the tee box and you’re kicking a soccer ball to the hole rather than actually hitting a golf ball off of it,” Herron said. “It’s actually a lot of family-type bonding because anybody can kick a soccer ball to a hole.” Also popular are the resort’s zip lines. “We meet all weights and all age groups,” he said. “We start with the kiddie zips. We had 3-year-old kids on those. They’re not very high off the ground, and a parent can walk right beside them. “We have a return zip, and that’s a beginning zip for people who are kind of unsure, but they want to try it. So the speed’s not there. It’s a very calm zip.” There is also a racer zip where people can reach speeds of 30 mph to 40 mph. “We have a lake zip also, which is two zip lines which go over the lake. It’s pretty neat scenery coming through the trees and then over the lake and back over the lake again,” he said. The full canopy tour features a total of

The resort is open through Nov. 1. The lake opens on Memorial Day weekend and shuts down on Labor Day weekend. June and July are the busiest times because children are out of school. Other times are popular as well. “A lot of people love the fall, because there’s not much going on here as far as the lake and they get peace and quiet,” he said. “You just enjoy the nice weather.” Wood’s Tall Timber Resort draws Tuscarawas Valley residents as well, who come for company picnics, birthday parties, graduation parties and family reunions or just to spend the day at the lake or riding the zip lines. The Lakehouse Lodge is a popular place for weddings. For more information, visit www. woodstalltimberresort.com.

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Put up a feeder ... and the birds will come By Joe Wright Times-Reporter staff writer

few years ago, my family and I moved into a house in Newcomerstown that is considered within the village, but really feels like living in a deciduous forest. It’s not unusual to look out the window and see deer cutting through the yard or stopping to graze on some grass. Wild turkeys are another common visitor, too. What really caught my eye was the different kinds of birds that appeared. I started to keep record of the different ones I observed. Which led me to putting up bird feeders. I went out and purchased a bird feeder that had three dispensers in it, and I couldn’t believe the variety of birds that were showing up. Of course, I also learned that other critters like bird seed, too. It wasn’t long before squirrels and raccoons caused some damage to the feeder, and I had to figure out a different approach. I eventually purchased a hanging PIXABAY PHOTO feeder with just one dispenser that n One of the bigger birds you may see at your hangs from a branch so the critters feeder is the red-bellied woodpecker. can’t steal the bird seed or damage the feeder. Since I made this move I have enjoyed watching the birds and have not Celebrating 49 years of Exciting had to worry about the feeder getting Theatre Under the Stars destroyed. If you are looking for a fun outdoor activity this summer, consider putting up a feeder and recording how many types of birds you see. You might be surprised. Not all the birds will actually eat from the feeder, but some will Outdoor Drama pick up seeds that have dropped to the ground and others may take a rest on a branch and watch what is going on around them. Here are some of the birds I’ve seen around my feeder and in the backyard: cardinals, titmouse, Carolina chickadees, northern flickers, dark-eyed juncos, nuthatches, various finches, red-bellied woodpecker, pileated woodpecker, cedar waxwings (only once but they are something to see), blue jays, indigo buntings, scarlet tanager, June 15th-August 18th, 2018 Baltimore oriole, brown thrasher, roseMon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. breasted grosbeak, various sparrows, at 8:30 P.M. eastern towhee … and the list goes on. I just fill my current bird feeder Also on Stage this Summer with millet and sunflower seeds at the Bye Bye Birdie, Dorothy Meets Alice, moment. I have some regulars at the Why Do Fools Fall In Love, feeder. I’ve had tufted titmouse, nut& Life Could Be a Dream hatches and a red-bellied woodpecker show up most often. For ticket information or In the past, I enjoyed seeing the exact show dates call... woodpeckers so I hung up some suet feeders on trees and it worked out fine, until the raccoons started showing up at www.trumpetintheland.com night and ripping the cages apart to get

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to the food. So I gave up on that idea. If you like finches, try purchasing a thistle sock feeder. They work like magic, and you’ll have plenty of the colorful birds show up. I’ve also tried a hummingbird feeder, too. But it has been a few years. If you get one of the hummingbird dispensers with suction cups that adhere to a window, it can provide a lot of entertainment. You can really get an up-close view and watch these acrobats dart in and out to get the nectar. When there are many hovering around at the same time, it is something to see. It requires a bit more work to keep the feeder clean because of the sticky nectar and you may have to keep some bees and wasps away. If you don’t want to mess with all the work it takes to keep a bird feeder full, there are other ways to enjoy seeing birds. Consider a visit to the Norma Johnson Center, located outside of Dover, 3 miles west of I-77 Dover Exit 83 on state Route 39. “People come from all over to bird watch,” said Marsha Freeland, Norma Johnson Center Director. There are well over 100 species of birds that can be seen throughout

the year. Dan Kramer, who has worked as wildlife management supervisor for northeast Ohio, said birding has become a big pastime for many people. He has been banding birds at the Norma Johnson Center and keeping track of species actively nesting as part of a nationwide project about bird productivity and survival. “I’m retired from ODNR, and I’ve been interested in birds since I was a teenager,” he said. “I grew up on a farm and was always outside. I visited the Wilderness Center at Wilmot a lot, and I became interested in Wildlife.” The Ohio Division of Wildlife has some great information if you want to get serious about feeding birds, finding good spots to observe birds and to find out about all the different species of birds that can be found throughout the state. Check out the guidebook at https://wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/portals/ wildlife/pdfs/publications/id%20 guides/pub414.pdf This link will help you attract birds to feeders. Check it out https://wildlife. ohiodnr.gov/portals/wildlife/pdfs/ publications/birds%20and%20birding/ pub037.pdf

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Results showing from MWCD’s Master Plan The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District

he Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is the largest conservancy district in the state of Ohio, covering more than 8,000 square miles, including the area that drains into the Muskingum River and its tributaries, a system of 16 dams and 12 reservoirs to provide flood reduction and water conservation benefits for the property owners and residents of the region. The MWCD has offered outdoor recreation opportunities, including camping, cabin rentals, boating, fishing, hiking and hunting on more than 54,000 acres of land. The campgrounds and marinas, constructed between 1947 and 1966, have had no major redevelopment or construction since their inception. The staff has worked diligently to maintain the campground and marina facilities, but something more needed to be done to meet the demands of an ever-changing industry, such as increased power service and campsites large enough to accommodate the RVs of today. Unique to the MWCD, recreation operations have always been and continue to be without the benefit of tax revenues. Any recreational operation and facility need

must be sustainable through responsible stewardship of land resources, cottage site leasing (homes on MWCD land) and campground and marina revenues. In 2013, a Master Plan was approved by the MWCD Board of Directors that consisted of multiple phases of campground and marina improvements scheduled to take place over 10 years and designed to improve outdated and inefficient facilities built more than 50 years ago. Phase one of the Master Plan totaled more than $120 million and included projects to update facilities with more efficient buildings through environmentally conscience designs, to protect the resources millions of visitors enjoy each year. Although projects were needed throughout the entire district, the projects were prioritized based on addressing the facilities in most distress first, followed by construction of new camp areas to offer state of the art outdoor recreational opportunities in the region, then finally adding amenities to complete the recreation experience. One example of improving a dilapidated facility was at Atwood Lake Park. Not long ago, park management offices were in an old house, which was condemned, causing staff to be relocated to make-shift offices in the park’s activity center. In 2016, a new Welcome Center was constructed and

opened not only to house staff, but also to welcome nearly 1 million park guests and campers each year. The area’s design improved traffic flow and decreased wait times during busy weekend events and activities. The architecture utilized timbers and stone to reflect the park’s natural landscape. Native plants were utilized to minimize maintenance and support local wildlife. The building was equipped with high-efficiency furnaces, water-saving toilets, automatic hand dryers, natural lighting and motion-activated LED fixtures. Marinas have also benefited from the Master Plan renovations. In 2014, construction was completed at Piedmont Marina to improve the shoreline access, adding a sidewalk and upgraded lighting, in addition to a new parking area and launch ramp. In 2016, the marina was certified as a Clean Marina by completing a series of requirements including fuel management, sewage handling, stormwater runoff and facilities management, to name a few. The most recent improvements to the marina building include ADA Accessible restrooms, new deck and outdoor dining area overlooking the lake, completely renovated interior and retail and bait sales area and improved fuel system to protect water quality and better serve guests with high quality, ethanol free fuel.

Now five years into the Master Plan, Atwood, Pleasant Hill and Tappan Lake Parks have new camp areas offering full hook-up, 50-amp power service with level concrete pads. Each camp area also has brand new, ADA compliant restroom and shower facilities with laundry. Construction is currently underway on camp areas at Atwood, Charles Mill, Piedmont, Pleasant Hill, Seneca and Tappan Lakes. The Master Plan also included developing amenities that allow guests to access and experience all that MWCD lands offer. Amenities around the district that have been completed so far include miles of multi-surface trails passing through hardwood and pine forest, ADA kayak launch ramps allowing those with disabilities to paddle on the water’s surface, and floating water toys on the beaches to entertain kids for hours. Focusing on more than just updating facilities, the Master Plan has allowed the MWCD to take advantage of the national rise in outdoor recreation to create a positive impact on quality of life. The MWCD is dedicated to not only improving existing amenities, but also adding new opportunities that satisfy a wide variety of interests and abilities to encourage more people to participate in outdoor recreation at MWCD parks and marinas.

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Recreation, education available at

The Wilderness Center

By Lee Elliott

Times-Reporter correspondent

f you’re looking for something to do, look no further than The Wilderness Center, located at 9877 Alabama Ave. SW in Wilmot. Open the entire year, the center provides recreation and education for children, adults and entire families. Its mission is to connect the community with nature, educate people of all ages, conserve natural resources and practice environmental stewardship. Established in 1964 under a grant from the Timken Foundation, TWC remains relevant, with constant commitment to the community. Its Education Department serves more than 14,300 individuals each year, and in 2017, held 860 educational programs and served 110 local schools. TWC’s Conservation Department protects 4,300 acres in seven counties, including 3,000 acres of woodland, 500 acres of wetland and 14 miles of freshwater steams. What started as a mere 324 acres has become more than 1,400 acres of forest, meadow, wetland and prairie. The property includes an interpretive building, astronomy education building, an observation tower, pier and picnic shelters. Ten miles of trails wind through forest, prairie and along streams and creeks, and past ponds and Wilderness Lake. TWC also maintains hiking trails on its Zoar Woods satellite property. These lands are preserved in forested or agricultural condition. The trails are open from dawn to dusk and may be traveled alone or in groups. Along with hiking trails, TWC offers educational programs for schools, family, youth and adults, such as turtle days, salamander migration, snake hikes, monarch butterfly tagging, family astronomy programs and bimonthly nature hikes. Its interest clubs include astronomers, backpackers, day-hikers, birders, botanizers, cavers and climbers; Family Nature Club, fly fishing, geocachers, geologists, nature photographers, needle crafters and wood carvers. These groups offer trips, speakers and other events. The center also hosts a weekly science and nature podcast called Wild Ideas-The Podcast, in which staff members and guests discuss various topics particularly related to the season. The podcast is found on

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n Lynda Price, of The Wilderness Center, introduces Zea, a corn snake, during a January presentation

at the Dover Library.

iTunes and most other podcast hosting websites. Sprouts is a program providing outdoor fun for little ones. Lynda Price, education program manager, said, “One of the most important gifts we can give our children is a love of nature and the outdoors.” Parents, grandparents and caregivers are welcome to bring children to explore the world around them. All Sprouts programs are free for members. A donation is requested from nonmembers. This year’s program will conclude in May with Story Time: It’s Spring! On May 9, Playscape Playdate: Playscape Marching Band on May 12 and Sprouts Astronomy: Moon Phase Matching on May 18. Five years ago, TWC began the process of creating a concise series of adult programs. Now called The Oaks, this year’s offerings in June, July and August are centered around the theme of Summer of Free Love-ins nature. They include programs while hiking, about bees, edible flowers, stream mitigation, stars and galaxies, animal adaptations and creek life. Naturalist Enrichment will continue into November with two programs: Beeswax & Honey Products, and Green Your Home for the Holidays. Also in November, science-to-go programs concerning materials and energy

resources, food, water and soil resources and loss of global biodiversity will be held. Roots and Branches offers activities for the entire family to enjoy together. Some of those remaining include: Star Watch, Planetarium theater Show: Oceans in Space; Wilderness Walk, Environment Investigators of Rotten Logs, an Intro to topographic Maps, Nature Explorers, Animal Specialists, What’s that Habitat and Let’s go Nuts. The Oaks segment of the year’s programs includes TWC Readers, an informal group who like to read and talk about what they have read about nature, the environment and participation in the natural world. Drop-ins are welcome at any meeting. Coming up are discussions of The Trees, by Conrad Richter, The Hour of Land, by Terry Tempest Williams and The Wilderness Warrior, by Douglas Brinkley. TWC Botanizers will attempt to identify a variety of plants during their winter walk in November, and the Botanizers Brag Program will be held Saturday, Dec. 8. Those interested in reliving childhood summers at camp will be able to attend CKamp CKarrie Sept.15, for an afternoon of crafts, survival skills, creek walks, outdoor cooking and an evening with gourmet s’mores

and campfire fun. The Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists at TWC are a dedicated corps of trained volunteers who offer programs, lead hikes and conduct surveys. They meet on the second Saturday of each odd-numbered month. Topics in July and August are Reading the Landscape and Entomology. Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Program is a training program run through OSU Extension. Participants complete training in geology, plants, insects, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians, ecology, stewardship and interpretation. The most unusual aspect of the Wilderness Center is its 600 acre green cemetery, Foxfield Preserve. Those who choose this type of final rest may be interred with no embalming or vaults. Burial is usually in a biodegradable container, shroud or woven basket in the forest section among native hardwood trees, or the meadow section among wild flowers. Sara Brink, communications director said, “Natural burial is not new. Many people choose to embrace the natural cycle of life. I believe there is nothing more special than giving the body back to nourish the earth that has nourished the body; ‘ashes to ashes and dust to dust’. We have buried 150 individuals, and are celebrating our 10th anniversary this summer.” A good time to visit and get to know TWC will be during the Founders’ Festival on June 16. Information about the festival or any of the above programs and many more that occur earlier in the year can be found by calling TWC at 330-359-5235.

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Bike riding leads to fitness, vistas of breathtaking beauty By Leon Miller Countryside Bicycles

e believe in the power of bicycles! Do you enjoy the great outdoors? Are you ready to take your bicycle on a ride to the store, to work or on the rail trails? If you are not riding your bike, we have some suggestions to help you get started. Here are several questions we hear at Countryside Bicycles and the answers we share:

Where can I ride my bike away from the heavy flow of motorized vehicles? We are blessed with some awesome rail trails in this area. In today’s society, when we wish to leave behind the sounds and signs of civilization, we search for places of solitude. The Holmes County trail offers a gateway to miles of breathtaking beauty. The trailhead is in Millersburg. The address of the Holmes County Trail Coalition is 1 Trail Drive, Suite B, Millersburg, OH 44654. The coalition’s online presence is at www.holmestrail.org. Other trails that the family can enjoy together include Kokosing Gap Trail and the Sippo Valley Trail heading north toward Massillon in Stark County. Bicycling offers many rewards, among them a physically fit body and a pleasant means of transportation.

We bought our bike at a discount store or online. Why don’t the brakes and shifting system work well? As an independent bicycle retailer, it’s our job to help you find and select the right bike for your ride. Bicycles are complex machines that require a trained mechanic to assemble, set up and service correctly. The staff at Countryside Bicycles wants to spend time with you to ensure that you have the right bike to fit your plan. We offer free service for up to 60 days after the sale to follow up on any maintenance, comfort issues or adjustments you may need to have a pleasant cycling experience. There are several easy-to-follow bike care tips that we always enjoy sharing with our customers. Your riding satisfaction is our satisfaction!

Should I buy an electric battery-assist bike? This type of bike is still developing and with some startup companies, it may not be the best option. Several practical uses for the e-bike could include the rider who uses the pedal-assist bike to commute to work for longer distance. If you ride for simple pleasure, practical transportation and healthy exercise, you will be pleased with the power of a quality bike — without a battery! A word of caution: We all want to be able to ride safely even while sharing the road with motorized vehicles. Some of the e-bikes can achieve speeds that appear reckless for a bike with narrow tires. Motor kits are being installed on bikes that were not designed for this type of riding. We, as your local bike shop, look forward to assist you in your cycling experience! We hope you experience the great outdoors on a bike ride soon! Countryside Bicycles is at 2012 Township Road 164 in Sugarcreek.

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Beat heat at area pools By Kathy Vaughan Times-Reporter correspondent

Tuscora Park Tuscora Park at New Philadelphia will open its swimming pools and mechanical rides on May 26, depending on the weather. “That’s if we don’t get snowed out,” joked Rod Miller, city parks director. While last year’s season was rainy, it also was very hot, drawing visitors from all over, he said. Pool admission is $2 all day for students, with season passes $25 for students who are city residents and $35 for non-residents. Adult admissions are $4 per day, with season passes $30 for residents and $45 for non-residents. A family pass is $75 for residents, limit of six per household, and $125 for non-residents. Weekend ride prices are $1, and 75 cents for Monday through Thursday, with miniature golf $2. The first free concert for the RTY Summer Showcase will be held May 27 at 7 p.m. Vocalist Scott Miller, and the New Philadelphia High School jazz and steel bands, will perform under the sponsorship of New Philadelphia RTY, the non-profit Rotary Club’s foundation which oversees the park’s activities. The following night, Memorial Day, the Dominic Greco Band will perform at 7, sponsored by Shirley Wagner. Rod Miller said this year the amphitheater performances will be under the direction of new leadership, Joe Croft and his wife Mindy, and Travis Green. They succeed Sam Hitchcock, who has retired after 20 years of producing the shows. The Crofts and Green also will be in charge of First Town Days to be held in the park July 4-8, with Hitchcock’s assistance. Pool hours are 11:30 to 8 p.m. until mid-August, and 11:30 to 6 p.m. until its closing after Labor Day. “One of the nice attractions this year is the tennis courts,” Miller said, noting a dedication was held during Leo Gundy Days in April. The resurfaced courts also feature new lighting. “A lot of good people worked on that committee and obtained grants,” he said. “It just fell

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■ Taking a quick dive into the pool at Tuscora Park helped this visitor beat the heat

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together.” The new boardwalk and gazebo by the pond also complement activities. The park office number is 330-343-4644.

information, call the Park and Recreation Office, located at 2421 N. Wooster Ave., at 330-3430731 weekdays until 4. Scott Jerles is Dover parks director.

Dover City Park

Uhrichsville Water Park

The pool at 3000 Tremont St. in Dover City Park also will be opened Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, according to its website, with hours from 11 to 6. A punch card is good for 12 pool visits for $30, or admission is $3 per person and free to children 5 and younger and senior citizens 60 and older. Pool party rentals also are available later in the summer. For

The 4.5 acre Uhrichsville Water Park, located at 401 12th St. in Uhrichsville, will open for the Memorial Day weekend and then open full time on June 2. The park will be open, weather permitting, daily from 11-6. Information on swimming lessons and special events are available on the park’s website at: uhrichsvillewaterpark.com or by calling 740-922-8780.

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Buckeye Trail offers 1,400 miles of fun

or years, I wondered why there wasn’t some sort of walking or hiking trail in this area. In my travels around the state, I often saw people out and about walking trails that wound through parks and various communities. Considering the Mike abundant land and BARNABI beauty of this general area I couldn’t figure out why something like this wasn’t available here. Turns out not only is there a trail in the area, there’s one that runs through much of the entire state. “The Buckeye Trail is the official state trail,” said Buckeye Trail Association president Stephen Walker. “But not many people know about it.” They should. The Buckeye Trail is the largest continuous loop trail in the United States, running through some 100 communities, 48 counties and stretching over 1,400 miles. Maps are available at buckeyetrail.org, but essentially, if you look at the state, it goes from Lake County in the north south to Washington County, west to Hamilton County in the Cincinnati area, north to Henry County and east back to Lake. “I like to say we have hundreds of volunteers donating thousands of hours so millions of people can hike the Buckeye Trail,” said executive director Andrew Bashaw. The idea for the trail began in 1958 when an article appeared in The Columbus Dispatch wondering why there couldn’t be a Buckeye Trail similar to the Oregon Trail or Appalachian Trail. The Buckeye Trail Association was formed in 1959, and the first 20 miles were dedicated in Hocking County that year. One of the ringleaders of the trail was Emma “Grandma” Gatewood of Gallia

County. She is famous for hiking the entire Appalachian Trail three times — all after the age of 67! The original idea was for a 500-mile trail from Lake Erie to the Ohio River in the Cincinnati area. Eventually it turned into the 1,400-plus miles it is today. “We are always trying to make people more aware of it,” said Walker. “We are trying to get the word out. Right now, it seems like social media is the way to go. The Appalachian Trail is 2,100 miles long and they have 22,000 members. The Buckeye Trail is 1,400 miles, and we have right around 1,400 members to help maintain it. Our goal is to get membership up to 10,000 members.” “This trail really is of the people and by the people,” said Bashaw. “Some of these other trails have been built by state and federal money. The Buckeye Trail has been built and maintained by donations, membership dues and volunteers. We have one of the largest volunteer networks in the state, and our strategic partnerships with the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District, Wayne National Forest and Cuyahoga Valley National Park have really helped us.” Locally the trail — roughly half of which is on road and half of which is off road — comes through western Stark County, continues through northeastern Tuscarawas County, runs through western Carroll and Harrison counties and then moves through Guernsey County. “Uses for the trail depend of where you are, but it was built and maintained as a hiking trail,” said Bashaw. “In some areas you can drive or bike on it, but

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you can always walk on it. The number one use is day hiking. Quite a few people have committed to walking all 1,400 miles of it. You get a nice back country of view of Ohio on the trail.” “My wife got me involved in this and it’s really grown on me over the years,” said Walker. “It’s the people you meet that make it fun. I enjoy being out in nature. Sometimes you don’t see or hear

anything.” The trail is marked with distinctive blue blazes. “It’s pretty well marked,” said Bashaw. “We rely on our volunteers to keep it that way. Sometimes the 2 by 6 blazes fall or trees fall over. It’s up to our volunteers to keep the trail clear and marked.” For more information check out buckeyetrail.org.

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Hands-on activities highlight The Wilds

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n Riders pass Dover Dam in the 2017 Huntington Towpath Century, a benefit for the Towpath Trail.

Huntington Towpath Century Ride June 9-10 to benefit trail development Staff report

The ninth annual Huntington Towpath Century Ride scheduled for June 9 and 10 is a fully supported 101-mile bike ride from downtown Cleveland to New Philadelphia. The ride starts on the banks of the Cuyahoga River and travels through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, downtown Akron, and historic canal towns of Canal Fulton and Bolivar, concluding at the southern end of the trail in New Philadelphia. Participants can choose a one- or twoday ride. They may join as individuals or in teams. The fundraising goal is $1,000 per rider. All bicycle riders who raise

$1,000 in pledges will receive a customdesigned bicycle jersey, transportation, three full meals, 10 water stops with healthy snacks, massage therapists and sag support for the entire ride. Prizes and awards will be presented to the top fundraising individuals and teams. Proceeds benefit the continued development, enhancement and maintenance of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail and Connector Trails. The sponsors’ goal is to complete the Towpath Trail by 2020. More information is available at www.ohioeriecanal.org and www.towpathcenturyride.com. Questions may be directed to Dan Rice at 330-374-5657 or drice@ ohioeriecanal.org.

The Wilds is a safari park and conservation center combining cutting-edge conservation science and education programs with hands-on experiences and one-of-a-kind adventures that include tours, zip lines, horseback riding, fishing and more. The park is home to rare and endangered species from around the globe that live in natural, open-range habitats. Wikipedia reports The Wilds near Cumberland encompasses 9,154 acres of reclaimed coal mine land and received its first animals, Przewalski's horses, in 1992. The park officially opened for public tours in 1994. Over the next few years, The Wilds continued to add animals, improve and expand conservation efforts and increase public awareness. In 2001, the Wilds began a partnership with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. The Mid-Size Carnivore Center opened in 2007, and the Wilds was happy to welcome cheetahs, dholes and African

painted dogs. The Wilds also is designated an Audubon Important Bird Area with a birding station that includes a covered lookout, as well as a butterfly habitat, more than 15 miles of mountain bike and hiking trails and numerous lakes. Open May to October, The Wilds is the largest wildlife conservation center in North America including 2,000 acres of pastures and the 27-acre Carnivore Conservation Center. Daily tours available include the OpenAir Safari and Wildside Tour. Lodging includes the Grand Yurt, Premium Yurts and Woodland Yurts with queen or twin size beds; Straker Lake cabins; and The Lodge at The Wilds. Led by two professionally trained guides, zipline safari tours consists of up to 10 ziplines and a rappel built on a series of observation platforms overlooking various exotic animal species that are home to the Wilds. Zipline tours include the Safari Tour , Overlook Tour and the Sunset Tour. Visit thewilds.columbuszoo.org.

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Every 2nd and 4th Weekend (Memorial Day through Labor Day)

Explorers of Nature is for kids, ages 4-15 to discover nature! Programs are held on Saturdays and are open to campers and daily visitors. Each week will include an exciting nature topic with outdoor exploration, games, and craft. $5 per child, per session or $30 for all sessions. June 16 June 23 June 30 July 7 Cner *- July 21 July 28 :n` -

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Bears & Bees Weekend & Teddy Bear Picnic Explorers of Nature Jul 13-15 Wet & Wild Weekend Explorers of Nature Movie at the Lake Jul 20-22 Christmas in July Weekend & DJ Explorers of Nature Hayrides & Jul 27-29 Car Show at the Beach & DJ Explorers of Nature Moonlight Kayak & Movie at the Lake Aug 4 Light Up the Beach & DJ Explorers of Nature Aug 10-12 Tropical Weekend w/ Touch Tank & DJ Movie at the Lake Learn to Kayak & Aug 17-18 Bigfoot Campout on the Beach Aug 18 Campers Yard Sale Aug 24 Moonlight Kayak Movie at the Lake Aug 24-26 Wild West Round-up & Aug31-Sep3 Labor Day Halloween Spooktacular LIVE Music, Hayrides, Trick-or-Treat & DJ Sep 2 Labor Day Flea Market Sep 8 Campers Farewell Picnic Movie at the Lake All events are open to the public @Zm^ Z]fbllbhg bl .(\Zk hk 1(\Zk hg Û k^phkd ]Zm^l Additional fees may apply, see website for details

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Every 1st and 3rd Weekend (Memorial Day through Labor Day)

Nature Detectives Wilderness Water Bears, Bats, & Bobcats Wild Wings E^m l @^m ;n``r Creatures in Cold Blood Backyard Jungle <ZfiÛ k^ :]o^gmnk^l

9500 Lakeview Rd NE, Mineral City, OH 44656

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AT W O O D L A K E PA R K EVENTS 2018 Apr 21 May 5-6 May 18-20

Earth Day Clean-Up Free Fishing Days & Passport to Fishing Welcome Back Weekend Ohio Boater Education Course May 25-28 Memorial Day Weekend @he_ <Zkm Zg] ;bd^ IZkZ]^ EBO> Fnlb\ May 28 Moonlight Kayak Jun 2 Best Dam Motorcycle Poker Run Movie at the Lake Cng 1&*) Pbe]eb_^ P^^d^g] Cng *.&*0 ?Zma^k l =Zr <^e^[kZmbhg >qiehk^kl h_ GZmnk^ E^Zkg mh DZrZd Movie at the Lake Jun 21 WTUZ Beach Party Cng +, Pab_Ü ^ ;Zee MhnkgZf^gm >qiehk^kl h_ GZmnk^ Jun 29 Moonlight Kayak Cng+2&Cne* :mphh] :_m^k =Zkd P^^d^g] >qiehk^kl h_ GZmnk^ Jul 6-8 Independence Day Weekend & FIREWORKS (Jul 6) >qiehk^kl h_ GZmnk^ EBO> Fnlb\ Movie at the Lake Jul 13-15 Christmas in July Weekend >qiehk^kl h_ GZmnk^

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EVENTS 2018 Enjoy an outdoor family-friendly movie at the lake on the BIG screen! Text SENECAEVENTS to 888777 for updates about movie titles.

Every 1st and 3rd Weekend (Memorial Day through Labor Day)

Nature Detectives Wilderness Water Bears, Bats, & Bobcats Wild Wings E^m l @^m ;n``r Creatures in Cold Blood Backyard Jungle <ZfiÛ k^ :]o^gmnk^l

740.685.6013 senecaparkohio.org

22172 Park Rd., Senecaville OH 43780

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Is your child ready for sleep-away camp?

leep-away camp is a big deal for both campers and their parents, and it often brings feelings of excitement and anxiety. Is your child ready for it? “One way to gauge a child’s readiness for overnight camp is if the child has had successful overnight experiences away from home, at a friend’s or relative’s,” said Tom Rosenberg, president/chief executive officer of the American Camp Association. “Beyond those experiences, parents should involve their child in the search and preparation process. Reach out to the camp director and ask questions. If possible, tour prospective camps in person prior to choosing.”

Missing home is normal “Homesickness is not a sickness. It’s normal for kids to miss home. Kids can have the most wonderful time at camp and still feel homesick,” said Corey Dockswell, director of Camp Wicosuta, a traditional four-week sleep-away camp for girls in Hebron, New Hampshire. What’s most important is to take your cues from you child, Dockswell said. “If they’re excited about camp, talk

about what fun they’re going to have. Don’t put negative thought in their head,” she said.

What to look forward to “The best thing is for families to stay positive,” said Jared Shapiro, director of Camp Winadu, a boys summer camp in the Berkshire Mountains, Massachusetts. “Talk about all the friends they’re going to make, all the fun activities they’re going to do. What’s unknown is what often makes kids nervous, so discuss what they should expect.” “Parents should discuss the info they’ve gathered in the search process,” Rosenberg said. “Discuss the answers that camp directors have given the family. Check out the camp’s website as a family and look at packing lists, maps of the camp, photos from last summer.”

Make getting prepared fun Take a trip to the store together or pack things from home to make their cabin a home away from home, Dockswell said. Kids will feel more comfortable surrounded by their favorite blankets and stuffed animals, photos of family and friends, and small games.

No pick-up deals Avoid any suggestions that you will pick up your camper if he feels homesick or unhappy, all experts agreed. “This conveys a message of doubt and pity that undermines children’s confidence and independence,” Rosenberg said. “The camp director and camp staff are your partners. If your child is homesick, feel free to call the camp and discuss ways in which you can work together to solve the problem.”

How to stay in touch

Make a fast getaway

Whether they’re going for a few weeks or all summer long, let your child know how you will be staying in touch, if it’s by letter, email or phone call, Shapiro said. Learn what the camp policy is so they will know what to expect, he said.

When saying goodbye, the best course is to make it quick and easy, the shorter the better, Dockswell said. Prepare your child by telling them how it will go. For example, when you drop her off at the bus tell her you will give her a hug but

you won’t be getting on the bus with her. “Take a deep breath. Save those emotions for after the bus pulls away so your child knows you’re 100 percent behind the decision to go to camp,” she said.

Questions to ask Camps accredited by the American Camp Association have voluntarily met up to 300 health and safety standards through a peer review, Rosenberg said. The American Camp Association recommends visiting the camp in person, if possible. This will allow the family to calm any fears and get a firsthand preview of the experience. Other questions to ask when choosing a camp include: n What is the camp’s philosophy and program emphasis? n What is the camp director’s background? n What training do counselors receive? What is the counselor-to-camper ratio? n What are the ages of the counselors? n How does the camp handle homesickness and other adjustment issues? For more information, visit acacamps.org.

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TIMES REPORTER BARB LIMBACHER

n A view of the lake at Zoar.

Zoar Wetland Arboretum celebrating 20th anniversary By Barb Limbacher Times-Reporter correspondent

ZOAR Nestled in the historic village of Zoar is the Zoar Wetland Arboretum at 434 Fifth St. It is a non-profit organization celebrating its 20th anniversary as a public park. “Phase II: Shore and Dock Improvement Project,” was the latest fund raiser held at the Lockport Brewery in April. Denny Lewton, the newly appointed executive director of the Zoar Wetland Arboretum, said the fundraiser was very successful and plans for improvements include shore and dock repairs, a picnic table placed by the lake, trash containers and the purchase of a lawnmower. Lewton said students from Tuscarawas Valley High participated in Pay It Forward activity where they

spread mulch and cleaned up the trail around the lake. Lewton was named executive director of the Wetland at the fundraiser and succeeds Pam McWhorter, who stepped down after serving 20 years as executive director. He said an additional fundraiser was held during the April Zoar Fire Department spaghetti dinner. “I have an exceptional board to work with. Anything I ask of them, they will do,” Lewton said. The Wetland recently received grants from the Kimble Company of Dover and the Hoover Foundation of Canton to renovate the former brewery area at the lake that was established in 1830. “We want to bring history back and place a replica wrought iron gate at the opening of the brewery area,” Lewton said. The Zoar Wetland Arboretum is the

location of the original Zoar Brewery constructed in 1830. The sandstone foundation and cellar archway still remain. It has a historic vaulted area underneath the pavilion. The brewery was in operation from 1830-98 and was used to brew beer for Zoar residents and sell to the outside world via of the Ohio and Erie Canal. From 1889-98 the brewery housed a small community library, founded by Zoar resident Alexander Gunn. The brewery was named Keller’s Tavern. For 29 years the building housed the Zoar Dance Hall until it burned in 1959. Over the years, the original front sandstone wall of the brewery was renovated and the interior of the brewery excavated. The current picnic pavilion size was reduced and new support columns added, a roof and railings were installed.

The wetland, located across from the levee, has a view of 30 acres of shallow marsh and 50 acres of woodland, surrounded by an uninterrupted forest. Visitors can hike, ride bicycles or walk the trail around the wetland. Benches are available along the trail for a rest. The wetland is debt-free and located adjacent to the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail. It does not receive any taxpayers funding. Many volunteers maintain the two miles of trails and all other interpretive features. Weddings, picnics and other gatherings can be held at the wetland. The picnic shelter can be rented by calling Lewton at 330-495- 3613. The annual Zoar Wetland garage sales will be held June 22-23 under the pavilion. For more information, visit zoarwetland.org or the group’s Facebook or Twitter pages.

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EVENTS 2018 Enjoy an outdoor family-friendly movie at the lake on the BIG screen! Text CMEVENTS to 888777 for updates about movie titles.

June 9 • July 6 August 11 • August 31

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EVENTS 2018

Celebrating 80 Years! Enjoy an outdoor family-friendly movie at the lake on the BIG screen! Text PHEVENTS to 888777 for updates about movie titles.

May 12 • June 2 • July 20 • August 10 September 2 • October 12

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P L E A S A N T H I L L L A K E PA R K EVENTS 2018 Jan 21 Mar 31 Apr 14

Penguin Lake Plunge Easter Egg Hunt Mushroom Madness Symposium Big Buck Scoring & Deer Clinic Apr 21 Earth Day Clean-Up Kayak Expo at Fin Feather Fur Apr 27-29 Mohican Wildlife Weekend “All About the Outdoors“ May 12 Kayak Launch & Fishing Pier Dedication Movie at the Lake May 18-20 Kickoff to Summer Weekend Learn to Kayak & LIVE Music May 25-28 Memorial Day Weekend LIVE Music: Beats by the Beach Band Contest May 27 Moonlight Kayak Jun 1-3 Arts in the Parks w/ Painting & LIVE Jazz Music Movie at the Lake Learn to Kayak & Jun 9 iHeartRadio Summer Boating & Beach Party Jun 10 Ohio Boater Education Course Explorers of Nature Jun 16 Jun 21 Twilight Kayak Explorers of Nature Jun 22-24 Ohio History Weekend & Jun 29 Moonlight Kayak Jun 29-Jul 1 Wild Animal Weekend w/ Amazon Eric Explorers of Nature LIVE Pop Music & July 2-8 Stars and Stripes Astronomy Week Jul 6-8 Independence Day Weekend LIVE Country Rock Music & Explorers of Nature Jul 12-3 Campout on the Beach Jul 14 Mermaid & Pirate Kids Day Explorers of Nature LIVE Elvis Tribute & Jul 15 Twilight Kayak

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Jul 20-22 Christmas in July & FIREWORKS (Jul 21) Explorers of Nature & LIVE Pop Music Movie at the Lake (Jul 20) Jul 27 Moonlight Kayak Jul 27-29 Wild West Fest w/ Petting Zoo & Pony Rides LIVE Country Swing Band & Square Dancing Explorers of Nature Jul30-Aug2 Outdoor Skills Camp for Kids Aug 4 Taste of the Outdoors & LIVE Bluegrass Music Explorers of Nature Aug 5 Learn to Kayak Movie at the Lake Aug 10 :n` ** =k' Bgl^\mZ l ;n` EZ[ FZ`b\ Lahp Aug 12 Poker Paddle & Planetarium Star Viewing Aug 17 Twilight Kayak Aug 17-19 Dog Days of Summer & Starry Night Event Aug 24-26 Outdoor Skills Weekend & Moonlight Kayak Aug31-Sep3 Labor Day Weekend & FIREWORKS (Sep 1) LIVE Music: Beats by the Beach Winner & DJ Movie at the Lake (Sep 2) Sep 8 Learn to Kayak Oct 12 Live Ohio Owls Show & Movie at the Lake Oct 13 Halloween Campout & Monster Costume Ball Chili and Apple Cook-off & DJ

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