Tag: parks
Exploring the romantic history of Schenley Park
Schenley Park provides a natural sanctuary for city dwellers, university students and other visitors. Julie Geiss digs into the park's romantic history.
Appreciating the restoration of natural beauty
Julie Geiss visits Settlers Cabin Park in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, and marvels at the extent of the restoration projects taking place there.
Medina farm set aside as historic property with park district, nonprofits
The Medina County Park District is taking over managing a historic farm property in Medina. It will be preserved as open space, as a working farm and as a place for education and history.
Ohio’s Quail Hollow Park has a rich history
Over 700 acres of wetland marshes, meadows and woodlands comprise Quail Hollow Park. There is also a 40-room historic manor located within the park.
Stark Parks under new leadership
The Stark County Board of Park Commissioners named Dan Moeglin executive director of Stark Parks and named Derek Gordon deputy director of Stark Parks.
Lots of room to roam at The West Woods
The West Woods in Russell Township is 902 acres of golden autumn beauty with many miles of trails to explore.
Adventure awaits at Jordan Creek Park in Ohio
Jordan Creek Park in Concord Township, Ohio offers visitors the perfect combination of nature and play with climbing walls, a zip line and more.
Adventure awaits at Hellbender Bluff
Julie Geiss and her kids visit Hellbender Bluff County Park, in Lisbon, Ohio, to bike the pump track — a BMX-style bike course.
Enjoying state parks amid COVID-19 outbreak
State park visitors should be aware that some facilities have been closed to the public and safety recommendations for visitors have been put in place.
Future of Stark Parks in voters’ hands
Voters will soon decide the fate of funding for Stark Parks. The county farm bureau came out against a levy to maintain funding for the parks.
