Exploring North America one road trip at a time.
The imposing façade of the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield does nothing to deter visitors from flocking to the site today which, other than Mid-Ohio Raceway, is possibly the most visited attraction in Richland County drawing record crowds in October for their Escape from Blood Prison event. During the rest of the year, tours are offered…
Dublin, a suburb of Ohio’s capital city, Columbus, prides itself on its Irish flair. And it does a great job! With fun Irish festivals throughout the year, Irish influenced pubs, and an Irish Fairy Doors Trail that lead visitors on a quest to discover shops that sell Irish goods from buildings that are rich in…
The 2017 BIA Parade of Homes consists of nine showcase properties crafted by the region’s top premier builders in southern Delaware County, a short drive from the Polaris area. I recently had an opportunity to go on a muddy boots tour of this years BIA Parade of Homes. My tour allowed me a glimpse of…
Ribbit the Exhibit can be seen at Kingwood Center now until October 1st. This traveling exhibit has been featured in the Atlanta Botanical Garden and contains a collection of whimsical four to six-foot-tall frog sculptures that are displayed throughout the garden. Kingwood Center has always been one of my favorite attractions in my hometown of…
It’s hard to believe it’s August and summer is coming to an end. Vacations are beginning to wind down as families begin to prepare for the back to school rush of buying school supplies and clothes, attending classroom meetings, and kicking off practice for fall sports. But for those of us in Ohio and in…
The Ohio State Fair is celebrating 164 years of operation THIS year! How amazing is that? Opened in 1850, this much-anticipated annual summer event will kick off this Wednesday, July 26th and will run until August 6th. My family is excited to attend this summer for the first time! I’m not the only one into…
Chances are, if you’re aware of Cedar Point, you’ve heard of Sandusky, Ohio. While hundreds of thousands of people annually flock to the amusement park that is packed with roller coasters and thrill rides, the waterfront community of historic downtown Sandusky has been overlooked. And maybe, several years ago, that was for good reason. But…
Dublin is a suburb of Ohio’s capital city and often gets overshadowed by the hustle and bustle of Columbus. I think many people may not even separate the two. I know I’ve been guilty of that in the past but Dublin deserves to stand on its own. Known as the host of the popular St….
Hike the 2-mile Long Interpretive Discovery Forest Trail in the Mohican-Memorial State Forest for a deeper understanding of forest management. It’s not often that you have spring-like days in February here in Ohio. When the temperatures recently soared above 50 there was no keeping my husband and I off the trails at nearby (to us)…
The Bridge of Dreams is one of 125 covered bridges in Ohio, many of which are still in use today. Spotting covered bridges in Ohio as one drives the scenic back roads is enticing for road trippers and photographers. The Bridge of Dreams Covered Bridge in Knox County The Bridge of Dreams covered bridge can be viewed from State…
When it comes to unique lodging, it doesn’t get any better than glamping in Ohio in a treehouse inspired by Treehouse Masters’ Pete Nelson. You’ll find this and more at The Mohicans located in the rolling hills of Glenmont, a short drive from Ohio’s Mohican State Park and Amish Country. My husband and I recently had…
Hocking Hills in southeast Ohio is well known in the Buckeye State and beyond as an outdoorsman (or women’s) paradise. The area boasts hiking trails for all abilities, canoeing, horseback riding, zip lining, ATV trails and is one of the few places in Ohio where one can rock climb. Located in the Appalachian foothills, outdoor…
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