Urban Coyotes
More often heard than seen, coyotes have established quite a population in Ohio. Interestingly enough, these intelligent, adaptable animals were not found in our state originally. However, since the 1960s, coyotes have become more and…
Outdoor Activities Can Lead to a Lifetime of Appreciation
Your everyday interactions with those around you can have a lifelong impact. I have early childhood memories that I now realize helped shape who I am today. I can remember when my school principal shared…
Wounded War Veterans Golf Clinic
On Saturday, June 28, Meadow Links & Golf Academy hosted a golf clinic for the Salute Military Golf Association (SMGA.) SMGA’s mission is to provide rehabilitative golf experiences and family inclusive golf opportunities for post…
Great Parks Veterans Never Stop Serving
The Operations Department typically celebrates Independence Day by pressure washing wet playgrounds, repairing leaky faucets and stocking up on trash bags. As we ready the parks this week for the July 4 holiday, we remember…
Great Parks Women Golf Pros
Women’s Golf Month cannot come to a close without highlighting two female Great Parks’ golf pros! These women embody the passion, patience and talent required of the sport. They are accomplished players who are always…
Top Trail Picks from Stewardship Staff
The Stewardship Department really knows the parks inside and out. They’re almost always out in the field collecting water samples, conducting plant surveys, tracking native species or any number of behind-the-scenes conservation activities. As the…
Live Action!
During June and early July, it is not uncommon to come upon sometimes large snapping turtles while hiking in the parks. That is because it’s peak egg-laying season for Ohio’s largest turtle, the common snapping…
US Amateur Public Links
On Monday, June 16, 53 amateur golfers teed it up at Sharon Woods Golf Course for the US Amateur Public Links Championship Qualifier. The Public Links Championship is one of 13 national championships conducted by…