Mac the Turtle

Veronica Senefeld – Interpreter at Glenwood Gardens If you’ve ever visited the Highfield Discovery Garden at Glenwood Gardens, there’s a good chance you’ve stumbled upon our friend Mac the Eastern Box Turtle. Many enjoy stopping by his home and saying hello to Mac (or as we formally call him, Mr. Turtle). But what exactly is […]

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Little Miami River at Bass Island

As the largest landowner in Hamilton County, with over 18,000 acres of protected land, Great Parks has a responsibility to keep buildings, roads and other infrastructure in proper repair so our parks and preserves will remain accessible for future generations. Infrastructure improvements were part of the commitment made to residents when voters approved the 2021 […]

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Garry and Tyler Manning stand with their top five catches of the day on July 25, 2021.

The 2023 fishing season has started to ramp up as Lake Isabella begins rainbow trout stocking through March. Fishermen are coming from all around for a delectable and fun fighting trophy to release back into the lake or take home for a savory meal. Lake Isabella’s boathouse is full of all your necessary trout fishing […]

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