WHERE CONSERVATION MEETS PRESERVATION

Established in 1990, the Norma Johnson Center consists of 303 acres of land with three different trails in east central Ohio.  The Tuscarawas County Commissioners  own the entire Norma Johnson Center property.  

The nature trails are open from dawn until dusk every day. Entry is free and open to the public. 

 

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Our three main trails are open to the public year round, from dawn until dusk. The Johnson Loop is off Hidden Hollow Lane. Most of our programs occur in the Conservation Loop, off Conservation Drive, near the red barn. The Preservation Loop which begins by the yellow pole barn, is across from the New Pointe Church.

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News and Upcoming Events

  

Norma Johnson Center Foundation Board Seeking Board Members

Jan 16, 2025

Board members Hannah Haga, Het Sabo and Jami Swartzwelder volunteering at the 2024 Winter Hike. Norma Johnson center foundation seeking board members Are you interested in volunteering at the Norma Johnson Center?  Are you willing to raise funds, volunteer at events and upcoming projects?  The NJC Foundation board is seeking members to help make a […]

2025 TuscParks Winter Hike February 8, 2025

Jan 13, 2025

“It is always amazing to explore the trails during the winter months. The last two years we have had balmy winter weather but that has not always been the case. We can’t wait to see what this year brings.” says Marsha Freeland. “If it snows, we invite you to bring your sled or make snowmen […]

Jan 06, 2025

January Homeschool wednesday plans change  We are sorry to change the plans for this coming Wednesday January 8th’s Homeschool Wednesday class. Unfortunately, the location and topic of this months event had to change. Join us at the Norma Johnson Center by meeting in the parking lot on Conservation Drive at 9AM. Prepare and bring supplies […]

2025 TuscParks Winter Hike

Dec 13, 2024

“Winter Hiking is always a surprise.  The weather in Ohio is always changing.  Will we have a wintery mix or will it be a warm winter day?  Join us and find out!” Winter Hike 2.8.25 TuscParks will be hosting a Winter Hike at the Norma Johnson Center on Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 10AM to […]

2024 Luminary at the Norma Johnson Center

Oct 30, 2024

December 7, 2024 Dover, OH –TuscParks will be hosting the “Luminary Trail Walk” at the Norma Johnson Center, located off of State Route 39 between Dover and Sugarcreek on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 5:00-7:00pm. The luminary trail walk will begin at the Preservation Loop Kiosk next to the yellow pole barn located at 4033 […]

Fall Fest October 5, 2024

Sep 03, 2024

TuscParks will be hosting the annual Fall Fest at the Norma Johnson Center on October 5, 2024 from 12 to 5pm.  A $5 donation will be accepted from each car to enter the festival.  Those attending can paint a pumpkin, make a scarecrow (bring some clothes), face painting, petting zoo, balloon twister, live music, children […]

Summer Dog Days at the Norma Johnson Center

Aug 13, 2024

Dog Days of summer at the NJC August 24, 2024 9-11AM Bring your family and your dogs to the Norma Johnson Center for the Dog Days of Summer event. The hike will start on Conservation Drive near the Conservation Loop kiosk. TuscParks staff will offer a meet and greet table before sending you out on […]

Detour on SR 39

Jul 09, 2024

Travel to Butterfly Exhibit may be detoured The construction on SR 39 will affect visitors traveling to the butterfly exhibit from July 11-21, 2024.  If you are traveling west on SR 39 from the Dover/New Philadelphia Area you will need to make a detour.  If traveling east from Sugarcreek you will not be affected by […]