Month: February 2023

NJC 5K “Follow the Flock” Trail Run & Walk

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2023 5K Norma Johnson Center “Follow the Flock” Trail Run & Walk

May 27, 2023 9:30am
TuscParks is excited to offer a 5K race/walk through the trails of the Norma Johnson Center located outside of Dover Ohio on May 27, 2023 at 9:30am. Cost will be $40 for ages 13 and older and $30 for ages 12 and under. Proceeds from the event will benefit maintenance and development of the TuscParks trail systems.
Parking for the event, registration, check in, awards ceremony will all take place at the Yellowbrick on 39, an adjoining community business. Check in and day of registrations for the race will be from 8am to 9:15am. There will be a table located near the stage and barn at our host venue Yellowbrick on 39. Racers will walk a short distance to the starting line at the Norma Johnson Center Preservation Kiosk near the yellow barn.
The course will be mostly grass with some mulched, rooted or dirt areas. The terrain will be flat, a few steps, on a grade or up and down hills. Participants will be guaranteed a free t-shirt if registered through mail or online by April 28, 2023. Those who register after this date will not be guaranteed a free t-shirt.
Overall race winners will be presented an award along with age category winners. A $5 food truck/craft vendor voucher will be given to each registered racer. A drawing for door prizes will also occur during the awards ceremony. Yellowbrick on 39 will be hosting a Vendors Market that offers handmade, homemade vintage and upcycled items from 10 am to 4 pm. Food trucks and music will be on site at the end of the race.
Online Registration…

https://runsignup.com/njc5k23

Mail in Registration…

https://www.co.tuscarawas.oh.us/park-news-and-events/ to download a PDF of 5K flyer.

Presently, sponsors for the event are being pursued. If you would like to help sponsor the event please contact the office at 330.365.3279.

 

 

2023 Winter Hike February 11th, 10am to Noon

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TuscParks Winter Hike 2023

February 11 from 10am to Noon

These young ladies pictured above have been coming to the Winter Hike for many years.  Making memories!

Dover−TuscParks will be hosting a Winter Hike at the Norma Johnson Center on Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. This free event has been funded by the United Way of Tuscarawas County.  Parking and marked trails will start at the Conservation Drive parking lot near the red barn (off Old State Route 39 between Dover and Sugarcreek). There will be three marked trails with different levels of difficulty, with hot chocolate and soup available to warm you up after your hike. Pets are permitted, but must be on a leash.
“It is always amazing to explore the trails during the winter months,” says Marsha Freeland. “The forest is still very active at this time of year. If it snows, bring your sled or make snowmen along the trails.”
After hiking guests are invited to hot chocolate and soup by Gingers Home Bakery under the picnic shelter.
All participants are encouraged to dress for the weather. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Please check with the TuscParks or the Norma Johnson Center Facebook page for updates or call TuscParks at 330-365-3279 for more information.