Month: August 2023

October 7 – Fall Fest – Noon to 5PM

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Fall FEst, October 7, Noon to 5PM

The Fall Fest is a family friendly event that TuscParks offers at the Norma Johnson Center. This event will be held October 7, 2023 from Noon to 5PM. A donation of $5/car will be taken at the entrance.
Activities listed below are free during this event: pumpkin painting, face painting, hiking trails, scavenger hunt, straw to stuff a scarecrow (you bring the clothes), children friendly craft, educational and snack tables. Special visitors will be Blathmac (magic and live reptiles) and Balloon Twisting.
The Norma Johnson Center Board will be offering a donation-based concession stand. All A Flutter will be releasing Monarchs to fly to Mexico for $5/release. Proceeds from the gate entry, concession and release will benefit NJC events and projects along with TuscParks equipment needs.
A huge thank you to our sponsors: First National Bank of Dennison, Tastee Apple, Hope Hills Mission, Kimble Company and NJC Foundation Board.

 

Upcoming Homeschool Wednesday Dates 2023-24 school year

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Dates

  • Second Wednesday of the Month
  • Fall Hike, NJC October 11, 9-11AM
  • Hike, Fort Laurens, Nov. 8, 9-11AM
  • December/January no programming
  • Winter Hike, NJC, Feb. 14, 9-11AM
  • March 13, program TBA, 9-11AM
  • April 10, Canal Lands Park, 9-11AM
  • Spring Hike, May 8, NJC, 9-11AM

2023-24 Homeschool Wednesday 

join our staff and other homeschooling families

as we explore the TuscParks trails.  Our staff will offer programming  during our hikes in a laid back approach.  We welcome families to participate and share during the programs.  The programs are set up in a way for families to also fellowship and make connections with other homeschool families in the area.  Registration can be found at the eventbrite.com website and searching for TuscParks.  Homeschool events are normally released a month in advance of the event.  Any questions can be directed to the TuscParks staff at 330.365.3279.

 

Fall Walkabouts New to 2023 schedule

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New: Fall Walkabout dates

Fall Walkabout dates for 2023 have been added.  TuscParks is excited to offer Fall hikes for those interested in hiking in a group along the trails.  The type and length of the hike will be dependent upon those who are in attendance.  Hiking sticks are optional.  Please note date, time and location.

Fort Laurens:  September 6, 10AM to Noon, Meet at Fort Laurens picnic shelter

Fort Laurens:  11067 Fort Laurens Rd, NW Bolivar, OH  44612

Norma Johnson Center:  October 2, 10AM to Noon, Meet at yellow pole barn, Preservation 

Norma Johnson Center 4033 SR 39, NW  Dover, OH 44622

Canal Lands Park:  November 1, 10AM to Noon, Meet at picnic shelter at Canal Lands

Canal Lands Park:  8645 Dover-Zoar Road Dover, OH  44622

Attending hikers were asked, if Fall Walkabouts would be of interest?  The answer was YES.  So, we aim to please.

 

 

Questions:

Contact Marsha at 330.365.3279