Hocking Hills weekend update sept. 15, 2011

WEEKEND UPDATE
September 15, 2011

SATURDAY - Hocking Hills Indian Run - 7am; Annual Trail Run through the Hocking Hills. Runners compete in distances of 60k, 40k, 20k, 10k and 5k routes. $30 registration includes t-shirt and medallion created by Logan High School Art Students. For more information call 740-385-2750. Hocking Hills State Park Dining Lodge, SR 664 S, Logan.

NOW through SATURDAY - Hocking County Fair; Enjoy entertainment and fun for the whole family. Packed with new and favorite events for the 2011 season -- truck & tractor pulls, gospel music, animal shows, entertainment by Buffo the Clown, demolition derbies, moto-cross and Tough Track competition. Daily ticket: $7 for all ages, includes admission to the grounds and grandstand and all events, free midway rides. Weekly passes are available: $10/ 2 to 8 year olds; $20/ 9 to 60 year olds; $10/ Senior and Handicapped; weekly passes do not include midway rides - midway ride pass $4 per day; Free parking. Complete schedule on website; http://www.hockingcountyfair.com/

NOW through September - "SUPERSIZE Your September" - Monday through Friday at Hocking Hills Canopy Tours; Reserve a Canopy Tour for September and fly on the breathtaking "Super Zip" for just $1. Offer is good Monday through Friday only on full priced canopy tour ($85). Some restrictions apply. Reservations required; call 740-385-9477 to make your reservation (not available online). Hocking Hills Canopy Tours, 10714 Jackson St, Rockbridge

TODAY - Cedar Falls Stroll - 2pm; Join the Hocking Hills State Park Naturalist to explore Cedar Falls and discover the unique natural and cultural history of this area of the park. Hocking Hills State Park, Cedar Falls is located on SR 374; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE

TONIGHT - FREE Summer Concert Series presents The Sweetback Sisters - 7pm to 9:30pm;The rollicking country swing of the Sweetback Sisters is as infectious as it is heartbreaking, harkening back to the golden era of both the silver screen cowgirl and the ersatz cowboy stars of local UHF TV kiddie shows. Their repertoire combines several of their passions - country music from before they were born and new interpretations of those traditions. Stuart's Opera House Parking Lot, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; 740-753-1924; FREE

FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY - Beginner Bead Making Class - 11am, 1pm, 3pm & 5pm; (1 hour class) Beginner Bead Making Classes. Have fun learning to melt glass while making your own glass beads and charms for bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Everything is supplied that you need to make beautiful glass beads. Ages 14 and up. $25 per person; call for reservations and class times - 740-385-1384; Liquid Light Gallery, 18345 Krinn Unger Keck Rd, Logan

FRIDAY - Hocking's Wildlife - 2pm; Join the naturalist at the Campground Amphitheater to explore and take a closer look at some of our native residents. Naturalist will be available to explain and answer questions; Hocking Hills State Park Campground, State Route 664 S, Logan; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE

FRIDAY - Ohio Pawpaw Festival - Friday 4pm to midnight; Saturday 10am to midnight; Sunday 10am to 4pm;Come join us in scenic Lake Snowden for our 10th Annual Pawpaw Festival - the biggest and best in the world! Join pawpaw fanatics from around the country at the peak of the season for a couple of days filled with everything pawpaw. Check out our website for more information. Lake Snowden (about six miles west of Athens on US 50/SR 32); 740-698-6060; http://www.ohiopawpawfest.com/ FREE

FRIDAY & SATURDAY - 7:30pm to 10:30pm; Open mic night on The Patio at The Sandstone Restaurant, 117 W Main St., Logan. Call 740-385-9479 for more info.

FRIDAY - Full Harvest Moon Canoe Trip - 7pm to 11pm; Let the crickets serenade you under a full moon on the Hocking River. Afterward, join us at a bonfire for refreshments and live entertainment. $35 per canoe; Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan; call 740-385-8685 for reservations.

FRIDAY - Haunted Hocking - The Spirits of Condle's Hollow - 8pm; Is the Horse Cave area of Conkle's really haunted, or could it be something else? How about any other areas of Conkle's? Join the naturalist and the "HHIT" team from www.HauntedHocking.com at the parking area at Conkle's Hollow. We will explore the possibilities together. (This program does contain ghost stories...parents; you know your children best and should decide if it is appropriate. Please, no pets at Haunted Hocking.) Conkle's Hollow is located at Big Pine Rd and SR 374; Hocking Hills State Park; call 740-385-6841 for more info; FREE

SATURDAY - Drive & Discover - 9am to 6pm; On the third Saturday of each month, take a scenic drive through the Hocking Hills while shopping for gifts and treasures such as handcrafted furniture, art glass, candles, quilts, wind chimes and more more! Enjoy artist demos and special discount at these unique shops. Start at a different shop each month; this month begin at Ruby's Country Cupboard, 16734 SR 374, Laurelville; 740-385-9696; FREE

SATURDAY - Hocking Hills Yoga - Poolside - 9am to 10am; Add a little Zen to your Hocking Hills stay and get energized with a morning yoga session! The Perfect Touch Massage & Traveling Spa is now offering a regular yoga class, poolside, at Old Man's Cave Chalets every Saturday morning. Our highly skilled instructor, Emily, will take you through a series of postures, poses and stretches to help you balance & strengthen your body, while focusing on your breathing to clear your mind and align your energy. Connect with nature as your yoga class takes place surrounded by beautiful woodlands. Bring your swim suit and feel free to take a rejuvenating dip in the pool after class. An amazing way to start your memorable day in the Hocking Hills! $20; class is rain or shine; if weather is inclement, we will hold class indoors. The complete practice is very accessible to every age, body type and experience level. Old Man's Cave Chalets - Poolside, 18905 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; Reservations recommended by calling 877-869-4631

SATURDAY -Hands-on Stained Glass Workshop - 10am to 12pm; Learn basic copper foil stained glass techniques with Audrey Martin. Classes are two hours long and all supplies are provided. At the end of the class you will walk away with your completed project and the knowledge to dive into more sophisticated glass projects. Fee: $25; All supplies are provided. Contact Audrey Martin, 740-596-1913 to schedule your stained glass workshop. 63775 SR 56, Creola, Ohio 45622, just 3 miles east of Ash Cave at Scenic Way Gifts and Art Glass Studio. Call for additional days and times.

SATURDAY - Art Markets - A.L.P.A.C.A. - 10am to 1pm; The Athens Local Professional Artists and Craftsmen Association (A.L.P.A.C.A.)will offer local art and crafts for sale at the Market on State in conjunction with the Athens Farmers Market. Vendors will feature items such as glasswork, jewelry, ceramics, woodwork, fiber arts, crafts and children's clothing. Market on State, 1002 E State St, Athens; FREE to browse

SATURDAY - Classic Cruisers Gathering - 5:30pm; Every Saturday classic cars, motorcycles and touring bikes will gather on Nelsonville's Historic Art Square. Enjoy casual and fine dining on the Square. Shops and galleries will be open till 8pm. Sponsored by Nelsonville Main Street, Inc. Donate $3 to Nelsonville Main Street and get your punch card to enter in a drawing for some great gifts in October. Try the Architectural Scavenger Hunt. For more info contact Lynn Garbo at 740-818-9505 or Denny Kish at 740-591-1495; FREE

SATURDAY - Moonlight Tour at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery - 7pm to 11pm; Paddle your canoe from sunset to moonlight, using the light of the moon as it reflects on the water. Your trip ends at the livery with a roaring bonfire, s'mores and a local bluegrass band for your enjoyment. Reservations highly recommended. Meet at the livery at 7:00 p.m. and be sure to bring a flashlight; $35 per canoe for two people; Hocking Hills Canoe Livery, 12789 SR 664 S, Logan; call 800-634-6820 for reservations and info.

SUNDAY - Vinton County Air Show - 11am to 5pm;This is the 41st Anniversary of our Air Show and it will be spectacular! We will have at least eight performers, Ohio University's DC-3, homebuilt experimental aircraft and ultra-lights on display. Hang gliders, parachute jumps and candy drop will also be featured. Barbequed chicken and other food and drinks will be available all day. We ask for a donation of $10/carload for parking. Vinton County Airport, 66285 Airport Rd, New Plymouth; 740-3570268; FREE

TUESDAY - A Classical Concert - Music for Flute, Voice, Cello & Piano - 7:30pm to 9pm; Music Director Jeff Daubenmire welcomes friends and colleagues to share the stage for an enchanting evening of music that will feature the talents of Julie Finney, Larilyn Whitescarver and Galen Kelch. The program will highlight works from both classical and contemporary composers including Beethoven, Bolling, Dvorak, Franck and more. A reception will be held in Westminster House immediately following the performance. First Presbyterian Church, 2 W Hunter St, Logan; 740-385-2242; FREE

WEDNESDAY - Yoga in the Hills - Blue Valley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10 6pm to 7pm; This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for the beginner or those recovering from injuries. Groups are welcome! Call ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful instructor, at a waterfall near you!

THURSDAY (Sept 22nd) - Logan and Hocking County book signing - 7pm; Preview and signing by author Judy Maniskas of her just-released book. The book includes interesting facts about the area's past and features historic photographs from the Society's archives. (127 black and white scenes of Logan and Hocking County) Book will go on sale on September 12. Proceeds will benefit the Hocking County Historical Society; Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St, Logan; (740) 385-6026 www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com

SATURDAY (Sept 24th) & SUNDAY (Sept 25th) - 39th Annual Hocking Hills Artisits & Craftsmen Annual Fall Show - Sat 10am to 5pm; Sun 11m to 5pm; Don't miss the 39th Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Show at the Hocking Hills State Park Dining Lodge on the Main floor and Downstairs. Join us for this juried show of over 40 Artists & Craftsmen showcasing their Fine Arts and Crafts. Admission and Parking are Free; Handicap Accessible; Sign-up to win the free raffle (Donated by Karen Unroe from Bluebird Basketry). Special thanks to the members of the HHACA for organizing the event.

ONGOING:

SATURDAY, September 3rd through September - "Birds" Exhibit; Ninth of twelve monthly exhibits for 2011. Exhibit will remain on display through September; Regular hours are Tuesday through Saturday 1pm to 4pm or by appointment; The Bowen House, 196 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344 for more info.

WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS - Beginner Bead Making Class - 11am, 1pm, 3pm & 5pm; (1 hour class) Beginner Bead Making Classes. Have fun learning to melt glass while making your own glass beads and charms for bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Everything is supplied that you need to make beautiful glass beads. Ages 14 and up. $25 per person; call for reservations and class times - 740-385-1384; Liquid Light Gallery, 18345 Krinn Unger Keck Rd, Logan

June Through the Summer - "Logan and Hocking County...A Timeline"
New Exhibit at the Historical Society features several hundred years of the county's history condensed into four panels on display. The timeline includes Native Americans, the first settlers (1798), the Civil War, the Hocking Valley Railway, and more...up to the year 1917, when Logan celebrated its centennial. Hours: Monday & Tuesday by appointment; Wed - Fri 1pm to 4pm; Saturday 11am to 5pm; closed Sunday. Hocking County Historical Society 64 N. Culver St.(740) 385-6026
www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com

WEDNESDAYS - Hocking County Farmers Market - 9am to noon every Wednesday and 4pm to 7pm on the last Wednesday of the month; purchase local produce at Logan Hocking Activity Center, 1593 E. Front St, Logan; 740-385-4322; monthly special events too. September 21st - Ice Cream Eating Contest at 11am; October 12th - Pumpkin Patch Day; October 26th - Halloween Party at 6pm.

SATURDAYS - Classic Cruisers Gathering - 5:30pm; Every Saturday classic cars, motorcycles and touring bikes will gather on Nelsonville's Historic Art Square. Enjoy casual and fine dining on the Square. Shops and galleries will be open till 8pm. Sponsored by Nelsonville Main Street, Inc. Donate $3 to Nelsonville Main Street and get your punch card to enter in a drawing for some great gifts in October. Try the Architectural Scavenger Hunt. For more info contact Lynn Garbo at 740-818-9505 or Denny Kish at 740-591-1495; FREE

DAILY - Paul A. Johnson Pencil Sharpener Museum - Mon to Sat, 9am to 5pm; Sun 11am to 5pm; Rev. Paul Johnson began his collection over 20 years ago. His Pencil Sharpener Museum, previously located at his home, has been moved to the Welcome Center and is open daily. This amazing collection of over 3400 pencil sharpeners has been featured in national magazines and is reputed to be the largest collection in the United States. Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center, 13178 St. Rt. 664 S, Logan; 740-385-9706; FREE

DAILY (Mon - Sat) The Columbus Washboard Company Museum and Gift Shop - Monday through Friday at 10:00am, noon, and 2:00pm; Saturdays at noon, and Sundays and holidays by appointment. There is so much history from our company and building's past that we wish to share it with everyone. The tour will not only provide historical information, but will also include the opportunity to observe the manufacturing of washboards, and participate in making music with the washboard. The factory will operate daily, as usual, with our washboards being produced one at a time by hand. We are the only manufacturer of washboards remaining in the United States. Our gift shop features our washboards, memorabilia and new line of vintage soaps. The Museum is a WiFi hotspot and offers snacks and beverages, for a place to relax and take care of business. Tours will be offered Monday through Friday at 10:00am, noon, and 2:00pm; Saturdays at noon, and Sundays and holidays by appointment. Special arrangements will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm; Saturdays 11:00am to 2:00pm. $4 for tour which includes souvenir magnet.

THURSDAYS TO SUNDAYS: The Coach House Tea Room at Ravenwood Castle is open from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lunch offers typical British specialties such as Coronation Chicken, the Ploughman's Lunch and other sandwiches and salad plates. Ravenwood's Cream Tea is a popular afternoon choice. The Little Shops at Ravenwood are open the same hours as the Tea Room and present unique artisan works and castle-themed gifts. Guests and Visitors are always welcome to stroll through the Gardens. Call 740-596-2606 for information or luncheon reservations.

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS - Noon Train With Historic Village Stop - noon; ride the historic Hocking Valley Scenic Railway. See a canal lock. Travel to the last company town in Ohio. Stop at Robbins Crossing, an 1840s pioneer log village. Visit http://www.hvsry.org/ for schedules and tickets.

The founder of Hocking Valley Canoe Livery recently passed away from an eight year battle with breast cancer. In her memory and cancer victims everywhere we are proud to announce the Osagian Pink Canoe. In addition to Canoe for the Cure, HVCL is motivated to raise money for the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Foundation and the Hocking Hills Cancer Support Group. Hocking Valley Canoe Livery will donate $25.00 each time the Pink Canoe is rented. This canoe is an Osagian Classic with the side-sponsors, finished with a pink powder-coated paint. Spread the word about the Osagian Pink Canoe and help us in our effort to donate to breast cancer research! Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, 31251 Chieftain Dr., Logan; 740-385-8685

Every Wednesday - Yoga in the Hills - Blue Valley Massage & Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10 6pm to 7pm; This class is offered surrounded by the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Weather permitting classes are outside on our wonderful deck among the trees. This class is perfect for the beginner or those recovering from injuries. Groups are welcome! Call ahead for details - we may be having class, with our wonderful instructor, at a waterfall near you!

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday - Flea & Farmers' Market at Hocking Hills Market; US 33, Rockbridge

Every Saturday & Wednesday - Athens Farmers Market's - 10am to 1pm. Come meet the farmers and producers behind the local food movement. Look for vendors selling produce, meats, eggs, cheese, jarred products, baked goods and lots more. Location: Market on State, 1002 E State St , Athens; for more info call 740-593-6763 or visit http://www.athensfarmersmarket.org/

SPECIAL NOTICE FROM HOCKING HILLS STATE PARK
As of September 6, 2011, the Old Man's Cave Gorge Trail (blue trail) from the Lower Falls at Old Man's Cave to the old floating bridge at Cedar Falls will be closed. Park staff will be working to restore the trail due to flood damage that occurred in July. The trail will reopen October 1, 2011. Hikers can still hike from Old Man's Cave to Cedar Falls by utilizing the Gorge Overlook Trail (red trail). Thank you for your patience as these critical repairs are completed.









Member News:

The next regular HHTA Board of Trustees meeting will be September 19th - noon at the Welcome Center.
The Logan-Hocking Chamber of Commerce is offering a FREE workshop for small businesses on Thursday, September 22nd at 9:30am. B.O.S.S. (Basis of a Successful Start) will cover types of business ownership, licensing, tax requirements, sources of financing, identifying your customer and how to market your product or service. Small Business Development Center Consultant Lissa Jollick, will present the free program at Hocking County Job Services, 389 E Front Streeet, Logan. Please register in advance to Erin Gibson; 740-385-6836, ext. 21.
Beginning August 28th TV ads will be running through September on Time Warner in the metro Columbus market promoting the Hocking Hills for a second chance at a summer vacation. The ads direct travelers to the HHTA web page where they will find "Second Summer Specials". If you have not already posted a September special for your business consider doing so. This is not just for lodging businesses. Dining, shopping and attractions are all encouraged to post a special. If you have questions about posting a "Second Summer Special" contact Susie McKinnon at 385-2750 or smckinnon@1800hocking.com. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of this promotion.
If you advise your guests to "bring their own firewood" be sure to correctly inform them of the ban on bringing in firewood from out of the area. They will need to purchase firewood once they arrive in the Hocking Hills


SPECIAL NOTICE FROM HOCKING HILLS STATE PARK
As of September 6, 2011, the Old Man's Cave Gorge Trail (blue trail) from the Lower Falls at Old Man's Cave to the old floating bridge at Cedar Falls will be closed. Park staff will be working to restore the trail due to flood damage that occurred in July. The trail will reopen October 1, 2011. Hikers can still hike from Old Man's Cave to Cedar Falls by utilizing the Gorge Overlook Trail (red trail). Thank you for your patience as these critical repairs are completed.

Please advise visitors about the Hocking Hills State Parks' new "Carry In, Carry Out" policy - all waste and recyclables carried into the Parks must be carried out. Help keep the Hocking Hills clean and green.