THURSDAY, February 21 - Rip 'n Strip Class at the Bowen
House - 7pm to 8pm; Learn how to knit, crochet, hook or braid with
recycled items. The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan;
740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE
 FRIDAY, February 22nd - Hocking's Birds of
Prey - 1pm; Join the Hocking Hills State Park naturalist at the
Naturalist Cabin near Old Man's Cave Visitor Center for a closer look at
Ohio's hawks, owls, eagles and vultures. Hocking Hills State Park,
Old Man's Cave, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info. FREE
FRIDAY, February
22nd - Final Fridays - Focus on Fiber - 5pm to 9pm; Fabulous
Fiber - Cozy up and get warm while trying your hand at crocheting,
knitting or quilting. New shows will feature fiber art, quilts and more.
Working artists on site will demonstrate techniques and answer your
questions. Learn to crochet a warm blanket or start a quilt. Everything
you need is here! Fabulous Fiber Art, demos & hands-on
experiences! Working artists on site will demonstrate techniques
and answer your questions. Try your hand at making paper at Paper
Circle. Quilt away at Nelsonville Quilt Company. Learn how to
needle felt at Starbrick Gallery. And at 6pm, the Logan Superstars
will be twirling flags on the Square! Bring
your gently used hats, gloves, scarves and coats for kids-donate at any
shop! The Historic Square Arts District in Nelsonville; call
740-753-1011 for more info; FREE
FRIDAY, February
22nd - Winter Wine Tasting - 6pm; Get together with a group of
friends and come party the evening away with Inn Owners Ellen Grinsfelder
and Terry Lingo, Chef Anthony and our selected wine/spirit experts. Bring
all your questions and a hearty appetite. Our winter Wine TasteInn will
feature Wines from Down Under - Australia & New Zealand. We are
excited to have Julia Whittingham return to educate us on these excellent
wines. $85 / person; Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 State
Route 374; call 800-653-2557 for reservations.
SATURDAY, February
23rd - Tapping of the Maples - 9am; It's that time of the
year. Ever wonder where all that maple syrup comes from? Join the
Naturalist at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's Cave
Visitor Center and try your hand at tapping your own tree as we prepare
for the annual "Maple Sugaring in the Hills" event here at
Hocking Hills on March 9 & 10. Hocking Hills State Park, Old
Man's Cave, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more info. FREE
WEDNESDAY,
February 27th - Jam Session at the Bowen House - 7pm to 8pm;
Bring your instrument and have fun playing with other musicians!
The Bowen House, 192 N Market St, Logan; 740-385-0344; www.bowenhouse.org; FREE
SATURDAY, March 2nd
- Wild Weekend Discovery Series; "Owls" - 10am and noon; Bring
your children and enjoy this free fun-filled educational program that's
designed for preschool to 5th grade. This one-hour program has two
starting times; one at 10am and another at noon. Space is limited to 15
seats per session. Preregister for this special class by phone.
Children enjoy a different lesson every month, with an activity and a
craft to complement the lesson. Get your Smokey card punched each
time you participate, on your 6th visit receive a patch! Please
register at 740-753-0101. Wayne National Forest Headquarters, US
33, Nelsonville; FREE
FRIDAY, March 8TH
& 15TH and SATURDAY, March 9th & 16th
and SUNDAY, March 17th - "Is There Life After High
School?" - Fridays and Saturdays at 8am, Sunday at 2pm; ABC Players
present this "memory musical" by Jeffrey Kindley at Stuart's
Opera House. Directed by Chris Coleman with musical direction
by Lynn Sullivan, a stalwart cast plays various characters remembering
the joy, the laughter and the pain of what it was like to go through high
school. Reserved Seats $12 in advance/$15 at the door; Students
$7. Stuart's Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville; call
740-753-1924 or visit www.stuartsoperahouse.org for tickets and information.
SATURDAY, March 9th
and SUNDAY, March 10th - Maple Sugaring in the Hills - noon to
4pm; Join us at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man's
Cave Visitor Center and savor the taste of the season as we boil down our
local maple sap. Discover the many methods used throughout history to
make this tasty treat. Free samples are available. Hocking Hills
State Park, Old Man's Cave, State Route 664 S; call 740-385-6841 for more
info; FREE
Catch a movie this
weekend! Movies 10 (on US 33, just south of Nelsonville) has the best
deal going for first run movies - $4 / all ages, all seats, all times (3D
movies have extra charge).
Bring the kids to
the Fun Barn for arcade games, rides and snacks.
ONGOING:
MONDAYS - Airplane Rock Trek - 10am; Explore the trail to
Airplane Rock then descend into Long Hollow and search out Chapel Cave.
It's always a fantastic time of year to trek this two mile loop including
the breathtaking view of Crane Hollow that you'll see from Airplane Rock.
Your guides will interpret the diverse geology, biology and wildlife life
found along the way. It's a fun, relaxing, educational way to spend a
beautiful afternoon in the Hocking State Forest. $30 per
person. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot 30 minutes
before departure. Be sure to review our website for FAQs and other
things to bring. This is 2 1/2 to 3 hour trek. Reservations
are required. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
TUESDAYS - Big Spring and Table Rock Trek - 10am; Enjoy this
naturalist led loop trek through the Hocking State Forest and take in
some of the many geological landmarks including Table Rock, Amazing
Grace, Big Spring & Bent Tree. This trek loops through the climbing
and rappelling area and you may see all sorts of adventurers playing on
rocks. $30 per person. We meet at the State Rappelling Area
parking lot 30 minutes before departure. Be sure to review the rest
of our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or
bring. This is 2 1/2 to 3 hour trek. Reservations are
required. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
WEDNESDAYS - Chapel Cave Trek - 10am; Explore Long Hollow
with a professional naturalist. It's always a fantastic time of year to
trek this two mile loop, including a breathtaking box canyon and Chapel
Cave. Your guides will interpret the diverse geology, biology and
wildlife found along the way. It's an easy walk along a fairly wide trail
with a few trees to step over, but generally easy to hike and completed
in less than three hours. The ground can be a bit soft in some areas if
there's recent rain, so be sure to wear good hiking shoes/boots. It's a
fun, relaxing, educational way to spend a beautiful afternoon in the
Hocking State Forest. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking
lot at 9:30am. Be sure to review the rest of our website for FAQs
and other things you'll need to know or bring. This trek is only
offered to able bodied, experienced hikers. $30 per
person. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
THURSDAYS - Spruce Hollow One-Way Trek - 10am; Our Spruce
Hollow one-way trek is absolutely beautiful. We'll start at the top of
Spruce Hollow and drop down in to this Hocking State Forest area. It's
full of mature, open forest, fantastic geology, caves and waterfalls. Our
one-way treks are designed for folks who are interested in swinging their
arms a bit and covering some ground. One-way treks are different from our
interpretive treks in that we make less frequent stops. Instead, our
guides lead this one-way trek providing occasional interpretation on the
move. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am
and carpool to the start and end points. Be sure to review the
website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or bring.
This trek is only offered to able bodied, experienced hikers. $60
per person. Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
FRIDAYS - Sheick Hollow Trek - 10am; Sheick Hollow is
a fascinating, untouched State Nature Preserve with diverse rocks, caves,
waterfalls, plants and wildlife in a protected area requiring a permit to
enter. Our guides lead this interpretive trek and help you and your group
discover and understand the living forest and its evolving landscape. We
provide the required nature preserve permit. We meet at the State
Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am. Be sure to review the rest
of our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or
bring. This trek is only offered to able bodied, experienced
hikers. $40 per person. Advance purchase required through our
website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
SATURDAYS - Little Rocky Preserve Trek - 10am; Little Rocky
is the crown jewel of Ohio State Nature Preserves in the Hocking Hills
region. It's the largest in terms of acreage and grandest in terms of
geology, biology and wildlife diversity. It's a special, amazing,
untouched place with many side canyons and rugged terrain. You will be
blown away by the beauty of this preserve. Fortunately, it's a protected
area requiring a permit to enter. Our team of expert guides will provide
the permit, leadership and interpretation for a very limited number of
participants. We meet at the State Rappelling Area parking lot at
9:30am. Be sure to review the rest of our website for FAQs and
other things you'll need to know or bring. This trek covers hilly
terrain and is only offered to able bodied, experienced hikers. $80
per person - 5 hours; Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
SATURDAYS - Rappelling Trek - 10am; For mainstream climbers,
rappelling is simply "the way down." For adventurous thrill
seekers and first time visitors to the Hocking Hills it's an adrenaline
rush unlike anything else. On the day of your rappelling trek, our expert
guides walk you through the basics of safety, equipment, setup, technique
and use of rappel devices. You'll begin on 20 to 30 foot walls and move
to higher ground. Many first timers conquer Amazing Grace at 80' and some
do Big Springs at 107' or Bent Tree at 120'. The experience is awesome.
Equipment provided includes: helmet, ropes, rappel devices, adjustable
harness and gloves. We meet at the Rappelling area parking lot at
9:30am. Be sure to review our website for FAQs and other things you'll
need to know or bring. This four hour trek is only offered to able
bodied people. Minimum weight is 80 lbs. - all kids must have a
parent present. Rappelling treks can be scheduled for dates not
listed, just call or email to arrange dates. This adventure is
weather permitting! $280 for first 1 0r 2 people; $140 for each
additional person; max 4 people; 4 hours. Advance purchase required
through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
SUNDAYS - Rocky Fork one way Trek - 10am; The Rocky Fork one
way trek starts out on the Buckeye Trail, cuts through Little Rocky
Nature Preserve, crosses over the top of Sheick Hollow, enters Long
Hollow, passes Chapel Cave and ends at your car. Our one way treks are
designed for folks that are interested in swinging their arms a bit and
covering some ground. You'll get into a rhythm as your guide provides
interpretive insights on the go. This trek includes protected areas that
require permits to enter. We provide the permits. We meet at the
State Rappelling Area parking lot at 9:30am. Be sure to review the
rest of our website for FAQs and other things you'll need to know or
bring. This trek covers hilly terrain and is only offered to able
bodied, experienced hikers. $60 per person - 4 to 5 hours;
Advance purchase required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
SUNDAYS - Rock Climbing Trek - 10am; The Hocking State
Forest Rappelling and Climbing area offers a convenient location and an
excellent opportunity to be introduced to rock climbing and top rope
climbing basics. Safety is our number one concern. Our expert guides are
schooled and practiced in achieving and maintaining the highest safety
standards. Beginners are taught basic setup, technique and use of rappel
devices. You'll start out climbing 10 to 20 foot walls and may reach 40'.
Experienced to advanced climbers will be surprised by the challenge and
skill development opportunity this area provides. Review our website for
complete details. Pricing: $240 for 1 or 2 people, $120 for the 3rd
person, add'l $120 for the 4th person. Contact us directly if you'd
like to schedule a group larger than four. All participants must
demonstrate physical capability and discipline to safety. Minimum
weight is 80 lbs and kids must have a parent present. This trek can
be schedule for any day of the week, year round, weather
permitting. Reservations are required. Advance purchase
required through our website; https://hockinghillsadventuretrek.com/
choose the "Book a Trek" tab from our home page. Call
740-777-2579 for more info.
MONDAYS - Acrylic Painting Workshop - Join Artist Suzanne
Hiser in painting flowers this 2 hour workshop on Mondays from 10am0in.
She will work with you on drawing, shaping and shading techniques that
will bring out the beauty of our seasonal flowers. Fee: $25; All supplies
are provided and suitable for all ages. Contact Audrey Martin,
740-596-1913 to reserve your spot in the workshop
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
THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS - Stained Glass Workshop - 10am to
noon; 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.
WEDNESDAYS - Yoga in the Hills - Blue Valley Massage &
Traveling Spa - call 888-74-PEACE (747-3223) for location; $10 5pm to
6pm; 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/
DAILY - SALT AND PEPPER SHAKER MUSEUM AT FIDDLESTIX; View
several hundred vintage figural salt and pepper shaker sets at Fiddlestix
Village; 24180 St. Rt. 93 just south of the St. Rt. 56/93 intersection. A
changing display of shaker sets are arranged by categories on shelves in
three large windows. Groups include, various animals, people, holidays
birds, fish, tools, buildings, vacation souvenirs and many more. Most of
the sets are from the 1940s to the present. A smaller window hosts a
monthly special exhibit. The best viewing time is between 11 a.m. - 3
p.m. Viewers are invited at their own risk, and the exhibit is open
unless there is snow or ice on the parking lot. Fiddlestix Village, 24180
St. Rt. 93, Creola- (Do not go to Creola ~ this is a mapping address.)
The location is just south of the intersection of St. Rts. 56 and 93,
close to Ash Cave. For more information, call Historic Host; 740-596-2408
or 740-753-3105. 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 - 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 by appointment. Special arrangements
will be made for large groups. Museum hours are Monday through Friday
9:00am to 3:00pm and Saturday by appointment. Tours are $4 which includes
souvenir magnet. Columbus Washboard Factory, 14 Gallagher Ave, Logan;
740-380-3828
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