Enjoying the wildlife in Cleveland’s hiking spots is very possible due to the great areas available for hiking. Cleveland has a surprisingly large variety of hiking options available with hundreds of miles of hiking located in the 20,000 acres of Cleveland metroparks. Having this many hiking options on so many different types of terrain make it easy to enjoy Cleveland’s wildlife.

For people who are very serious about experiencing wildlife while hiking, contacting one of Cleveland’s outdoor education facilities is a great way to learn about what can be see and where are the Read the rest of this entry »

Ohio offers fours seasons of hiking. The rolling landscape of the Appalachian Plateau and Till Plains provide the geographical variety of farmland and hills. Some of the most popular hiking spots in the state are Ash Cave, Cedar Falls and Old Man’s Cave in Hocking Hills. Ohio also offers hundreds of cultural events, historic sites, recreation areas and sports teams for outdoor enthusiasts.

Sports buffs can golf in the spring, swim in Lake Erie in the summer, then ski at resorts in winter. You can fish or picnic in one of many Ohio state parks, such as Buckeye Lake, East Harbor State Park or Harrison Lake Park. Other recreational activities include backpacking, biking, camping, canoeing, geocaching, kayaking and snowshoeing.

Families will love exploring Cuyahoga Valley National Park, which offers children’s programs and the chance to earn a ranger badge. The park provides a railroad tour that meanders through hills and valleys. Amish country delights visitors with farm tours, fresh food and flea markets. The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is another family favorite with plenty of animal and plant exhibits.

Don’t forget you can keep your home safe on and off the trail with adt pulse, a remote home security system.