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Tailwaters Trail, East Fork Lake State Park – Bethel, Ohio
The Tailwaters Trail did not, in fact, have much to do with the tailwaters of the East Fork of the Little Miami River. It is called “Tailwaters Trail” because it arises from the Tailwaters picnic area at the park, but immediately heads away from the river. My daughter Caroline and I became increasingly excited as…
The Spur Trail, Garcon Point Water Management Area – Milton, Florida
We were back in one of my favorite habitats – the Longleaf Pine wet savanna, and the simplicity and informality of this sign at the trailhead appealed to me. It was going to be a good outing. Garcon Point Water Management Area is a three thousand acre preserve, consisting of three separate tracts, that feature…
The Multi-use Path, Devou Park – Covington, Kentucky
Everyone needs to have a go to place where they can quickly stretch their legs and get a little fresh air. For me that place is Devou Park, which lies just a few miles from our home. Its relatively new, paved path makes for easily reachable all-weather escapes. Devou park was part of my childhood…