A 20-space parking lot near the end of the connector trail linking Trimble Road to the B&O Trail could be open in the next few weeks.
Richland County Park District
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Mohican River Watershed is the epicenter of water quality improvement
Solutions Journalism Series This story is Part II of a two-part Solutions Journalism series about the Mohican River’s water quality and how local agencies are working to address the issue. “Who wouldn’t want to come out here, go for a run or walk? It’s so peaceful,” Ashland County Park District Director Eric Schneider said, standing […]
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Parks over pavement: Green space takes center stage at regional planning meeting
City of Mansfield and Richland County parks officials took center stage on Wednesday during a regional planning commission meeting.
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Wetlands in the making: Oxbow Woods restoration project helps nature thrive
You’re not imagining things if you’ve spotted what looks like a construction zone at the Alexander Road crossing of the B&O Trail lately.
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Happy 60th birthday! Richland County Park District throws a community party
The Richland County Park District wrapped up its 60th anniversary celebration with a party Sunday at Gorman Nature Center.
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60 and 30: Richland County Park District celebrates dual anniversaries
RICHLAND COUNTY — The Richland County Park District is celebrating two milestones this year: its 60th anniversary and the 30th anniversary of the Richland B&O Trail. A weeklong celebration begins Sunday, featuring community events, outdoor activities and a gathering on Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festivities for the 30th anniversary celebration will […]
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Richland County Park District marks 30 years of B&O Bike trail with 30 events
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Park District is celebrating 30 years of the B&O Trail. To celebrate this momentous occasion, RCPD is providing 30 programs and activities during the month of September. On Monday, Sept. 8, RCPD’s Trail Manager Josh Dyer led a Clear Fork Creekin’ program in Bellville along the B&O Trail. During the […]
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New observation deck pays homage to Camp Mowana at Fleming Falls
MIFFLIN TOWNSHIP — For more than 100 years, the site of Fleming Falls Park and Preserve has been a place to escape to — a place to slow down and take in the beauty of the natural world. For the staff and campers at Camp Mowana, it was a sacred place. Alumni staff and campers returned to […]
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Richland County Park District to dedicate observation deck at Fleming Falls Preserve
MIFFLIN TOWNSHIP — Jordan Tackett said it’s time to show off the newest jewel in the Richland County Park District. A day-long event is planned Aug. 2 at the Fleming Falls Preserve to highlight the completion of a new observation deck at the park located just north of Mansfield off U.S. 42. It’s also a […]
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Larson reflects on 12 years as executive director of county park district
Jason Larson recently served his last day as the Richland County Park District’s executive director March 7 after a nearly 12-year career.