The Wayne National Forest invites the public to the grand opening and ribbon cutting for the County Road 29 Bridge. (Invitation)
Please join us on Thursday, May 31, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. to celebrate and thank those who have contributed to this landmark achievement!
The event will be held at the County Road 29 Bridge near the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. For more information call the Ironton District Office at 740-534-6500. (Flier for the Event)
First Saturday of every month bring your kids to the Nelsonville Forest Headquarters and enjoy a fun filled educational program designed for kids’ preschool to 5th grade. At least two and sometimes three time slots are offered, 10:00, 12:00, and 2:00 on the first Saturday of the month for an approximately one hour program. 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!
June 2nd - The Watercycle
Please register at 1-740-753-0101 the week before, and specify which time slot you would like to ensure there are enough materials for everyone!
The Wayne NF is hosting a Play Outside Weekend throughout the Marietta Unit to encourage healthy, active outdoor fun. Activities start on the evening of Friday, June 8 and run through the morning of June 10, 2012. For a list of events click here. This should be a great weekend for family fun. Click here for a flier.
Leith Run will offer free camping June 8-10. Reservations may be made on line at www.recreation.gov/ (a fee is charged for the reservations but not for the site).