Chad helped provide a positive experience for ten of us at the Sciota River Boat Ramp…read more In preparation for the event, he provided everything administratively needed, and at the Boat Ramp was waiting for us with kayaks at the ready. For my first time kayaking, I did alright and actually had fun. It helps having a patient and energetic attitude with a business owner who wants everyone to have a good time.

Awesome experience.. Next time in Columbus . We had such an amazing time.. The people that helped…read moreus at Sunrise Kayaking were extremely friendly.

Beautiful park. Outstanding hiking. We LOVE it here. The trails are wonderful. Loved that the…read moretrail follows the stream, and that you have to walk across them - FUN! We hiked once on a day right after it rained, so it was a bit slippery in parts, but we made it through without any trouble. Very peaceful.

Look out hikers, this tiny little park is not for those of us who are introverts & enjoy peace &…read morequiet. It is always packed whenever I go here! Yet if you actually enjoy being surrounded by strangers and walking narrow paths, tripping over roots & getting your feet wet as you cross streams without bridges then you have found your paradise. This is one of my least favorite parks to visit as it only offers one of two paths. And since the longer trail loops into the shorter route it's practically just one trail only. Although I must say that the other hikers & the track students that were enjoying their exercise were 10xs more considerate and polite than any other park I've visited. Yet I strongly suggest being prepared to carry smelly poop bags the entire time since there is only a trash can at the start of your adventure...this is also NOT handicap friendly nor a wide trail if you have a dog that doesn't like strangers or others canines. The majority of the trail is shaded but you'll quickly work up a sweat as there are a number of very narrow & steep stairways if you choose to take the long way. However, it is highly recommended not to visit if it's raining because the trails are all mud and there is nothing to stop you from slipping off the edge. This is also not a wise choice for small children because there is no play ground equipment & again, the roots & lack of bridges. Thankfully the stream was very low & my dogs & I could jump over what little water was around us- but when the stream is full you'd have to wade through the cold water. You also can't picnic here but you can reach "The top of the World"; their is literally a sign in the field you'll come across that states this, lol.

I spent a day here with a friend and we had a good time. There's no sand, just rocks, and you can't…read moresee through the water so I recommend water shoes. Thankfully, it was an overcast day, so it wasn't too hot and the water wasn't too cold. There were also several food trucks around if you got hungry.

Quiet off the beaten path nature escape. Walking trail which is pet friendly. Kayak/canoe dock…read moreaccessible. We kayaked and it was absolutely amazing!

I was on the hunt for a lesser known park to get out in, and this was a perfect fit! This is…read morelocated in the O'Shaughnessy Reservoir Twin Lakes area (Area S). There's a nice parking area that is located near the water and a boat ramp. Heading past the boat ramp, you'll find a sign that says "Welcome to Hoover Nature Preserve," and that is where you will find the trails. There's a loop one on the left that takes you through a grassy area that tracks along the woods. When you come out of there on the far side, there's another trail to the left that takes you right up to a winding little stream area, which is very pretty and has a calming noise as the water babbles along towards the reservoir. There was a large variety of water fowl to be seen - geese, ducks, seagulls, cormorants, blue herons, and egrets were all around. There were also turtles sunning themselves on logs in the water. While I was there to walk around, I also saw a birder, a kayaker, and a family fishing, so there are several activities to do. There were also a number of picnic tables located throughout the area. Nice little park!

I've ridden with Ashley and her company twice now - looking forward to future rides Her horses are…read moreincredibly patient and kind. Don't think about the booking, just do it!!

Had the nicest ride with Ashley! She was so fun to chat with and I really enjoyed the beautiful…read morebridle trails at Rocky Fork. I had a great big chestnut horse named Hank and he was an absolute sweetheart! As a horse person who is without a horse right now, I appreciate a well trained, smooth and willing horse. (Thank you Hank! ) Will definitely go back to enjoy the other rides.

A nice after dinner walk from the Son of Thurman. Good birdwatching. Lots of people fishing.read more

Ive been waiting for the new rebuilt boardwalk for over two years now. It is definitely an improved…read moreversion and brand new, I'm a little disappointed as the length has been shortened by quite a bit but still a really cool place to go and take a walk.

So cool- hidden gem for serious mountain bike fun. I took my active 10yr old here and then have…read moregone back several time to meet friends. There is a trail and also "trick" area. Make sure to bring helmets.

Any place that give you good outdoor nature activities gets five stars.The trail is very well…read moremaintained by the local MTB Association and is about 5 to 6 miles of good singletrack MTB.Make sure you go before any major rains and few days afterwards because they say the trail doesn't drain well.Besides that get out and ride

I decided that I finally wanted to scuba dive, and I researched all the available options in…read moreColumbus. I chose Captain Rick's, and I'm very glad that I did. Rick's is like taking lessons from folks who are in your family. The entire staff is very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. The program is very affordable, more so than the other options in Columbus. There is no requirement to spend hundreds of dollars on equipment before you learn. They provide you with the equipment. This is important, because you won't know what you like, or the best options, until after you learn and experience what it's like to be in the water. One of the best things about Captain Rick's is that you can do your check out dive in the warm ocean off the coast of Florida, not in a cold uninteresting quarry in Ohio, though that is an option if you cannot afford the cost of travel and boat fees. I feel my life was enriched after taking the Open Water course at Captain Rick's. Not just because I learned to scuba, but because I gained the pleasure of now having new friends in the instructors and fellow students. Our trip to Florida felt just like taking a trip with long time close friends! Rick's is very flexible with your time in the class and can accommodate most schedules. It is affordable, and I can't stress enough the most appealing aspect to the whole experience: I feel I have become a part of the family!

SCUBA has been on my Bucket List, and with a pending trip to Australia, I looked into getting…read morecertified ahead of the trip. I took a sample dive with Dennis just to see how it would work out (I have a collapsed lung, though my oncologist says it would be okay to dive). The dive was great - fun and informative. Dennis took the time to explain the basics to me without being overly technical. We had great fun for the hour or so in the pool. Unfortunately, Australia requires a local doctor give you a medical certification, whether or not you are certified, and passing that is not a sure thing for me, so I am going to put off lessons for a while.