Travel

In early spring in Northeast Ohio, our large snowfalls finally come to an end, yet there’s still a definite chill in the air. This is when I think: Ugh... I need to escape to a warmer place! If you feel the same way but can’t jump on an airplane to fly South for awhile, then take your grandkids to enjoy a warm adventure right here in the Cleveland area. ...

For centuries, the maple trees on the Hale’s family farm provided sap to be processed and sold or consumed. C. O. Hale, the  grandson of Western Reserve pioneer Jonathan Hale, had a keen interest in all aspects of farming, including tapping the sugar maple trees on this farm. ...

Should I stay or should I go? This weighty question is the preoccupation of many a Northeast Ohio snowbird who customarily vacates the Great Lakes region during the cold and dreary winter months. But it has become quite a quandary. On one hand, the preliminary winter forecast calls for more snowfall and colder temps this winter throughout the Great Lakes, adding to the impetus to fly South sooner and stay longer. On the other hand, the ongoing pandemic sees hotspots often affecting retirement communities in Southern states, causing locals to consider sheltering in place this winter. What to do? ...

Learn how the pioneers of the region prepared for the winter months ahead. In addition to these autumn-themed activities, the artisans at Hale Farm & Village will be creating handcrafted at Hale items and historic buildings will be open to explore.  ...

Fall horticultural displays will be showcased throughout the indoor and outdoor gardens at the botanical garden. Perfect for a festive photo op or simply an opportunity to experience fall flora in all its splendor, enjoy seasonal plant displays that will include mums, cabbage, kale, pansies, cornstalks, pumpkins and more. ...

The Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Trail is an America’s Scenic Byway, which weaves along the southern shore of Lake Erie, part of the largest freshwater system in the world. It’s the trail for shopping, fishing, birding, biking, boating, camping, touring and exploring. ...

Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon has been drawing visitors to its colorful acres of sunflowers since 2013. The field was planted by The Prayers from Maria Foundation in the memory of Maria McNamara to draw attention to the need for money to fight childhood cancer. ...

Hale Farm & Village is open and eager to share its living history displays. The sprawling historic village is open Thursdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. throughout July and August. ...