THINGS TO DO

Kayak rentals and Shuttle services on The Historic Hocking River in beautiful Coolville, Ohio. A short drive from Athens, Belpre, Marietta and Parkersburg. Read more...

Located in southeast Ohio, remote Burr Oak State Park is a quiet gem with 2,593-acres of scenic wooded hills and a 600-acre “no wake” lake. You can enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, boating, disc golf and relaxing at the lodge or a cabin. Read more...

Adventure Pro Outdoors, LLC is a family owned & operated business located in Nelsonville, Ohio. They are the experts in outdoor fun and have the gear you’ll need to spend the day on the Hocking River or on the trails of Wayne National Forest. Read more...

Blockhouse Bouldering offers climbing for all ages and skill levels. You’ll find a judgment free zone, perfect for your first climbing experience. Bouldering is a form of rock climbing performed on short, natural boulders or artificial indoor walls without ropes or harnesses. It emphasizes power, technique, and short, intense sequences called “problems” rather than endurance. Safety is managed using crash pads Read more...

ARTS/West is a community arts center with play performances, concerts, recitals, gallery exhibits, contra & square dancing, plus classes, summer camps, and youth programs. Read more...

Kindred Market is a locally and family owned, community-inspired, organic and natural products grocer in Athens, Ohio. They offer over 150+ items in bulk. Their grab & go prepared foods and baked goods are made in-house and their Cafe offers made-to-order espresso drinks. They also have a large selection of books and local art for sale. Follow them on social media for updates on Read more...

Marie J. Desonier State Nature Preserve is located in eastern Athens County, Ohio, United States. It is heavily forested, on Jordan Run near its headwaters, in Deep Hollow. The preserve features a loop trail, the Oak Ridge Trail, with two footbridges. This trail can be hiked in a two-mile loop, or as a 2.5-mile loop. Read more...

Passion Works Studio supports collaborations between people with and without developmental differences. Read more...

Lake Snowden is a 675 acre education and recreation park, featuring the largest of four lakes which form the Margaret Creek Conservancy District. Read more...

This world-class institution brings to the University and the Southeast region of Ohio a wide range of permanent collection and traveling exhibitions, educational programming, and special tours. Read more...

This facility is operated by the City of Athens Arts, Parks and Recreation department and has spaces available for hosting events. Read more...