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Outdoor Adventures: Horseback Riding in North Central Ohio
Riding a horse is great exercise—it strengthens the core, improves balance and coordination and may even get your heart pumping. Here in north central Ohio, riding a horse also means the chance to soak in the serene natural beauty of family farms and ancient forests. Whether you’ve never sat in a saddle or are looking for a place to ride and train your own horse, there are plenty of options nearby.
Photo courtesy of Malabar Farms
1. Pleasant Valley Lake Park & Malabar Farm, Perrysville/Lucas
Both Pleasant Valley and Mala...
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5 Super Smart Ways to Save for a Down Payment
Deciding to buy a home is very exciting. Looking through listings for Mansfield homes, finding a few favorites and daydreaming about how you'll decorate. It's fun. But for many, it becomes overwhelming as soon as they look at their bank account. Saving for a down payment requires patience, determination and discipline--but millions of people accomplish it every year so it's definitely not impossible. To help get you started, our agents at Haring Realty have put together a list of five smart ways to save for a down payment.
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Volunteering might be the best thing you can do right now - for your community and for you
Richland County has a lot to offer.
The county's rich environments include the rolling countryside of Clear Fork and Lucas as well as the historic downtown Carrousel District of Mansfield. Locals also enjoy choices for higher education in Ontario, beautiful parks, and numerous attractions like Kingwood Center, the Renaissance theater, Snow Trails and the Ohio State Reformatory (just to name a few).
For all of the opportunities we might enjoy this summer, it's also important to remember to give back to our community.
Volunteering is one way to help those in need and make the community stronger. It is also incredibly rewarding. Be...
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Outdoor Adventures: Best Places to Canoe and Kayak in North Central Ohio
From kayaks and canoes to less traditional options like tubes and stand up paddle boards, Richland County offers numerous destinations for summertime fun on scenic lakes and rivers.
Photos Courtesy of Mohican Adventures
1. Mohican Adventures, Loudonville
Looking for a fun water activity but lacking proper gear? Mohican Adventures has a variety of watercraft available onsite, including canoes, kayaks, rafts and tubes.
Canoe or kayak down the...
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Take a Summertime Stroll at Kingwood Center Gardens
A big beautiful garden can be the heart of your summertime fun. You can stroll among colorful flowers and listen to birds sing early morning songs. Your family can share a leisurely picnic in the grass or sip lemonade beneath a luxurious shade tree.
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