McArthur, Ohio
Upcoming Events in McArthur Ohio
April
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Lake Hope Wildflower Walk
- This 1.5 mile walk along Old Hollow Trail identifies wildflowers and discusses local folklore. Bring the family or come by yourself to usher in Spring. Address: Lake Hope State Park, State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |
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Lake Hope Easter Egg Hunt
- Kids can search for prize-filled eggs and families can participate in "egg-citing" games at one of Ohio's favorite state parks! Address: Lake Hope State Park, State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |
May
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Youth Fishing Tournament at Lake Hope State Park
- Meet at the parking lot below the dam. For kids ages 1 to 16. Adults must be present with each child. Trophy presentation and cookout to follow. For info call (740) 596-5253. Address: Lake Hope State Park, 27331 State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |
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Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival
- Watch the streets of downtown McArthur come alive with food, music, and fun for the whole family during Vinton County's Wild Turkey Festival. The festival includes activities such as great nightly entertainment on the sound stage, carnival rides and games, a car show, a quilt show, and queen and baby contests. Past performers have included entertainers like Neil McCoy, Eden's Edge, Randy Moore and the Fabulous Suedes, and Confederate Railroad. The festival opens on the first Thursday evening in May and runs through the following Sunday afternoon. The Grand Parade is always held at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and is followed by the crowning of the Wild Turkey Festival Queen. Find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wildturkeyfestival/ Address: Downtown McArthur , McArthur, Ohio |
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Spring Migration Bird Walk at Lake Hope State Park
- Meet at the Hope Furnace parking area and enjoy a leisurely hike to greet our colorful spring migrants. Some binoculars will be provided. For info call (740) 596-5253. Address: 27331 State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |
July
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Zaleski Flint Knap-In at Lake Hope State Park
- Come see stone implements created through primitive methods, along with demonstrations and sales of arrowheads and other primitive tools. For more informatin, please call (740) 596-5253. Address: Lake Hope State Park, 27331 State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |
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Vinton County Athletic Booster's 4th of July Celebration
- This is a festival that is held every year to raise money for our high school athletes. At this festival there is food, live entertainment, Little Miss and Miss Vinton County pageant, spectacular fireworks display, and many more exciting things to enjoy with your family! Address: Old Vinton County High School , McArthur, Ohio |
October
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Horse-Drawn Hayrides at Lake Hope State Park
- Come to Lake Hope and enjoy the clippity-clop of the horses' hooves as you take in the beautiful fall colors. Continuous 20 minute rides begin at the Nature Center. Address: Lake Hope State Park, 27331 State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |
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Annual Fall Hike at Lake Hope State Park
- Meet at the Lake Hope shelterhouse to begin your 3-mile hike along the scenic shores of Lake Hope with a cup of sassafras tea and finish with a delicious bean and cornbread dinner at Hope Furnace. Shuttles return hikers to their vehicles. For more information, please call (740) 596-5253. Address: Lake Hope State Park, 27331 State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |
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ROAR Day at Lake Hope State Park
- Come to Lake Hope and visit the dining lodge, nature center and Hope School where guests will be celebrating "Rural Ohio Appalachia Revisited" through crafts, music and food. Decorate your cottage or campsite and celebrate Appalachian Halloween at the nature center. For more information, please call (740) 596-5253. Address: Lake Hope State Park, 27331 State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |
December
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Holiday Trail of Lights at Lake Hope State Park
- Come to the Lake Hope Nature Center and hike forest trails decorated with light displays. Enjoy extra activities on weekends! For more information, please call (740) 596-3030. Address: Lake Hope State Park, 27331 State Route 278 , McArthur, Ohio |