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Cougarbats mountain biking team takes on terrain
Athens County Cougarbats mountain biking team builds outdoor skills and community for sixth- through 12-graders.
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Photo gallery: Creek Jam
The JiMiller Band and Rural Action teamed up to present Creek Jam, a benefit concert to support tree planting efforts in local watersheds.
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Birds-eye view: Southeast Ohio’s beautiful birds
This photo essay from Southeast Ohio Magazine captures the beauty and grace of several local bird species.
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Trail maintenance ensures sustainable access to nature, Baileys
Caring for trails requires ongoing effort and collaboration, with volunteers playing a key role in keeping the trails safe and accessible.
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New trail construction projects kick off for Baileys
The new trails near Buchtel will bring the trail system to “near completion.”
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Forum promotes the creation of an Athens County Park District
Athens County residents listened to presentations from Ohio park district officials and local organizations promoting the creation of a county park district.
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ODNR names Raccoon Creek as Southeast Ohio’s first scenic river
The move reflects the waterway’s transformation from a polluted, dead stream to a thriving home for fish and macroinvertebrates — and a destination for recreational paddlers.
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New veterans support organization takes to the hills
Boots on the Trail offers ecotherapy and camaraderie for Athens County veterans.
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Mobility access improvements coming to Strouds Run
Strouds Run State Park will add a ramp to the beach, a kayak launch, playground and updated restrooms thanks to mobility access advocates.
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Athens to allow deer hunting on select properties
A select number of bow hunters will be allowed to harvest deer from 13 different city properties as part of an effort to control the local deer population.