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Every March, Carroll County residents look forward to the return of the official county bird, the Eastern Bluebird. The excitement surrounding this annual event is due to the fact this very special bird brings such joy to the observer. Sporting a sky blue back and a reddish earth tone breast, the bluebird has become a well known symbol of happiness as well as the subject of countless songs and poems.
The precious birds are so loved that the North American Bluebird Society (NABS) was formed to support and protect the bluebird as it may delight future generations. One of the most important jobs of this non-profit group is to monitor and maintain more than 15,000 nest boxes in the United States and Canada as well as to educate and train bluebird volunteers.
Through the continuing efforts of all of us, Carroll County can continue to welcome home this special bird each spring.
The Seasons of Carroll County
A Visit to Carroll County
Spring has arrived in Carroll County and the official county bird, the Eastern Bluebird, has arrived to scout out the perfect nesting box built just for them, the daffodil, The official county flower, splashes the countryside with a bright, cheery yellow, the dogwood add a beautiful white throughout the hills while the Buckeye tree, the official tree for the State of Ohio, begins to show its unique leaf.
The rolling countryside of Carroll County, in the foothills of the Appalachians, is now a lush green where farm animals are nestled among the hills with roaming Buffalo and pastures of Alpacas.
We are proud of our recreational facilities at Atwood and Leesville lakes featuring boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. We offer three golf courses at Atwood Lake Resort Golf Course, Great Trails, and Carroll Meadows. Atwood Lake Resort is the perfect place for relaxation and fun or choose the Days Inn in Carrollton with 40 oversized rooms, a pool, hot tub, and banquet/meeting facilities, or try Whispering Pines Bed & Breakfast overlooking Atwood Lake or The Cabin at GlenKing Bed & Breakfast perfect for celebrations or getaways.
By far, the biggest event is the 4-H, FFA Carroll County fair, the first in Ohio. Through the youth participation in 4-H and FFA they develop leadership citizenship and life skills. The fair also boasts a livestock sale, entertainment, midway rides, animals, 4-H competitions, tractor pulls, and of course delicious fair food.
The farmers market opens on Saturdays, May through November, at Ponderosa Steakhouse parking lot.
The Village of Carrollton is a sample of small town U.S.A. with the town square surrounded by the Court House, historical McCook House Museum , an old fashioned 5&10 store, antique, crafts and toy stores.
At just one half mile from town is Bluebird Farm featuring 55 acres with a century old farm house restaurant, gift shop, toy museum, many gardens, an amphitheater. At the Bluebird Amphitheater, the Carroll County Arts Center host summer events for adults and children.
The county also offers the C.A.S.T. community theater, three fall festivals; The Algonquin Mill Festival, Great Trail Festival, and Atwood area Fall Festival with reenactments, music, crafts, traditional foods, and other activities.
The town square participates in the harvest season with an annual Scarecrow contest.
Christmas in Carroll County includes the annual Bluebird Farm Christmas Tea held the Monday before Thanksgiving, the Carroll County Commission for the Advancement of the Arts (CCCAA) Open House and Tour of Homes along with Christmas Tree decorating contest.
Best of all, the people of Carrollton are here to welcome you and help make your visit a memorable event.
P.S. Visit Stone Gate Manor an Authentic Gothic English Manor House.
-Joyce Hannon at Bluebird Farm |
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