
Special ODNR helpers showed the kids how to use a cane pole and helped bait them with wax worms. Next, we cut the ribbon on the new accessible children’s playground. He followed the bear prints all the way to the giant Smokey the Bear. Then, Grady, 7, and Steve, 9, were ready to head to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Park to do some fishing and kayaking. We looked at all of the food - corn on the cob and turkey legs and funnel cakes and corn dogs - and began planning our culinary treats for the rest of the week. One of our traditions is to stop by Schmidt’s to grab a Bahama Mama and cream puff.

We headed out from the air conditioned Kasich Hall to get some food and see the sights. Mike and I had five of our grandkids with us to enjoy our tour. On Wednesday amidst a few light showers, the Ohio State Fair kicked off with our wonderful All-Ohio State Fair Youth Choir and Marching Band! It was so good to be back! The fairgrounds looked amazing with beautiful flowers everywhere.
