Shawnee State Park Storybook Trail
Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz celebrated the launch of Ohio’s newest Storybook Trail, now open at the Shawnee State Park Ohio River property in Scioto County.
“Today’s newest Storybook Trail is a great addition that many families will be able to take advantage of this summer. The outdoor trail offers a fun and educational experience for families to enjoy together.”
ODNR, in partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, launched the Storybook Trail program in 2019 to promote the importance of literacy, a healthy lifestyle, and connecting with nature.
“We are thrilled to add a Storybook Trail to this newly designed riverfront area for guests of all ages to enjoy,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “Our Storybook Trails encourage families to explore the outdoors together, so we knew right away that the Shawnee Ohio River property was the perfect spot for them to make those new memories.”
This Storybook Trail features the book Brother Eagle, Sister Sky, which shares a lesson about the importance of respecting the earth, animals, and nature. The book is illustrated by Susan Jeffers.
A full list of ODNR’s Storybook Trails, as well as similar trails located at parks and library districts across the state, can be found at ohiodnr.gov.
