2009CarrollCountyVisitorsGuide 2009CarrollCountyVisitorsGuide : Page 2
Nestled in the hills of Appalachia, Carroll County residents look to the future as they honor the past. Visitors and locals alike explore Carroll County’s unique attractions including the McCook House, Ashton House Museum, Bluebird Farm, and Minerva and Malvern Historical Societies. Atwood and Leesville lakes are paradise to boaters and fishermen, and invite many to enjoy the splendors of Carroll County. Whether relaxing at a bed and breakfast, resort or cooking over the camp fire, visitors can relax and recharge in Carroll County. Music, encampments and crafts highlight the Great Trail Festival, Algonquin Mill Festival and Atwood Fall Festival, drawing huge crowds each year. Families enjoy a variety of Carroll County festivals throughout the year. The Carroll County Arts Center provides entertainment through the summer at the Bluebird Amphitheater, while visitors can feast their eyes on art of all styles in the center itself. Those who live in Carroll County enjoy the small-town charm and the friendly atmosphere found here. The county has been named the safest county in the United States by Progressive Farmer for three years in a row. Welcome to Carroll County to visit, to stay and to live. A place where History is revered. Yesterday is treasured. Tomorrow awaits.
Carroll County
Nestled in the hills of Appalachia, Carroll County residents look to the future as they honor the past.<br /> <br /> Visitors and locals alike explore Carroll County’s unique attractions including the McCook House, Ashton House Museum, Bluebird Farm, and Minerva and Malvern Historical Societies. Atwood and Leesville lakes are paradise to boaters and fishermen, and invite many to enjoy the splendors of Carroll County. Whether relaxing at a bed and breakfast, resort or cooking over the camp fire, visitors can relax and recharge in Carroll County.<br /> <br /> Music, encampments and crafts highlight the Great Trail Festival, Algonquin Mill Festival and Atwood Fall Festival, drawing huge crowds each year. Families enjoy a variety of Carroll County festivals throughout the year.<br /> <br /> The Carroll County Arts Center provides entertainment through the summer at the Bluebird Amphitheater, while visitors can feast their eyes on art of all styles in the center itself.<br /> <br /> Those who live in Carroll County enjoy the small-town charm and the friendly atmosphere found here. The county has been named the safest county in the United States by Progressive Farmer for three years in a row.<br /> <br /> Off the Beaten Path Rolling countryside, scenic byways and natural beauty await visitors to Carroll County, Ohio. This scenic area, situated in the foothills of the Appalachians, is dotted with family farms, recreational lakes, hardwood forests, campgrounds, golf courses, public parks, museums and quaint shops.<br /> <br /> History Lesson Carroll County was founded in 1833, in honor of Charles Carroll, the last surviving signer of the Declaration of Independence. The county consists of 393 square miles in East Central Ohio and has approximately 29,000 residents.<br /> <br /> Residents of Distinction Spring heralds the return of favorite things, including the official flower – the daffodil – and the county bird, the Eastern Bluebird. Sporting a sky blue back and a reddish earth tone breast, the bluebird has become a well known symbol of happiness.<br /> <br /> Agriculture is the primary industry. We are home to several buffalo herds, a number of alpaca farms and traditional farms.<br /> <br /> The biggest segment of the industry is conifer tree production, followed by dairy farms and beef cattle operations. There is a weekly farmers’ market every Saturday morning, May to November. All products are grown, produced or made in Carroll County.<br /> <br /> Visit Us Soon!<br /> <br /> Discover opportunities for fishing, hiking, hunting, boating, swimming, shopping, learning and reminiscing. Meet friendly folks who continue to plan for the future with an inherent respect for the past.
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