JANUARY IN THE HOCKING HILLS

It is amazing that the New Year is almost upon us. It feels as though just yesterday we were celebrating Thanksgiving with Chef Anthony's fabulous dinner at the Inn, and already we are a week from Christmas and only two weeks from New Year's Eve.

January is often the month when winter really settles in and people begin to feel the blahs. Well this is not the case in the Hocking Hills. Because the holidays have come and gone is no excuse for not getting out into nature and exploring all that there is to see and experience. Here are a few suggestions.

On January 10th, our own spa manager and massage therapist, Randy Wellman, will lead a Fireside Chat titled Stressbuster Techniques for Beating the Winter Blahs. You won't want to miss this event, taking place around the fireplace of our new Gathering Place.

The very popular 45th Annual Winter Hike is also a definite don't-miss. The 6-mile trek starts and ends at Old Man's Cave and spans The Grandma Gatewood Trail section of the North Country Scenic and America's Discovery Trails. The views are breathtaking, the wildlife is abundant, and the experience is incredible. Make plans to stay the weekend and enjoy the naturalists' programs, games, and refreshments in the Dining Lodge of Hocking Hills State Park on Friday evening.

If you are looking for a more relaxing and informative experience, join us for our Holistic Health Now series. The first session, an Intro to Holistic Healthcare, will take place January 24th and is presented by Mary Jo Ruggieri, Phd, Director of Institute of Holistic Heath Careers' 'Educational Wellness Professionals'. Look for more information in the future - or contact the Inn to register!

There is much taking place this January in the Hocking Hills. Join us as we welcome 2010! We look forward to seeing you!

Ellen and Terry
Innkeepers