When:
September 21, 2024 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
2024-09-21T16:00:00-04:00
2024-09-21T17:30:00-04:00

Irish Canal Workers, 1890s

Saturday, September 21, 2024
4:00-5:30 p.m.

Locks of the Ohio Canal

Lockville Canal Park
5895 Pickerington Rd
Carroll, OH  43112

Before the Ohio Canal, Ohio was the poorest state in the nation. By 1840, Ohio was the third richest! One reason was that farmers could now get their produce as far as New York!

We will walk to each of the locks in the park – Locks 11, 12, and 13. As the massive block walls tower above us, we will imagine how such a large boat could navigate between them with only inches to spare and learn of the dangers that presented. See a slip shovel and learn how it was used.

Where to Meet
Picnic Shelter

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REMINDERS

What to Bring
Bring your own drinking water. Potable water is not available at this location. Depending on weather conditions and the time of year, you may want to bring sunscreen and/or insect repellent.

Pets
Pets are welcome in Lockville Canal Park.  They must be under control at all times and on a leash no longer than 6’. For the health and safety of all, pick up and properly dispose of pets’ waste.

Restrooms
There are no restrooms at this location.

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