Audubon Wetlands Preserve — Attraction in Montgomery Township

I was in Ashland for the first time and selected this preserve after eating lunch to walk with a friend. Negatives: no restrooms; lots of poison ivy, even within trail areas; loud highway noise on a large portion of the trail; mosquitoes and deer flies (although that is to be expected at this time of year). Positives: the perimeter trail was surprisingly long; kiosk at parking lot showed a trail map; trails mostly mowed and well maintained; nice wood bridge at the beginning; nice...

This is a hidden gem closely located by our hotel. First off, this is a natural park with native Ohio plants and wildlife. We spotted snapping turtles, turkey vultures, and an eagle! The cattails weren’t in season nor were the mosquitoes. They have a great shelter with three picnic tables that overlook the wetlands. If you’re grabbing food off I-71, skip eating in the car and go here for...

The animals were very nice and accommodating. There’s a nice bench that’s hidden and picturesque, perfect for creating the unplanned pregnancy of your heart’s content. Oh no, I’ve said too much. I shall name the child Beaver, which you can see in the video I attached.

And oh yeah, god help you if you cross the bridge an hour before sunset. The...