The Holden Arboretum

Today I walked the Gnome exihibit at Holden Arboretum in Kirtland, Ohio.  The exhibit of life size gnomes pulled me in and made for a long enjoyable stroll.  The trails were fairly easy to follow and soon I found myself at the Blueberry pond.  A young boy had just pulled a baby snapping turtle from the pond and was closely examining him in his net.  The boys mom quickly made him release the baby turtle and it scampered off into the pond to wash the dusty gravel from his back; but not before I was able to snap him!

I strolled along the paths to see so many flowers, plants and trees that my camera battery finally gave up. The Gnome exhibit is a fun trail for kids and parents who can keep up. It was fairly easy to walk, for an old woman like me. They do have a riding tour for those who would rather take it easy. This gnome will greet you at the entrance.  If his foot looks a little wet, well the park allows dogs.  A young couple had their dog there just before I snapped this photo.  Imagine their dismay when they looked down to see Fido releaving himself on the gnome.  They quickly looked around to see who might be looking and made a run for it. 

Overall this was a great trip and I would highly recommend as an inexpensive day trip in Ohio.