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The huge Sand Run Parkway covers over 990 acres of rolling hills, blossoming meadows, sharp ravines and high ridges. Inside this parkway, you’ll see hundreds of native wildlife, from red-tailed hawks to red foxes. Let your own inner animal out as you challenge yourself on the outdoor trails, or work off your extra adrenaline at the well-kept soccer field.

Located in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Hale Farm & Village was originally the homestead of Jonathan Hale in 1825. The current historic property has been developed into a living history museum surrounded by a recreated village called Wheatfield, with first-person narrations, time-frame reenactments and demonstrations about 19th century daily life.

No matter what sport you are interested in, Kent State University Athletics promises a thrilling college game. The Golden Flashes take on rival universities and colleges with 16 varsity teams, including basketball, baseball, football, field hockey, golf, wrestling and gymnastics. Cheer them on and sing along with “Fight on for KSU.”