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Your sweet tooth won't have to wait too long to be satisfied when you pay a visit to Boyd's Retro Candy. Relive the thrill of what it was like to marvel at all the sweets in a candy shop, much like the ones you may remember from your childhood. Boyd's specializes in carrying sweet treats that you thought didn't exist anymore. Some of the popular retro varieties here include Flying Saucers and Curly Wurlies, just to name a couple. There are the old reliable ones like Good & Plenty and Juicy Fruits. This is one of those places where no matter what your age, you will feel like a kid again!

The Toledo Botanical Garden is a benchmark against which similar gardens are measured throughout the country, and with good reason. This is considered to be one of the pioneering gardens because of its dramatically beautiful visual and natural presentation. Fragrant meadows of sunflowers and wildflowers, rose gardens, herb gardens and sharply manicured walkways make spending time here something special for the entire family. Also, the kids will especially love visiting the recreated pioneer garden which many consider to be one of the site's main attractions.

If you are looking for a truly exhilarating hiking experience, choose the Oak Openings Hiking Trail. This is highly regarded as one of the best long hikes in the Toledo area. As its name obviously states, the recreation trail stretches out for seventeen miles and offers a spectacular selection of wildlife and foliage to enjoy on your trek.

In a world where energy seems to be a premium commodity, it is no wonder that many companies are taking great strides to make a concerted effort to conserve. One leader in that movement is the Owens Corning Company, a worldwide company that manufactures building materials that are key components in energy efficiency. The company's headquarters are located in Toledo and whether you are a fan of science, technology or just have a natural curiosity, taking a tour of this facility will shed plenty of light on the importance of energy and how the company's products play a vital role in its conservation. Call ahead to arrange a tour for yourself or for your group.