Moonville Rail Trail Association

06/08/2026

If you were unable to volunteer last Saturday with trail maintenance, but would like to help with trail work, here is another opportunity: SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 10 AM at the Moonville Tunnel. We need 5 or 6 people to walk up to the top of the east parapet and clear brush so we can take the first steps in the planned drainage improvement project. The climb is not terribly challenging, but the path is narrow and quite brushy, and it has rocks and roots. There are a few steep steps up and down. If you think this is something you can do and would like to participate, please RSVP in the comments.
You will need to bring along:
- clippers, loppers, or a saw
- good garden gloves (think multiflora rose)
- insect-proofing for clothing and/or body
- long pants and long sleeves for protection

06/07/2026

A huge shout out to volunteers from Boy Scout Troop 53 and Moonville Rail Trail Association for their work on the trail surface on Saturday! We cleared a 1-mile section of ballast along the Zaleski wetlands so that horses, cyclists, and hikers can experience a much more agreeable surface! Thanks to all who came out to rake!

06/06/2026

FOUND: Cellphone and another device were dropped off at the Hope Schoolhouse near Lake Hope about a week ago. Could have been lost at the school grounds or on the backpack trail or the Moonville trail. Call or text 740-974-9145 to identify. If not claimed, we will turn in to the Vinton Co Sheriff office.

06/04/2026

The Friends of Lake Alma are inviting community members of all ages to celebrate the start of summer at its annual Summer Kick-Off Party on Saturday, June 6, at the Camp Store area. The day-long event promises family-friendly entertainment, games, food, music, and activities designed to bring friend...

06/02/2026

Water Lily Report: We have blooms!

These pink fragrant water lilies are real show stoppers! Although they naturally are white, this cultivar has been blooming here for quite some time. If you are paddling around, note the classic, round leaves and lift one up to see the purple-red tint underneath. They just started last week and will continue to bloom over the next couple of month.

Please keep in mind that although they are beautiful, they are also serve as an important part of the ecosystem as food and shelter for many organisms, so leave them where they are happiest and healthiest: in Lake Hope.

05/31/2026

⏲️ Just 24 HOURS remaining! ⏳
💞 Wildlife inspires us all! We want to see your love of Ohio’s wildlife and creativity in our annual contests, which are open for submissions until May 31, 2026.
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05/30/2026

One week from today! Come out to help us improve the trail surface on a 1-mile stretch near Zaleski. Bring your garden rake and meet us at the trailhead on SR 278 (approximately mile 2.75 on the map below) at 10 am. Snacks will be provided!! Please RSVP in comments.

05/28/2026