David Warther Carvings represent one man’s dedication to create a body of artwork for the benefit of the visiting public and his native community.
David Warther’s work is a collection of intricately carved miniatures that depict sailing ships from ancient Egypt, circa 3000 B.C. to modern times. The collection, now numbering over 80 ship carvings, is a highly educational exhibit of maritime history. When on public display, David’s exhibit of carvings has been seen by visitors from around the globe who have been inspired by the striking beauty of his artwork.
Carving from antique ivory and ebony wood, David’s works are designed using blueprints and drawings furnished by maritime scholars and researchers worldwide. Visitors are especially intrigued by the ivory rigging. Each line is made of ivory that has been hand filed to seven thousandths of an inch (.007″) in diameter and then masterfully applied to the ship carving. David developed this hand filing and sanding technique for making “ivory threads” at the age of 13, and has perfected it over the years.
Tappan Lake offers a picturesque drive for visitors along the shoreline, and is a popular site for boating, fishing, and more! Boasting 2,350 acres of water surface, Tappan Lake Park offers over 500 campsites, full and electric hookups.
North of Tuscarawas County Ohio, the Bear Creek Resort Ranch KOA has 100 campsites (full, partial and primitive) in addition to horseback riding, ATV trails, swimming and fishing.
Baylor Beach Park is located north of Tuscarawas County Ohio. They have 60 campsites (water, electric and primitive) in additions to picnic shelters, swimming and miniature golf.
Just outside of Tuscarawas County, Historic Roscoe Village is a = beautifully restored 1830’s canal-era village offering living history tours with costumed interpreters, hands-on activities, quaint shops, casual dining, the Montecello III Canal Boat, and the Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum.
Tucked in the rolling hills of Ohio’s Amish Country, The Farm at Walnut Creek offers a peaceful way to enjoy a taste of life over in Holmes County, Ohio. Experience feeding the exotic animals (our favorite are the giraffes) or simply kick back on the porch of the farm house and watch life happen at a slower pace.
Built on the edge of the six-acre Troyer farm in a secluded and private meadow, this genuine log cabin provides a cozy, rustic experience featuring all of the amenities of home. The cabin sleeps up to two couples and features a Jacuzzi in the loft.
Honey Bee Café embraces community in the heart of Amish country. They are dedicated to serving our customers with healthy, fresh foods and drinks all the while supporting our local farmers and suppliers when possible. For this reason, they have chosen to be open April through mid-November when local produce is at its freshest.
- Tue-Fri: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Located in Sugarcreek, come and enjoy the casual atmosphere at Brick Towne Tavern! It’s your place to watch Ohio State football games! Their hours are:
- Monday-Tuesday: 11am – 12am
- Wednesday-Friday: 11am – 1am
- Saturday: 11:30am – 1am
- Sunday: 12pm – 8:30pm
Kickin’ Kountry is home to good drinks and even better nights! With a 2,000 sq foot dance floor, a nightly DJ, Karaoke and all of your favorite country hits, there’s no better place to hang out!
Stop by the newly renovated Dairy Queen in Bolivar for classic DQ treats!
This Subway restaurant is located inside the Marathon gas station complex off the I-77 Exit 93 in Bolivar.
Sublime Smoke is the place for authentic wood fired BBQ! Offering delicious pulled pork, ribs, chicken and more! Their hours are:
- Tuesday-Saturday: 11am – 9pm
Annually, more than 2.5 million Americans find their way to the iconic 85 mile Towpath Trail running through the heart of the Ohio & Erie Canalway. Whether birding, biking, hiking, running, riding on horseback, taking a canal boat ride, or traveling alongside it by scenic rail — folks find that old-school “travel” along the Towpath Trail adds an undeniable energy to the quality of life in the counties of Cuyahoga, Summit, Stark and Tuscarawas in Northeastern Ohio.
Begin your journey on the Ohio & Erie Canalway Towpath Trail in Bolivar Ohio. The Aqueduct Bridge connects the Stark County trail with the Tuscarawas County trail along the intersection of State Route 212 and Shepler Church Road SW in Bolivar. Once in Tuscarawas County, the road route takes you to Fort Laurens State Memorial – it’s first trailhead! There you will find public restrooms and the start of the limestone trail.
As you cross the bridge over I-77, you will see on your journey numerous remnants of the Canal’s lock system on your way to the next trailhead, Canal Lands Park, in Zoar just off Dover-Zoar Road.
As you continue down the trail, you will eventually reach State Route 800 in Zoarville and can continue through to Camp Tuscazoar’s trails.
Tuscarawas County’s portion accounts for roughly six miles of trail.
Fort Laurens was constructed in 1778 as a stepping stone to the West and a staging area for an attack on Fort Detroit. The American soldiers stationed there were subsequently beset by British and Native American forces and the Fort was abandoned in 1779.
Fort Laurens was the only Revolutionary War fort built in what is now known as Ohio. The State Memorial and the Tomb of the Unknown Patriot of the American Revolution serve to honor the 21 soldiers who died there and the five soldiers unable to be identified.
Currently, no parts of the original fort remain above ground. However, the outline of the fort is still visible and the museum located on site has a wealth of information to offer visitors.
The Canal Street Diner is the perfect place for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Close to the Ohio & Erie Towpath Trail, this restaurant offers a lot for the whole family. Open seven days a week, their hours are:
- Tuesday-Saturday: 7am – 8pm
- Sunday: 8am – 2pm
Hog Heaven Open Flame BBQ is the place for southern BBQ. Folks from near and far venture to a place born Hog Heaven. Ron incorporates his love of food, travel and riding into a place where folks were not only served large portions of delicious pork dishes, but were served friendly smiles, in a fun laid back atmosphere!
- Sunday-Thursday: 11am – 10pm
- Friday-Saturday: 11am – 11pm
Columbia Woodlands is a 400-acre retreat in the heart of nature where guests can enjoy comfort, luxury, and the outdoors! Our cabins are high-end, luxury vacation cabins, featuring many fine furnishings and amenities, and a staff that strives to provide the ultimate guest experience.
Columbia Woodlands offers hiking trails, canoeing and fishing on Many Springs Lake, and wildlife viewing. (Fishing is catch-and-release.) Weather permitting, a golf cart is provided for guests to explore the woodlands.
Located in the foothills of eastern Ohio, Columbia Woodlands is a short distance from Ohio’s Amish Country and approximately 100 miles from Cleveland, Columbus and Pittsburgh. Great for family and friends get-togethers and romantic getaways!
A destination vacation or getaway for the adventurer in you . . .
Dover Road Dari is a locally owned, seasonal ice cream stand in Sugarcreek, Ohio. When the days get long and hot in Summer, stop by Dover Road Dari to cool off!
East of Chicago has your deep-dish and specialty pizza’s in addition to wings and more.
Park Street Pizza offers some of the best pizza in the area using locally sourced, farm-to-fork ingredients! Check out their amazing organic and gluten-free options in addition to their seasonal specialty pizza’s.
“Nothing is more important to us than using the absolute best, freshest ingredients available, and we count ourselves lucky that many of them are grown locally by people we’re proud to call not just our neighbors, but our friends. Our relationships with our producers run deep; without them Park Street Pizza as we know it simply wouldn’t exist. So we’d like to take this opportunity to introduce you to the people behind the pizza. If you’re lucky enough to be in the neighborhood and you happen to see them, thank them for thoughtfully tending the earth, growing awesome food, and helping us make good pizza great.”
