Beauty Abounds at Holden Arboretum in Kirtland, OH

Next time you are searching for a family activity, lace up those sneakers, pack a picnic and prepare to take in the beauty of nature at the Holden Arboretum in Kirtland, OH.

I recently was seeking an inexpensive and enjoyable, outside activity to do with my husband and children on my birthday. My search revealed Holden Arboretum.

Admission to the various garden collections and walking trails that make up Holden Arboretum is $6 an adult, or $5 an adult when you show your AAA card. Admission is free for children 5-years-old and younger and $3 for children ages 6-12.

The grounds offer gorgeous plants and flowers for viewing; several trails for hiking; numerous ponds; picnic areas; a gift shop and more. We spent the majority of our time exploring the breathtaking Butterfly Garden.

My children had an amazing time walking around and smelling the flowers.

I love that all the vegetation is labeled. I even got a few ideas for my own flower beds!

The Holden Arboretum offers a plethora of programs all year long. For a complete list visit: http://www.holdenarb.org/home/. Guided tours and tram rides also are available. We enjoyed simply making our own way around the grounds. It was a fun little adventure for our family!

The Holden Arboretum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at 9500 Sperry Road, Kirtland, OH.

Emily

Emily, a freelance journalist, is the proud mom of five children, ages 4 to 12. She and her husband have been married 14 years, moving to the Akron area for employment 11 years ago. Although both originally from Pennsylvania, the couple fell in love with Ohio and are proud to call the state “home.” Emily and her family – also including a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel pup and a Holland Lop bunny – now reside in the Hartville area. She and her family love going on adventures, game nights, reading together and exploring and playing in their big backyard. Emily likes lending a hand at her church and children’s school. She enjoys family time, Bible studies, bargain shopping, trying new recipes, exercising and beach vacations!