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7 Things To Do This Spring Break

Just because you aren't going to the beach, doesn't mean you can't do something fun.

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Spring Break is slowly creeping up, and you might not have plans yet or can't afford that trip down to Florida. Here are some alternate ideas for those who at stuck in the great state of Ohio for their week off.

1. Explore the Ohio Caverns in West Liberty, OH. Located about 30 miles North of Springfield, they offer a variety of tours during the winter months from 10 am - 4 pm. On the tours you will get to see more, and learn more about this natural wonder. After you finish your tour you aren't too far from Markin Farms where you can zip through the tree tops!

(Ohio Caverns)

2. If you are looking for a greater sense of adventure, you can head over to Start Skydiving located in Middletown, OH. Here you will be able to jump out of an airplane (with the help of a professional) and get a birds eye view of the world below you.

3. Hocking Hills is located in Logan, OH and offers a variety of activities go its visitors. While there you are able to visit Old Man's Cave, one of their most popular areas connecting three of the park's areas on its six mile course. You can also check out a cave on the southernmost area of Hocking Hills. Ash Cave claims the title as the largest recess cave in the state. Stay for a day, or rent a cabin, or even pitch a tent. Hocking Hills has something for everyone from their trails, to canoeing to ziplining.

(Old Man's Cave)

4. If you're itching to get out of Ohio, but aren't able to commit to more than a day trip, take a quick trip up to Michigan, and visit Ann Arbor where you will find lots of little local shops, museums, parks and gardens. Here you will also find the University of Michigan main campus. (Go Bucks!)

5. If you want to get out of Ohio, and are able to commit to a couple days, catch the train or bus over to Chicago. Here you can get some of the best pizza the US has to offer, take a selfie at The Bean and shop until you drop on the Magnificent Mile. Chicago does not have a shortage of attractions to keep you busy during your visit.

6. Head to Mansfield, OH where you can walk the same hall's as history's most infamous prisoners at the Ohio State Reformatory. Here you can find beautiful architecture and maybe even some paranormal activity. Immerse yourself into the foundation that formed The Shawshank Redemption. While you are in Mansfield, you can even check out Richland Carrousel Park and grab a meal in a train car at the Buckeye Express Diner!

(inside the Ohio State Reformatory)

7. Hit up some great shopping. From Tanger Outlets, to Polaris to Easton, Columbus does not have a shortage of shopping, and it's never to early to start working on your summer wardrobe.

So instead sitting around all week, living vicariously through the Instagram pictures of those in Florida, go exploring in your home state, or somewhere near by. You never know what you might find.

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