This site honors the memory of David Berger, an American citizen who was one
of 11 Israeli athletes killed at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany.
David had no expectations of winning a medal but joined the Israeli
weightlifting team to realize his dream - a dream which ended tragically. The
Memorial is dedicated to his memory and the memory of the ten other athletes.

This site honors the memory of David Berger, an American citizen who was one of 11 Israeli athletes killed at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany. David had no expectations of winning a medal but joined the Israeli weightlifting team to realize his dream - a dream which ended tragically. The Memorial is dedicated to his memory and the memory of the ten other athletes.

The memorial sculpture depict five broken Olympic rings.

Sculpture

David Berger National Memorial

A front porch can serve many purposes. For some, it is a place to enjoy the
breeze on a warm summer night. For others, a perch from which to keep eyes on
what's happening in their neighborhood. In 1880, James Garfield used his front
porch as a platform to greet thousands of well-wishers during his presidential
campaign. Today, the porch serves as a gateway to the story of the Garfield
family.

A front porch can serve many purposes. For some, it is a place to enjoy the breeze on a warm summer night. For others, a perch from which to keep eyes on what's happening in their neighborhood. In 1880, James Garfield used his front porch as a platform to greet thousands of well-wishers during his presidential campaign. Today, the porch serves as a gateway to the story of the Garfield family.

The front porch of James Garfield's home was the scene of the first front porch campaign. The presidential candidate gave patriotic speeches and met with thousands of people who came to which him well during the summer and fall of 1880.

The Front Porch, Garfield Home

Thousands to visitors came to this front porch to hear presidential candidate James A. Garfield speak in 1880.

James A. Garfield National Historic Site

Mrs. Garfield constructed a beautiful addition to the Garfield home following the President's assassination in 1881. These 9 rooms contain the first Presidential Memorial Library,  including the a fireproof vault which once contained Garfield's papers.

Library addition, north side

A friendly greeting awaits visitors who enter the Visitor Center. This historic building, constructed in 1894, serves as bookstore, exhibit gallery and auditorium where the park film is shown. Tickets for tours of the Garfield home are also available her

Visitor Center, Main Entrance

The Visitor Center occupies the original carriage house, built in 1894.

Visitor Center

Mrs. Garfield was known for her artistic talent, which softly blankets the interior of the Garfield home. In particular, the dining room boasts two tiles which were hand-painted by Mrs. Garfield, surround by others done by her children.

Hand-painted Fireplace Tile, Garfield Dining Room

James A Garfield National Historic Site

Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga
Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants
and wildlife, and provides routes of discovery for visitors. The winding
Cuyahoga River gives way to deep forests, rolling hills, and open farmlands.
Walk or ride the Towpath Trail to follow the historic route of the Ohio & Erie
Canal.

Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discovery for visitors. The winding Cuyahoga River gives way to deep forests, rolling hills, and open farmlands. Walk or ride the Towpath Trail to follow the historic route of the Ohio & Erie Canal.

## Overview

Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a destination for millions of visitors each
year who enjoy hiking, riding the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad , biking and
picnicking.  
  
  
  
Whether you need an area large enough for a family reunion or just an intimate
spot for two, Cuyahoga Valley is an ideal destination. Picnic areas are
scattered throughout the park. Two rustic shelters, Ledges and Octagon, are
available for reservation in the Virginia Kendall Unit of Cuyahoga Valley
National Park.

## Recreation

With many different facilities and attractions in the park, there is something
to interest everyone. Most shelter areas have open fields for games and nearby
hiking trails.Visitors enjoy riding the scenic railroad, exploring the visitor
centers, catching one of the summer concerts, attending one of the ranger-
guided programs, biking the Towpath Trail or picnicking in one of the park's
picnic shelters.

## Facilities

Cuyahoga Valley's two shelters are fully-accessible. The Civilian Conservation
Corps constructed them with American chestnut and locally quarried sandstone.
The shelters are located near Ritchie Ledges, an area with approximately 2
miles of Sharon conglomerate stone cliffs about 30 feet (9m) tall. A large
play field and hiking trails are available near each shelter.  
  
  
  
**Ledges Shelter** accommodates up to 75 people. It has two fireplaces and
eight picnic tables inside, as well as eight tables in the outside pavilion
and a large grill.  
  
  
  
**Octagon Shelter** accommodates up to 50 people. During the summer months its
walls are removed; they are in place from October 15 to May 14. Seven indoor
picnic tables, two fireplaces and an outdoor grill are provided.  
  
  
  
Both shelters have electricity for normal two-pronged household appliances
such as coffee pots and crock pots. Drinking water is available at a drinking
fountain from May 1 to September 15. Restrooms with flush toilets are
available year-round.

## Natural Features

The Cuyahoga River flows through the park for 22 miles (35 km), fed by more
than 190 miles (306 km) of perennial (permanent) and ephemeral (temporary)
streams. The Beaver Marsh and other wetlands, many lined with cattails and
dense patches of duckweed, provide a home for many of the park's reptiles and
amphibians and help filter pollutants from the water.

## Nearby Attractions

Visit Brandywine Falls, the historic Boston Store Visitor Center, Ritchie
Ledges, the Beaver Marsh and the Everett Road Covered Bridge. These are some
of the more popular attractions in the park.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations more that 14 days before arrival will receive a refund minus a
$10 cancellation fee. Cancellations less than 14 days out will forfeit the
entire fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a destination for millions of visitors each year who enjoy hiking, riding the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/cuva/getinvolved/cuyahoga-valley-scenic-railroad.htm" rel="nofollow">Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad</a> , biking and picnicking. <br><br><br><br>Whether you need an area large enough for a family reunion or just an intimate spot for two, Cuyahoga Valley is an ideal destination. Picnic areas are scattered throughout the park. Two rustic shelters, Ledges and Octagon, are available for reservation in the Virginia Kendall Unit of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
With many different facilities and attractions in the park, there is something to interest everyone. Most shelter areas have open fields for games and nearby hiking trails.Visitors enjoy riding the scenic railroad, exploring the visitor centers, catching one of the summer concerts, attending one of the ranger-guided programs, biking the Towpath Trail or picnicking in one of the park's picnic shelters.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Cuyahoga Valley's two shelters are fully-accessible. The Civilian Conservation Corps constructed them with American chestnut and locally quarried sandstone. The shelters are located near Ritchie Ledges, an area with approximately 2 miles of Sharon conglomerate stone cliffs about 30 feet (9m) tall. A large play field and hiking trails are available near each shelter.<br><br><br><br><strong>Ledges Shelter</strong> accommodates up to 75 people. It has two fireplaces and eight picnic tables inside, as well as eight tables in the outside pavilion and a large grill.  <br><br><br><br><strong>Octagon Shelter</strong> accommodates up to 50 people. During the summer months its walls are removed; they are in place from October 15 to May 14. Seven indoor picnic tables, two fireplaces and an outdoor grill are provided.<br><br><br><br>Both shelters have electricity for normal two-pronged household appliances such as coffee pots and crock pots. Drinking water is available at a drinking fountain from May 1 to September 15. Restrooms with flush toilets are available year-round.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Cuyahoga River flows through the park for 22 miles (35 km), fed by more than 190 miles (306 km) of perennial (permanent) and ephemeral (temporary) streams. The Beaver Marsh and other wetlands, many lined with cattails and dense patches of duckweed, provide a home for many of the park's reptiles and amphibians and help filter pollutants from the water.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visit Brandywine Falls, the historic Boston Store Visitor Center, Ritchie Ledges, the Beaver Marsh and the Everett Road Covered Bridge. These are some of the more popular attractions in the park.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations more that 14 days before arrival will receive a refund minus a $10 cancellation fee. Cancellations less than 14 days out will forfeit the entire fee. </p>

Fees are $80.00 to $110.00. Payment in full will be charged to your credit
card upon completion of the reservation.

A sunset as seen from the Ledges Overlook on the Ledges Trail.

Ledges Overlook Sunset

The Octagon Shelter entrnace

The Octagon Shelter in fall

Visitors seated at a picnic table at the Ledges

CUYAHOGA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK PICNIC SHELTERS

The Ledges shelter in late summer

The Ledges Shelter covered in snow. The shelter is reservable year-round.

Hikers look at the high rock walls at the Ledges

A park visitor and her dog enjoy the Ledges overlook

Ledges Walkway in Summer

Ledges Shelter

Visitors explore the Ledges

Octagon Shelter Exterior

A small staircase on the Ledges trail surrounded by rocks

Ledges Trail

Octagon Shelter

Icicles on a rock overhang on the Ledges trail.

Winter at the Ledges

The Pine Grove trailhead kiosk, accessed from the Octagon parking area.

Pine Grove Trailhead

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Picnic Shelters

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Blue Hen Falls is one of dozens of waterfalls in the Cuyahoga Valley.

Blue Hen Falls

A group of kayaks passing a rocky beach on the Cuyahoga River in summer.

Kayakers on the Cuyahoga River

Visitors taking in the view at the Ledges Overlook in fall.

The Ledges Overlook in Fall

CVSR Engine 6777 motors down the tracks.

The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

Brandywine Falls viewed from the upper boardwalk.

Brandywine Falls Viewed from the Upper Boardwalk

Visitors watch a lock demonstration at Canal Exploration Center.

Lock 38 and Canal Exploration Center

Anytime of day or night there is some wildlife at the Beaver Marsh to capture your attention.

Sunset at the Beaver Marsh

Many park visitors ride the scenic excursion trail through the valley or take advantage of the Bike Aboard option to ride one way with their bike.

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad in Peninsula

One of Cuyahoga Valley's most popular trails, the Ledges Trail proved glimpses of great color and rock formations throughout the year.

David Berger National Memorial

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