Throwback 20 years to 1996

The year 2016 is both a birthday for the town of Logan, Ohio, which turns 200, and a birthday for Fox’s Hocking Hills Canoe Livery, which turns 20.  Our Throwback series takes a peek back to those times.

 

It was twenty years ago... 

...when Aaron and Valerie Fox started Hocking Hills Canoe Livery off the porch of the Logan Antique Mall.  With one van and 40 boats they put out their first customers, slogging up and down the muddy banks of the Hocking River while simultaneously erecting the main livery building in the woods behind the Olde Dutch restaurant in Logan, Ohio. 

To most of us this is the most important thing that happened that year, but there are a few other notable events that took place in 1996, such as:

 

 

Fleet expansion

Since 1996, when we started with 32 canoes and 5 kayaks operating off the porch of the Logan Antique Mall we’ve been growing.  Not so much mind you, that when folks get here there still is a good bit of that ole’ family feel to it.   

Our 2014 season was one of the busiest ever.  We saw a few records ‘round here broken.  For the first time, we sold out a string of consecutive Saturdays.  One of those Saturdays set a new bar for most boats put on the river in a single day, at 421. 

How deep is the Hocking River?

Well that depends on how much water is in the Hocking River, as well as where in the river you happen to be when you ask that question! 

Fortunately, the United States Geological Survey provides that answer.  The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) started keeping tabs on how much water is in rivers in 1889.  The first river was the Rio Grande in New Mexico to help determine if there was adequate water for irrigation purposes to encourage new development and western expansion. Since then the program has grown.  The USGS currently operates over 7,000 stream gauging stations nationwide. 

Got Friends?

Of course you do!  Y'all should get together, do something fun.  I know, a canoe trip down the Hocking river may be just the thing!  We offer a group discount for groups of more than 10 adults.    A greater discount is available for groups of more than 20 adults.  We have a covered porch, a large gas grill, and a great place for your crew to gather before or unwind after the trip.  Very nearby is ice cream, antiques, adventure golf and more.

Camping at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery

Camping at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery

There is study after study which all report on the value of outdoor camping together as a family.  It is proven to increase family bonding, improve connectedness to nature, and bring about a more balanced sense of our place in the world. 

For the true outdoor enthusiast, our primitive campsites are tucked among the trees right on the banks of the Hocking River.  There is no electrical or water hookup.  These are primitive sites with a picnic table and fire ring, room to pitch tents and simply enjoy the great outdoors!

We have 12 different camp sites, some perfect for families, some better suited for large groups, some open on the banks of the river, some tucked into a grove a trees. 

The cost has gone up for the 2015 season to $32 per site per night for up to four people and $8 per extra person, with a two night minimum for Friday/Saturday.

Our Camprground Map

Our 4 Camper Cabins offer the perfect blend for those wanting a taste of the great outdoors without sacrificing some of the modern conveniences. 

Each cabin site has:

• Electricity
• One full size bed
• One set of twin bunk beds
• A microwave  
• A mini-fridge  
• A heating / air conditioning unit
• A front porch for some old fashioned “sitting”
• A fire ring & picnic table   
• One parking space (additional parking available nearby)

NOTE: Guests must bring their own bedding. Shower House / restrooms are a short walk. 

Cabins are $70 per night on weekends with a two-night minimum, and $60 during the week

We will be starting to take reservation by phone starting in January!