FRIENDS OF PUNDERSON PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS
Flora & Fauna
1st place - Aaron Najfach with "Small mushroom, big forest"
2nd place - Sally Philips with "Trees"
Landscape
1st place - Esther Seminatore with "Golf Course Lake"
2nd place - Aaron Najfach with "Off the Marina"
Camp life
1st place - Esther Seminatore with "Sparkle Fun Run"
2nd place - Esther Seminatore with "Volunteer's with Paws"
Photo Contest Information and Rules (PDF)
WEEKLY EVENTS
PUNDERSON DISC GOLF SATURDAYS - WEEKLY 2PM
2012 EVENTS
"PUNDERSON CLASSIC" DOG SLED RACES
As of 2/21/2012 per the Siberian Husky Club website
DISC GOLF "ICE BOWL"
2011 EVENTS
"PUNDERSON CLASSIC" DOG SLED RACES CANCELLED
DISC GOLF "ICE BOWL" - WAS SATURDAY, JANUARY 29th
KID'S TROUT FISHING DERBY - WAS SATURDAY, APRIL 16th
CAMPGROUND ICE CREAM SOCIALS -
ENDED SATURDAY, AUGUST 13th
CHRISTMAS IN JULY - WAS SATURDAY, JULY 16th
FALL FESTIVAL - WAS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8th
PUNDERSON HUCK-N-CHUCK - OCTOBER 22nd Registration ends: 3:30pm for 4pm & 7:30pm rounds
PREVIOUS EVENTS
FALL FESTIVAL - Was Saturday, October 8th, 2011
Fall Festival Page
ICE CREAM SOCIALS - SUMMER, 2011
The Friends of Punderson would like to extend our appreciation and thanks to all those who attended our Ice cream Socials throughout the summer. The proceeds have been used for projects within the park such as the flower gardens, street signs, disc golf course expansion, and with the help of Hess Engineering of Newbury we will be renovating the Amphitheater. A special thanks goes out to Friends of Punderson member Beverly Fischbach for running the Socials and coming up with all the "Weekly Specials", like her "Dirt & Worms Sundae", and the other members who helped during the summer. Again, thanks to all who attended the Socials. Your patronage is greatly appreciated.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY - Was Saturday, July 16th, 2011
Several campers participated in our 1st annual "Christmas in July" event. "Christmas Day" was a balmy 85o. The best decorated campsite and winner of 1 night of free camping was site #32 decorated by Logan, Morganne, & Megan Standley. There was a children's Christmas craft activity at the Nature Center and the day's Ice Cream Social featured a "Candy Cane Ice Cream Sundae" both of which were well attended. The proceeds from the Socials are used to fund events and provide park improvements throughout the year. The Friends of Punderson group is looking forward to having the second annual "Christmas in July" next year.
Christmas in July (PDF)
KID'S TROUT FISHING DERBY - Was Saturday, April 16th, 2011
There were about 80 hearty fishermen who braved the cold and yes even some snow to have some fun at the Annual Fishing Derby. There were many prizes given away thanks to all the sponsors. They are: Punderson State Park, ODNR, Great Lakes Outdoor Supply, Burton-Middlefield Rotary, Xanterra Parks and Resorts, and Friends of Punderson State Park.
Fishing Derby (PDF)
DISC GOLF "ICE BOWL" - Was Saturday, January 29th, 2011
Ice Bowl Page
PUNDERSON CLASSIC - Was Saturday, Jan 9th & Sunday Jan 10th, 2010
The 2011 race was cancelled
PARK CLEANUP - Was May 22nd, 2010
17 Girl Scouts dodged rain drops and donated their time and effort to help in the Park Cleanup. Overall they collected about 10 full bags of trash from the 200 campsites in the Park. Thanks girls for your time and efforts.
NATURE CENTER DEDICATION - Was June 26th, 2010
The weather was just beautiful for the 100 or so people that attended the William B. Cleveland Nature Center Dedication. It has been many years of hard work by the Park staff and Friends of Punderson volunteers to build and equip the facility but all the hard work paid off in the end. Park visitors can now enjoy a leisurely drive through the Park on the many historically named roads as they make their way to the William B. Cleveland Nature Center. The dedication and determination of Bill Cleveland along with all the hard work of the many volunteers has made this day possible. A detailed history of Punderson State Park can be obtained by visiting our History web page. The people of Ohio, the Park staff, and the Friends of Punderson extend our deepest appreciation to the Cleveland and Coppedge families for their efforts in preserving the land that is now Punderson State Park. Nature Center Dedication (PDF)
For a complete schedule of other outdoor events in Ohio visit:
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The Friends of Punderson congratulate the winners
and wish to take this time to thank all who participated. Thanks again.
Punderson Disc Golf Saturdays (PDF)
Rescheduled for: Saturday, February 25th & Sunday, February 26th 2012
Punderson Classic Page
THE RACE HAS BEEN CANCELLED - NO SNOW
Saturday, January 28th 2012
Registration 9am-10:15am ---- Players meeting 10:30am ---- Tee off 11am
Disc Golf Ice Bowl Page
Punderson Classic Page
Disc Golf Page
Fishing Derby (PDF)
Fall Festival Page
Disc Golf Huck-N-Chuck Flyer 2011 (PDF)
The sunny 78º day was perfect for the 300 or so people that attended our family oriented Fall Festival. The proceeds from this event will be used throughout the park to make your visit here more enjoyable.
Many thanks to: The Geauga Bowman's Association (Jim LaBant), Andy Morrison (Disc Golf), Nick & Sam Fischbach, and Monica McKinley (Hayride), Marcie Reiter & Bev Fischbach (Haunted Nature Center), Marty Shelnutt (Cookie Decorating), Missy Wholf (Face Painting), Deb Standley (Nail Painting & Crafts), Sherry Morrison (Games Supervision), Punderson State Park and Staff for their time and donations.
The Punderson Classic Sled Dog Race is scheduled for SATURDAY, JANUARY 9, 2010 @ 10:00 AM and SUNDAY, JANUARY 10, 2010 @ 10:00 AM. (Alternate dates Feb 27 & 28 or Mar 6 & 7). The race will be held at Punderson State Park, Rt 87 in Newbury, OH. Further information and race entry forms are available by using the
2010 Punderson Classic race information and entry forms (PDF). If you are interested in finding out what is happening in the greater Cleveland area please feel free to contact
The Siberian Husky Club of Greater Cleveland. They are the place to go to find local information about Sled Dog clubs, races, events, and other tidbits.
You can also visit
Sled Dog Central for news, information, and race results on a world wide basis or visit the
2010 Punderson Classic Page
Friends of Punderson member
Don Pizmoht and his 6 dog team
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