Covered Bridge Tawawa Park (Winter)

The William Ross Covered Bridge in Tawawa Park in Sidney Ohio is one of my favorite subjects to photograph when I am in the park. The bridge was dedicated in 1971 and closely resembles several covered bridges constructed in Central Ohio by bridge designer, Rueben L. Partridge (1823-1900).

To get this picture I had to venture out in the cold, single digits no less. Surprisingly I was not the only lunatic out and about on such a cold morning. I ran into three people out walking their dogs. BURRRRRRR

Eldean Covered Bridge

Spanning 224 feet over the Miami River the Eldean Covered Bridge in Troy is one of the longest covered bridges in Ohio and the nation.



According to the Historical Marker the bridge was constructed in 1860 and restored in 2005/2006.

Fletcher Covered Bridge and Neighborhood Finds

Fletcher is located just east of Piqua on State Route 36. It's a small community of just over 500 people. I was invited there to give a talk on photography to the local 4H Club. I arrived early so I could look around and take some pictures. My first stop was the local landmark, Fletcher Covered Bridge.



I still had some time to kill so I took a quick stroll. I was delighted to find this historical vehicle and driver still looking for the parade.



I thought that was my find for the day until I came across this pair of Guard Dogs.



Landmarks are an important part of any community but it's the little things that help define it. I'd say that the town of Fletcher has a nice covered bridge and a great sense of humor.

Sidney's Covered Bridge

The official name is William Ross Covered Bridge. The bridge was dedicated in 1971 and is located in Tawawa Park in Sidney, the county seat of Shelby County. As you can imagine it is one of the parks most photographed landmarks. The bridge spans Tawawa Creek and is open to foot and motor traffic. The bridge resembles several covered bridges constructed in Central Ohio by pioneer bridge designer and builder, Rueben L. Partridge (1823-1900).