This Saturday is the Summer Solstice. It is the longest day of the year. After that, daylight will become shorter each day. This is the day the snake swallows the sun at The Great Serpent Mound. Located in Adams County just North East of Cincinnati. The Serpent Mound is the largest animal effigy mound in the world. It is believed the ancient Indians used the mound as an astrological clock. Having the snake head pointed where the sun would set at the solstice let them know their growing season days would become shorter. Read more about the traits of the unique location. Above a cliff at the juncture of three streams, three distinct forest types, and three major geological regions. There are unique magnetic properties possibly from traces of iron ore and uranium found in the soil. You have to admire the Indians recognition of traits in nature most people ignore in todays technical world.
Serpent Mound worth a summer visit. The Ohio Historical Society Summer Solstice Sunset Celebration. June 21st 8:00 pm, Guided hike with site manager Keith Bengtson 800-752-2757 $7 per car.
