Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this book. It has everything you need to know about the total eclipse in Ohio on April 8, 2024.
A total eclipse passing through the United States is a rare event. The last US total eclipse was in 2017. It traveled from Oregon to South Carolina. The last American total eclipse prior to that was in 1979!
The next total eclipse over the US will not be until April 8, 2024. It will pass over Texas, the Midwest, and on to Maine. After that, the next coast-to-coast total eclipse will be in 2045.
Its imperative to make travel plans early. You will be amazed at the number of people swarming to the total eclipse path. Some might say watching a partial versus a total eclipse is a similar experience. Its not.
This book is written for Ohio visitors and anyone else viewing the eclipse. You will find general planning, viewing, and photography information inside. Should you travel to the eclipse path in Ohio in April, be prepared for an epic trip. The estimates based on the 2017 eclipse suggest that millions will converge on Ohio.
Some hotels in the communities and cities along the path of totality in Ohio have already been contacted by people to make reservations. Finding lodging along the eclipse path may be a major challenge.
Resources will be stretched far beyond the normal limits. Think gas lines from the late 1970s. It may be likely that traffic along highways will come to a complete standstill during this event. Be prepared with backup supplies.
Many smaller Ohio towns are far from any major city. Ohio country roads can be slow. Please obey posted speed limits for the safety of everyone. Be cautious about believing a map applications estimate of travel time in Ohio.
People in communities along the path of the total eclipse may rent out properties for this event. With this major celestial spectacle in the spring of 2024, be assured that Ohio hasnt seen anything yet.
Is this to say to avoid Ohio or other areas during the eclipse? Not at all! This guidebook provides ideas for interesting, alternative, and memorable locations to see the eclipse. It will be too late to rush to a better spot once the eclipse begins. Law enforcement will be out to help drivers reconsider speeding.
Please be patient and careful. There will be a large rush of people from all over the world, converging on Ohio to enjoy the total eclipse. Be mindful of other drivers on eclipse weekend, as they may not be familiar with Ohio roads.
You should feel compelled to play hooky on April 8. Ask for the day off. Take your kids out of school. Theyll be adults before the next chance to see a total eclipse over America. Create family memories that will last a lifetime. Sastrugi Press does not normally advocate skipping school or work. Make an exception because this is too big an event to miss.
Wherever you plan to be along the total eclipse path, leave early and remember your eclipse glasses. People from all around the planet will converge on Ohio. Be good to your fellow humans and be safe. We all want to enjoy this spectacular show.
Visit www.sastrugipress.com/eclipse for the latest updates for this state eclipse book series.
A UTHOR I NFORMATION
Polar explorer and motivational speaker Aaron Linsdaus first book, Antarctic Tears, is an emotional journey into the heart of Antarctica. He ate two sticks of butter every day to survive. Aaron coughed up blood early in the expedition and struggled with equipment failures. Despite the endless difficulties, he set a world record for surviving the longest solo expedition to the South Pole.
Aaron teaches how to build resilience to overcome adversity by managing attitude. He shares his techniques for overcoming adrenaline burnout and constant overload. He inspires audiences to face their challenges with a new perspective. As a motivational speaker, Aaron talks about courage, resilience, attitude, safety, and risk. He hopes that you will be inspired and have an enjoyable time watching the total eclipse in Ohio.
Visit his websites at www.aaronlinsdau.com or www.ncexped.com.
All About Ohio
O VERVIEW OF O HIO
The state of Ohio has a strong tourism industry and is a significant player in the history of the United States. Visitors spend over $35 billion annually in the state. Ohios visionaries have created some of the best tourist attractions in the country. Perhaps one of the most well-known attractions is the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens. The Gardens themselves will be in full bloom in April during the total eclipse. Some of the featured flowers are the tulips and daffodils. The photographic possibilities are endless. The zoo itself was founded in 1875, making it the second-oldest zoo in America.
Ohio was important to the history of the country long before it became a state. Evidence of Paleo-Indians has been found from over 11,000 years BC. It was the frontier before America was founded, the forefront of the fur trade between the French and American traders with the indigenous people. After the Civil War, Ohio became one of the central hubs for industrial jobs.
Ohios statehood is a source of historical contention. President Jefferson signed the act of Congress on February 19, 1803, to approve Ohios constitution and boundaries. However, Congress deemed the official date as the same as the state of Louisiana, and neither became official states until 1812. President Eisenhower ended the argument on August 7, 1953. He signed a law to set the date as March 1, 1803.
A historical site that tourists should visit in April is the National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus. Visitors can pay respects to the countrys veterans before or after the eclipse. Note that Columbus is outside the total eclipse path, so sights should be seen on a separate day. Cincinnati is also outside the total eclipse path. Either city is an excellent starting point to drive north for the eclipse.
The state is the home of some of the most notable public figureheads in the history of the country. Neil Armstrong, Thomas Edison, President James Garfield, and Annie Oakley are but a few of the notable Americans who called Ohio home.
Harriet Beecher Stowe, who wrote the influential Uncle Toms Cabin, resided in Cincinnati. This home, dubbed the Harriet Beecher Stowe House, is open to visitors. Stop here to catch a glimpse of a residence used for the underground railroad.
Dayton may be the most aerial location to watch the eclipse from. It is home to the National Museum of the United States Airforce and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Both are well connected to flight and space travel, making them a fun place to experience the total eclipse. You can even ride roller coasters during the total eclipse at Cedar Point near Sandusky.