Thomas Dambo and the Troll Hunt

Who is Thomas Dambo? Thomas Dambo is a Danish "recycle art activist" and is known for his giant wooden sculptures called trolls, entirely made out of recycled materials. The trolls are installed in various locations in 17 countries and counting. 

We have visited... "The Troll that Hatched an Egg" located in Dayton, Ohio at Aullwood Audubon

The first Troll we met is named Little Bibbi.

We have visited in different seasons, with groups of friends, hiking buddies, and family so to choose photos over the years we have visited was difficult. 

When visiting this park there are two "starting" points. One which starts you here at Little Bibbi and the main Nature Center and store while the other one starts you at Bodil and the farm. My suggestion is, if you have kids, to start at Bodil. You can always use the enticement of seeing the animals and going in the barn to motivate them on the hike back.

Along the trail next to Little Bibbi is also an interactive "nest" sculpture to match these giant Trolls. We were able to see the massive nest, but it is no longer there. These exhibits are not meant to last forever.

The next Troll we met was Bo.

He is one of my favorites because he is sitting back in the woods near a stream. The kids love being able to jump over the water and on the rocks to stand next to him. He is one of the hardest to get a complete picture of, especially with other families and visitors around.

The final Troll we met at this park was Bodil.

The first three things that my boys said about Bodil was, "Look at his butt *hehehe* then, "look mom, I can pick his nose," and "is that explosives?"

Did I mention I have boys?

We do love visiting the Trolls. Next up, Bernheim Kentucky!

Quick facts:

Start at the Nature Center or the Farm

        *Nature Center Entrance 1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton, OH 45414-1129 

        *Farm Discovery Center / Farm Entrance 9101 Frederick Pike, Dayton, OH 45414-1129

Cost: Varies from Free - $12 (see website for more details)

The Troll That Hatched an Egg Trail

Time: about 1.5 HR

Difficulty: Easy, some elevation but there are benches throughout for breaks 

Length: about 2 miles (It is an out and back trail, one mile each way.)