Spring is just northeast of serpent mound. After the mound once you cross Busch creek the first house on the right on 73. There is a spout coming up out of a cement basin that it pours into. It does appear to be in someone’s front yard but I’ve never had any issues and it seems open to the public. Also, a local who has lived near it their whole life told me about it.
Have been drinking from this spring for over 40 years, known as the fountain of youth locally, I know the folks who own the land, their family has owned the plot for over 100 years, the only water they drink and cook with comes from this spring. a few years back they were told they needed to have the water certified as safe or stop providing it to the public, they were able to get enough donations from the tip jar to have it tested and it came back pristine (I knew it would). I hope they continue to offer their water for many generations to come. If you find yourself near Oregonia bring a water bottle and visit this landmark!
We recently moved to Wheelersburg, OH. I visited this spring last week and got some water. It tastes great!! When I checked with a TDS meter the reading was 250.. do you know of any springs near Portsmouth area. Thanks
I filled ten and a half gallons from this spring yesterday, it’s already down to seven and a half 😉 I will be back again and again, and don’t forget to visit the Serpent Mound just up the hill. Oh, and one more thing about this spring it is along the Buckeye Trail, so you thru hikers and hikers alike can stop and get yourselves a cold drink!
Been drinking this a dozen years, great water! It is on private property, respect it. Someone broke the stainless tube off the outlet a few years ago and now it runs thru a piece of rubber hose instead. Fact about this spring is it is right across the street from the 2003 Serpent Mound Crop Circle (google it)
Filled up some jugs on today, beautiful little spot & very grateful the owners of the property have a wooden path to cross a muddy divot. Very easy to find on the side of the road just short of the Serpent Effigy, has plenty of room to park the car on the side of the road while filling up. Little tidbit that I thought was rather interesting was that where the spring is located is in the crater left by a meteorite that hit the earth about 256 million years ago, a 4 something mile radius nonetheless! Happy drinking! 🙂 (PS: will update my review with test results shortly
Was there today .
No trespassing signs posted all along white fence. Anyone know what’s happened?
Just started getting water from here a few months ago. Going to miss this.
I visited this spring last week and got some water. It tastes great!! When I checked with a TDS meter the reading was 250.. is that a high reading. Thanks
Drinking pure spring water is one of the most important things we can do for our health. Our bodies are over 99% water at the molecular level, so water affects every aspect of our biology. Yet, not all water is created equal. Almost all the bottled spring water available is pasteurized for shelf stability, which neutralizes many of the powerful health benefits such as increased hydrogen, healthy probiotics, and crystalline structure. For more about why unprocessed spring water is the best water to drink, read this.
The best way to guarantee you are getting real unprocessed spring water is to collect it yourself. This is a short and simple guide filled with information about how to gather spring water. We will cover how to find a spring, how to collect the water, how to honor the spring, how to store the water properly and other tips.
FindASpring.org is the best resource for locating a spring near you. However, not all springs are on the map. First, check the map to see if there is a spring in your local area. If there is, look at the reviews and comments. Has anyone shared helpful information about flow rate or posted a water test result? Is the spring in a pristine area? Do a bit of research and make sure the spring is safe to drink from. If you have any doubt about the purity, don’t risk it and get a water test, HERE. If you don’t see a spring on the map in your area, there still might be some that aren’t listed yet. First, ask the older generation who have lived in your area a long time if they know. You can also ask people in your community who might already get spring water such as people at a health food store or at a farmers market. Another great option is to view A US forest service map, where many springs have been marked. You can view these maps through the Gaia GPS or All Trails hiking apps on your phone. The map overlay you want is USGS Topo. Not all are easily accessible or ideal for drinking, but some are and it can be a fun adventure to find them. We have found over half a dozen great springs this way.
Once you’ve found your spring, figure out how you are going to gather the water. Is it right on the side of the road and easy to access or do you have to hike to it? We recommend storing spring water in glass instead of plastic to preserve the purity of the water. It is better for the environment, your body, and the water. Even BPA free plastic has toxic chemicals that can leach into water and cause health issues. If you do want to use plastic for safety reasons when filling at the spring, we recommend transferring the water to glass as soon as possible. FindASpring is sponsored by Alive Waters, which offers beautiful reusable glass. They have a 2.5 gallon option, which is a convenient size for carrying that isn’t too heavy. They also sell handles that you can use to transport the jugs even more easily. If you have to hike to access the spring, we recommend putting the water jugs into an extra large backpack to hike the water out with ease. We use Osprey packs that hold 2 jugs each. You can also use a wheelbarrow or even a stroller depending on how easy a walk it is.
When you get to the spring, remember to first give back before you take. Springs are considered sacred in indigenous cultures around the world for their life giving water and also as a connection to the inner earth. A powerful and simple way to give back is to clean up. Is there any trash that needs to be collected? Could you move any dead leaves or sticks to improve the flow rate? Show up in service. Some other wonderful ways to give is with a moment of expressing verbal gratitude, singing songs to the water, offering the water an ethically sourced crystal, a feather, or some other physical gift. Flowers are a popular and beautiful thing to offer, but please be careful to source organic ones as most flowers from the store are sprayed with pesticides and can be toxic to put near a spring. Also, flowers can attract bugs as they decay, so it can be best to offer them to the flowing water directly or a little downstream from the spring head.
When gathering the water, fill the jug as close to the spring head as possible, never gather downstream. Be very careful as wet glass is extremely slippery. Make sure the lid is securely fastened. When transporting the spring water home, the jugs can sometimes slide around the car. Secure them in place or wrap them with towels or something so they don’t crash into each other.
How you store your spring water is essential. It is not pasteurized like spring water from the store, so it will start growing algae if left in direct sunlight. This is good because it means it’s alive! If the water you drink can’t even support the most basic life forms, how do you think it will support your body? Store your water in a cool, dark place such as a dark corner, pantry or closet. The fridge is ideal if you have room. Some people prefer to filter their water through a Berkey filter before drinking, but if the spring is pure, it’s not necessary. We drink our spring water completely unfiltered.
How long the water stays good for depends on how cold a temperature it’s stored at. Spring water is best fresh. We personally do not prefer to drink spring water past 2 weeks old. However, we know other people that will drink it at a month old. It’s great to get in a rhythm where you know how long the water lasts you and put your collection day on the calendar in advance.
I believe that water is calling us to reconnect with her in the deepest way, to gather our own water. Just like our ancestors did. Our ancestors didn’t have fancy water machines. They also didn’t create villages or settle where there was no water. Water was revered as the center of the community and the nodal point around which life could spiral out and take root.
Here’s to restoring the sacred connection with the waters of life.
Written by Dakota Chanel. Water Priestess and Ceremonialist. DakotaChanel.com
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Have been drinking from this spring for over 40 years, known as the fountain of youth locally, I know the folks who own the land, their family has owned the plot for over 100 years, the only water they drink and cook with comes from this spring. a few years back they were told they needed to have the water certified as safe or stop providing it to the public, they were able to get enough donations from the tip jar to have it tested and it came back pristine (I knew it would). I hope they continue to offer their water for many generations to come. If you find yourself near Oregonia bring a water bottle and visit this landmark!
We recently moved to Wheelersburg, OH. I visited this spring last week and got some water. It tastes great!! When I checked with a TDS meter the reading was 250.. do you know of any springs near Portsmouth area. Thanks
Awesome! I like this!
I filled ten and a half gallons from this spring yesterday, it’s already down to seven and a half 😉 I will be back again and again, and don’t forget to visit the Serpent Mound just up the hill. Oh, and one more thing about this spring it is along the Buckeye Trail, so you thru hikers and hikers alike can stop and get yourselves a cold drink!
Been drinking this a dozen years, great water! It is on private property, respect it. Someone broke the stainless tube off the outlet a few years ago and now it runs thru a piece of rubber hose instead. Fact about this spring is it is right across the street from the 2003 Serpent Mound Crop Circle (google it)
I appreciate this spring so much. we are so lucky to have something like this! Thank you from the bottom of my heart anyone who put money in that jar.
Love it here. Water tastes crisp and filling. Only downside is it is a slow stream so may take a long time to fill your bottle
Filled up some jugs on today, beautiful little spot & very grateful the owners of the property have a wooden path to cross a muddy divot. Very easy to find on the side of the road just short of the Serpent Effigy, has plenty of room to park the car on the side of the road while filling up. Little tidbit that I thought was rather interesting was that where the spring is located is in the crater left by a meteorite that hit the earth about 256 million years ago, a 4 something mile radius nonetheless! Happy drinking! 🙂 (PS: will update my review with test results shortly
Was there today .
No trespassing signs posted all along white fence. Anyone know what’s happened?
Just started getting water from here a few months ago. Going to miss this.
I visited this spring last week and got some water. It tastes great!! When I checked with a TDS meter the reading was 250.. is that a high reading. Thanks
I live in West Portsmouth, Ohio. Would love to visit this Spring. I think its not too far from where I live.
Do you know of any springs near Portsmouth. We recently moved to the area. Thanks