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Mammoth Cave

Area Travel Guide


2010

GATEWAY TO MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK


MAMMOTH CAVE AREA TRAVEL GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS

TITLE PAGE

1. Visitors Centers 5

2. Tourist Information 6-7

3. Caves & Cave Tours 8


a. Mammoth Cave National Park 9-14
b. Mammoth Cave Tours 15-19
c. Onyx Cave 20
d. Outlaw Cave 21
e. Hidden River Cave 22-26
f. Kentucky Caverns 27-28
g. Cub Run Cave 29-30
h. Diamond Caverns 31
i. Lost River Cave 32-33

4. Theme Parks 34
a. Big Mike¶s Mystery House 35
b. Cave Country Go Carts 36
c. Dinosaur World 37-38
d. Guntown Mountain 39
e. Ky Action Park & Jesse James Stables 40
f. Jesse James Mini Golf 41
g. Ky. Down Under & Ky. Caverns 42-43
h. Beech Bend Park 44

5. Water Activities 45
a. Mammoth Cave Canoe & Kayak 46
b. Green River Canoeing 47
c. Ridgetop Pay Lake 48
d. Yogi Bear¶s Jellystone Park Waterslide 49
e. Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe & Kayak 50
f. Barren River Resort State Park 51
g. Nolin Lake State Park 52

6. Golf 53
a. Cave Valley Golf Club at Park Mammoth 54
b. Diamond Caverns Golf 55
c. Fox Hollow Golf Course 56-57
d. Barren River Lake State Park Golf 58-59
e. Shady Hollow Golf Course 60

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7. Museums 61
a. Floyd Collins Museum 62-63
b. Mammoth Cave Wax Museum & Village 64
c. Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum 65
d. American Cave Museum & Hidden River Cave 66
e. South Central Kentucky Cultural Center 67
f. Hart County Historical Museum 68
g. Shaker Museum at South Union 69-71
h. Historic Railpark Train Museum 72-73
i. National Corvette Museum 74-75
j. Corvette Assembly Plant Tour Guidelines 76
k. Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia 77-79

8. Theater & Theatre 80


a. Kentucky Repertory Theatre 81-83
b. Marquee Highland 8 Cinemas 84
c. The Plaza Theatre 85-87

9. Horseback Riding 88
a. Jesse James Riding Stables 89
b. Barren River State Park Horseback Riding 90
c. Double J Stables & Horseman¶s Camp 91
d. Mammoth Cave Horse Camp 92-94

10. Campgrounds & RV Parks 95


a. Cave Country RV Campground 96-97
b. Yogi Bear¶s Jellystone Park 98-99
c. Jesse James Campground 100
d. Mammoth Cave Adventures & Campground 101
e. The Oakes Motel & Campground 102-103
f. Singing Hills RV Park & Campground 104-105
g. Diamond Caverns Campground 106-107
h. Mammoth Cave National Park Campgrounds 108-112
i. Mammoth Cave Horse Camp 113-115
j. KOA Campground 116

11. Resorts 117


a. Diamond Caverns Resort & Golf 118
b. Park Mammoth Resort & Rockcastle Shooting 119-120

12. Lodging & Accommodations 121


a. Hotels & Motels 121-123
b. Bed & Breakfasts 124-125
• Country Girl at Heart Farm B&B 126-128

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13. Dining 129
a. Family Style & Sit Down Restaurant 129-130
b. Fast Food 131-132

14. Shopping & Antiques 133-136

15. Events 137-138

16. Cave City Welcome Center 139

17. Cave City Convention Center 140-141

18. Sample Itineraries 142-144

19. Kentucky Bourbon Trail 145-150

20. Children¶s Activity Section 151-159

21. Kentucky and Mammoth Cave Area Trivia 160-163

22. Humor 164

23. Southern Kentucky Recipes 165-186

24. Solutions to Children¶s Puzzles 187-190

25. Travel Notes 191-195

26. Churches / ATMs / Emergency Numbers 196

27. Kentucky & local alcohol policies 197-201

28. Attraction Phone Numbers & Websites 202

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VISITOR CENTERS
Franklin Welcome Center I-65, Mile Marker 0
Phone: 270-586-6292

Simpson County Welcome Center I-65, exit 2


Phone: 270-586-3040 or 866-531-2040

Bowling Green Are Convention & Visitors Bureau I-65, exit 22


Phone: 270-782-0800 or 800-326-7465

National Corvette Museum I-65, exit 28


Phone: 270-781-7973 or 800-53-VETTE

Mammoth Cave Area Welcome Center I-65, exit 53


Phone: 270-773-5159

Kentucky Down Under I-65, exit 58


Phone: 270-786-2634 or 800-762-2869

Hart County Tourist Information Centers I-65, Mile Marker 60


Phone: 270-218-0386 or 800-762-2869

Munfordville Welcome Center I-65, exit 65


Phone: 270-524-4752 or 888-686-3673

Elizabethtown Welcome Center I-65, exit 94


Phone: 270-765-2175

Bullitt County Welcome Center I-65, Mile Marker 114


Phone: 502-543-5900

Shepherdsville Welcome Center I-65, exit 117


Phone: 502-543-4889

MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK


For information and reservations:
www.nps.gov/maca

Cave Tour Information 270-758-2180


Cave Tours Reservations 877-444-6777
Cancel or Change Reservation 888-448-1474

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TOURIST INFORMATION

Bardstown ± Nelson County Tourism & Convention Commission


502-348-4877 / 800-638-4877
www.visitbardstown.com

Bowling Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau


270-782-0800 / 800-326-7465
www.visitbgky.com

Cave City Tourist & Convention Commission


270-773-3131 / 800-346-8908
www.cavecity.com

Edmonson County Tourist & Convention Commission


800-624-8687
www.cavesandlake.com

Edmonton-Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce


270-432-3222
www.metcalfechamber.com

Elizabethtown Tourism & Convention Bureau


270-765-2175 / 800-437-0092
www.touretown.com

Glasgow-Barren County Tourist & Convention Commission


800-264-3161
www.visitglasgowbarren.com

Hart County Tourist Commission


270-218-386 / 800-762-2869
www.kygetaway.com

Lexington Convention & Visitors Bureau


859-244-7706 / 800-845-3959
www.visitlex.com

Logan County Tourist & Convention Commission


270-726-1678
www.visitlogancounty.net

Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau


502-584-2121 / 800-626-5646
www.GoToLouisville.com

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TOURIST INFORMATION

Morgantown ± Butler County Tourist Commission


270-526-6827

Monroe County Tourism Commission


270-487-1314
www.monroecountyky.com

Munfordville Tourism Commission


270-524-4752 / 888-686-3673
www.visitmunfordville.com

Radcliff ± Ft. Knox Tourism Commission


270-352-1204 / 800-334-7540
www.radclifftourism.org

Scottsville ± Allen County Chamber of Commerce


270-237-4782
www.scottsvilleky.info

Shepherdsville ± Bullitt County Tourist & Convention Commission


502-543-8687 / 800-526-2068
www.travelbullitt.com

Simpson County Tourism Commission


270-586-3040 / 866-531-2040
www.franklinky.com

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CAVES

CAVE CITY

Crystal Onyx Cave Cave Closed

Onyx Cave (Guntown Mountain) 270-773-3530

Outlaw Cave (Kentucky Action Park) 270-773-2560


800-798-0560

MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK

Mammoth Cave 270-758-2180

MCNP Reservations 877-444-6777

Cancel or Change Reservations 888-448-1474

HORSE CAVE

Hidden River Cave 270-786-1466

Kentucky Caverns (Kentucky Down Under) 270-786-2634


800-762-2869

CUB RUN

Cub Run Cave & Restaurant 270-524-1444


Gift Shop 270-524-1443

PARK CITY

Diamond Caverns Cave 270-749-2233

BOWLING GREEN

Lost River Cave 270-393-0077


866-274-2283

* Note - Please dress accordingly for cave tours with comfortable walking shoes and
light sweater, sweatshirt, or jacket. Temperatures in cave range from 48 to 54 degrees
Fahrenheit and combined with changes in humidity and personal temperature preferences
may be cooler or cold to different individuals taking tours.

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Mammoth Cave National Park
CONTACT INFORMATION

Visitors Information
One Mammoth Cave Parkway
P.O. Box 7
Mammoth Cave, KY. 42259
Phone: 270-758-2180
www.nps.gov/maca/
GPS Coordinates: N37 11 13.2¶ | W086 06 4.3¶

WHEN TO COME

Mammoth Cave National Park is open daily, with tours offered every day except
December 25, but tour schedules vary from season to season. Summer is the busiest
season, especially around July 4, but certain times in the spring and fall can also be very
busy. You¶ll find less hubbub in the winter season, but fewer tours are offered. Fees are
charged for cave tours. Certain cave tours may require special clothing or equipment.
Visitor Center hours also vary through the year. Contact the park for cave tour
descriptions, schedules, and information on surface activities and special events.
Remember, caves are warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

GETTING HERE

By Air: The nearest major airports are in Louisville and in Nashville, each about 1 ½
hours¶ drive.

From the North: Take Interstate 65 to Exit 53 (Cave City Exit). Turn right onto KY-70.
Follow 70/255 as it becomes the Mammoth Cave Parkway in the park. Follow the
Mammoth Cave Parkway to the Visitor Center.

From the South: Take Interstate 65 to Exit 48 (Park City Exit). Turn left onto KY-255
and follow 255 as it becomes the Park City Road into the park. Follow Park City Road
until it joins the Mammoth Cave Parkway; turn left. Follow the Mammoth Cave
Parkway to the Visitor Center.

GPS:
If you¶re equipped with in-car GPS, the Visitor Center coordinates are:

37 11 13.2N 86 06 4.3W

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GETTING AROUND

There is no public transportation in the park. Although the cave tours and most services
are centered around the park¶s Visitor Center area, you should plan on driving to various
locations in the park, or to services outside the park.

Green River bisects Mammoth Cave National Park, and can be crossed within the park
via Green River Ferry or Houchins Ferry ± two of the few operating rural ferries in
America. Green River Ferry operates year-round, 6:00 am ± 9:55 pm. Houchins Ferry
operates March ± November, 10:15 am ± 6:00 pm.

Ferry operations are subject to changing river levels. You may call the Ferry Hotline at
(270) 758-2166 for current information.

RESERVATIONS

Reserve a tour before you visit (not required but strongly advised). Cave tours can and do
sell out. Summer days, holidays, and all weekends are busy. Make advance reservations
so you can plan ahead to enjoy the tour of your choice. Cave tours, campsites, and
selected picnic shelters are available by reservation. Reservations are strongly
recommended for cave tours at any time of the year, and for other facilities during the
busy summer season.

By Phone: 877-444-6777
TDD (hearing impaired): 877-833-6777
Online: Recreation.gov

Call Center Hours: 9:00 am ± 9:00 pm Central Time daily

Cancellation: Cancellation fees apply. Call 888-448-1474 for more information.

Prices: Current tour, campsite and picnic shelter prices are available online through the
reservation system or at: www.nps.gov/maca/planyourvisit/feesandreservations.htm

Interested in a second cave tour? A $3 second-tour discount may apply to Historic,


New Entrance, Frozen Niagara, and Mammoth Passage tours. This discount applies
only to sameday walk up sales and is not available through the reservation service.
Call Park information (270) 758-2180 for availability.

For complete, official Mammoth Cave National Park information, go online:


www.nps.gov/maca/planyourvisit/

Or, call the park¶s official information line: 270-758-2180.

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SMART TRAVEL TIPS

• A jacket or sweatshirt ± the cave¶s interior is around 54 degrees Fahrenheit all


year.
• Comfortable shoes for walking. Also, some cave tours require boots.
• A flashlight, for walking on the surface after dark.
• Sunscreen, if you¶re visiting from late spring to early fall.
• Insect repellant. Be sure that the one you choose is effective against ticks and
chiggers.

Pets
Mammoth Cave Hotel (270-758-2225) has a pet kennel with fees by the hour or day.
Only service animals are permitted in the cave. Pets left in parked vehicles may be
removed by park personnel because vehicle temperatures may threaten the animals¶ lives.
Pets must be on a leash at all times.

Traveling with Children


If your children are very young, consider taking a shorter orientation tour. Children
under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Strollers are not allowed in the cave. Some
cave passages are too narrow or low for backpack carriers, and small heads can be
injured. Some tours have restroom facilities; others do not. Ask for details.

What Can I take into the Cave?


Photography is permitted, but tripods are not. Flashlights are welcome on all tours except
lantern tours but may not be used during tour stops. Respect other people. Don¶t shine
light in their eyes in the dimly lit cave. Also prohibited in the cave are: all weapons
(firearms, knives, sharp instruments, pepper spray, mace), backpacks, luggage, purses,
strollers, backpack child carriers, and camera bags.

Clothing and Footgear


Wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots with good soles. No sandals or bare feet. A light
jacket is recommended; cave temperatures range from freezing to around 60 degrees
Fahrenheit. In winter, dress warmly.

Cave Tour Safety


Most cave tours are strenuous and require stooping and walking over uneven trails. All
tours require walking up and down steps. You must stay with your tour and on cave
trails. Smoking is prohibited in the cave. Children must stay with parents, and everyone
must stay on defined tours trails. Do not write on cave walls or collect cave rocks as
souvenirs. Use handrails where available. Walk at a comfortable, steady pace. No
running, please.

Accessibility Information
The park is unable to provide access to the cave for visitors in wheelchairs. The Frozen
Niagara Tour may be accessible for visitors with canes and walkers. For details on
accessible surface trails, camping, and accommodations call 270-758-2180.

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ABOUT MAMMOTH CAVE

ABOVE AND BELOW: ONE ECOSYSTEM LINKED BY WATER

Beneath the sandstone and shale ridges of Mammoth Cave National Park lies the most
extensive cave system on Earth. After 4,000 years of intermittent exploration, the full
extent of this water-formed labyrinth remains unknown. With over 365 miles of
surveyed passageways, Mammoth Cave is over twice as long as any known cave. How
long might it be? Geologists think there could be 600 miles of yet undiscovered
passageways.

This vast cave system holds one of the world¶s most diverse cave ecosystems. About 130
forms of life can be found in Mammoth Cave. Most are quite small. Some use the cave
only as a haven, while others are such specialized cave dwellers that they can live
nowhere else. All depend on energy from the surface. Life in the cave is not separate
from the rest of the park¶s natural communities. It is an extension of the larger biological
whole, whose diversity and abundance are preserved in this place. To tour the cave and
not explore the park¶s surface trails and waterways is to gain but half of the total picture
here.

The rugged, forested hill country of Mammoth Cave National Park is sanctuary to an
array of wildlife. Deer and wild turkey frequently feed near roadsides, and 60 miles of
park hiking trails provide access to the diverse life of the eastern hardwood forest. The
Green River further enhances the variety of scenery and habitat. Running 27 miles
through the park, the Green River is one of North America¶s most biologically diverse
rivers. This abundance has drawn humans to this region for nearly 10,000 years.

Prehistoric peoples explored 10 or more miles of Mammoth Cave 4,000 years ago.
Archeological evidence shows that these early cavers collected crystals and other salts in
the cave. Cave exploration ceased 2,000 years ago, not to resume until the cave was
rediscovered in 1798.

Mammoth Cave played an important role at the very start of American tourism. As an
attraction, the cave predates all national parks. Publicized in the War of 1812, the
³mammoth´ cave of Kentucky became an attraction by 1816. With the early scenic
national parks, Mammoth Cave helped define our national identity in the 1800s, when a
young United States sought status among world powers. Despite industrial and military
might, we lacked the ancient places and cultural antiquities that Europe offered.
Wonders of nature were our greatest treasures. Big was beautiful: Mammoth Cave,
Grand Canyon, and Giant Sequoia. These superlatives still live up to what Ralph Waldo
Emerson once called ³the brag´ about them.

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A World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve
Mammoth Cave was authorized as a national park in 1926 and fully established in 1941.
Only 40 miles of passageway had been mapped then. As surveying techniques improved,
great strides were made in describing and understanding the cave system¶s overwhelming
extent. Several park caves were shown to be connected, and we now know the cave
system extends well beyond the national park boundary. The park was named a World
Heritage Site in 1981 and became the core area of an International Biosphere Reserve in
1990. With its 53,000 surface acres and underlying cave ecosystem, Mammoth Cave
National Park is an international treasure.

But national park status and international recognition do not guarantee the continued
protection and integrity of the natural systems of Mammoth Cave National Park. The
park is not a self-contained system. Research shows that the cave and resident
ecosystems are parts of regional groundwater basins in the much larger Green River
basin. Groundwater inputs originate far beyond the park boundary, and under high-water
conditions the water quality is seriously degraded. Air quality studies detect ozone at
concentrations that can damage vegetation. To preserve these world class cave, forest,
and riverine ecosystems for future generations, we must work together to protect the
region¶s air and watersheds.

Cave Formation

Limestone underlies the Mammoth Cave region. As rainwater infiltrates the soil, it picks
up small amounts of carbon dioxide gas. Carbon dioxide reacts with the water to form a
weak carbonic acid, making the groundwater mildly acidic. Like most major caves,
Mammoth Cave was formed by the slow dissolution of limestone by groundwater.
Animals living in the cave depend on the quantity and quality of this water.

Eroded limestone landscapes ± called karst topography ± are typified by the Mammoth
Cave area. Sediments of a shallow sea covering this region 350 million years ago formed
the limestone, as highly soluble layers over a 70-million-year period.

Over time, as groundwater dissolves the limestone, it forms underground streams. These
streams converge, as surface streams do, and create Mammoth Cave¶s underground
rivers. Over Mammoth Cave¶s geologic history the Green River, the region¶s master
stream, has carved deeply and entrenched itself in its valley. Cave streams responded by
creating younger, lower routes and abandoning older and higher channels, creating a
network of cave passages. At depths of up to 450 feet below the surface, cave streams
are still forming passages today.

As the cave formed, many aquatic species from surface waters slowly adapted to cave
habitats. Several evolved as the specialized animals now found in cave streams. These
cave biological communities are parts of a nutrient-poor ecosystem that needs excellent
water quality to survive.

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The geological character that creates Mammoth Cave also threatens the cave¶s ecology
today. Rainwater-turned-groundwater flows readily through the cave¶s aquatic habitats,
but so do pollutants like human waste, agricultural runoff, hazardous spills on roadways,
and oil and gas drilling wastes. These are easily washed into cave streams.

Because most of the cave¶s groundwater originates beyond the park, the Biosphere
Reserve boundary encompasses Mammoth Cave¶s watershed. Today the park and its
neighbors work together through the Biosphere Reserve Program to help better protect
the cave while promoting environmentally sustainable agricultural, industrial, and
business practices outside the park.

Human Use of the Cave and its Resources

Stephen Bishop was a self-educated enslaved person who became a legendary cave guide
and explorer. He began guiding visitors at age 17 in 1838. He was the first person to
explore many miles of the vast cave.

Amateur caver Floyd Collins drew national media attention in 1925, pinned for days by a
boulder in Sand Cave. He died before rescuers could free him. The publicity played a
role in Mammoth Cave being made a national park in 1926.

Over 10,000 years ago Paleo-Indians hunted animals in the Green River valley near
Mammoth Cave. From 4,000 to 2,000 years ago, Late Archaic and Early Woodland
Indians explored and mined minerals from Mammoth and other caves. Artifacts these
earliest explorers left ± including cane reed torches they used to light their way into
distant parts of the cave ± are well-preserved in drier passageways.

European-American settlers came to the Green River valley in the late 1790s. Like
native people before them, the newcomers found uses for Mammoth Cave. The cave
served as a mine for saltpeter, key to the manufacture of gunpowder. Before the War of
1812 enslaved persons mined large quantities of this mineral.

By war¶s end Mammoth Cave¶s notoriety had grown. Around 1816 people started to
visit the cave. In 1838 Stephen Bishop and Mat and Nick Bransford, enslaved persons
owned and leased by the cave¶s owners, became renowned guides.

Bishop discovered many miles of cave. He was first to cross the previously impassable
Bottomless Pit and the first to see the cave stream¶s natural residents, called eyeless
cavefish. The Bransfords and their descendants were guides at Mammoth Cave for over
100 years.

* Information from the National Park Service & U.S. Department of the Interior

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MAMMOTH CAVE TOURS
INTRODUCTORY TOURS

Discovery Tour Self-Guiding


3/4 mile, minimum of 30 minutes
Sometimes this national park is really busy and ³all hands on deck´ still can¶t provide
guided activities for all the day¶s visitors. Or, there are visitors who want to see the cave,
but haven¶t allowed enough time on their busy travel itinerary. Others take a cave tour
that uses outlying entrances, and want to see the ³famous´ entrance to Mammoth Cave.
With landmarks like the natural entrance, Rotunda, Audubon Avenue and Rafinesque
Hall, this ³busy day´ activity could be best for you! Call on the day you plan to visit for
availability. Total stairs: Approx. 160. Elevation change: 160¶. Includes parts of the
Historic and Mammoth Passage tour routes. Offered as visitation warrants and staff is
available. Tour enters at the Historic Entrance. This tour is NOT available by
reservation. Difficulty: Easy.

Mammoth Passage Tour


3/4 mile, 1 ¼ hours
Considered a brief ³smorgasbord´ of cultural and natural topics, this tour is a perfect
short visit into the cave¶s largest and most visited entrance area. Includes the Narrows,
Rotunda, large trunk passages and a steep outdoor hillside trail to and from the cave¶s
natural entrance! Tour limit: 40. Elevation change: 160¶. Total stairs: Approx. 160.
Includes parts of the Historic and Discovery tour routes. Tour meets outside Visitor
Center doors. Difficulty: Easy.

Broadway Tour
½ mile, 1 ¼ hours
The cave¶s natural entrance is the doorway to prehistoric cavers, American patriots, the
nineteenth century western frontier, and all the geology that goes along with it! This
family friendly tour is a great introduction to the Mammoth Cave system and its natural
and cultural history.

Frozen Niagara Tour


¼ mile, 1 ¼ hours (including bus to/from entrance)
This tour is often the perfect taste of Mammoth Cave for visitors with very small
children, elderly family members, or others who cannot walk long distances. Not sure
you like close places? Have trouble walking or managing long staircases? This short
visit through a decorative area of Mammoth Cave might be best for you. Tour limit: 36.
Total stairs: 110 (98 are optional). Elevation change: 40¶. Includes parts of the New
Entrance and Grand Avenue tour routes. Tour meets at the Bus Loading area.
Difficulty: Easy.

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GENERAL TOURS

Historic Tour
2 miles, 2 hours
Have you been in other more decorative caves, but never in Mammoth Cave? This
journey through the natural entrance leads to ³classic´ Mammoth Cave ± landmarks
visited by writers, scientists, military figures and celebrities of the 1800s and early 1900s.
A great family trip! Tour limit: 120. Total stairs: 457. Elevation change: 300¶.
Includes parts of the Mammoth Passage, Violet City Lantern, Star Chamber, River
Styx and Discovery tour routes. Tour meets outside Visitor Center doors.
Difficulty: Moderate.

New Entrance Tour


¾ mile, 2 hours (including bus to/from entrance)
A wonderful complement to the Historic Tour, this trip includes a dramatic series of
domes and pits, typical large trunk passageways, a short journey through dripstone
formations and stairs, stairs, stairs! A challenge for small children. Tour limit: 114.
Total stairs: 500, including 280 on initial descent. Elevation change: 250¶ from New
Entrance. Includes the complete Frozen Niagara Tour route and a portion of the
Grand Avenue Tour route. Tour meets at Bus Loading area. Difficulty: Moderate.

Grand Avenue Tour


4 miles, 4 ½ hours (including bus to/from entrance)
This long tour is the one you want if you like a strong physical walking challenge and
have already experienced shorter Mammoth Cave tours. Focuses on the ³ups and downs´
of the cave system, including multiple tough hill climbs and lots of geological variety.
All visitors must be 6 years of age or older. (Includes a short stop for a purchased box
lunch at the one-mile mark in the Snowball Dining Room part of the cave.) Tour limit:
78. Total stairs: 670. Elevation change 280¶, with hills more than 60¶ in several
places. The Frozen Niagara and Snowball tour routes, and portions of the New
Entrance tour route, are seen on this tour. Children must be 6 or older. Food may be
purchased from the park¶s concessionaire at the Snowball Room. There are two
restroom stops. Tour meets at the Bus Loading area. Difficulty: Moderate.

Snowball Tour
2 miles, 3 hours
Visitors descend nearly 200 stairs at the Carmichael Entrance of Mammoth Cave, pass
the craggy breakdown of the Rocky Mountains and enter gypsum encrusted Cleaveland
Avenue. This tour showcases gypsum in various crystalline shapes and sizes. The
beautifully elliptical Cleaveland Avenue terminates in the Snowball Room, viewed by
visitors since the 1840s. Food may be purchased from the park¶s concessionaire during
the 45 minutes spent in this room, traditionally a 20th-century underground meal stop.
Visitors retrace Cleaveland Avenue, ascending nearly 200 stairs at the Carmichael
Entrance. Tour limit: 38. Total stairs: Approximately 400. Elevation Change: 267¶.
Tour meets at the Bus Loading area. Difficulty: Moderate.

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SPECIALTY TOURS

Violet City Lantern Tour


3 miles, 3 hours (including bus from cave exit)
Take a traditional trip through classic Mammoth Cave by lantern light. This visit to
numerous historic landmarks provides a good physical workout as well as nostalgic
insights to the cave¶s earliest tours. Visitors must be six years of age or older. Tour
limit: 38. Total stairs: 160, and numerous hills without handrails. Includes parts of
the Historic, Discovery, Star Chamber, River Styx and Mammoth Passage tour routes.
Only adults may carry the provided lanterns. Children must be 6 or older. No flash
photography or flashlights permitted. Tour meets outside the Visitor Center doors.
Difficulty: Moderate.

Great Onyx Tour


1 mile, 2 ¼ hours (including to/from entrance)
This is a great cave activity for returning visitors, this trip includes a bus drive through a
forested valley to another historically toured cave within the national park. Gas lanterns
illuminate a series of beautifully sculpted decorative rooms and passageways. Tour limit:
38 visitors. Total stairs: 40. Elevation change approximately 30¶. This tour covers
several rooms of formations, including ³The Nativity´, large dry passage and gypsum.
Restrictions ± No flash photography; general restrictions apply.

River Styx Tour


2 ½ miles, 2 ½ hours
Are you interested in taking a glimpse of the underground rivers at the cave¶s deepest
levels? This journey includes the complete Historic Tour route, plus a short visit down to
the Dead Sea, the banks of River Styx and a quick view of Lake Lethel. Tour limit: 40
visitors. Total stairs: 500. Elevation change: 360¶. This tour covers the entire Historic
Tour route, as well as limited sections of the Star Chamber, Mammoth Passage and
Discovery Tours. Tour meets outside the Visitor Center doors. Difficulty: Moderate.

Star Chamber Tour


1 ½ miles, 2 ½ - 3 hours
This nostalgic trip into the cave¶s natural entrance is reminiscent of the tours of old and
our predecessors at Mammoth Cave. Who were the patients who desperately found their
way to the failed tuberculosis hospital? Who was George S. Gatewood and why are his
name and initials seen on the walls of Gothic Avenue? This trip by lantern light is
limited to visitors 6 years of age and older. A great tour for summer campers! Tour
limit: 40. Total stairs: 200. Elevation Change: 160¶. Includes parts of the Historic,
Discovery, Violet City Lantern, River Styx, and Mammoth Passage tour routes. Only
adults may carry the provided lanterns. Children must be 6 or older. No flash
photography or flashlight use in the cave. Tour meets outside the Visitor Center doors.
Difficulty: Moderate.

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Focus on Formations
¼ mile, 1 ½ hours
Are you a shutterbug and want more time to take cave photographs? Read the
description for the Frozen Niagara Tour, add the opportunity to have an extra 30 minutes
for slower walking for photography, and you have the Focus on Formations Tour! This
tour is typically offered on summer evenings. Tripods permitted on this tour only.
Limestone walls set in layers, then swathed in motionless curtains of orange and tan beg
for your lens on a short stroll underground, while stalactites and flowstone pose for
photos. Park rangers point out decorative formations and discuss the challenges of cave
lighting on the interpretive walk into the cave; still and video cameras may then be used
on the return trip through Thanksgiving Hall, Shower Bath Springs, Drapery Room Onyx
Collonade, and Rainbow Dome. Tour limit: 30. Total stairs: 13, with 98 optional stairs
at the Drapery Room. Elevation change: Approx. 50¶ at the Drapery Room.
Participants will caravan in private vehicles as they follow the Ranger guide to the
Frozen Niagara Entrance. Tripods are permitted on this tour only. Difficulty: Easy.

SPELUNKING TOURS

Wild Cave Tour


6 miles, 5 ½ - 6 hours (including to/from entrance)
This is the tough one you have heard about! Visitors ages 16 and older crawl, climb,
squirm and sweat their way through some of the many undeveloped passages in
Mammoth Cave! If you have a strong fear of heights or tight places and if you are really
out of shape or need to lose a lot of weight, then this is not the trip for you! This tour is a
great team building experience. Visitors must have had their 16th birthday. An adult
must accompany visitors under age 18. High-top, over-the-ankle lace-up boots, with
lug or deeply treaded soles, are required. No low-cut hiking or athletic shoes allowed.
You will not be allowed to participate in the tour if you are not wearing proper
footwear, and no exceptions can be made. Chest or hip measurement must not exceed
42 inches; if you are larger than this, you cannot physically pass through the
crawlspaces. Work or climbing gloves and long pants are recommended ± do not
overdress. Helmets and lights provided; participants are strongly urged to bring
kneepads ± hard plastic kneepads are not permitted. You may bring a small bag with
water and food, or lunch will be available for purchase in the Snowball Room in the
cave. Both hands must remain free for climbing and crawling. Tour requires a
minimum of two participants.
Difficulty: Very Difficult.

Introduction to Caving
3 miles, 3 ½ hours (including bus to/from entrance)
Want to really go caving, but afraid the Wild Cave Tour is a bit too much? Try this
shorter caving challenge. This tour ncludes the same crawling and climbing, but less of
it. This team building activity is a good one for family members ages ten and older.
Adults must accompany children (on this and all cave tours, with the exception of the
Trog Tour). Visitors must have had their 10th birthday. An adult must accompany
visitors under age 18. High-top, over-the-ankle lace-up boots, with lug or deeply

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treaded soles, are required. No low-cut hiking or athletic shoes allowed. You will not
be allowed to participate in the tour if you are not wearing proper footwear, and no
exceptions can be made. Chest or hip measurement must not exceed 42 inches; if you
are larger than this, you cannot physically pass through the crawlspaces. Work or
climbing gloves and long pants are recommended ± do not overdress. Helmets, lights
and kneepads provided. Tour requires a minimum of 2 participants. You may bring a
small bag to carry water, but both hands must remain free for crawling and climbing.
Difficulty: Difficult.

Trog Tour
1 ½ miles, 2 ½ hours
No Mom, no Dad ± no teenaged brother or sister ± just a dozen kids ages 8 through 12,
two guides and a lot of cave dirt! This tour is a great learning experience by way of
physical exploration, including crawling and some short climbs. The tour is usually best
enjoyed with a sibling or friend, but not a good activity for children with asthma or strong
allergies. Tour limit: 12 children, 8 ± 12 years only. Difficulty: Moderate.

CAVE TOUR PRICES

Cave Tours Adults Youth* Special Educational***


Access**

Historic Tour $12.00 $8.00 $6.00 $5.00


Mammoth Passage Tour $5.00 $3.50 $2.50
New Entrance Tour $12.00 $8.00 $6.00
Frozen Niagara Tour $10.00 $8.00 $5.00
Grand Avenue Tour $24.00 $17.00 $12.00
Snowball Tour $14.00 $8.00 $7.00
Violet City Lantern Tour $15.00 $11.00 $7.50
River Styx Cave Tour $13.00 $9.00 $6.50
Wild Cave Tour $48.00 -- $24.00
Introduction To Caving $23.00 $18.00 $11.50
Trog -- $14.00 --
Star Chamber Tour $12.00 $8.00 $6.00 $5.00
Focus on Frozen Niagara Tour $10.00 $8.00 $5.00
Mammoth Cave Discovery Tour $4.00 $2.50 $2.00

*Youth is 6 ± 12 years of age.

** Special access prices are for visitors presenting Golden Age, Golden Access, and
America The Beautiful Senior and Access Passes. (Box office only ± not available by
reservation.

*** Educational prices apply to Kindergarten-College groups.


Please call the park at 270-758-2180 to schedule your educational groups.

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Onyx Cave (Located at Guntown Mountain)
CONTACT INFORMATION

Dan Broady, Owner


101 Huckleberry Knob Road
P.O. Box 236
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3530
www.mammothcave.com/guntown
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.1978', W085ƒ 58.7393'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70 about ¼ mile west and Guntown Mountain entrance will
be on the right, opposite the entrance to Dinosaur World.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open: March through November


9 AM ± 5 PM

Closed: December, January, & February

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $7.95
Child: $4.95 (age 5 ± 11)

DESCRIPTION

Located high above the surrounding limestone sinkhole plain, Onyx Cave is a system of
vertical shafts uncovered during construction of the Guntown Mountain parking lot on
Huckleberry Knob. The pits and domes of Onyx Cave were protected from weathering
by the Knob¶s sandstone cap rock and after their formation have slowly became coated
by calcite crystal flowstone. The combination of crystals and seeping water makes the
walls of this most unusual cave shimmer. This is a 30 minute guided tour, which is
perfect for those traveling with a limited time schedule.

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Outlaw Cave (Located at Kentucky Action Park)
CONTACT INFORMATION

Mary Lou Carey, Owner


3057 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-2560
Toll FREE: 800-798-0560
www.kentuckyactionpark.com/outlaw.htm
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.995', W086ƒ 0.319'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Head west on Highway 70 and Kentucky Action Park will be on the left,
about 2 miles from the interstate.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open: March through November


9 AM ± 5 PM

Closed: December, January, & February

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $6.95
Child: $5.95 (age 6-12)

* Children 5 and under are free with paid adult admission.

DESCRIPTION

Lying on the side of a limestone valley just beneath the sandstone cap rock of the
Mammoth Cave Plateau, Outlaw Cave offers a 35-minute non-strenuous, guided tour
filled with beautiful stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones and other breath taking
formations. Area legend has it that famous outlaws such as Jesse James who roamed this
part of the country in 1880, robbing stagecoaches and banks, hid out in Outlaw Cave as
well as in other area caves. Jesse and his gang would have found this cave ideal as a
³hideout´ because the natural opening is large enough to ride a horse inside. A tour in
Outlaw Cave is perfect for the whole family, where its short length, few stairs, and
affordability makes it easily accessible to most people. Outlaw Cave offers a lantern tour
daily as well as normal tours.

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Hidden River Cave (Located at American Cave Museum)

CONTACT INFORMATION

David Foster, Executive Director


119 East Main Street
P.O. Box 409
Horse Cave, KY. 42749
Phone: 270-786-1466
www.cavern.org
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 10.7691', W085ƒ 54.4034'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 58. Head east on Highway 218 and American Cave Museum and Hidden River
Cave will be on the right at 119 East Main Street, about 2 miles from the interstate.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open Daily: Year-Round


9 AM ± 5 PM Central Time
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year¶s Day.

Extended hours Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends


9 AM ± 7 PM Central Time

* Guided tours leave throughout the day with no reservations necessary.

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $15 (age 16 & above)


Child: $10 (ages 12 ± 15 youth)
Children: $7 (ages 3 ± 11)

* Museum tour only $6


** Partial tour with no stairs $7

DESCRIPTION

American Cave Museum is a state-of-the-art showcase of underground natural history ± a


little bit of Smithsonian in rural Kentucky. Your visit to Kentucky Cave Country will not
be complete without an in-depth look at the fascinating world of caves. Discover the
history and science of America¶s natural caverns through educational and informative
exhibits.

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Hidden River Cave (Continued)
EXHIBITS INCLUDE:
• Bats, Blind Fish and other Cave Animals
• Prehistoric and Modern Cave Explorers
• History of Horse Cave and Mammoth Cave
• The Incredible Floyd Collins Story
• Saltpetre Mining
• Groundwater Science and Cave Geology

Hidden River Cave¶s enormous cave entrance in the town of Horse Cave leads to a 8-
mile labyrinth of passageways connected by a subterranean river, the Hidden River. The
cave tour begins at the American Cave M useum where history and science exhibits
introduce visitors to the fascinating world of caves. There are two ways to explore
Hidden River Cave: a one-hour guided walking tour of the downstream section of the
cave and a three-hour Wild Caving Adventure Tour.

Hidden River Cave is the largest privately operated cave in Kentucky. Famed naturalist
John Muir called Hidden River Cave ³a noble gateway to the birthplace of springs and
fountains and the dark treasuries of the mineral kingdom´. Your Hidden River Cave tour
will take you into one of Kentucky¶s most scenic cave entrances to a subterranean river
flowing one hundred feet below ground. The tour passes the remnants of a turn-of-the-
century hydro-electric generating system which once supplied the town of Horse Cave
with water and electricity. Hidden River Cave and its rare blind fish population were
nearly lost to groundwater pollution. Through the efforts of the American Cave
Conservation Association, the cave has been restored and is considered an international
model of conservation.

The story of Hidden River Cave is both one of nature¶s grandeur and of human impact on
cave ecosystems. It tells of how people can make a positive change in restoring these
fragile places. Closed to tours for 50 years due to groundwater pollution, the cave has
made a remarkable recovery.

Visit the nation¶s only museum dedicated to caves and their protection to learn about this
remarkable conservation success story.

GROUP ADVENTURES:

Become a cave explorer for a day! Caving adventure tours are available by reservation
throughout the year. Get a close-up look at the wonders of the underground ecosystem.
Scramble along muddy subterranean river banks. Explore small crawlways. Discover
eyeless cave animals. The tour focuses on conservation, safe caving and team building.
It is ideal for middle, high school and college groups, as well as scout groups. Wild
caving adventure tour video can be viewed on Hidden River Cave¶s website at
www.cavern.org.

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Hidden River Cave (Continued)

HIDDEN RIVER WILD CAVE TOUR

For the more adventuresome, a walk on the wild side awaits you on Hidden River Cave¶s
off-trail ecology tour. Grab your boots and gloves for a wild scramble along the slippery
banks of Hidden River. Discover fragile cave formations, impressive canyons and
domes, eyeless crayfish, and blindfish. Two, three and five hour tours are available by
reservations only. Hidden River Wild Cave tours are available throughout the year and
are ideal for field trips and teambuilding.
For more information visit: http://cavern.org/hrc/adventuretour.php

Looking for a New & Exciting Adventure?

The Hidden River Cave Adventure Tour takes you on a mile long trip into the earth to
explore an underground stream, discover unique cave animals and trek through Hidden
River Cave. Experience caving like never before as professional, well-trained guides
take you 150¶ underground and off the beaten path and through the dark, mysterious
labyrinth of Hidden River Cave.

Designed to introduce participants to the natural cave environment, Adventure Tours


provide a firsthand look at cave ecology and karst hydrology. Before each expedition,
participants learn about cave safety and conversation and discuss environmental issues
relating to the story of Hidden River Cave. The tour features an underground stream,
dome rooms, narrow passageways, cave formations, cave adapted animals (including
crayfish and cave fish) and historical artifacts.

A crawl along the river¶s edge provides a unique opportunity to view aquatic cave
wildlife in their natural environment. As you navigate the rocky terrain, trickling water
reveals underground falls. What other adventures lay beneath the city of Horse Cave?
There¶s only one way to find out.

Select from the Following Adventure Tour options:


Adventure Tour ± Groups of 10 or more
Adventure Tour ± Groups of less than 10
Premium Adventure Tour
Director¶s Sunset Dome

For Educational Groups of 10 or more:


This program can be designed to meet the individual educational needs of your group.

2-Hour Tour:
Duration: 2 ½ hours (2 hours inside the cave)
Cost: $25 per participant*

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Hidden River Cave (Continued)

3-Hour Tour:
Duration: 3 ½ hours (3 hours inside the cave)
Includes a 30-foot crawl
Cost $35 per participant*

* Includes admission to the American Cave Museum

School & Group Reservation Information: The preferable reservation method is to


contact our office at (270) 786-1466, Monday ± Friday, 9:00 a.m. ± 5:00 p.m. You may
also download and complete the Caving Adventure Tour Agreement (in Acrobat
Reader format-scroll to bottom for a link to Adobe) and mail to: ACCA, P.O. Box 409,
Horse Cave, Kentucky 42749 or fax to: (270) 786-1467. Please note: Reservations are
not confirmed unless you receive verbal or written confirmation from the American Cave
Conservation Association.

NEW! NEW! NEW!


For Groups of less than 10 persons:

On a limited basis, they will be offering adventure tours to individuals during the summer
and to smaller groups that wish to do this popular tour. Prices may vary depending upon
the size of the group. Please contact Peggy Nims at (270) 786-1466 if you are interested
in arranging a private cave adventure tour for your friends or family.

Group Reservation Information: The preferable reservation method is to contact our


office at (270) 786-1466, Monday ± Friday, 9:00 a.m. ± 5:00 p.m. You may also
download and complete the Caving Adventure Tour Agreement (in Acrobat Reader
format-scroll to bottom for a link to Adobe) and mail to: ACCA, P.O. Box 409, Horse
Cave, Kentucky 42749 or fax to: (270) 786-1467. Please note: Reservations are not
confirmed unless you receive verbal or written confirmation from the American Cave
Conservation Association.

Adventure Tours involve strenuous hiking through muddy and wet cave passages,
in addition to crawling, stooping and climbing over rocks. Adventure Tours are not
recommended for anyone that has claustrophobia, breathing or walking difficulties.
Proper equipment and safe caving practices are stressed. Caving helmets and lights
are provided. Participants must wear boots, gloves, warm clothing and be prepared
to get muddy. Youths must be at least 12 years of age; an adult must accompany
ages 12 ± 18. The temperature inside the cave is approximately 58 degrees
Fahrenheit. Restrooms are not available. Advance registration required.

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Hidden River Cave (Continued)

Premium Adventure Tour

5-hour tour for $50.00 each (minimum of 4 people)


This tour follows the route of the 3-hour tour upstream but continues for a much further
distance upstream. Tour also features sections of the cave where blind cavefish and
crayfish are likely to be viewed.

Director¶s Sunset Dome Tour

Tours are $125.00 each (minimum 4 people)


This is the only tour available which goes to Sunset Dome, the largest room in Hidden
River Cave. The tour is strenuous and involves climbing up steep mud slopes and
clambering across slick rocks. At the Director¶s discretion, and dependent upon the
physical capabilities of the group, the tour may include additional side trips into stream
crawlways where blind cavefish and crayfish may be viewed. The trip will be led by the
Executive Director of the American Cave Conservation Association and the American
Cave Museum.

Adventure Tour Reservation Information: The preferable reservation method is to


contact our office at (270) 786-1466, Monday ± Friday, 9:00 a.m. ± 5:00 p.m. You may
also download and complete the Caving Adventure Tour Agreement (in Acrobat
Reader format-scroll to bottom for a link to Adobe) and mail to: ACCA, P.O. Box 409,
Horse Cave, Kentucky 42749 or fax to: (270) 786-1467. Please note: Reservations are
not confirmed unless you receive verbal or written confirmation from the American Cave
Conservation Association.

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Kentucky Caverns (Located at Kentucky Down Under)
CONTACT INFORMATION

Melissa McGuire, Park Manager


3700 L & N Turnpike
P.O. Box 189
Horse Cave, KY. 42749
Phone: 270-786-2634
Toll Free: 800-762-2869
www.kdu.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 12.316', W085ƒ 56.041'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 58. Kentucky Down Under is located at the northeast corner of the I-65
interchange at Exit 58.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mid March ± Spring Breaks: 9 am ± 4 pm


Spring Breaks ± Memorial Day: 9 am ± 5 pm
Memorial Day ± Back to School: 8 am ± 6 pm
Back to School ± October 31st: 9 am ± 4 pm
November 1st ± Mid March: 9 am ± 4 pm

November 1st ± Mid March: open daily 9 am ± 4 pm for Kentucky Caverns (animal
exhibits closed during winter)

Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day & New Year¶s Day

ADMISSION PRICES

Kentucky Down Under & Kentucky Caverns


Adults: $22 plus tax
Children: $13 (age 5 ± 14)
Children 4 & under are free

AAA, Senior (age 62 or older), Military ± 10% discount = $19.30 plus tax
Active Military (with ID) admitted free

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Kentucky Caverns (Continued)
DESCRIPTION

Visitors to Kentucky Caverns are surprised and delighted by the density and variety of
formations and the extensive range of natural color to be found in the cave. A stroll
through Kentucky Caverns is truly a visit to a natural wonderland. Visitors are also
amazed to learn that both the formations themselves and their palette of colors are part of
the important story of the many ways in which the surface and subsurface are connected.

During the spring, summer and fall of the year Kentucky Caverns can be seen as part of
the combined activities of Kentucky Down Under and Kentucky Caverns. Visitors take a
journey that explores life in the great outback of Australia and the three-dimensional
world of caves. Together these two attractions provide an interactive, family-oriented
experience which helps visitors better understand the relationships of the natural world
and the impact man can have on those relationships.

Kentucky Down Under closes November ± mid March. Kentucky Caverns remains open
year round. For more information call: 800-762-2869 or visit: www.kdu.com.

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Cub Run Cave

CONTACT INFORMATION

Terry & Judy Schneble, owners


15101 Cub Run Highway
Cub Run, KY. 42729
Phone: 270-524-1444
www.cubruncave.net
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 19.071', W086ƒ 5.539'

DIRECTIONS

Directions from I-65:


Exit I-65 at exit #65 at Munfordville. At the end of the ramp turn left and drive toward
the downtown area. Just before reaching the square there will be a caution light at the
intersection with Hwy 88. Turn right and follow Hwy 88 for 13 miles and you will arrive
at the crossroads town of Cub Run. Travel another 2 miles and you will come to the Cub
Run Cave Restaurant and Gift Shop, to begin your magical tour.

Directions from Mammoth Cave Visitor Center:


Enjoy the scenic drive as you leave the Mammoth Cave Visitor Center on entrance road,
turn right on Green River Ferry Road and cross the Scenic Green River on the Green
River Ferry. This ferry has no charge. Green River Ferry Road turns into Hwy 1352
then take a right at Hwy 1827 which turns into Hwy 728 and go to Hwy 88 at Cub Run
and turn left and go 2.0 miles and you will arrive at the Cub Run Cave Restaurant and
Gift Shop. Only a 30 minute drive from the Mammoth Cave Visitors Center.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open: March 24th through November 1st


Daily

Tour Times: 10:00 am


11:30 am
1:30 pm
3:00 pm
4:30 pm
6:00 pm

Cub Run Cave is one of the more handicap accessible caves.

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Cub Run Cave (Continued)

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $14
Child: $9
Seniors: $12
Under 4 is free.

DESCRIPTION

Rediscover Cub Run Cave


It was August 18, 1950 and due to recent rains, farm work on his family¶s homestead was
on hold with the exception of regular chores. With those done, lunch behind him,
Kenneth Childress and his 16 year old cousin, Rancel Duvall Logsdon, were off, with a
shovel and lantern in hand, to do what they enjoyed the most, exploring the Indian
artifact rich countryside. On this particular day they decided to explore Otter Spring.
Otter Spring was a spring that flowed from the small opening at the bottom of the rock
outcropping, but just above the spring, cold air rushed out of a tiny opening with a force
that caused leaves on trees 15 feet away to rustle! On a hot, humid August day, it was
like standing in front of an air conditioner blowing 52 degree air. The bottom portion of
the opening was loose gravel and rocks. The two began digging. Soon they had created
a hole large enough to crawl about 10 feet into the hillside. The passage opened to a
muddy channel. The two boys crawled another 60 feet and found themselves in a large
room. With only the aid of a kerosene lantern, which seemed dim in the vast cavern, they
explored about 150 more feet into the cave and were astounded by the never before seen
magical formations. They exited full of excitement to tell others what they had
discovered.

Word of the discovery spread quickly. The cave and its spectacular sights opened to the
public the next year, only to be closed as land disputes ensued, brought by land owners of
acreage above the cavern. These amazing and remarkable sights of Cub Run Cave were
sealed for over a half century « until now!

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Diamond Caverns
CONTACT INFORMATION

Gary Berdeaux, managing partner


1900 Mammoth Cave Parkway
P.O. Box 250
Park City, KY. 42160
Phone: 270-749-2233
www.diamondcaverns.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 6.9931', W086ƒ 3.7802'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 48. Diamond Caverns is located just one mile west of I-65 at exit 48 on Hwy
255 in Mammoth Cave National Park.

HOURS OF OPERATION

March 15th ± Labor Day Sunday: 9 am ± 5 pm


Labor Day ± October 31st: 9 am ± 4 pm
November 1st ± March 14th: 9 am ± 4 pm

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $16.00
Child: $ 8.00 (ages 4 ± 12)

DESCRIPTION

In 1859 a young slave discovered a pit in the bottom of one of the region¶s many dry
limestone valleys near Mammoth Cave. Lowered on a rope into the cave, the first visitor
thought the sparkling calcite formations resembled diamonds, and the name for the cave
was born.

Providing tours for over 150 years, Diamond Caverns is the fourth oldest show cave in
the country. The cave is presented by a state-of-the-art lighting system that brings to life
a profusion of spectacular natural formations throughout. Delicate deposits of calcite
crystals fold in drapery like formations along the passage walls.

Knowledgeable guides will explain the fascinating geology of the caverns and recall the
history of the cave during the ½ mile long guided tour. Modern concrete trails with
safety handrails provide a comfortable underground tour experience.

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Lost River Cave
CONTACT INFORMATION

Rho Lansden, Executive Director


2818 Nashville Road
Bowling Green, KY. 42101
Phone: 270-393-0077
Toll Free: 866-274-2283
www.lostrivercave.com
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 57.2365', W086ƒ 28.4466'

DIRECTIONS

From I-65, take exit 22 onto Scottsville Road, turn left on Cave Mill Road (stoplight #9),
Continue to Nashville Road (31W), turn right to Lost River Cave.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open Daily (rain or shine) 10 am ± 4 pm


Tour leaves at the top of each hour ± no reservations are needed

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year¶s Day.

*Occasionally the river rises to flood stage and boat tours have to be temporarily
suspended.

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $15 (12+)


Children: $ 3.50 (ages 1 ± 3)
Youth: $10.50 (ages 4 ± 11)
Seniors: $14.00

Gemstone Mining
Small treasure bag $5
Large $7
Fossil Treasure $9

Butterfly habitat free w/boat tour - Admission May 26th ± September 5th

Wild bird sanctuary & Blue Hole trail free

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Lost River Cave (Continued)

DESCRIPTION

Lost River offers Kentucky¶s only Underground Boat Tour. As a natural shelter, the
Cave has been home to a number of historic visitors. Native Americans found haven here
for thousands of years before European settlers built a milling operation inside the
massive natural opening. Occupied during the Civil War by both Union and Confederate
forces the Cave was an important staging location. Another infamous transient visitor
was the notorious outlaw Jesse James. In the 1930¶s and 40¶s the country¶s only ³air-
conditioned´ Nite Club was host to the hottest big bands of the era.

Listed on the National Historic Register, Lost River Cave¶s boat tour and gift shop are
open year-round, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year¶s Day. While visiting
discover the seasonal Butterfly Habitat and the unique Blue Holes located along the
valley trails.

• Native Americans were sheltered within the massive natural opening for
thousands of years.

• In the 1790¶s. European settlers built a one of a kind water-powered mill inside
the cave entrance.

• In the fall of 1861 Confederate forces used Lost River Cave as a temporary
shelter. One-year later, 44,000 Union troops from the 14th Corps camped at Lost
River before moving on to Nashville for the Battle of Stone River.

• Colonel John Hunt Morgan and his Southern Raiders are thought to have hidden
in the cave after burning the depot at South Union, Kentucky.

• Local lore says that the notorious Jesse James Gang used the cave as a hideout.

• 1933 Billboard Magazine announced the opening of the country¶s only air-
conditioned ³Nite Club´ that operated until the early 1960¶s. (Lost River Cave
Ballroom may be reserved for special occasions and events.)

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THEME PARKS

CAVE CITY

Big Mike¶s Rock & Gift Shop 270-773-5144

Cave Country Go-Carts 270-773-2299

Dinosaur World 270-773-4345

Guntown Mountain 270-773-3530

Kentucky Action Park 270-773-2560


800-798-0560

HORSE CAVE

Kentucky Down Under 270-786-2634


800-762-2869

BOWLING GREEN

Beech Bend 270-781-7634

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Big Mike¶s Mystery House and Rock & Gift Shop

CONTACT INFORMATION

Vicky Fontana, Owner


566 Old Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-5144
Fax: 270-773-2923
E-mail: BigMike@scrtc.com
www.mammothcave.com/big_mikes.htm
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.6383', W086ƒ 2.2748'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. from the Cave City exit (53) off I-65 just go west, as though you were
going to Mammoth Cave National Park. After a few miles you will see a road (Highway
70) that goes left. Don¶t take that one. Instead, just keep going straight and after the next
curve you will see Big Mike¶s on the right side of the road.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year-round, 7 days a week ± 9AM

DESCRIPTION

There is no better place in the Mammoth Cave area to buy some of the world¶s greatest
rocks, minerals, gems and fossils, as well as a huge selection of other gifts and souvenirs.

But, Big Mike¶s is not just about being the biggest and most popular rock and gift shop in
the area. Their Mystery House is fun for people of all ages. You will sense things that
will baffle your mind. The whole family will be able to enjoy this one-of-a-kind
attraction in South Central Kentucky.

Another one-of-a-kind attraction ± in the world ± is ³Big Mo,´ their mosasaur fossil and
the full scale replica of the ancient beast that became Big Mo that sits at the front of their
property. You¶ll be amazed!

Kentucky¶s Largest Rock Shop


³Vast Selection of Museum-Quality Fossils, Gems & Minerals´

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Cave Country Go-Carts

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dan Broady, owner


Sammy Doyle, owner
820 Sanders Street
P.O. Box 236
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-2299
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.1962', W085ƒ 58.2585'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Located behind Cracker Barrel and in front of McDonalds.

HOURS OF OPERATION

March: 11 am ± 7 pm
Memorial Day ± Labor Day: 1 pm ± 10 pm

ADMISSION PRICES

Single Go-Cart: $4.00


Double Seater Go-Cart: $5.00

Game Room

DESCRIPTION

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Dinosaur World

CONTACT INFORMATION

Nicole Randall, Park Director


717 Mammoth Cave Rd.
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-4345
Fax: 270-773-5303
E-mail: dinosaurworld@scrtc.com
www.dinoworld.net
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.1587', W085ƒ 58.8944'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Dinosaur World is located on the southwest corner of the I-65 & Exit 53
interchange.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open every day of the year except Christmas.


8:30 am ± Sunset

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $9.75
Child (ages 3 ± 12): $7.75
Children under 3: Free
Seniors (over 60): $8.95
Student Group Rates: $6.00
Friendly pets on leashes - Free

DESCRIPTION

The Dinosaur Walk ± Dinosaur World has over 100 life size dinosaurs in an outdoor
museum setting. The Dinosaurs are so believable that visitors claim to see them moving
through the shadows cast by the many native trees.

Fossil Dig ± Search in a paleontological setting for authentic fossils to take home.

Dinosaur Movie Cave ± Watch an educational dinosaur movie in a unique setting.

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Boneyard ± Unearth a life size dinosaur skeleton.

Mammoth Garden ± Interact with our new herd of mammoths that just moved into the
park.

Indoor Prehistoric Museum ± Stroll through an air-conditioned dinosaur museum with


exhibits ranging from triceratops horns to stegocerus skulls.

Picnic Area & Playground ± Even the picnic areas and playgrounds are fun filled and
dinosaur themed. The playground is surrounded on all sides with a covered picnic area
with dinosaurs hiding in the bathrooms!

Gift Shop ± The first look at the 5,000 square foot Gift Shop is breath-taking. It holds
everything from stuffed dinosaur toys to fossils and authentic dinosaur eggs. The shop
has hidden treasures on every aisle.

Group Information & Field Trip Planners ±

• $6.00 per person for groups of 12 or more


• Advance reservations required for groups (at least one week)
• Complimentary admission for driver and operator
• Welcome greeting
• No advance payment necessary
• Accepted forms of payment: company check, purchase order, all credit cards
accepted, and cash
• FAM Tours encouraged
• Itineraries planning assistance for Dinosaur World and for add ons
• Mostly ADA accessible
• Educational materials available to accompany trip
• Outreach programs available
• Educational Director available to tailor a trip to fit individual needs
• Tours take between one to three hours
• No food service but excellent picnic sites
• Special event planning assistance available

A Journey Into The Past You Will Never Forget «««.

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Guntown Mountain

CONTACT INFORMATION

Wayne Sexton & Stanley Lawson, Owners


101 Huckleberry Knob Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-2430
Phone: 270-773-2431
www.mammothcave.com/guntown/index.htm
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.1978', W085ƒ 58.7393'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Guntown Mountain is located on the northwest corner of the I-65 & Exit
53 interchange.

HOURS OF OPERATION

May: 9:30 am ± 6:00 pm


June, July, August: 9:30 am ± 7:00 pm
September: 9:30 am ± 6:00 pm (Weekends Only)
October: 9:30 am ± 6:00 pm (Open 1st two weekends)

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $14.95
Child (ages 5 ± 11): $8.95
5 and under: Free

DESCRIPTION

Experience the Old West as if you were there! In frontier days, this was wild and rugged
land, and the men who passed through here were equally as rugged. Come and see for
yourself the action packed drama of gunfights in the street, a public hanging, dance hall
girls, truly mystifying magic, a stunt show filled with side splitting comedy and some of
the best music in the cave area. Ride the shuttle bus or take the scenic chairlift to the top
of the mountain. A wonderful family experience for reliving the past days of the famous
Wild West. Guntown Mountain is located on the scenic highest point in the Mammoth
Cave area.

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Kentucky Action Park & Jesse James Riding Stables
CONTACT INFORMATION

Mary Lou Carey, Owners


3057 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-2560
Toll Free: 800-798-0560
www.kentuckyactionpark.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.995', W086ƒ 0.319'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70 west about 2 miles from I-65 and Kentucky Action Park
will be on your left.

HOURS OF OPERATION

*** Weather Permitting ***

March 7th ± March 14th: 12:00 pm ± 6:00 pm (Open Weekends)


March 14th ± September 7th: 10:00 am ± 10:00 pm (Open Daily)

ADMISSION PRICES

Alpine Slide: $5.00


(No riders under 6 years old and no double rides on the Alpine Slide)
Alpine Slide or Scenic chairlift (round trip) $5.00

Go-Carts: $4.00 Single (must be 54´ tall to drive one seater)


$5.00 Double Seater (must be 16 & older to drive 2-seater with child)

Bumper Boats: $4.00


(must be 6 years or older to drive)
( 2 thru 5 are free with adult)

Climbing Wall: $4.00


Trampoline Thing: $4.00
Bumper Cars: $4.00 (Must be 52´ tall to drive, 2 thru 5 are free with adult)

10 Tickets: $35.00 (10 tickets good for any activity except horseback riding)

All day pass: $24.95 each

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Jesse James Mini Golf

CONTACT INFORMATION

Mary Lou Carey, Owners


3057 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-2560
Toll Free: 800-798-0560
www.kentuckyactionpark.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.995', W086ƒ 0.319'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70 west about 2 miles from I-65 and Kentucky Action Park
will be on your left.

HOURS OF OPERATION

February: 10:00 am ± 4:00 pm (Weekends)


March 7th ± September 7th: 10:00 am ± 10:00 pm (Open Daily)

ADMISSION PRICES

18-Hole Mini Golf


Western Theme
Adults: $5.00
Child: $4.00
( 5 years old & under ± free with paid adult)

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Kentucky Down Under & Kentucky Caverns

CONTACT INFORMATION

Melissa McGuire, Park Director


3700 L & N Turnpike
Horse Cave, KY. 42749
Phone: 270-786-2634
Toll Free: 800-762-2869
E-mail: info@kdu.com
www.kdu.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 12.316', W085ƒ 56.041'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 58. Kentucky Down Under is located at the northeast corner of the I-65 and
Exit 58 interchange.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mid March ± Spring Breaks: 9:00 am ± 4:00 pm


Spring Breaks ± Memorial Day: 9:00 am ± 5:00 pm
Memorial Day ± Back to School: 8:00 am ± 6:00 pm
Back to School ± October 31st: 9:00 am ± 4:00 pm
November 1st ± mid March: 9:00 am ± 4:00 pm

ADMISSION PRICES

Kentucky Down Under & Kentucky Caverns

Adults: $22.00 plus tax


Children (ages 5 -14): $13.00
Children 4 & under: Free
Active Military (with ID): Admitted Free
AAA, Senior (age 62 or older), Military 10% discount: $19.30 plus tax

DESCRIPTION

All the fun at one low price! One price admission to all Kentucky Down Under exhibits
includes the Outback Walkabout, the Aviary, the Discovery Area, the Woolshed, Camp
Corroboree, Taraba Station ± PLUS a 45 minute tour in Kentucky Caverns! In order to
enjoy all that Kentucky Down Under has to offer, guest should allow between 4 and 5
hours to spend with us.

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Kentucky Down Under (Continued)
• Ask about Birthdays, Company Picnics, & Catered Meals.
• Group Rates are available for 15 or more.
• Ample free parking ± motor coaches are welcome.

COME BACK ALL YEAR LONG WITH A WALKABOUT PASS ± ASK FOR
DETAILS!

Committed to Education
Bring your students to experience the wonders of the Land Down Under. Students will
have an unforgettable experience while learning biology, history, science, social studies,
and more ± all while meeting core content subject matter! Call today to plan your Field
Trip of the Year!

For more information on our Educational Programs call 800-762-2869.

Spend The WHOLE Day in Our Piece of Australia


Visitor Information Center ± Tickets, Travel Information & souvenirs.

Discovery Area ±Who knows what you might find here! Meet our reptiles &
amphibians.

Kookaburra Kingdom ± A quiet peaceful place unless the Kookaburras are laughing!

Kentucky Caverns ± Earth¶s hidden dimensions will delight the eyes, engage the
imagination & stimulate thought.

Gem Mining - You¶re guaranteed to find gems!

Gift Shop & Fudge Factory ± Sample our hand-made fudge & take home the perfect
reminder of an unforgettable trip.

Bird Garden ± Enjoy the vivid sights & sounds of our exotic birds.

Camp Corroboree ± Learn about the culture of Australia¶s indigenous people ±


considered to be the world¶s first conservationist. Caution: Be Prepared to Laugh!

Aviary ± Hand feed our brilliant, inquisitive but sometimes pesky lories!

Taraba Station ± Ever wondered how animals ended up in certain areas? Learn about
what happens when you move animals across the oceans.

Outback Walkabout± Close encounters with Kangaroos, Wallabies, & maybe an Emu!

Woolshed ± Help out with the chores of the sheep station & wonder as the border collies
herd sheep.

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Beech Bend Park

CONTACT INFORMATION

Charlotte Gonzalez, Marketing Director


798 Beech Bend Road
Bowling Green, KY. 42101
Phone: 270-781-7634
Fax: 270-781-0524
www.beechbend.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 0.8434', W086ƒ 25.3362'

DIRECTIONS

From I-65: Beech Bend is located in Bowling Green, KY. 5 minutes west of I-65 (exit
28). Take Exit 28 and follow 31W South to the fifth traffic light and turn right on
Riverview Avenue which turns into Beech Bend Road.

From Natcher Parkway: Take Exit #7. Go to the first stop light and take a left on
Highway 68-80 and go to the next stop light and take a left onto Riverview ± and follow
the signs to Beech Bend.

DESCRIPTION

Beech Bend Park was named the 5th Friendliest Park in the World for 2007 & 2008 by
Amusement Today¶s Golden Ticket Awards! Beech Bend is affordable family fun, close
to home! You truly can spend the day, without spending a fortune! Beech Bend offers
entertainment sure to please every member of your family including over 40 world class
amusement rides and water slides, mini-golf, go-carts, games of skill and luck, a petting
farm and terrific live shows and entertainment. Plus there¶s championship drag racing
and stock car racing each week at adjacent Beech Bend Raceway. Beech Bend also
offers first class camping facilities within walking distance to all the other entertainment
venues. Bring your own tent or RV, or rent one of theirs.

New in 2009 was the Sea Dragon Swinging Ship. The Sea Dragon has a bit of interesting
history. It was purchased from Michael Jackson¶s Neverland Ranch in California. Also
new in 2009 was ³Retro Rock´, an updated Magic Show featuring Dinky Gowen, and
³Beech Bend Super Star Talent Show´.

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WATER ACTIVITIES

CAVE CITY

Green River Canoe 270-773-5712

Mammoth Cave Canoe & Kayak 270-773-3366

Old Yeller Waterslide (Jellystone Park) 270-773-3840

Ridgetop Pay Lake 270-773-9940

LUCAS

Barren River Resort State Park 270-646-2151


800-325-0057

MUNFORDVILLE

Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe & Kayak Outfitter 270-774-7883


866-233-2690

NOLIN LAKE

Nolin Lake State Park 270-286-4240

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Mammoth Cave Canoe & Kayak

CONTACT INFORMATION

Larry & Becky Bull, Owners


1240 Old Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3366
Toll Free: 877-592-2663
www.mammothcavecanoe-k.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 9.011', W086ƒ 2.6354'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70 west about 3 miles from I-65 and instead of turning left
with Highway 70, keep going straight as the road becomes Highway 255. Mammoth
Cave Canoe and Kayak will be about 2 miles further and on the left ± directly opposite
the Wayfarer Inn Bed & Breakfast.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open March through November

ADMISSION PRICES

$50.00 per canoe (Rates are per canoe or kayak with paddles and lifejackets included)
$45.00 per kayak

• All trips depend upon the river level and your pace!
• Call for more trip prices
• Reservations are recommended
• Camping permits are available
• Group rates are available
• Shuttle service is provided

DESCRIPTION

Mammoth Cave Canoe & Kayak offers a variety of canoe trips through Mammoth Cave
National Park on the slow moving Green River. Trips range from a three hour paddle to
a three day camping excursion. Canoers can expect to encounter deer, beaver, fox,
bobcat, wild turkey, a large variety of birds, and several different species of fish such as
muskie, smallmouth bass, and catfish..

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Green River Canoeing
CONTACT INFORMATION

Barbara Davis, Owner


3057 Mammoth Cave Road (At Kentucky Action Park)
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-5712
Cell: 270-590-5335
www.mammothcavecanoe.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.9921', W086ƒ 0.6663'

Mailing Address:
3202 Chaumont Road
Park City, KY. 42160

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70 west about 2 miles from I-65 and Green River Canoe is
located at the east end of Kentucky Action Park¶s parking lot.

HOURS OF OPERATION

March through November ± Weather permitting

ADMISSION PRICES

$50.00 per canoe (Rates are per canoe or kayak with paddle and life jacket included)
$45.00 per kayak

Call for trip prices and times.


Reservations are recommended for overnight trips.
Camping permits are available.
Shuttle service provided.

DESCRIPTION

Green River Canoeing offers a large selection of canoe trips to fit all your canoeing
needs. Canoeing or Kayaking down the Green River through the Mammoth Cave
National Park for a 3 hour trip or a 2 night and 3 day camping expedition is just waiting
for you to experience. You can experience the many miles of dramatic bluffs and natural
environmental wonders while making your exciting journey.

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Ridgetop Pay Lake

CONTACT INFORMATION

Jimmy and Teresa Martin, Owner


4083 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-9940
E-mail: ridgetoplake@scrtc.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.9457', W086ƒ 1.3053'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70 west about 3 miles from I-65 and Ridgetop Lake will be
on your left, just past Hillbilly Hound Fun Park.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Season is from last of February through the last of November

Open: 6:00 am ± 12 midnight (except Thursday, Friday & Saturday ± all night fishing)

The lake is stocked on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $10.00 for 10 hours of fishing and a limit of 8 fish


$5.00 for 5 hours of fishing and a limit of 5 fish

Children: $5.00 (ages 6 ± 12 years old)

Children under 6 are free.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Live bait, firewood, tackle, camping supplies, and snacks.

DESCRIPTION

Ridgetop Lake is a clean, quiet, fishing lake with a family atmosphere. They stock the
lake with farm-raised catfish three days a week. They also stock with big catfish (10 lbs.
and up) on a regular basis. Kids can fish for bluegill, too! Bring the family and enjoy the
fishing! Catfishing, bait, groceries, camping supplies. No fishing license required.

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Yogi Bear¶s Jellystone Park Waterslide

CONTACT INFORMATION

Bill and Kay Pott, Owner


1002 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3840
Toll Free: 800-523-1854
www.jellystonemammothcave.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.0805', W085ƒ 59.7322'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70 west about 1 miles from I-65 and Jellystone Park and
Campground will be on your right.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Old Yeller Waterslide is open Memorial Day through Labor Day.

ADMISSION PRICES

Campers waterslide: $8.00


Non-Campers pool & waterslide: $10.00
Pool only ± Adults: $6.00
Pool only ± Child: $4.00

DESCRIPTION

Enjoy a 70 degree plunge down their 300 foot waterslide. Creating memories for family
and friends is what they are all about at Yogi Bear¶s Jellystone Park Camp Resort.

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Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe & Kayak Outfitter

CONTACT INFORMATION

Barry Turner, Owner


100 River Road
P.O. Box 985
Munfordville, KY. 42765
Phone: 270-774-7883
Toll Free: 866-233-2690
E-mail: chief@bigbuffalocrossing.com
www.bigbuffalocrossing.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 16.3365', W085ƒ 53.4649'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 65. Take left at end of exit ramp and go 1.6 miles, River Road will be on your
right. Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe & Kayak is at the end of River Road.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open rear round ± weather permitting


Open dawn to dusk ± daily.

ADMISSION PRICES

$40.00 per canoe


$30.00 per kayak

DESCRIPTION

Get to know the Green River from a paddler¶s perspective. Owner Barry Turner supplies
canoes, kayaks, paddles, life jackets ± and a wide variety of adventures on the water.
Choose from float trips (2-3 hours), day trips (6-7 hours) and overnight trips. Routes
include five of the state¶s largest springs, such as the beautiful 300 Springs waterfall, as
well as Mammoth Cave National Park. Group packages are available. Walk-ins are
welcome, though Barry recommends calling at least an hour before arrival. Large groups
of 25 or more must reserve canoes at least five days in advance. Open dawn to dusk
daily.

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Barren River Resort State Park
CONTACT INFORMATION

Monica Conrad, Park Manager


1149 State Park Road
Lucas, KY. 42156
Phone: 270-646-2151
Toll Free: 800-295-1876
Marina telephone: 800-699-2628
www.parks.ky.gov/findparks/resortparks/br/
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 50.1697', W086ƒ 2.2708'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53, take Highway 90 East to Glasgow, take US-31 E south to Barren River
State Park.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

Marina telephone: 800-699-2628.

Public Beach, with bathhouse: open Memorial Day ± Labor Day

DESCRIPTION

Barren River Lake provides hours of entertainment for the boating enthusiast. The
marina has 100 open slips, 40 covered slips, a launching ramp, rental fishing boats and
pontoons. Barren River also is unsurpassed for fishing pleasure. With an abundance of
largemouth, white and hybrid striped bass, bluegill, channel catfish, crappie, and rough
fish, you are sure to get a bite. A sparkling 10,000-acre lake is surrounded by rolling
hills, a 2,000-acre hardwood forest and a championship 18-hole golf course. Warm water
fish species dominate the creek, with stockings of striped bass in the lake and rainbow
trout below the dam. The resort is the site of the annual Glasgow Highland Games.

Barren River Lake was authorized under the Flood Control Act of 1938. The Louisville
District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers designed, built, and operates the project to
reduce flood damages downstream from the dam. The dam is about 10 miles east of
Scottsville, KY., on the Barren River, a tributary of the Green River. The drainage area
above the dam is 940 square miles.

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Nolin Lake State Park
CONTACT INFORMATION
2998 Brier Creek Road
Mammoth Cave, KY. 42259
Phone: 270-286-4240
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 11.1696', W086ƒ 5.9985'

DIRECTIONS

From Nashville: On I-65 , take exit 28 at Bowling Green. Turn north on US 31W, drive
12 to 15 miles, and turn left onto KY 101. At the town of Rhoda, KY 101 merges with
KY 259. Follow KY 259 North to KY 728 East. Turn right onto KY 728 East.
Approximately 7 miles later, turn left onto KY 1827. Follow KY 1827 to the park.

From Louisville: On I-65, exit onto the Western Kentucky Parkway at Elizabethtown.
Follow the WK Parkway to the Leitchfield exit (107) onto KY 259 South. From
Leitchfield, drive 17 miles on KY 259 South to KY 728 East. Turn left onto KY 728
East. Approximately 7 miles later, turn left onto KY 1827. Follow KY 1827 to the park.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open March ± November

ADMISSION PRICES

Camping rates are $18.00 per site for 2 adults.


Primitive sites are $11.00 per site.
Two adults in rate per night.
Each additional adult is $3.00.
Pets are allowed if restrained.

DESCRIPTION

This facility opened in May of 2001. There are 32 camp sites with water and electricity,
20 primitive sites, a restroom/shower building, laundry facilities and dump station. A
new playground is located by the sites. Three camp sites have been adapted for the
disabled.

Fishing & Boat Ramp - Bass, walleye, catfish and crappie are the prize catches. There
is a launching ramp on the park. A 5,795-acre lake ideal for recreation and relaxation.

Beach ± A sand beach curves along the shore of the lake. There are no restrooms or
bathhouse facilities.

Picnicking ± Picnic tables and grills are found in the picnic area. No restroom facilities.

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GOLF

PARK CITY

Cave Valley Golf Club at Park Mammoth 270-749-4101

Diamond Caverns Golf 270-749-2891

GLASGOW

Fox Hollow Golf 270-678-7277

LUCAS

Barren River State Resort Park Golf 270-646-2151

CUB RUN

Shady Hollow Golf Course 270-286-6165

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Cave Valley Golf Club at Park Mammoth
CONTACT INFORMATION

Cindy Rich, Manager


Scott Rogers, Course Superintendent
22850 Louisville Road
Park City, KY. 42160
Phone: 270-749-4101
Toll Free: 888-708-3596
Fax: 270-749-2524
www.parkmammothresort.us
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 5.6279', W086ƒ 2.8753'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 48. Take Highway 31W, west just off of I-65.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

ADMISSION PRICES

27 Holes + Cart: $39


18 Holes + Cart: $26

DESCRIPTION

The 9-hole ³Bluffs´ course at the Cave Valley Golf Club facility in Park City, Kentucky
features all the hallmarks of Kentucky golf. Designed by Gary Robbins, the Bluffs golf
course opened in 1995.

Fore! Foremost is popularity among the recreational pleasures offered at Park Mammoth
Resort is 27-hole championship golf. Open year round, weather permitting; people come
from hundreds of miles to tee off on their rolling fairways.

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Diamond Caverns Golf

CONTACT INFORMATION

Tony Vanover, Manager


660 Doyle Road
P.O. Box 305
Park City, KY. 42160
Phone: 270-749-2891
www.mammothcave.com/dcrgolf.htm
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 6.5859', W086ƒ 2.9086'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 48.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

ADMISSION PRICES

9 Holes + Cart: $12


18 Holes + Cart: $23

Weekend price is $25

DESCRIPTION

Diamond Caverns Resort & Golf Club is quickly gaining a reputation as having one of
the best golf courses in the state. Their greens are manicured to perfection. Their course
is secluded so you will not have any distractions, except for the incredible beauty of the
surrounding forests. With gentle sloping hills, your next shot will take you to more of the
beautiful countryside this area has to offer.

Golf packages are available for those wishing to spend more than just a few hours on the
fairways. Enjoy unlimited golf with packages beginning as low as $114.31 per person.
Call 270-749-3114 to reserve a package for you and your friends.

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Fox Hollow Golf Course

CONTACT INFORMATION

Matt Shipley, Owner and Manager


280 Clubhouse Lane
Glasgow, KY. 42141
Phone: 270-678-7277
www.foxhollowgolf.com
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 57.6881', W085ƒ 53.909'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 90 East to Glasgow, follow scenic byway to Highway 63
and golf course is only 1 ½ miles.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

ADMISSION PRICES

18 Holes + Cart: $22


9 Holes + Cart: $11
Seniors 18 Holes: $16 (Weekdays Only)

Large Bucket of Driving Range Balls: $5


Small Bucket of Driving Range Balls: $3

Monday Special
18 Holes: $16

Tuesday Night Ladies Scramble


Members: $3
Non Members: $10

Wednesday
Seniors: $10 until noon

Thursday
18 Holes: $14 until noon

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Fox Hollow Golf Course (Continued)

Men¶s Thursday Night Scramble


Members: $10
Non Members: $20

Friday
Couples Friday Night Scramble
Members: $4
Non Members: $20

(No groups larger than 4/Hole on weekends, please ± strictly enforced!)

DESCRIPTION

You will find Fox Hollow Golf Course beautifully nestled away from the mainstream in
the gently rolling hills of South Central Kentucky. Driven by their love of golf, family,
and nature, the Shipley family is continuously developing a golf course community that
successfully merges all three. Whether it¶s a fox on the 14th green, children in the pool,
or the latest in home design, you¶ll find what you¶re looking for at Fox Hollow!

General Information:

• 18 Hole regulation course ± Par 70


9 holes opened in 1989
18 holes opened in 1996
• Incorporates water hazards in the form of ponds and wandering streams, sand
bunkers, grass bunkers, wooded areas, and natural grass areas.
• Player friendly for beginner as well as challenging to the more experienced player
• Open to the Public ± Memberships Available
• Driving Range
• Practice Green
• Electric Golf Carts
• New Concrete Cart Paths
• Open 7 am to Dusk Every Day (Weather Permitting)
• Tee Times Accepted ± Not Required
• Soft Spikes Required
• Rental Clubs Available
• Pro Shop ± Snacks

Owners: Richard, Mike, Mark, and Matt Shipley


Manager: Matt Shipley

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Barren River Lake State Resort Park Golf

CONTACT INFORMATION

Jimmy Bewely, Manager


1149 State Park Road
Lucas, KY. 42156
Phone: 270-646-2151
Toll Free: 800-295-1876
www.parks.ky.gov/findparks/resortparks/br/
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 50.1697', W086ƒ 2.2708'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53, take Highway 90 East to Glasgow, take US-31 E south to Barren River
State Park.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

ADMISSION PRICES

November 1st ± March 31st

(Weekdays) (Weekends & Holidays)


18 holes: $10 18 holes: $12
9 holes: $9 9 holes: $10

April 1st ± October 31st

(Weekdays) (Weekends & Holidays)


18 holes: $20 18 holes: $22
9 holes: $10 9 holes: $11

Cart Fees

18 holes: $12.75
9 holes: $7.50

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Barren River Lake State Resort Park Golf (Cont¶d)

DESCRIPTION

Kentucky is famed for bluegrass, bourbon, beautiful mountains and thoroughbreds. And,
spurred by a renewed focus from the State Park system, golf now is becoming a larger
part of Kentucky¶s recreational reputation. With 19 State Park golf courses, there is sure
to be something for everyone.

There are 18-hole and 9-hole courses situated in every region of the state, offering
exciting championship play amid the pastoral beauty of the ³nation¶s finest´ park system.
Each course offers an outstanding golf experience for players of all ages.

Chip Shot Golf Packages

The Chip Shot package includes overnight lodging and 18 holes of golf with a golf cart.
The package price is per person, per night, based on double occupancy, plus tax and is
subject to availability. Same day replay. For additional golf package combinations and
rates please visit: http://parks.ky.gov/golftrail/packages/.

Tee¶s & Zzz¶s Golf Packages

For those desiring an all-inclusive package, the Tee¶s and Zzz¶s golf package includes
overnight lodging, breakfast and dinner, 18 holes of golf with a golf cart, welcome gift
card and preferred tee times. The package price is per person, per night, based on double
occupancy, plus tax and is subject to availability. Same day replay. For additional golf
package combinations and rates please visit:
http://parks.ky.gov/golftrail/packages/teeznzeez/rates.htm.

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Shady Hollow Golf Course

CONTACT INFORMATION

John Ramsey, Manager/Golf Pro


985 Ramsey Road
Cun Run, KY. 42729
Phone: 270-286-6165
www.shadyhollowgc.com
E-mail: shadyhollowgolf@hotmail.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 14.5576', W086ƒ 6.2302'

DIRECTIONS

Directions from I-65:


Exit I-65 at exit #65 at Munfordville. At the end of the ramp turn left and drive toward
the downtown area. Just before reaching the square there will be a caution light at the
intersection with Hwy 88. Turn right and follow Hwy 88 for about 9 miles to Cub Run
and turn left on Highway 728 and it¶s about 5 miles.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

Summer Hours: 7 am to 5 pm
Winter Hours: 7 am to 3:30 pm

(Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas, & New Year¶s Day)

ADMISSION PRICES

18 Holes: $23 Weekdays


$25 Weekends & Holidays

DESCRIPTION

The 18-hole ³Shady Hollow´ course at the Shady Hollow Golf Course Facility in Cub
Run, Kentucky features 6,100 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The
course rating is 70.0 and it has a slope rating of 113 on grass. Designed by J.C. Ramsey,
the Shady Hollow golf course opened in 1997. J.C. Ramsey manages the course as the
Superintendent. Blue tee = 67.9 White tee = 65 Slope Blue = 121 Slope White = 116

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MUSEUMS

CAVE CITY

Floyd Collins Museum 270-773-3366

Mammoth Cave Wax Museum 270-773-3010

Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum 270-773-2255

HORSE CAVE

American Cave & Karst Museum 270-786-1466

GLASGOW

Southern Kentucky Cultural Center 270-651-9792

MUNFORDVILLE

Hart County Historical Society & Museum 270-524-0101

BOWLING GREEN

The Historic Railpark Train Museum & Depot 270-745-7317

The National Corvette Museum 270-781-7973


800-53-VETTE

GM Corvette Assembly Plant & Tours 270-745-8019

AUBURN

Shaker Museum at South Union 270-542-4167


800-811-8379

ELIZABETHTOWN

Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia 270-234-1100

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Floyd Collins Museum (Located at Wayfarer Inn)

CONTACT INFORMATION

Larry & Becky Bull, owners


1240 Old Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3366
www.roadsideamerica.com/story/2105
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 9.011', W086ƒ 2.6354'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. West on Highway 70 (toward Mammoth Cave National Park) 5 miles. At
the Wayfarer Bed & Breakfast, formerly the Mammoth Cave Gift Shop.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Daily (Call to verify)

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults:
Child:

DESCRIPTION

Allow 30 minutes to 1 hour for attraction. The museum is presented in cave like setting,
including painted illustration, information, and newspaper accounts of the entrapment of
the famous cave explorer Floyd Collins. Artifacts of the explorer are on display. Also,
the cave where Floyd Collins died is within walking distance of the museum.

Floyd Collins was a legendary spelunker and Kentucky backwoods boy. He¶d discovered
nearby Crystal Cave and turned it into a profitable commercial attraction. He was part of
the infamous Cave Wars between Mammoth and 17 other hungry cave attractions. In
1925, Floyd was plugging away at his exploration of a wet rat hole called Sand Cave,
hoping to find major passages, perhaps even a link to the massive Mammoth Cave
system. A little rock fell out of the wall and wedged Floyd¶s foot, 150 feet from the
surface.

Floyd had only one light, was ill-clothed, didn¶t have a protective helmet, and was
exploring alone. Don¶t forget, now ± this is America¶s Greatest Cave Explorer.
Relatives eventually noticed that Floyd was missing, and a quick check of his latest

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Floyd Collins Museum (Continued)

hangout confirmed the worst. The ensuing rescue effort and publicity carnival lasted for
18 days and captured the ghoulish interest of the whole nation, via the relatively new
medium of radio.

They tried everything ± digging and hacking at the passageway, sending down reporter
Skeets Miller, who chronicled the drama. A passage just above Floyd eventually
collapsed, cutting him off for his last few days. As the historical marker matter-of-factly
states, his plight ³Aroused sympathy of nation.´ In the end, Floyd died.

Floyd¶s body was displayed in a glass-topped coffin in Crystal Cave for many years.
After some vandalism, in which his body was stolen ± and later found in a nearby field
(missing a leg) ± he was placed in a chained casket. You could get a peek on the tour if
you gave the guide a tip. The National Park Service eventually absorbed Crystal Cave
and closed it to the public. In 1989, the family had him properly buried in Flint Ridge
Cemetery.

The museum chronicles the rescue attempt in a series of stuccoed, cave-like alcoves. The
final chamber contains a chained coffin. A Floyd Collins ballad, popularized on the then
new medium of radio, plays in the background. You can sign the guest register near a
replica of his tombstone.

You can visit the real tombstone in a cemetery on the National Park grounds, next to the
old Mammoth Cave Baptist Church. A little further up the road, you can park and walk a
mile and a half to the old Crystal Cave ticket booth and entrance. Proceed at your own
risk; though there are no warning signs, and the NP folks aren¶t encouraging visits. The
ghost of Floyd may still be out looking for his leg.

A 1999 film documentary, ³The Story of Floyd Collins´ was shot locally. Many of the
key scenes in Sand Cave were shot in the larger and more accessible Short Cave, a
private cavern available for events and rental, across from Diamond Caverns.

Information from RoadsideAmerica.com


http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/2105

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Mammoth Cave Wax Museum & Village

CONTACT INFORMATION

Wes and Carma Odle, owners


901 Mammoth Cave Road
P.O. Box 678
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3010
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.0986', W085ƒ 59.6211'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. West on Highway 70 (toward Mammoth Cave National Park) 1 mile and
the museum will be on the left on a small hill.

HOURS OF OPERATION

January & February: 9 am ± 6 pm Weekends


March, April, & May: 9 am ± 6 pm Daily
Memorial Day ± Labor Day: 9 am ± 9 pm Daily
September & October: 9 am ± 6 pm Weekends
November & December: 9 am ± 6 pm Weekends

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $8.00
Child: $5.00 (ages 4 ± 10)

DESCRIPTION

The museum displays an authentic portrayal of famous Americans and other Famous
people throughout history, past and present. In the many different scenes, you will see
some of the men and women who helped shape history displayed in unbelievable lifelike
settings and hear audio narrations of the parts they played in history.

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Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dan Broady, owner


409 E. Happy Valley Street (Highway 90)
P.O. Box 236
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-2255
www.mammothcave.com/guntown/wildlife.htm
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.6727', W085ƒ 57.764'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. East on Highway 90, ¾ mile east of I-65 and the museum will be on the
left, just before Sahara Steakhouse.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec: 9 am ± 5 pm Weekends


March: 10 am ± 5 pm Daily
Apr, May: 10 am ± 6 pm Daily
Jun, July, Aug: 9 am ± 8 pm Daily
Sept, Oct: 10 am ± 6 pm Daily

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $7.95
Child: $4.95 (ages 3 ± 11)

* Group Rates * Handicap Accessible

DESCRIPTION

Since 1969 the Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum has featured some of the greatest
animals ever. The museum has nearly 14,000 sq. ft. of exhibit area containing rare &
exotic animals such as tigers, lions, bears, leopards (including the snow leopard, one of
the rarest cats in the world), deer, sheep, ox & much more. They also have a huge
selection of marine life, insects, and many more creatures. The exhibits have been made
to make the animals look like their natural environment. Take a walk on the wild side
and explore a world of over 1,600 specimens of wildlife. Fun for the entire family!
Bring your cameras to capture wild animals up close.

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American Cave Museum & Hidden River Cave
CONTACT INFORMATION

Dave Foster, Executive Director


119 East Main Street
P.O. Box 409
Horse Cave, KY. 42749
Phone: 270-786-1466
www.cavern.org
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 10.7691', W085ƒ 54.4034'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 58. Head east on Highway 218 and American Cave Museum and Hidden River
Cave will be on the right at 119 East Main Street, about 2 miles from the interstate.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open Daily: Year-Round


9 AM ± 5 PM Central Time
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year¶s Day.

Extended hours Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends


9 AM ± 7 PM Central Time

* Guided tours leave throughout the day with no reservations necessary.

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $15 (age 16 & above)


Child: $10 (ages 12 ± 15 youth)
Children: $7 (ages 3 ± 11)

* Museum tour only $6


** Partial tour with no stairs $7

DESCRIPTION

American Cave Museum is a state-of-the-art showcase of underground natural history ± a


little bit of Smithsonian in rural Kentucky. Your visit to Kentucky Cave Country will not
be complete without an in-depth look at the fascinating world of caves. Discover the
history and science of America¶s natural caverns through educational and informative
exhibits. The museum is self guided with two floors of exhibits dealing with caves,
groundwater, and pollution.

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South Central Kentucky Cultural Center
CONTACT INFORMATION

Gail Berry, Director


200 West Water Street
Glasgow, KY. 42141
Phone: 270-651-9792
www.KYCulturalCenter.com
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 59.7494', W085ƒ 54.5477'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53, take Highway 90 east to Glasgow. Located one block west of public
square, turn on Liberty Street, go one block, turn right on Water Street, across from
BB&T Bank.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday thru Friday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm


Saturday: 9:00 am ± 2:00 pm

ADMISSION PRICES

FREE

DESCRIPTION

The South Central Kentucky Cultural Center is dedicated to telling the story of the
people, places, and events that make up the geographic area known as the ³Barrens´ ±
Metcalfe, Allen, Hart, and Monroe Counties, as well as Barren County. Housed in the
Old Kentucky Pants factory in downtown Glasgow, the center ± also known as the
Museum of the Barrens ± is a 30,000 sq. ft. packed with area history.

Take a trip back in time at the South Central Kentucky Cultural Center. Visitors can
travel all the way back to 12,000 B.C.; also included are tools and firearms, a log cabin,
and a gristmill from the mid 1800¶s. Other attractions include an extensive military
exhibit starting with the Civil War, a doll collection, a one-room schoolhouse and the
town square as it looked at the turn of the century. The purpose of the center is to attract
people who are interested in learning about the history of the Barrens as depicted in the
museum displays, conducting genealogical research and attending meetings in an
attractive facility.

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Hart County Historical Museum

CONTACT INFORMATION

Nathaniel Crenshaw, President


109 Main Street
Munfordville, KY. 42765
Phone: 270-524-0101
www.hartcountymuseum.org
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 16.2313', W085ƒ 53.3139'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 65.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday thru Friday: 9:00 am ± 4:00 pm


Saturday: 8:00 am ± 4:00 pm

ADMISSION PRICES

FREE

DESCRIPTION

The Hart County Historical Museum, located in the Chapline Building, is located just off
the square in Downtown Munfordville, Kentucky. The museum has an extensive
collection of historic objects, images, books, maps and papers relating to the history of
Hart County. The museum is here to preserve local history and artifacts and to educate
the public about our past.

At the museum, one may also research their Hart county ancestors and Civil War activity.
The Munfordville Walking Tour includes ten historic buildings, many of which have
Civil War histories.

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Shaker Museum at South Union

CONTACT INFORMATION

Emily Harlan, Director


850 Shaker Museum Road
P.O. Box 177
Auburn, KY. 42206
Phone: 270-542-4167
Toll Free: 800-811-8379
www.shakermuseum.com
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 53.0484', W086ƒ 38.7768'

DIRECTIONS

The Shaker Museum is located 1 mile south of US-68 on KY-1466, ten miles west of
Bowling Green, KY.
• From I-65, take exit 20 (Natcher Parkway) North.
• From the Natcher Parkway, take exit 5 (US-68 / KY-80) and turn left (west) onto
US-68 /KY-80.
• Continue west on US-68 about 10 miles to KY-1466 and turn left onto KY-1466
to the Shaker Museum.

HOURS OF OPERATION

During Regular Season (March 1 through November 30), the Shaker Museum is open
for tours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday ± Saturday and 1:00 PM ± 5:00 PM Sundays
(Central Time). The last tour begins 45 minutes before closing. The Museum is closed
Thanksgiving Day.

During Winter Hours (December 1 through February 28), the Shaker Museum is open
for tours from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM on Tuesday ± Saturday (Central Time). The last
tour begins 45 minutes before closing. The Museum is closed Christmas Eve,
Christmas Day, New Year¶s Eve and New Year¶s Day.

For updated information, please call 800-811-8379, or 270-542-4167. You can also
reach them by email at: shakmus@logantele.com.

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $8.00 each


Children (ages 6-12): $4.00 each
Children 5 and under: FREE

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Shaker Museum at South Union (Cont¶d)

School Tours
The Shaker Museum offers a wide range of tours and activities for school groups of all
ages. Cost is $4 per student, with teachers and bus drivers free. They offer three tours:
The Shaker Schoolhouse Experience (May 1- June 5); General School Tour (August 1
± November 30); and Christmas Dinner in 1909 (December 7 ± 18). Please call them at
1-800-811-8379 to make reservations.

DESCRIPTION

South Union is more than just a memory. It is a place to visit and learn firsthand about
the Shaker way of life. Several of the original buildings have been restored and now
house a fine museum of Shaker folk life and material culture, a unique museum shop and
the Shaker Tavern Bed and Breakfast.

The Shaker Museum, found in the 40-room 1824 Centre House, is filled with scores of
original artifacts exemplifying the Shakers¶ fine craftsmanship. Oval Boxes, baskets,
Shaker silk and linen, early wooden tools as well as trestle tables, benches, chairs and
other furnishings display the diversity of shaker genius. The architecture of the Centre
House is pure Shaker; its double room doors and staircases illustrate the Shaker practice
of separating the sexes. Multi-drawered built-in cabinets and peg strips along the walls
emphasize the Shaker principles of order and cleanliness. Transoms over the retiring
room doors allow for good air circulation, one of the essential rules for good health.

The Shakers were a communal religious organization that flourished in America during
the 19th century. Their ideals of simplicity and perfection produced a legacy of
unparalleled craftsmanship and created for them a reputation of honesty, humility, and
dedication to God.

The religious beliefs of the Shakers set them apart from mainstream America. Their
charismatic founder, Ann Lee, established a theology that eventually included principles
of celibacy, communal ownership of property, public confession of sin and withdrawal
from ³worldly´ society. A dance-like ritual performed as part of their worship service
gained them the derogatory title ³Shakers´ ± a name they later came to accept.

South Union was one of 24 villages established by the Shakers. During the village¶s 115
year history, the Shakers acquired and worked 6,000 acres of farmland, constructed over
200 buildings and maintained industries for which they gained a national reputation.
South Union garden seed, fruit preserves, brooms, hats, bonnets, baskets, rugs, linen and
silk were marketed to customers in the south from Nashville to New Orleans.

The Shakers of South Union created a unique material culture, combining the simplicity
in design mandated by Shaker leaders with the regional characteristics brought into the
community by converts steeped in southern tradition.

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Shaker Museum at South Union (Cont¶d)

Today there is still one active Shaker community located at Sabbathday Lake, Maine.
Even though the Shakers left South Union over 80 years ago, their legacy lives on
through the things they left behind. The Shaker Museum at South Union, a nonprofit
educational organization, is devoted to preserving that legacy.

The Shaker Tavern, built in 1869 as a business venture for the South Union Shakers,
housed a hotel for the ³people of the world.´ For more than 30 years, the Shaker Tavern
maintained a thriving business, catering to the Victorian railroad travelers who stopped at
South Union. Today, the Shaker Tavern is open once again to the public for overnight
accommodations. A dedication to Shaker goodness combines with the ³worldly´
Victorian atmosphere to provide a unique bed and breakfast experience. The Shaker
Tavern is also available for special events, group meals and other gatherings by
reservation. Phone: 800-929-8701

The Museum Shop offers a large collection of Shaker books and reproductions.
Handmade baskets, oval boxes, tinware, candles, Shaker brooms and herbs as well as
many other unique items are available.
For online shopping visit: www.shakermuseum.com .

HISTORIC SITE OF THE SOUTH UNION SHAKER VILLAGE 1807 -1922

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Historic Railpark Train Museum / L&N Depot

CONTACT INFORMATIO
Sharon Tabor, Executive Director
401 Kentucky Street
Bowling Green, KY. 42101
Phone: 270-745-7317
www.historicrailpark.com
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 59.9818', W086ƒ 26.2347'

DIRECTIONS

From I-65, Take Exit 26 west onto Cemetery Road (Highway 234). Follow Cemetery
Road 3 miles as it becomes 8th Avenue. Turn right onto Kentucky Street and left into the
Museum parking lot.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Tuesday through Saturday: 9am ± 5 pm


Sunday: 1pm ± 4 pm.
Closed Mondays from November to April
Monday: 9am-5pm from May to October

The museum is closed on the following holidays:


Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve (1/2 day),
New Year¶s Day, and Easter.

ADMISSION PRICES

Adult Admission: $10.00


Senior (55+) Admission: $8.00
Children 4 - 10: $5.00
Children 3 and under: Free

Group rates available. Please call to schedule your group. 270-745-7317.

The museum accepts cash, personal checks, travelers¶ checks, Discover, Mastercard and
Visa.

Purchase tickets and trip packages online at the Bowling Green Area Convention &
Visitors Bureau website at: www.visitbgky.com/packages.html

Accessibility: The train Museum is fully accessible to persons with disabilities. The
Railpark section has limited accessibility due to factors such as narrow hallways and door
openings.

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Historic Railpark and L&N Depot (Cont¶d)
DESCRIPTION

Step Aboard «For History


• Interactive Exhibits
• Personally Guided Train Tours
• Real Passenger Cars
• Continuous Movies Showing in RR Theatre
• View An Enormous Working Model Railroad Layout
• Great Gift Shop

Interactive Exhibits:

• Meet Alfred Owens, a Pullman Porter who went to work for the railroad in 1926,
see and hear him tell you about µhauling Mrs. Roosevelt.¶

• Hear the distinctive sound of the old Pan American speeding down the tracks as
recorded by the WSM Radio station in 1934 while you wait to board your
personalized tour of a real passenger train.

• Step into the wide screen L & N Theatre and relax in the plush, first class seats as
you enjoy an entertaining assortment of railroad films and classic news reels.

• Listen to Civil War Medal of Honor winner Private Pittenger¶s account of


Andrews¶ Raiders as they stole the famous ³General´ locomotive.

• Witness the burning of Bowling Green¶s first depot by five Confederate Texas
Rangers.

• Touch a button to hear the sounds of the first and last passenger trains on the L &
N Railroad.

• Ask a real Conductor, Railroad Engineer, or Dining Car Cook a question and
listen to their answers.

• Tour an authentic Pullman Sleeper, Famous Diner, and RR Presidential Office


Car; visit a little red caboose or see a 1921 RPO (Railway Post Office). Every
passenger train is pulled by a powerful engine. Sit in the engineer¶s seat of the
streamlined EMD E8 Diesel #796 Engine and imagine it roaring down the rails.

Step Aboard «For History! Step Aboard «For Fun!

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The National Corvette Museum

CONTACT INFORMATION

Katie Frassinelli, Marketing/Communications Manager


350 Corvette Drive
Bowling Green, KY. 42101
Phone: 270-781-7973
Toll Free: 800-53-VETTE (83883)
Fax: 270-781-5286
www.corvettemuseum.org
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 0.2158', W086ƒ 22.374'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 28. The National Corvette Museum is located on the southwest corner of the I-
65 and Exit 28 interchange.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open seven days a week, 8am to 5pm Central Time. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving,
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year¶s Day.

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $10.00 (as of January 1, 2010)


Youth (6 ± 16): $5.00 (as of January 1, 2010)
Children (5 and under): Free
Family (same household) $25.00 (prices subject to change)

(AAA, group, senior, military discounts)

Group Tours: Groups of 15 or more may arrange a guided tour at special rates when
booked in advance.

Special Events: April through October the Museum hosts an array of exciting events
featuring special exhibits, tours and more. You¶re invited to be a part! Check out their
website for specific dates and information: www.corvettemuseum.org .

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The National Corvette Museum (Cont¶d)

DESCRIPTION

Crafted in power and beauty, no other sports car has carried the dreams of a nation like
the Chevrolet Corvette.

Now you can imagine yourself in the driver¶s seat of America¶s sports car at the National
Corvette Museum.

Located in a 115,000 square-foot superstructure featuring an amazing 11 story-high


Skydome, the Museum is a living chronicle of the Corvette and the people who have
made it a legend. It features an ever-changing collection of more than 80 dream
Corvettes. Enjoy rare classics, famous race cars, and exotic experimental models. Watch
the history of the Corvette unfold in the Chevrolet Theatre, have a meal in the Corvette
Café, and take home your own piece of the legend from the Corvette Store. And just
minutes away from the Museum is the world¶s only Corvette Assembly Plant, offering
guided tours to the public.

Come to the heart of Corvette Country, Bowling Green, Kentucky, and experience the
dream of America¶s sports car.

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Corvette Assembly Plant Tour Guidelines
(Issued by the Corvette Assembly Plant)
Monday ± Thursday

8:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:45 PM, 2:00 PM Central Standard Time

About the Tours:


Watch the fascinating assembly process of America¶s favorite sports car in a one mile
walking tour. Observe as robots weld the steel structure and our dedicated workforce
adds parts in Trim and Chassis. See an engineering marvel as the chassis and body come
together in ³marriage´. Witness the birth of new Corvettes at First Start and the thrilling
drive off at the end of the line. (The Corvette Assembly Plant is a handicapped
accessible facility.)

Days and Times:


Public Tours are available Monday through Thursday at 8:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:45 PM,
& 2:00 PM CST.

GM Corvette Assembly Plant


600 Corvette Drive, Bowling Green, Ky. 42101
Phone: 270-745-8019
www.bowlinggreenassemblyplant.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 0.5327', W086ƒ 22.4251'

Admission Prices: $7.00

How to Get Tour Information:


Keep up to date on the status of plant tours by calling 270-745-8019 or logging onto
www.bowlinggreenassemblyplant.com . Internal business matters can cause cancellation
of tours, so it is best to call ahead.

What to Wear / What to Bring:


Closed toe shoes (no sandals) are a requirement for all visitors. No cameras, electronic
devices, backpacks, purses, fanny packs, or other packages or containers may be brought
into the plant except by special request (for medical reasons, etc.).

Age Restrictions:
Children must be seven years of age or older. School groups must be fourth grade or
above.

Plant Shutdowns:
Tours are closed on most major Holidays and during the first two weeks in July. Tours
may also be canceled during pre-production of future models or due to unexpected
business matters, so call tour information ahead!

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Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia

CONTACT INFORMATION

109 Buffalo Creek Drive


Elizabethtown, KY. 42701-7518
Phone: 270-234-1100
E-mail: info@schmidtmuseum.com
www.schmidtmuseum.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 42.815', W085ƒ 49.9524'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 94. On west side of I-65, turn right onto Buffalo Creek Drive. The museum is
just past the Holiday Inn Express.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open Year Round:


Monday ± Saturday: 10am ± 6pm ET
Sunday: Closed
Closed All Major Holidays

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $5.00
Seniors: $4.00
Tour Groups: $4.00
Students: $2.00
Student Tours: $2.00
Preschoolers Free
*Handicap Accessible

The Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia is available for group tours. If you or
your party is interested in scheduling a group tour please contact them at:
info@schmidtmuseum.com.
.

Hours of operation and admission prices are subject to change.

DESCRIPTION

The Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia is a 32,000 square foot Museum


Facility that opened in May 2006. The Museum offers:

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• Over 8,000 square feet of exhibit space


• Added displays including antique Coca-Cola delivery vehicles, turn of the
Century bottling works, vending machines, toys, bottle displays, signs, expanded
Santa exhibit and the only complete collection of classic Coca-Cola serving trays
know to exist.
• Expanded Museum Store
• 50¶s style Soda Fountain featuring Coca-Cola, snacks and sandwiches
• Extended Museum hours
• Expanded Visitor comforts
• RV and Tour Bus parking

A Brief History of Coca-Cola

Atlanta Pharmacist and former Confederate Captain in the Civil War, Dr. John Styth
Pemberton was the inventor of the ³secret formula´ that would later become known as
Coca-Cola. In 1886, while working on an elixir or in his words; ³the ideal brain tonic´,
Dr. Pemberton took the basic formula of his earlier French Wine Coca, took out the wine,
added extract of Cola nut, essential oils and other ingredients to concoct what his
bookkeeper, Frank Robinson, later branded Coca-Cola. Mr. Robinson was also
responsible for the Spencerian script used by Coca-Cola which was later to become the
most recognized trademark in the world. John Pemberton died in 1888, and through a
series of complicated transactions, another Atlanta druggist, Asa Candler, ended up with
control of the Coca-Cola Company. It was through Candler¶s brilliant marketing that
Coca-Cola¶s popularity began to spread throughout the country. Another stroke of
marketing genius was introduced by Joseph Biedenharn of Vicksburg, Mississippi. In
1894, the Biedenharn Candy Company was the first to bottle Coca-Cola in the
Hutchinson stoppered bottles. Two enterprising lawyers from Chattanooga, Tennessee
named B.F. Thomas and J.B. Whitehead, recognized the potential of selling Coca-Cola in
bottles and purchased the bottling rights for almost the entire country from an
unconvinced Asa Candler. Coca-Cola¶s history is rich with intuitive company leadership.
Under the leadership of men like Robert Woodruff, Coca-Cola became the most famous
soft drink and trademark in the world.

History of the Schmidt Family and Coca-Cola

In 1901, Ben Thomas, one of the two lawyers who purchased the bottling rights to Coca-
Cola, persuaded Frederick Schmidt to leave his managers position with Southern Railway
Express of Chattanooga and to purchase a Coca-Cola bottling franchise in Louisville,
Kentucky. In April of 1901, the first bottle of Coca-Cola was produced by the Coca-Cola
Bottling Works 2nd under the ownership of Frederick Schmidt. In 1920, Fred Schmidt
divided the Louisville Franchise Territory between his three sons and the Elizabethtown

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territory was given to, middle son, Luke Schmidt. Upon his death in 1941, his wife Irene
managed the operation until 1955 when their son Bill, after completing college and
serving as a pilot in the United States Air Force, returned to Elizabethtown to take over
the family business. Bill and his wife, Jan, represent the third generation of Coca-Cola
Bottlers. In the 1970¶s, Bill and Jan¶s two sons, Luke and Larry, began work at the
bottling plant. Luke and Larry represent the fourth generation of the Schmidt family to
be active in the business. In the mid-1980¶s, Luke left the CCBC in Elizabethtown to
organize and head up an entity dedicated to recycling plastic beverage containers. Larry
remained active in the management of the business, becoming president in the mid-
1990¶s and stayed in the position through the sale of the Coca-Cola franchise in 1999 and
the subsequent sale of the bottling and canning facility in 2004.

History of the Schmidt Museum

With completion of the third Elizabethtown Coca-Cola Bottling Plant in 1971, Bill and
his wife, Jan, began to search out a few Coca-Cola memorabilia was filling warehouses.
In 1976, dedicated space was created in the bottling plant for the Schmidt Museum
Collection of Coca-Cola Memorabilia, which opened to the public in March of 1977.
After 25 years and almost a million visitors from around the world, the Museum closed in
November of 1999 due to changes in State safety regulations. In April 2001, The
Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia reopened in the Elizabethtown Tourism and
Convention Center located at 1030 North Mulberry. The interim museum exhibited over
1,100 rare artifacts from a collection, which now numbers well over 80,000 items. In the
Fall of 2005, the Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia moved to its new 32,000
square foot museum/warehouse facility located at 109 Buffalo Creek Drive,
Elizabethtown, KY.

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THEATER & THEATRE

HORSE CAVE

Kentucky Repertory Theatre 800-342-2177

GLASGOW

Marquee Highland 8 Cinemas 270-678-1605

The Plaza Theatre 270-361-2101

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Kentucky Repertory Theatre

CONTACT INFORMATION

Robert Brock, Artistic Director


107 East Main Street
P.O. Box 215
Horse Cave, KY. 42749
Phone: 270-786-2177
Toll Free: 800-342-2177
www.kentuckyrep.org
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 10.7711', W085ƒ 54.4247'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 58. Head east on Highway 218 and Kentucky Repertory Theatre will be on the
right at 107 East Main Street in Historic Downtown Horse Cave, about 2 miles from the
interstate.

HOURS OF OPERATION

To see the performance dates scheduled for Kentucky Repertory Theatre please visit:
www.kentuckyrep.org/2009%20Season.html.

Contact Numbers & E-mail:


1-800-342-2177 or 270-786-2177 E-mail: tickets@kentuckyrep.org

ADMISSION PRICES

Single Ticket Prices:

• Friday & Saturday Evenings $19.00


• All other shows $17.00
• Students (any age with ID) $10.00
• Children (12 & under) $8.00
• Seniors (65+) 10% Off Regular Price
• Military 10% Off Regular Price
• AAA 10% Off Regular Price

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Kentucky Repertory Theatre (Cont¶d)
DESCRIPTION
KRT History
Kentucky Repertory Theatre at Horse Cave was founded in 1976 through the vision of
Horse Cave residents who identified a need to bring both cultural and economic growth
to the area. The curtain rose for the first performance on June 10, 1977 with Warren
Hammack leading as Artistic Director of what was then known as Horse Cave Theatre.
For 33 seasons the Theatre has maintained and strengthened its purpose to provide
quality, professional theatre, particularly for the citizens of Kentucky, by presenting a
repertory of work drawn from the very best of their diverse culture¶s theatrical heritage.

In addition to being one of the few remaining rotating repertory theatres in the country,
KRT is an important facilitator of cultural growth in the region. This is achieved by
providing a wide variety of educational opportunities and making live theatre experiences
accessible to everyone in the region and beyond. In 2002, Warren Hammack retired after
guiding Horse Cave Theatre for 25 years. He was succeeded by Robert Brock.

Kentucky Repertory Theatre is located in the City of Horse Cave, population 2,252 in
Hart County, Kentucky, population 17,445, a rural area in the cave region of Southern
Kentucky. In 2003 Horse Cave and Hart County were added into the Appalachian
Regional Commission (ARC), meeting ARC¶s criteria for classification as economically
distressed. In spite of this, the Theatre¶s presence for 27 years has enabled Horse Cave,
which is currently in the process of significant downtown revitalization, to retain its
identity. In addition to being added to the National Register of Historic Places, the city is
a member of the Kentucky Main Street Program established to generate renewed
confidence in downtown areas through an improved image and to create new job
opportunities through the attraction of new businesses and strengthened service/retain
markets. In addition, Horse Cave was recognized as one of eleven Kentucky cities to
receive the 2002 Enterprise Cities Award for its Heritage Festival Project. Awarded by
the Kentucky League of Cities and Lane Report, it recognized cities that demonstrate
entrepreneurship, innovation, and excellence in local governance.

The structure that houses Kentucky Repertory Theatre was renovated for the first season
in 1977 to accommodate a 346-seat auditorium featuring a modern thrust stage. At the
same time, a structure designed to resemble a tobacco-curing barn indigenous to the area
was built to provide space for the lobby and dressing rooms. A $1.3 million Addition and
Renovation project, completed in 1993, reshaped two turn-of-the century buildings into
one theatre-producing facility. The 1998 purchase of a residential building adjacent to
the Theatre and a commercial warehouse property less than one block away provided
space for the Theatre¶s administrative offices and a home for the Scene and Properties
Shops. The improvements have enabled the Theatre to produce its programs more
efficiently and to expand its production season and educational offerings through the
winter months.

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Kentucky Repertory Theatre (Cont¶d)
In 1977, local attorney Robert Hensley donated the historic Horse Cave State Bank
building to Kentucky Repertory Theatre. Employing a City Block Development Grant
and a Renaissance on Main grant, the Theatre renovated the structure, with the primary
objective of creating a home for KRT¶s newly incorporated education program, the
Kentucky Theatre for Youth. In addition, KRT included office and meeting space on the
ground floor and five units of company housing on the second floor. The estimated cost
of rehabilitation was $650,000. The building covers 2,688 square feet on the first floor
and the same amount on the second floor. The building was fully completed in 2007.

KRT is a unique gem in Southern Kentucky. For 33 years, this fully professional
(Equity) theatre has produced repertory performances of classic plays in a rural area
where fine-arts opportunities are limited. KRT has also commissioned more than two
dozen original plays. The educational arm of the Theatre served more than fifteen
thousand elementary and high school students last year alone. KRT offers student
matinees and workshops at the Theatre. Touring productions, workshops, and classes
also travel to schools in 35 counties.

KRT has been identified by U.S.A. Today as ³«one of 10 great places to see the lights
way off Broadway.´

Kentucky Repertory Theatre was selected by Governor Steve Beshear to receive the
highest honor Kentucky bestows on an arts organization, The Governor¶s Award in
Community Arts.

Kentucky Repertory Theatre was chosen by the Kentucky Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial
Commission to produce two plays about Abraham Lincoln as official activities
surrounding the celebration of his birth.

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Marquee Highland 8 Cinemas

CONTACT INFORMATION
2400 Happy Valley Road
Glasgow, KY. 42141
Phone: 270-678-1613
24 hour Movie Information: 270-678-1605
www.marqueecinemas.com/location.asp?location=4494
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 0.5689', W085ƒ 55.2723'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Head east on Highway 90 and Marquee Cinemas will be about 9 miles
from I-65 and on your left, directly across from Glasgow¶s Super Walmart.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open 365 days.

Call movie line for shows and times: 270-678-1605


Check website for shows and times:
www.marqueecinemas.com/location.asp?location=4494

ADMISSION PRICES

General Admission:
Adult: $8.00
Matinee (Shows before 6:00 pm) $6.25
Child (Ages 2 to 11) $6.25
Senior (Ages 62 & older) $6.25
Early Bird (1st show before 2pm Mon-Thur) $5.75

3-D Films:
Adult Evening: $10.50
Matinee (Shows before 6:00 pm) $8.75
Child (Ages 2 to 11) $8.75
Senior (Ages 62 & older) $8.75
Early Bird (1st show before 2pm Mon-Thur) $8.25

* Stadium Seating *Dolby Digital Sound *Handicap Accessible

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The Plaza Theatre

CONTACT INFORMATION

Steve Jones, Executive Director


115 East Main Street
Glasgow, KY. 42141
Phone: 270-361-2101
Fax: 270-834-8147
www.plaza.org
E-mail: info@plaza.org
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 59.7505', W085ƒ 54.7006'

DIRECTIONS

Take Highway 90 from I-65, Exit 53, to Glasgow. Highway 90 will become Happy
Valley Road in Glasgow and follow Happy Valley Road until it dead ends into Race
Street. Turn right on Race Street and go through three traffic lights until you reach the
town square. The Plaza Theatre will be just off the square on the northeast side.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday ± Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (closed for lunch from 12:00 noon to 1:00
PM) Evenings of performances, Box Office opens one (1) hour prior to showtime.

DESCRIPTION

History (History courtesy of Jesse Brown)


Bruce Aspley began his career in the theater business in 1917 when he purchased the
Lyon Opera House, which he remodeled and reopened as the Trigg Theatre. Money from
this successful operation was used to finance the building of his dream, the Plaza Theatre.
He traveled widely in the late 1920¶s looking for ideas to incorporate in this new movie
house.

Construction of the building, designed by local architect, Dixon Rapp, began in the spring
of 1930. Financial difficulties caused by the Great Depression made it necessary to
proceed only as funds became available. The construction took four years to complete.
According to Aspley family sources, the tile and sculptures were imported from Italy.
The Plaza became the second air conditioned building in Glasgow, the Trigg Theatre
being the first. Sound was provided by a state-of-the-art RCA system. Three giant
projectors were installed to show multi reel movies.

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The Plaza Theatre (Continued)
Bruce¶s original plan called for the Plaza to open on his birthday, July 4th, but it was not
ready. The opening came on August 23, 1934, and was accompanied by full-page ads in
local newspapers. The first show was ³The Cat¶s Paw´, starring Harold Lloyd. All 1,500
seats were reportedly sold out. Admission was 25 cents for adults in the evening, 20
cents for matinees, and 10 cents for children for all shows. These prices continued for
many years. According to Duane Aspley, Bruce¶s granddaughter, Mrs. Mary Aspley sold
tickets, while Bruce greeted guests, and Sam Gass ran the projectors. William Beatty
Jones reportedly sat on a stool for hours in front of the ticket window to buy the first
ticket. Bobby Goodman admits to having also been in that first audience.

In April 1935, Mr. Aspley announced a new policy of offering stage shows as well as
screen shows. They were usually on the same bill and at ³no advance in price.´ Uncle
Dave Macon on Wednesday and Thursday, May 1st and 2nd, 1935 headed the first live act
under this new policy. Because of the proximity to Nashville, many country music artist
appeared at the Plaza. Minnie Pearl, oretta Lynn, he Carter Family, Flatt and Scruggs,
Porter Wagoner, and Dolly Parton were among those who performed here.

Not all headliners were from country music. Dinah Shore, Roy Rogers, and Gene Autry
were among others who visited the Plaza. Gene Autry¶s January 15th, 1938, appearance
was advertised as continuous shows from 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM. During one of these
shows 3 year old Roberta Sanders responded to Gene¶s invitation and went on stage with
Gene and ³Champion the Wonder Horse.´

On one occasion the on-stage attraction was female Siamese twins who talked of their
experiences and offered musical numbers.

Throughout most of the time of its operation, the Plaza offered a different program of
movies four times each week. New movies opened each Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday,
and Saturday. One notable exception to this pattern was the original showing of ³Gone
With the Wind.´ This movie opened for a seven day run on March 21, 1940. Another
exception was an ³advance in price.´ All reserved seats were $1.26 including tax and
were available at Cherry¶s Coffee Shop. The Wednesday matinee showing was
continuous with no reservations and at a cost of 75 cents. The movie returned for a
regular engagement in February 1941.

During World War II, Mr. Aspley was active in the effort to sell war bonds and was
recognized for his efforts by the state of Kentucky and by the Secretary of the Treasury
and President Franklin Roosevelt. Food drives at Thanksgiving, free shows for children
at Christmas, and charity events to meet special needs were also held at the Plaza. Bruce
Aspley was twice honored as Glasgow¶s Man of the Year.

In 1953 the Plaza Theatre made the necessary alterations to show its first 3-D movie,
³House of Wax.´ Two years later Bruce and Mary Aspley retired and soon moved to

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The Plaza Theatre (Continued)

Florida. Their son, Walter ³Jigger´ Aspley, assumed management of the Plaza and
operated it until he sold it in the 1970s. The theater was then rented to different groups
for a variety of uses until it closed in the 1990s.

The Plaza was purchased by the city of Glasgow in September2001 for $200,000.

Renovation was begun under the leadership of Mayor Charlie Honeycutt who worked
tirelessly on the project even after he left office. Renovations have been made possible
through government grants, city funds, and the contributions of individuals and groups.

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HORSEBACK RIDING

CAVE CITY

Jesse James Riding Stables (Located at KY. Action Park) 270-773-2560


270-798-0860

MAMMOTH CAVE

Double J Stables 270-286-8167

Mammoth Cave Horse Camp 888-682-3958

LUCAS

Barren River State Resort Park Golf 270-646-2151


800-325-0057

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Jesse James Riding Stables (Located at KY. Action Park)
CONTACT INFORMATION

Mary Lou Carey, owner


3057 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3530
Toll Free: 800-798-0560
www.kentuckyactionpark.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.995', W086ƒ 0.319'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Head west on Highway 70 and Kentucky Action Park will be on the left,
about 2 miles from the interstate.

HOURS OF OPERATION

February: 10:00 am ± 6:00 pm (Open weekends, weather permitting)


March: 10:00 am ± 6:00 pm Daily
March 14th ± September: 10:00 am ± 10:00 pm (weather permitting)

ADMISSION PRICES

½ Hour: $12
1 Hour: $16
2 Hours: $30

2 ± 5 year olds must ride double with an adult


6 years and up may ride their own horse

DESCRIPTION

There is nothing more exciting than horseback riding and what better place than in
Kentucky, and at Jesse James Riding Stables.

• Jesse James Riding Stables is one of the largest riding stables in Kentucky
• Jesse James Riding Stables has been in business for over 34 years.
• They offer only guided trail rides for 2 year olds and up.
• They are also an approved site for the Kentuckiana Girl Scouts.
• People from all over the world have come to know that Jesse James Riding
Stables offers an outstanding experience and great value to vacation plans.
• Let their guides lead you into the valley, to see up close, some of the most
breathtaking scenery this area has to offer.

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Barren River State Resort Park Horseback Riding

CONTACT INFORMATION

Monica Conrad, Park Manager


1149 State Park Road
Lucas, KY. 42156
Phone: 270-646-2151
Toll Free: 800-325-0057
www.parks.ky.gov/findparks/resortparks/br/
GPS Coordinates: N36ƒ 50.1697', W086ƒ 2.2708'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 90 east to Glasgow. Turn right on US 31-E and travel
south about 14 miles to Barren River Resort State Park.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Memorial Day ± Labor Day


9:00 am ± 5:00 pm Daily

ADMISSION PRICES

Adults: $15

6 years and up may ride their own horse

Call for reservations and more prices

DESCRIPTION

The entire family can enjoy guided trail rides from Memorial Day through Labor Day
from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm, weather permitting. Rides leave every hour on the hour and
last for approximately 45 minutes. Your ride will take you through a wooded area along
the lakeshore and through a meadow area of the park. As you proceed through these
various habitat areas, you may see wildlife including, but not limited to, whitetail deer,
wild turkey, great blue herons, Canadian geese, rabbits, and may even hear the sounds of
our state bird, the Cardinal. Children under 6 are not permitted on the rides. Current
rate of $15 per person, advance signup recommended. Extension #2418.

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Double J Stables & Horseman¶s Camp

CONTACT INFORMATION

Jack Bacon
542 Lincoln School Road
Mammoth Cave, KY. 42259
Phone: 270-286-8167
Toll Free: 800-730-4773 (Only in Kentucky)
www.doublejstables.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 10.9084', W086ƒ 5.4777'

DIRECTIONS

Coming from the North on I-65, take exit 71 ± Bonneville. At the end of the ramp make
a right, go ¼ mile and make another right. Go another ¼ mile and make a left on
Highway 728. Take Highway 728 for 14 miles, go through the stop sign at Cub Run. Go
another 7 miles, pass Fork¶s Grocery Store on your left, Double J Stables is the second
paved road on the left.

HOURS OF OPERATION

March 1st - October


Call for reservations.

ADMISSION PRICES

1 Hour: $15
1 ½ Hours: $20
2 Hours: $25
4 Hours: $75
6 Hours: $95
8 Hours: $125

6 years and up may ride their own horse

DESCRIPTION

Double J Stables and Campgrounds is located off the Northeastern corner of Mammoth
Cave National Park. They are as close as you can get to Mammoth Cave National Park.
You do not need to cross or ride on any public roads to enter the park, just mount up and
ride on in. Mammoth Cave National Park offers 70 miles of beautiful scenic trails. For
the most part, they are challenging. The trailhead is located adjacent to their
campgrounds. If you are camping with your own horse, no guide is required. Trail maps
are available and all trails are newly marked.

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Mammoth Cave Horse Camp

CONTACT INFORMATION

2578 Ollie Road


Mammoth Cave, KY. 42259
Toll Free: 888-682-3958
www.mammothcavehorsecamp.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 10.9084', W086ƒ 5.4777'

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1253
Mt. Washington, KY. 40047

DIRECTIONS

From the North:

24.3 miles ± about 57 minutes from I-65

Exit I-65 at Exit 71, Bonnieville


1. Turn right (west) on Bacon Creek Road/KY-728 toward Olive Ave. 0.5 miles
2. Turn right at KY-728/US-31W 0.4 miles
3. Turn left at KY-728/Priceville Road 1.9 miles
4. Slight left to stay on KY-728/Priceville Road 3.0 miles
5. Slight left to stay on KY-728/Priceville Road
Continue to follow KY-728 11.9 miles
6. Turn left at E Gap Hill Road/KY-728 4.0 miles
7. Turn left at Ollie Road ± Mammoth Cave Horse Camp will be on the right about
2.5 miles

From the West:

28.4 miles ± about 50 minutes from Western Kentucky Parkway

Exit Western Kentucky Parkway at Exit 107, Leitchfield


1. Turn onto KY-259 heading south
2. Head south on KY-259 and continue to follow KY-259 17.2 miles
3. Turn left at KY-728/Nolin Dam Road 8.7 miles
4. Turn right at Ollie Road ± Mammoth Cave Horse Camp will be on the right about
2.5 miles

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Mammoth Cave Horse Camp (Continued)
From the South:

31.9 miles ± about 57 minutes

Exit I-65 at exit 38 Smith¶s Grove


1. Head east on Exit 38 toward KY-101/Smiths Grove & Scottsville Road 0.3 miles
2. Turn left at KY-101/Smiths Grove & Scottsville Road (signs for Smiths Grove)
Continue to follow KY-101 1.1 miles
th
3. Turn left at 6 Street/KY-101 Continue to follow KY-101 2.7 miles
4. Turn left at KY-101/Louisville Road/US-31W 0.7 miles
5. Turn right at S Chalybeate Road/KY-101 5.3 miles
6. Slight left at Brownsville Road/KY-259 Continue to follow KY-259 10.6 miles
7. Turn right at KY-728/Nolin Dam Road 8.7 miles
8. Turn right at Ollie Road, Mammoth Cave Horse Camp will be on the right 2.5
miles

HOURS OF OPERATION

Now open 7 days per week. Call for reservations.

RATES

Campsite Electric & Water $24.00 nightly


Primitive (water nearby) $16.00 nightly

Stalls 10 x 12 covered stall $10.00 nightly


(Stall rental includes sawdust; stalls must be cleaned daily by guest)

Stall cleaning We will clean your stall while $5.00


Your horse is on the trail

Picket Line Only allowed on designated sites $5.00


Per horse per night

Special Event Pricing:

Regular Camping Rates Apply Plus the Following Fees:


2 Night Events - $49.00 Adult $29.00 Youth Children Free
3 Night Events- $69.00 Adult $39.00 Youth Children Free

Adult = 18 and over Youth = 13 -17 Children = 12 & under Free

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Mammoth Cave Horse Camp (Continued)
DESCRIPTION

Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is nestled on the fringe of Mammoth Cave National Park in
south central Kentucky. You will experience approximately 60 miles of back country
trails offering incredible views of big timber, caves, rivers, waterfalls, creeks, four
seasons of color and an abundance of wildlife.

While in camp you will enjoy first class amenities including water, electric, picnic tables,
fire rings and a modern restroom shower facility. Additionally, you can rest comfortably
knowing that your beloved equine is safe and secure in his 10 x 12 foot covered stall.

Plan to attend one of their ³Special Event´ weekend rides this year that will include
delicious ³home style cooking´ and evening entertainment. Let them host a weekend ride
for your trail or saddle club; just give them a call at: 888-682-3958.

Campground:
• Each developed site has a water hydrant and an electrical pedestal
• The electrical pedestal will accommodate 20, 30, 50 amp trailers
• Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring/grill
• Primitive sites do not have electric but there is water nearby
• There are 6 private multi-users showers
• There are men and women¶s restrooms with flush toilets

For your Horses:


• Stalls are 10 x 12 with a 4 foot gate, hay rack and bucket hooks
• Stall rental includes sawdust
• Stalls are to be cleaned daily by guest (or they will do it for you for a small fee)
• Bring your own buckets, hay bags, etc.
• They provide wheel barrows and manure pits ± bring your own muck fork
• Water is located at the barns
• There is a horse wash area near the barns
• On sites that allow picketing there are permanent posts ± bring your own picket
line

If you prefer to let someone else do the cooking for you«..there are a couple of
restaurants within a short driving distance of their campground. The Backwoods Café is
located 2.5 miles from the Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. They feature a breakfast and
dinner buffet as well as a diverse menu and the food is all cooked ³home style´. You can
also ride to the restaurant through the park, tie up your horse on a hitching rail and have a
delicious meal and then ride back to the campground. It is about a 1.5 hour ride on
horseback.

³Ride Kentucky¶s Premier Trails, Stay at Kentucky¶s Premier Horse Camp´

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CAMPGROUNDS & RV PARKS

CAVE CITY

Cave Country RV Campground 270-773-4687

Jellystone Park ± Camp ± Resort - Cabins 270-773-3840


800-523-1854

Jesse James Campground & Cabins 270-773-2560


800-798-0560

Mammoth Cave Mountain Bikes & Camping 270-773-6087

Oake¶s Campground 270-773-4740

Singing Hills Campground 270-773-3789

PARK CITY

Diamond Caverns Campground 270-749-3114

MAMMOTH CAVE

Mammoth Cave Campground 270-758-2424


877-444-6777

Double J Stables & Campground 270-286-8167

Mammoth Cave Horse Camp 888-682-3958

HORSE CAVE

KOA Campground & Cabins 270-786-2819

NOLIN LAKE

Nolin Lake State Park 270-286-4511

Moutardier Marina & Campground 270-286-4069

BARREN RIVER

Barren River State Park Camping 800-325-0057


270-646-2151

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Cave Country RV Campground

CONTACT INFORMATION

Jeff Lawson, Owner


216 Gaunce Drive
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-4678
E-mail: office@cavecountryrv.com
www.cavecountryrv.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.1493', W085ƒ 58.1485'
Free WiFi in the park

DIRECTIONS

From I-65 Southbound: Take Exit 53, turn right onto Highway 90 at interchange.
Follow Highway 90 down the hill (about .4 miles) past the red light. Turn left at the next
street (Sanders St.) between Cracker Barrel and McDonald¶s. Make the first right onto
Gaunce Drive. The campground is on your right hand side (about 100 yards).

From I-65 Northbound: Take Exit 53, turn right onto Highway 90 at interchange.
Follow Highway 90 down the hill (about .4 miles) past the red light. Turn left at the next
street (Sanders Street) between Cracker Barrel and McDonald¶s. Make the first right
onto Gaunce Drive. The campground is on your right hand side (about 100 yards).

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.


Sunday ± Saturday: 10:00 am ± 6:00 pm CST

ADMISSION PRICES

At Cave Country RV Campground you¶ll get great RV campground rates near Mammoth
Cave National Park. If you¶re looking for a convenient stop from your travels, or
planning an enjoyable vacation in Mammoth Cave country, consider Cave Country RV
Campground as your home away from home.

In order to make your RV vacation more affordable, we offer RV campground rates


based on nightly and weekly packages, plus we have monthly and group rate options.
After a long day of driving or sightseeing and exploring, you¶ll appreciate the luxury of
long pull-thru sites, full hookups, sparkling clean facilities and other amenities at a great
RV camping rate. Call us and « Ask about our RV Campground Discounts. Come to
Mammoth Cave country and experience the best RV camping in central Kentucky!

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Cave Country RV Campground (Continued)

RV Campground Rates Per Night:

30 Amp Site/Night: $32.00


50 Amp Site/Night: $34.00
(This includes 2 persons per site, full hook ups, wse cable TV & WiFi)

RV Campground Rates Per Week:

30 Amp Site/Week: $189.00


50 Amp Site/Week: $195.00
(This includes 2 persons per site, full hook ups, wse cable TV & WiFi)

Monthly Rates begin at $450.00 plus electric*

Group Rates are also available*

Cave Country RV Campground welcomes RV Group Campers and Travel Clubs

* Contact campground Manager for monthly and group rate details. Other rules and
restrictions may apply.

DESCRIPTION

• 30 or 50 amp service featuring Parkmate electrical pedestal


• Municipal sewer hookups at all sites
• Comcast cable TV available
• All pull-thrus
• Sparkling clean restrooms
• Laundry room
• Basic RV supplies for sale in office
• Free WiFi internet access from the convenience of your coach
• Buddy sites available
• Picnic pavilion seats 90

The ³Big-Rig´ Friendly RV Campground near Mammoth Cave National Park

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Yogi Bear¶s Jellystone Park ± Camp - Resort

CONTACT INFORMATION

Bill and Kay Pott, Owner


1002 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3840
Toll Free: 800-523-1854
E-mail: yogi@jellystonemammothcave.com
www.jellystonemammothcave.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.0805', W085ƒ 59.7322'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70 west about 1 miles from I-65 and Jellystone Park and
Campground will be on your right.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

FACILITIES

Over 200 campsites including 20/30/50 amp electrical, water, sewer and primitive sites.

* 47 rental cabins of various sizes * Clean restrooms


* Fire rings & picnic tables at all sites * Game room
* Free Hi-Speed WiFi to all campsites & cabins * 300¶ waterslide
* Campground store * Volleyball
* Amphitheater * Pavilion
* Mini-golf * Horseshoes
* Basketball * Snack Bar
* Rental golf carts * Fishing pond for the kids
* Pet playground * Propane
* Ice and Firewood * Laundry facilities
* Outdoor movies * Hey-hey-hey rides
* Karaoke * Swimming pool
* Kiddie Pool * Children¶s playgrounds
* Full time recreational staff * Family reunions
* Memorial Day to Labor Day nondenominational Sunday services.

Creating memories for family and friends is what they are all about at Yogi Bear¶s
Jellystone Park Camp Resort in Mammoth Cave Kentucky.

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Yogi Bear¶s Jellystone Park (Continued)
2009 RATE SCHEDULE
Halloween
Off Season Peak Season Holidays Weekends
Primitive area, no hookups $20 $27 $32 $25
Water/Electric $25 $38 $45 $35
W/E/S 30 amp electric $28 $43 $50 $38
Generally 25-35¶ site length
W/E/S/TV 30 amp electric $30 $45 $52 $38
Generally 40-45¶ site length
Full Hookup 30/50 electric $35 $48 $55 $40
Generally 45-70¶ site length
Efficiency Cabin $53 $83 $98 $65
Amish Cabin $69 $115 $129 $85
Log Cabin $69 $115 $129 $85
Savannah Cabin $75 $115 $129 $85
Independence Cabin $90 $130 $140 $135
Cumberland Cabin $90 $135 $150 $105
2 Bedroom Cabin $95 $150 $160 $115
Bungalow $140 $190 $210 $150
Bunkhouse $75 $110 $115 $90
Bear Dens $40 $55 $60 $53
Cabin Cleaning/Security $100 $100 $100 $100

Award recognition by Yogi Bear¶s Jellystone Park Franchise System:

2004 - 2008
Pinnacle and Excellence Awards for Facilities and Operations

2005 ± 2008
Outstanding Recreational Programming

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Jesse James Campground (Located at KY. Action Park)
CONTACT INFORMATION

Mary Lou Carey, owner


3057 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3530
Toll Free: 800-798-0560
www.kentuckyactionpark.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.995', W086ƒ 0.319'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Head west on Highway 70 and Kentucky Action Park will be on the left,
about 2 miles from the interstate.

HOURS OF OPERATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

2 Full hook ups


Water, electric, and sewer
Partial hook ups with electric and water
20 Primitive sites
Bathhouse and water available

DESCRIPTION

The cabins at Jesse James Campground have the look of the old west, but offer many
modern amenities. Cabins are fully furnished and offer full baths, kitchenettes complete
with table, refrigerator, cookware, dishes, silverware, microwave, hot plate, and coffee
maker, TV with DVD/VCR combo, individual charcoal grills, picnic tables, and all linens
and towels are supplied. All cabins have a loft which can sleep up to 6 children. No beds
are in the loft so bring your children¶s sleeping bags. Each cabin overlooks the beautiful
rolling hills and valleys of South Central Kentucky, the perfect end to a long fun-filled
day at Kentucky Action Park and Jesse James Riding Stables.

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Mammoth Cave Adventures & Campground

CONTACT INFORMATION

Shawn Bull, Owner


1994 Roy Hunter Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-6087
www.mammothcave-adventures.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 10.5655', W086ƒ 1.9325'

DIRECTIONS

PRICES

$15 Campsites per night

Cash and travelers checks only

DESCRIPTION

Mammoth Cave Adventures and Camping welcomes you to a breathtaking getaway!


Enjoy your camping vacation with privacy. Camp on ridges overlooking the breathtaking
woods and bluffs throughout our remote campsites. Looking for scenic mountain bike
trails? Come and pedal through lush deep woods or ride the back roads that border
Mammoth Cave National Park.

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The Oakes Motel & Campground
CONTACT INFORMATION

Maria and AJ,Amirudden, Owners


5091 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-4740
Fax: 270-773-4842
E-mail: oakes@scrtc.com
www.theoakesmotel.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.6156', W086ƒ 3.3216'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Head west on Highway 70 and travel about 4 miles. Highway 70 will
make a sharp left as it intersects with Highway 255. The Oakes Motel & Campground
will be on the left side of the road at this corner intersection.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.


24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Full RV Hook Ups with water, electricity, and sewer: $25.00 per night plus tax.
Campsites with utilities: $22.00 per night plus tax.
Campsites without utilities: $20.00 per night plus tax.

DESCRIPTION

The Oakes Motel & Campground is a locally owned and operated motel and campground
in Cave City, Kentucky, for cabins, campsites, tents, RVs, and campers. There
comfortable, home-like cabins and campsites with full hookups are a place where you¶ll
find real Southern Hospitality. The owners, AJ and Maria, invite you to visit and enjoy
all that they have to offer.

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The Oakes Motel & Campground (Continued)
Historic, Comfortable Accommodations
The Oakes Motel and Campground has 10 cozy cabins, sheltered among large oak trees.
It was built in 1928 and has been restored to offer a comfortable place to stay on your

visit to the Mammoth Cave area. If you are driving an RV, they can also accommodate
you with full hookups for water, electricity, and also sewer in their campground. And
finally, if you like to carry your ³Room´ in a duffle bag, they have tent spaces. All of
their campsites have access to full restroom and bath facilities with separate sections for
men and women.

The Oakes cabins range in size up to three rooms, complete with a kitchen and room for 6
adults. They have a cabin with a nice kitchenette. And, they have several cabins perfect
for 2 people (Great for Honeymooners). They have 1 cabin that will sleep 4 people, but
they don¶t have phones in the cabins (you are on vacation to get away from it all, right?!).
All of the Oakes cabins have air-conditioning, microwave, refrigerator, linens, and DISH
Network TV. They are open year-round, and they welcome your pets. Are you traveling
with a group? They now have a clean comfortable bunkhouse that sleeps up to 9 people.
Great for scout groups or families.

Enjoy the Great Surroundings


The Oakes Motel & Campground is the closest lodging facility to Mammoth Cave
National Park ± less than 10 minutes and 2 miles to the Visitor Center, but is also
convenient to all the great activities available in Cave City. They are located 4 miles
west of I-65 (Exit 53) on US Highway 70, which puts them just minutes from amusement
parks, horseback riding, miniature golf, hiking, and museums. If you enjoy canoeing,
visit nearby Mammoth Cave Canoe and Kayak Company for a scenic trip on the Green
River.

At the Oakes Motel & Campground, you¶ll be comfortable with their accommodations,
and they will do all they can to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. They know that
you and your family will be pleased with their rooms, their rates, and their service.

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Singing Hills RV Park & Campground

CONTACT INFORMATION

Beth and Eldon Brown, Owners


4110 Mammoth Cave Road
Cave City, KY. 42127
Phone: 270-773-3789
Fax: 270-773-3879
E-mail: info@singinghillsrvpark.com
www.singinghillsrvpark.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 7.9442', W086ƒ 1.3472'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Head west on Highway 70 and travel about 3 miles. Singing Hills RV
Park and Campground will be on your right (almost directly opposite Ridgetop Pay
Lake).

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

DESCRIPTION

Singing Hills was purchased in January 2007 by Eldon and Beth Brown. They have been
busy cleaning, repairing, and sprucing up so Singing Hills will be in great shape for your
visit. Singing Hills has something for everyone. It offers a quiet place to rest at the end
of a busy day. There is room to go for a walk and enjoy the natural beauty of the park. A
fully stocked pond awaits those who prefer to relax with a fishing pole in hand. Fishing
is free and no license is required.

Here are some of the things that have been done since they purchased the campground to
make Singing Hills more comfortable for their RV guests and tent campers:

• New sites have been added


• New roads have been added
• 50 amp pedestals at several of the RV sites
• new picnic tables
• school yard type swing set has been installed
• propane filling station has been added
• bath house scrubbed and painted
• office cleaned and painted
• pond cleaned and ready for fishing

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• new signs all around the campground


• new user friendly site maps
• WiFi connection available throughout the park
• Daily weather report posted on office bulletin board

Singing Hills is located in the heart of Kentucky¶s beautiful cave country just outside
Mammoth Cave National Park. It is easily accessible from I-65 and is close to many of
the area attractions.

Eldon and Beth enjoy being with people and want to make sure that every guest at
Singing Hills feels welcome. They want each of their guests to have an enjoyable
camping experience. Eldon and Beth live on the campground, in the mobile home behind
the office. They maintain regular office hours and are available 24/7 in case of
emergency.

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Diamond Caverns Campground
CONTACT INFORMATION
Lana Riddle
1878 Mammoth Cave Parkway
P.O. Box 305
Park City, KY. 42160
Phone: 270-749-2891 Ext. 118
Reservations: 270-749-3114
www.mammothcave.com/dcrcamp.htm
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 6.8792', W086ƒ 3.7286'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 48. Diamond Caverns Campground is located 1 mile west of the I-65
interchange on Mammoth Cave Parkway.

HOURS OF OPERATION
Open year round.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Full Hookup = $27.50 for 2 people


Age 3-17 + $1.00 per person
18 & over + $2.00 per person

Water/Electric = $24.00 for 2 people


Age 3-17 + $1.00 per person
18 & over + $2.00 per person

Primitive = $22.00 for 2 people


Age 3-17 + $1.00 per person
18 & over + $2.00 per person

COAST TO COAST AFFILIATION

Diamond Caverns Campground is a Coast to Coast camping facility with full hook-ups
and a large selection of campsites for the tent campers. The recreation center provides
members with tanning facilities, exercise tables, and a workout area. They have a sauna
and a Jacuzzi for relaxing after the workout. There is a game room for teens, and a
family center for the whole family.

Reservations for either campground can be made by calling Diamond Caverns Resort and
Golf Club at 1-270-749-3114, M onday through Friday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm CST.

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Diamond Caverns Campground (Continued)

DESCRIPTION

Diamond Caverns is a beautiful and spacious campground located in a wooded setting


only seven miles from Mammoth Cave National Park. There are full hook-ups for those
big RVs that have it all, as well as special sites for those who wish to ³rough it´ a little.
However, you will never have to be too primitive. They have shower facilities,
restrooms, and laundry right on the premises. There is a pavilion for family ³get-
togethers,´ fishing, paddle boats, a playground, and a snack bar.

Enjoy the fellowship of other campers around their pool, or take a stroll around their
stunning lake. Diamond Cavern campsites provide campers with lots of room.

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Mammoth Cave National Park - Camping

CONTACT INFORMATION

P.O. Box 7
Mammoth Cave, KY. 42259
Phone: 270-758-2180
www.nps.gov/maca/planyourvisit/camping.htm

DIRECTIONS

HOURS OF OPERATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

There are few better ways to discover the pleasures and curiosities of the sunlit side of
Mammoth Cave National Park than to camp among the trees or by the waters. The park
offers camping in three developed campgrounds and in more than a dozen primitive sites
in the backcountry and along the Green and Nolin Rivers. The table below will help you
choose the one that¶s best for you. Also be sure to check Campground Regulations.

Mammoth Cave Campground is first-come, first serve from September 16 ± May 15.

Mammoth Houchins
Campground Cave Ferry Maple Springs

4 Equestrian / 3
Sites 105 / 4 group 12 group
Fees (per night) $17 / $20 $12 $22 / $30
Reservations Yes No Yes
RV Sites Yes No No
RV Hookups No No Yes
Dump Station Yes No No
Grill & Tables Yes Yes Yes
Camp Store Yes Yes Yes
Toilets: Flush Yes No No
Toilets: Chemical No Yes Yes
Showers Yes No No
Coin Laundry Yes No No
Water Yes Yes Yes
Large Groups Yes No Yes

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DESCRIPTION

MAMMOTH CAVE CAMPGROUND

Located ¼ mile from the park Visitor Center, this campground includes 105 sites. Each
site features a paved parking area, a picnic table, and a fire ring. The campground has
restrooms, fresh water, a dump station, garbage dumpsters, and a recycling station.

There are no hookups for electricity or water. The camping fee is $17 per night per site
and $8.50 for visitors with Golden Age/Golden Access passports and America The
Beautiful Senior/Access Passports. No Refunds. Reservations are recommended during
peak season (May 15 ± September 15). NOTE: Mammoth Cave Campground is open
year-round for first come, first served camping. Check-in time is 12 noon, and check-out
time is 11am. A maximum of 8 persons is permitted at each site, and campers may stay a
maximum of 14 days in a calendar year. Showers, operated by the park concessioner, are
open daily March 1 ± November 30, 6am ± 10pm, $2/10 min. Showers are located
behind the Service Center adjacent to the campground. Emergency phone numbers, and
announcements regarding park activities, are posted at the bulletin board at the
campground entrance.

Group Sites

Mammoth Cave Campground also offers 4 sites to accommodate groups, with limit of 16
campers per site. Each site has paved parking, picnic tables, and a fire ring.
$20/night/site. No discount offered on group camping. Check-in time is 12 noon, and
check-out time is 11am. No refunds. Reservations are recommended during peak season
(May 15 through September 14). During non-peak season, you may call the campground
at 270-758-2424.

HOUCHINS FERRY CAMPGROUND

Located 15 miles from the park Visitor Center on the south bank of the Green River, this
campground includes 12 sites. Each site has a picnic table and a fire grate. The
campground has chemical toilets, fresh water, and an adjacent picnic shelter.

This campground is not suitable for large trailers or RVs.

The camping fee is $12 per night per site and $6 for visitors with Golden Age/Golden
Access and America The Beautiful Senior/Access passports. No refunds. Campsites are
available on a first-come, first-served basis. The ferry operates from 10:15 a.m. to 6:00
p.m. daily from March 4 ± November except when repairs or hazardous river conditions
prevent operation.

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Mammoth Cave National Park ± Camping (Cont¶d)
MAPLE SPRINGS GROUP CAMPGROUND

Notice: Due to damage from the January 2009 ice storm, campsites 5, 6 and 7 in
Maple Springs Group Campground will be closed until further notice. We
apologize for any inconvenience.

Located 6 miles from the Visitor Center and 3 miles north of the Green River Ferry, this
campground has 7 sites. Each site has multiple picnic tables and fire rings, chemical
toilets, garbage dumpsters, and fresh water available.

Three of these sites are group sites with a 24 / person limit, fee $30 per night per site.

Four of the Maple Springs sites are Equestrian sites with hitching posts and trailer
parking, limit 8 horses / site. Two of these sites have water / electric hook-ups, fee $30
per night per site. Two sites without hook-ups, fee $22 per night per site.

No discount for visitors with Golden Age / Golden Access or America The Beautiful
Senior / Access Passports. No refunds. Reservations are required. Maple Springs
Campground check-in time is 12 noon and check-out time is 11am.

Note: The most direct route from the Visitor Center to the Group Campground requires
crossing the Green River Ferry. The ferry has a load limit of 8 tons. High or low water
conditions may impede crossing, especially of motor homes or trailered units. The ferry
is open 6 a.m. to 9:55 p.m. daily, except when repairs or hazardous river conditions
prevent operation. For information on ferry status, you may call the Green River Ferry
Information Line at (270) 758-2166. An alternate route to the campground via state and
county roads is 35 miles from the Visitor Center.

BACKCOUNTRY CAMPING

Twelve peaceful and scenic backcountry campsites offer opportunities to find solitude
and appreciate the beauty and diversity of Mammoth Cave National Park¶s rugged hills
and majestic woodlands.

Overnight camping is permitted at designated sites and along floodplains more than ½
mile away from ferry crossings or developed campgrounds. Each campsite holds a
maximum of 8 people.

All sites except McCoy Hollow have a nearby water source. Boil and treat water before
drinking, or carry in your own drinking water.

A free backcountry use permit is required for all camping at backcountry campsites and
along the river floodplain. Go in person to the backcountry permit office, located in the
Visitor Center ticket sales area, to obtain your permit and a free trail map showing

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Mammoth Cave National Park ± Camping (Cont¶d)
backcountry campsites ± be aware that backcountry permits are not issued during the last
hour before the Visitor Center closes each day. Check at (270) 758-2180 for Visitor
Center hours. Detailed maps and guidebooks are available for sale in the book sales area.

CAMPING REGULATIONS

Rules are found on the bulletin boards.

• Pay camping fee at entrance kiosk. Check-in time is 12 noon. Check-out time is
11 am.
• Maximum of 8 persons per site. Maximum 14-day stay in calendar year.
• Park wheeled vehicles on asphalt pads. All vehicles must fit asphalt; overflow
parking located at Service Center adjacent to campground.
• Confine fire to established fire rings. You may pick-up any dead or downed
wood or purchase wood from the Campstore located at the Service Center. Store
hours vary with season, check bulletin board at kiosk for current hours.
• Quiet hours 10 pm to 6 am. Generators are permitted from 6 am to 10 pm as long
as they are properly muffled and do not create unreasonable noise.
• Keep pets on a leash at all times. Do not leave pets unattended at campsite.
Kennels are available at the Mammoth Cave Hotel. Dispose of pet waste in
garbage.
• Mark your campsite when you leave so others know it is occupied. Articles left
unattended on an unpaid campsite for 24 hours may be impounded.
• Showers are operated by the park concessionaire and are located at the Service
Center. Showers and laundry are open daily March 1 through November 30.
• Do not chop, cut, saw, or drive nails into standing trees. Do not use mechanized
saws in the park.
• Fireworks, firearms, bows, air rifles, blowguns, slingshots, and other weapons
capable of destruction are prohibited in the park.
• Mini-bikes, mopeds, and motorcycles are only permitted on improved roads.
• Roller skates, rollerblades, skateboards, coasting vehicles, or similar devices are
allowed only in the campground.
• Water hydrants are for collection of water to be used at campsite. Washing dishes
or clothing at water hydrants is prohibited.
• To eliminate unpleasant odors and muddy campsites, catch your drain water in
buckets and empty into toilets in the restrooms.
• Do not dig, trench, or level ground at your campsite.
• When food is not being prepared or eaten, it must be stored inside a vehicle to
prevent wildlife access to human food. Do not feed or play with wildlife. Wild
animals that become dependant on human handouts may lose their ability to
forage independently when campers disappear in the ³off-season.´
• All plants in Mammoth Cave National Park are protected. Collection of any
portion of a plant is prohibited.

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Mammoth Cave National Park ± Camping (Cont¶d)

• Obey the 15-mph speed limit and the stop signs in the campgrounds. Watch for
children at play.
• To avoid poisonous snakes, carry a flashlight or lantern when walking after dark.
• Overnight camping is not permitted in parking lots, overlooks, or along roadsides
in the park.

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Mammoth Cave Horse Camp

CONTACT INFORMATION

2578 Ollie Road


Mammoth Cave, KY. 42259
Toll Free: 888-682-3958
www.mammothcavehorsecamp.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 10.9084', W086ƒ 5.4777'

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1253
Mt. Washington, KY. 40047

DIRECTIONS

From the North:

24.3 miles ± about 57 minutes from I-65

Exit I-65 at Exit 71, Bonnieville


8. Turn right (west) on Bacon Creek Road/KY-728 toward Olive Ave. 0.5 miles
9. Turn right at KY-728/US-31W 0.4 miles
10. Turn left at KY-728/Priceville Road 1.9 miles
11. Slight left to stay on KY-728/Priceville Road 3.0 miles
12. Slight left to stay on KY-728/Priceville Road
Continue to follow KY-728 11.9 miles
13. Turn left at E Gap Hill Road/KY-728 4.0 miles
14. Turn left at Ollie Road ± Mammoth Cave Horse Camp will be on the right about
2.5 miles

From the West:

28.4 miles ± about 50 minutes from Western Kentucky Parkway

Exit Western Kentucky Parkway at Exit 107, Leitchfield


5. Turn onto KY-259 heading south
6. Head south on KY-259 and continue to follow KY-259 17.2 miles
7. Turn left at KY-728/Nolin Dam Road 8.7 miles
8. Turn right at Ollie Road ± Mammoth Cave Horse Camp will be on the right about
2.5 miles

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From the South:

31.9 miles ± about 57 minutes

Exit I-65 at exit 38 Smith¶s Grove


9. Head east on Exit 38 toward KY-101/Smiths Grove & Scottsville Road 0.3 miles
10. Turn left at KY-101/Smiths Grove & Scottsville Road (signs for Smiths Grove)
Continue to follow KY-101 1.1 miles
th
11. Turn left at 6 Street/KY-101 Continue to follow KY-101 2.7 miles
12. Turn left at KY-101/Louisville Road/US-31W 0.7 miles
13. Turn right at S Chalybeate Road/KY-101 5.3 miles
14. Slight left at Brownsville Road/KY-259 Continue to follow KY-259 10.6 miles
15. Turn right at KY-728/Nolin Dam Road 8.7 miles
16. Turn right at Ollie Road, Mammoth Cave Horse Camp will be on the right 2.5
miles

HOURS OF OPERATION

Now open 7 days per week. Call for reservations.

RATES

Campsite Electric & Water $24.00 nightly


Primitive (water nearby) $16.00 nightly

Stalls 10 x 12 covered stall $10.00 nightly


(Stall rental includes sawdust; stalls must be cleaned daily by guest)

Stall cleaning We will clean your stall while $5.00


Your horse is on the trail

Picket Line Only allowed on designated sites $5.00


Per horse per night

Special Event Pricing:

Regular Camping Rates Apply Plus the Following Fees:


2 Night Events - $49.00 Adult $29.00 Youth Children Free
3 Night Events- $69.00 Adult $39.00 Youth Children Free

Adult = 18 and over Youth = 13 -17 Children = 12 & under Free

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DESCRIPTION

Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is nestled on the fringe of Mammoth Cave National Park in
south central Kentucky. You will experience approximately 60 miles of back country
trails offering incredible views of big timber, caves, rivers, waterfalls, creeks, four
seasons of color and an abundance of wildlife.

While in camp you will enjoy first class amenities including water, electric, picnic tables,
fire rings and a modern restroom shower facility. Additionally, you can rest comfortably
knowing that your beloved equine is safe and secure in his 10 x 12 foot covered stall.

Plan to attend one of their ³Special Event´ weekend rides this year that will include
delicious ³home style cooking´ and evening entertainment. Let them host a weekend ride
for your trail or saddle club; just give them a call at: 888-682-3958.

Campground:
• Each developed site has a water hydrant and an electrical pedestal
• The electrical pedestal will accommodate 20, 30, 50 amp trailers
• Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring/grill
• Primitive sites do not have electric but there is water nearby
• There are 6 private multi-users showers
• There are men and women¶s restrooms with flush toilets

For your Horses:


• Stalls are 10 x 12 with a 4 foot gate, hay rack and bucket hooks
• Stall rental includes sawdust
• Stalls are to be cleaned daily by guest (or they will do it for you for a small fee)
• Bring your own buckets, hay bags, etc.
• They provide wheel barrows and manure pits ± bring your own muck fork
• Water is located at the barns
• There is a horse wash area near the barns
• On sites that allow picketing there are permanent posts ± bring your own picket
line

If you prefer to let someone else do the cooking for you«..there are a couple of
restaurants within a short driving distance of their campground. The Backwoods Café is
located 2.5 miles from the Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. They feature a breakfast and
dinner buffet as well as a diverse menu and the food is all cooked ³home style´. You can
also ride to the restaurant through the park, tie up your horse on a hitching rail and have a
delicious meal and then ride back to the campground. It is about a 1.5 hour ride on
horseback.

³Ride Kentucky¶s Premier Trails, Stay at Kentucky¶s Premier Horse Camp´

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KOA Campground

CONTACT INFORMATION

Horse Cave KOA


489 Flint Ridge Road
Horse Cave, KY. 42749
Phone: 270-786-2819
Toll Free: 800-562-2809
E-mail: hckoa@yahoo.com
www.koa.com/where/ky/17141/
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 12.1781', W085ƒ 56.4172'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 58. Horse Cave KOA is located on the southwest corner of I-65, Exit 58 and
Highway 218.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

DESCRIPTION

If you¶ve ever been intrigued by the subterranean world, plan a stay at the Horse Cave
KOA. It lies in the heart of one of the most significant cave regions on the planet.
Beneath the area¶s rumpled hills, eons of dripping and flowing waters have worn through
the limestone bedrock, creating a maze of underground rooms, rivers and sinkholes.
Nearby Mammoth Cave National Park preserves the world¶s largest known cave system.
Sign on for a tour for an unforgettable introduction to this geological wonder. If you¶re
up for adventure, try the belly-crawling six-hour Wild Cave Tour. Cleanup is easy at
KOA, where you¶ll find hot showers and laundry facilities. Kamping Kabins, shady pull
thrus, a swimming pool, mini golf and a playground for the kids make this a relaxing
base. In fall, the trees will reward you with glorious color.

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Resorts
PARK CITY

Diamond Caverns Resort & Golf Club 270-749-3114


Golf
Condos
Campground

Park Mammoth Resort 270-749-4101


The Lodge at Park Mammoth Resort
The Lookout Restaurant at Park Mammoth
Cave Valley Golf Club
Rockcastle Shooting Center

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Diamond Caverns Resort & Golf
CONTACT INFORMATION
Lana Riddle
1878 Mammoth Cave Parkway
P.O. Box 305
Park City, KY. 42160
Phone: 270-749-2891 Ext. 118
Reservations: 270-749-3114
www.mammothcave.com/dcrcamp.htm
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 6.8792', W086ƒ 3.7286'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 48. Diamond Caverns Resort is located 1 mile west of the I-65 interchange on
Mammoth Cave Parkway.

DIAMOND CAVERNS CONDOM INIUMS

This is your opportunity to enjoy the splendor and beauty of Kentucky¶s Award Winning
Resort. The moment you enter Diamond Caverns Resort & Golf Club you feel the
ambiance and romantic atmosphere designed to rekindle your spirit and create an
atmosphere for memories. From the comfort and privacy of condo-suites, to an Olympic
size swimming pool, a racquetball court and an 18-hole golf course, Diamond Caverns
Resort and Golf Club truly captures the spirit of Kentucky!

Many of their condominiums feature two bedrooms, perfect for the entire family! Their
large kitchens make meal time a simple pleasure. Relax in your very own dining room,
stretch your legs in the living room to watch some TV, or step out onto the deck to watch
the deer as they wander out of the forest at sunset. The condos are conveniently located
just far enough from the highway that you can¶t hear the traffic, yet close enough to be at
Diamond Caverns Cave or Mammoth Cave National Park in just moments.

They are affiliated with Resort Condominiums International (RCI), so you can rest
assured that they meet the highest standards of quality for vacation condominiums and
related facilities.

Whether for a week or a weekend, call them for reservations at: 270-749-3114.

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Park Mammoth Resort & Rockcastle Shooting Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
Nick Noble, Owner
22850 Louisville Road
Park City, KY. 42160
Phone: 270-749-4101
Fax: 270-749-2524
E-mail: info@parkmammothresort.us
www.parkmammothresort.us
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 5.4333', W086ƒ 4.0926'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 48. Head east about a ¼ mile to US 31-W. Take US 31-W south about a mile
and the entrance to Park Mammoth Resort will be on your right.

PARK MAMMOTH RESORT - THE LODGE


Nestled atop a wooded bluff, on the doorstep of Mammoth Cave National Park, The
Lodge and Conference Center at Park Mammoth Resort offers spectacular views of
Kentucky¶s historic Cave Region. The Lodge exudes southern charm with its hospitable
walnut paneled lobby, fireplaces, full service restaurant and cozy coffee bar and café.
Updates to the décor of 100 large, clean, and comfortable guest rooms will be underway
very soon.

The standard rooms offer two double beds and romantic honeymoon suites are available.
As renovations commence, the standard rooms will be changed to a double queen bed
offering, and premium executive suites will be offered. The guest rooms will be updated
to reflect ties to Kentucky¶s historic and sporting lifestyle.

Other amenities include an indoor heated pool, cable TV, wireless high-speed internet
access, miniature golf, 3.5 mile nature trail, and meeting rooms. You can stay as long as
you¶d like, but they are certain you¶ll never want to leave.

PARK MAMMOTH RESORT - THE ROCKCASTLE SPORTS CENTER


Starting in 2009, development is scheduled to begin on a very dynamic and unique
shooting complex, which will combine a number of recreational and tactical shooting
ranges to create the foundation of The Rockcastle Shooting Center at Park Mammoth
Resort. The early features will include 3D archery, scenario paintball fields, a variety of
rifle and pistol ranges, and shotgun sports. Join their ³World Class´ team of instructors
to learn firearm skills from the basics to the most advanced. Learn a new style of
shooting, or just shoot for fun. The Rockcastle Shooting Center is right on Target!

Park Mammoth welcomes back the 2010 Sabre Defence Blueridge


Mountain 3-Gun Championships! April 23 ± 25, 2010

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PARK MAMMOTH RESORT - THE LOOKOUT RESTAURANT

Many have expressed that the food alone is worth the trip to Park M ammoth Resort. The
view from the Lookout dining room is hard to beat. A delicious southern cuisine is
offered at The Lookout for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, seven days a week. The
weekends always include a buffet line for a quick breakfast, a Friday night seafood
buffet, and their famous fried chicken featured buffet on Saturday night.

The menu is being expanded to include healthy alternatives and signature dishes that are
sure to keep you coming back for another dining experience at The Lookout.

Park Mammoth Resort offers a wide range of venues to host your corporate outing,
meeting, reunion, wedding, birthday party, or general celebration. There are three
meeting and conference rooms in the main lodge, including the largest which will
accommodate up to sixty guests.

They will soon begin construction on The Point Pavilion, which will certainly become
one of the grandest and most popular wedding, meeting, and conference destinations in
the state. The spectacular 26 mile view from The Point Pavilion will provide the
atmosphere for an event that you will never forget.

Don¶t limit your plans to the indoors, because Park Mammoth Resort never will. With
over 1600 acres of natural beauty, there are countless settings to create a unique
environment to host your event. Maybe you would prefer a Chuck Wagon Barbecue at
the mouth of the Historic Jesse James Cave, or a buffet line on the golf course, or an
elegant tea party in a park-like setting.

Their event planners can work miracles, and help you plan an event that you will always
remember.

New Winter Hours (November ± February)


Friday ± Dinner
Saturday ± Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Sunday ± Breakfast and Lunch

Summer Hours
Open seven days a week ± Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

PARK MAMMOTH RESORT - CAVE VALLEY GOLF CLUB

Please look under the Golf Section to get more information about the 27 unique holes of
regulation golf at The Cave Valley Golf Club at Park Mammoth Resort. Call 270-749-
4101 to make tee times and room reservations.

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Lodging & Accommodations
Hotels & Motels
CAVE CITY

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites 270-773-2151

Best Western / Kentucky Inn 270-773-3161


800-937-8376

Caveland Motel 270-773-2321

Comfort Inn & Suites 270-773-3335


800-221-2222

Countryside Inn 270-773-3118

Econo Lodge 270-773-3121


800-264-1514

Holiday Motel 270-773-2301

Masters Inn 270-773-3101

Parkview Motel 270-773-3463


877-482-2262

Sleep Inn & Suites Spring of 2010

Star Motel 270-773-2983

Super 8 Motel 270-773-2500


800-800-8000

The Oakes Motel & Campground 270-773-4740

Travel Inn 270-773-2138


888-872-8552

Wigwam Village #2 270-773-3381

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GLASGOW

Barren River State Park 270-646-2151


800-325-0057

Comfort Inn 270-651-9099

Days Inn 270-651-1757

Four Seasons Country Inn 270-678-1000


877-806-6340

Happy Valley Inn 270-651-5177

Towne Motel 270-651-2169

HORSE CAVE

Country Hearth Inn & Suites 270-786-2165


800-888-2283

Hampton Inn 270-786-5000


800-426-2151

Horse Cave Motel 270-786-2151

MAMMOTH CAVE

Mammoth Cave Hotel 270-758-2225


Heritage Trail Rooms
Sunset Terrace Rooms
Hotel Cottages
Woodland Cottages

MUNFORDVILLE

Super 8 Motel 270-524-4888


800-441-0241

PARK CITY

Diamond Caverns Resort Condos 270-749-2891

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Park Mammoth Resort 270-749-4101

Parkland Motel 270-749-2880

SMITHS GROVE

Bryce Inn 270-563-5141

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Lodging & Accommodations
Bed & Breakfasts
BROWNSVILLE

Briar Creek Cottages 502-962-3414

Lakeside Dreams 317-888-0049

Moutardier Resort & Marina 270-286-4069

Nolin Inn 270-286-4126

Reinecke¶s Cottage Cabins 270-286-8029

Serenity Hill Bed & Breakfast 270-597-9647

Shady Hollow Lodging 270-597-1177


270-597-6123

CAVE CITY

Passmore Place at Mammoth Cave 270-834-8864


877-226-8154

Rose Manor Bed & Breakfast 270-773-4402

The Wayfarer Inn Bed & Breakfast 270-773-3366

GLASGOW

Hall Place B & B 270-651-3176

Harston Hideways 270-646-3199

The Narrow Way B & B 270-646-2957

MUNFORDVILLE

Cave Country Inn B & B 270-524-1379

Country Girl at Heart Farm Bed & Breakfast 877-782-4295

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SMITHS GROVE

Cave Spring Farm Bed & Breakfast 270-563-6941

The Victorian House Bed & Breakfast 270-563-9403

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Bed & Breakfasts
Country Girl at Heart Farm Bed & Breakfast
CONTACT INFORMATION
Darlene Rose, Innkeeper
6230 Priceville Road
Munfordville, KY. 42765
Phone: 270-531-5276
Toll Free: 877-STA-4AYL (877-782-4295)
E-mail: info@parkmammothresort.us
www.countrygirlatheartfarmbandb.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 22.8318', W086ƒ 0.1692'

DIRECTIONS

From I-65, take Bonnieville Exit 71. Turn right and go into Bonnieville. Turn right onto
Highway 31-W. Pass the elementary school. Turn left onto KY 728 just before the Corner
Market. Travel 6 miles on KY 728. The B & B is a large white house on the right. There
is a swan mailbox in front of the house.

DESCRIPTION
Country Girl at Heart Farm Bed and Breakfast is a family-owned, environmentally-
friendly, interactive farm-stay in Hart County, Kentucky, ³where you can get your hands
dirty or just put your feet up!´ After almost 18 months of construction, thousands of
decisions and working hours, overcoming major learning curves in building, livestock
management, organic gardening, marketing and networking added to the ³cherries on
top´ of simply getting to know their way around a brand new state, jumping into
community life and interacting with their wonderful neighbors, their facility is complete
enough to open their doors and invite you to join them for a visit.

The owners hope that you¶ll take a moment to enjoy the attached descriptions of their 5
uniquely-themed bedrooms with private baths, read the list of the farm¶s amenities and
activities, and explore the Hart County area¶s offerings for relaxation, inspiration, and
adventure. They provide a full Country Breakfast with your stay and there are restaurants
in the area for lunch and dinner. Their rates range from $109 to $139 with a 10%
discount on a stay of three or more nights.

There are five uniquely-themed bedrooms that have been designed to honor people
groups. Each room has a private bath. Rates for double occupancy range from $109 -
$139 with two rooms having suite options for $50 additional; extra persons are $20 on a
pullout couch or rollaway. Rates include a full country breakfast. Complimentary water
and snacks are provided in a common guest refrigerator. There is a 10% discount for 3+
nights¶ stay.

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Country Girl at Heart Farm Bed & Breakfast (Cont¶d)

The Farmer¶s Room $109.00 Decorated with agricultural and industrial artifacts, First
Floor, Queen bed, seated 5-ft. Shower, Handicap Accessible.

The Artisan Room $119.00 Decorated with eclectic collections of wonderful, local
handiwork and art. Second floor with northerly and easterly views of the farm and all-
natural garden, Queen bed, unique soaking tub, and stained glass windows.

The Pioneer Room $129.00 Decorated with geological artifacts and featuring the
Frenchman¶s Knob story, our most romantic room. Second floor with westerly view of
serene pastures and sunsets, Queen bed, Jetted tub. (W ith optional Suite $179.00 for two
additional persons including breakfast; suite can sleep up to 4 with the third and fourth
persons an additional $20 each. Maximum occupancy for both rooms is 6, includes 1 Full
pullout couch and 2 Twin beds.)

The Patriot Room $129.00 Decorated with patriotic and historic American elements.
Second floor with westerly and northerly views of pastures, silo, and barns. Queen bed
and Full pullout couch, Jetted tub. Room rate is based on double occupancy; additional
persons in room are $20.

The Gentry Room $139.00 Decorated in earth-tones with stately Louis XIV furniture
and cozy alcove overlooking the all-natural garden, barns and fields, Second floor with
easterly views and superb sunrises, King bed, Jetted tub. (With optional suite $189.00 for
two additional persons including breakfast; suite can sleep up to 3 with the third person
an additional $20. Maximum occupancy of 5 for both rooms, includes 1 Full pullout
couch and 1 Twin bed.)

In addition to Country Girl¶s bedrooms, their Dining Room and Great Room are large
open spaces with comfy nooks, cozy seating, a floor-to-ceiling library, and room for
puzzles and projects. The Garden Room is surrounded on three sides by windows with a
fresh breeze, seating area, and your gateway to the pastures and outbuildings. The
Recreation Room downstairs is bustling with fun for all ages whether you¶re dazzled in
the movie room or up for a game of ping-pong or pool. Little Ones also have their own
special play area where they can color on the chalkboard walls or zoom with toys and
read good books.

Country Girl at Heart offers an interactive, eco-friendly farm-stay ³«where you


can get your hands dirty or just put your feet up.´

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Country Girl at Heart Farm Bed & Breakfast (Cont¶d)

WHAT CAN YOU DO ALL DAY???

(Some of these activities are weather/seasonally dependent++)

Check Times Daily

Independent Activities = ON the Farm you can ³explore´ inside & out. Here are some
suggestions«««

Getting Your Hands Dirty:

• Bite µo Breakfast with the Horses & Allicia++


• Early Bird Gets the Worm with Ariana in the Garden++
• Livestock Breakfast & Supper
• KIDS´ KORRAL Sports & Activities
• Chicken Moving Day with Allicia at the Rain Shelters
• Explore our (6) barns and silo or our 140 acres of pastures, ponds, and woods
• Goat Galloping to Greener Pastures
• Grass-Finished Beef Operations
• Weekly Horse Round-Up
• Processing our Organic Garden Bounty ± Canning, Drying, & Freezing

Putting Your Feet Up:

• Sip lemonade or sweet tea on the back patio


• Read a good book
• Chat in the Great Room with new friends
• Watch the world go by on the wraparound Front Porch
• Leaf through a magazine
• Watch a movie or educational DVD in the basement Recreation Room
• Explore your room¶s historical significance
• Share a tasty recipe
• Learn a bit about being ³Green´ from our Recreation Room ³InfoWall´
• Play a board game or cards
• Put a jigsaw puzzle together

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Dining

Family Style Restaurants & Fine Foods


CAVE CITY

Cast Iron Kettle 270-773-2278

Cracker Barrel 270-773-4723

Cream & Sugar Café 270-773-2822

Double Play Sports Bar & Grill 270-773-3575

El Mazatlan 270-773-7448

Sahara Steakhouse 270-773-3450

The Watermill 270-773-3186

GLASGOW

Big Moose¶s Bar-B-Q Smokehouse 270-651-1913

China King Buffet 270-659-9888

Colton¶s Steakhouse 270-651-9229

El Mazatlan 270-651-7799

Evergreen Chinese Restaurant 270-651-9299

Garcia¶s Grill 270-361-2900

George J¶s On The Square 270-651-2161

The Landing 270-646-4906

Las Chalupas 270-319-8873

A Little Taste of Texas 270-659-2441

Los Mariachis 270-651-3229

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Dining - Family Restaurants & Fine Foods
Mancino¶s Grinders & Pizza 270-651-6500

New Century Buffet 270-629-6888

Shoney¶s 270-651-8932

Sorrento Italian Restaurant 270-834-8341

Tumbleweed Southwest Grill 270-659-2411

HORSE CAVE

C & C Homestyle Family Restaurant 270-786-2276

Sheilia Kay¶s Café 270-786-3240

Snappy¶s Pizza & Pasta 270-786-8686

LUCAS

Driftwood Restaurant at Barren River State Resort 270-646-2151

MAMMOTH CAVE

The Crystal Lake Coffee Shop 270-758-2225

Travertine Restaurant 270-758-2225

TrogloBITES Restaurant 270-758-2225

MUNFORDVILLE

Big Bubba Bucks BBQ 270-524-3333

El Mazatlan 270-524-4874

King Buffet 270-524-9898

Murray¶s Restaurant 270-524-2253

PARK MAMMOTH

The Lookout Restaurant at Park Mammoth 270-749-4101

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Dining - Fast Food Restaurants
CAVE CITY

Dairy Queen 270-773-3372

Godfather¶s Pizza / O¶Deli¶s Subs 270-773-4403

Kentucky Fried Chicken 270-773-3194

Long John Silvers & A&W Root Beer 270-773-3883

McDonalds 270-773-2900

Pizza Hut 270-773-3770

Subway 270-773-5566

Wendy¶s 270-773-3411

GLASGOW

Burger King 270-651-1565

Captain D¶s Seafood Restaurant 270-651-2871

Dairy Queen Brazier 270-651-3864

Hardees on East Main 270-659-0115

Hardees at Highland Commons 270-651-3756

Kentucky Fried Chicken 270-651-8881

Long John Silvers and A & W Root Beer 270-651-8005

McDonald¶s 270-678-9280

Rally¶s 270-834-1098

Sonic Drive-In 270-651-5422

Subway Bypass 270-651-2867

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Dining - Fast Food Restaurants
Subway Downtown 270-651-9669

Wendy¶s Old Fashioned Hamburgers 270-651-2799

White Castle 270-659-0773

Zaxby¶s Restaurant 270-629-2445

HORSE CAVE

Chester¶s Chicken 270-786-5701

McDonald¶s 270-786-1600

MUNFORDVILLE

Dairy Queen Brazier 270-524-5666

McDonald¶s 270-524-9200

Pizza Hut 270-524-4488

Sonic Drive In 270-524-7070

Subway 270-524-7307

Sweets & Treats


CAVE CITY

Chaser¶s Chocolates 270-773-8766

AUSTIN

The Country Bakery 270-646-4906

Kenny¶s Farmhouse Cheese 270-434-4124

GLASGOW
Bluegrass Dairy & Foods (cheeses) 270-651-2146

Sweetheart Bakery 270-659-2172

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Shopping & Antiques
CAVE CITY

Alvata¶s Concrete Kritters 270-773-3550

Amber¶s Paws & Claws 270-773-2191

Big Mike¶s Rock & Gift Shop 270-773-5144

Blown Glass Shop 270-773-2560

Caverna Florist 270-773-3585

Chaser¶s Chocolates 270-773-8766

Coffey¶s Concrete 270-773-4040

Coon Shine Cabin 270-773-6027

Dawn¶s Addictions 270-773-4607

Debbie¶s Rock & Gift Shop 270-773-4757

Dinosaur W orld Gift Shop 270-773-4345

Four Season¶s Antiques 270-773-3687

G¶s Vinyl Graphics 270-773-5268

Kerr¶s Florist 270-773-4848

Magaline¶s Antique Mall 270-773-4515

Mammoth Cave Knife Works 270-773-3266

Nuttin¶ Fancy Antique Mall 270-773-5417

The Olde General Store 270-773-3300

Paul¶s Antiques 270-773-5129

Pier 19 270-773-3390

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Shopping & Antiques (Cont¶d)
Smith¶s Country Store 270-773-3530
Tom¶s Tee Pee 270-773-2882

Trash-n-Treasures 270-773-3301

Western Gift Shop 270-773-2560

Wild Wonderful Gift Shop 270-773-2520

CUB RUN

Cub Run Cave Gift Shop 270-524-1444

GLASGOW

Antique Alley 270-651-1134

Arts & Antiques Gallery 270-651-9789

Awards Inc. 270-651-7255

The Baby Boutique 270-629-5085

Back Door Primitives 270-659-3182

D & M Quilting Shop 270-678-2568

Green Leaf Nursery 270-678-4662

Hidden Attic Antiques & More 270-651-8829

Hunt¶s Antiques & Collectibles 270-651-9643

J & J Collectibles 270-651-3630

Jewelry Barn & Pawn Shop 270-781-1194

Kenny¶s Farmhouse Cheese 888-571-4029

The Lollipop Tree 270-670-9378

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Shopping & Antiques (Cont¶d)
Mary Anne¶s Hallmark 270-651-6004

PMC Jewelers 270-678-1510

Scrapbook Village 270-678-7171

Terri¶s Diamonds & Fine Jewelry 270-659-0284

Tick ± Tock Shop 270-629-2562

Unique Gifts, Inc. 270-651-6882

HORSE CAVE

American Cave Museum Gift Shop 270-786-1466

The Bookstore 270-786-3084

Brandie Lynn¶s 270-786-1114

Dennison¶s Roadside Market 270-786-1663

Earlene¶s Antiques & Flower Shop 270-786-2669

Front Porch Crafts 270-786-2782

Granny¶s Quilts & Country Store 270-786-4255

The Gypsy¶s Closet 270-786-2492

Heritage Arts Center 270-786-4502

K & H Department Store 270-786-2562

Kentucky Down Under Gift Shop 800-762-2869

Perkin¶s Family Antiques 270-786-4574

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Shopping & Antiques (Cont¶d)
MAMMOTH CAVE

The Cave Company 270-758-2225

Kentucky Home Gift Shop 270-758-2225

MUNFORDVILLE

Anna¶s Kitchen 270-524-0820

Avalon Stained Glass School & Studio 270-524-9567

Borders Custom Framing and Gifts 270-524-4387

Dutch Built Specialties 270-524-9283

Miller¶s Greenhouse & Furniture 270-524-7684

Mrs. Ward¶s Mercantile 270-524-5776

Munfordville Welcome Center and Gift Shop 270-524-4752

PARK CITY

Diamond Caverns Gift Shop 270-749-2233

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EVENTS
April
Jacksonian Days Festival Scottsville 270-237-4782
Southern KY Bookfest Bowling Green 270-745-5016
Heritage Festival Tompkinsville 270-487-5576
Easter Egg Hunt & Parade Adairville 270-726-1678

May
Strawberry Festival Adairville 270-539-4341
Logan County Bluegrass Jam Auburn 270-539-4341
Buick GS Nationals Bowling Green 270-263-8167
Citywide Yard Sale Munfordville 888-686-3673
Heritage Festival Tompkinsville 270-487-8481
BBQ Festival Fountain Run 270-434-2915

June
Barren River
Glasgow Highland Games Lake 270-651-3141
Blueberry Festival Edmonton 270-432-5836
NHRA Hot Rod Reunion Bowling Green 270-781-7634
Green River Canoe Fest Munfordville 888-686-3673
US 68-80 Yard Sale US 68-80 800-326-7465
Classic Car, Truck & Motorcycle Cruise In Munfordville 888-686-3673
Dairy Day Celebration Cave City 270-773-5159
270-651-3161
Antique Engine & Tractor Show Auburn 270-542-4149
Purple Martin Festival Lewisburg 270-755-4828
Saddle Club Horse Show Brownsville 270-597-3429

July
Green River Catfish Festival Morgantown 270-526-6827
July Jam Franklin 270-586-8482
Bonnieville Homecoming Bonnieville 270-524-2892
4th of July Concert on the Square Glasgow 270-651-3161
10th Art Council Summer Musical Franklin 270-586-6799
Barren River
Fireworks Extravaganza Lake 270-646-2151
National Corvette Homecoming Bowling Green 270-791-2117

August
Duncan Hines Festival Bowling Green 800-326-7465
Branstetter Park Homecoming & Bluegrass
Festival Summer Shade 270-428-2853
Garden Spot Fun Franklin 270-586-7609
Sulphur Well Homecoming Edmonton 270-565-4712

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September
Antique Auto Show Franklin 270-586-7609
Watermelon Festival Tompkinsville 270-487-5504
Cave Country Arts & Crafts Festival Brownsville 270-597-2819
Balloons, Tunes, & BBQ Bowling Green 270-745-7532
Hart County Civil W ar Days Munfordville 888-686-3673
Thoroughbred Racing Franklin 270-586-7778
Autumn Days Auburn 270-542-4149
Music Festival Franklin 270-776-5587
Heritage Festival Horse Cave 270-218-0386
Global Fest of the Barrens Glasgow 270-651-7905
Ole Timers Day Bee Springs 270-286-0222
Glasgow B& PW Arts, Crafts & Gifts Fair Glasgow 270-651-3161
Cub Run Days Cub Run 270-524-5424
International Fest Bowling Green 270-796-2777

October
Aussie Fest Horse Cave 800-762-2869
Primitive Camp Meeting & Rendezvous At Red
River Adairville 270-586-7632
Harvest on the Square Morgantown 270-526-6827
Haunted Hall-Octagon Hall Franklin 270-586-9343
A Taste of Barren County Cave City 270-773-5159
270-651-3161
Shaker Farm Day South Union 270-542-4167
The Medical Center 10 K Classic Bowling Green 877-545-1696
Pumpkin Festival/ Car Show/ 5K Edmonton 270-432-3222
Ole Fashion Days Linwood 270-524-2892
Tobacco & Heritage Festival Russellville 270-726-2206
Roller Coaster Yard Sale Hwy 63 270-651-3161
Cruise Into Fall Car Show Glasgow 270-651-7255
Good Guys Nostalgia Nationals Bowling Green 270-781-7634

November
League of Artist & Craftsmen Show & Sale Scottsville 270-237-4782
Antique Festival Franklin 270-586-3040
Light Up Glasgow Glasgow 270-651-3161

December
Holiday Lights Spectacular Bowling Green 270-781-7634
Christmas Sing in the Cave Mammoth Cave 270-758-2180
Holiday Around the Square Munfordville 888-686-3673
Festivals of Trains Bowling Green 270-745-7317
Christmas at Shakertown South Union 270-542-4167
Historic Hometown Christmas Scottsville 270-237-4782

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Cave City Welcome Center

Cave City Welcome Center


418 Mammoth Cave Street
P.O. Box 460
Cave City, Kentucky 42127
Phone: 270-773-5159
Fax: 270-773-7446
E-mail: ccchamber@scrtc.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.4472', W085ƒ 57.9459'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70/90 east to the first traffic
light east of I-65 interchange. Turn left at the light
(Highway 70) onto Mammoth Cave Street and the Cave
City Convention Center will be ¾ of a mile on your left.
(You will pass KFC, Wendy¶s, Pizza Hut, and Super 8
Hotel along the way).

HOURS OF OPERATION
Summer Hours: Mid March thru Labor Day
Monday thru Saturday: 10 am ± 4 pm
Sunday: 1 pm ± 5 pm

Winter Hours: Labor Day thru Mid March


Monday thru Saturday: 10 am ± 4 pm
Sunday: Closed

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CAVE CITY CONVENTION CENTER

Cave City Convention Center & Tourism Bureau


Brian Dale, Executive Director
Karolyn Turner, Assistant Director
502 Mammoth Cave Street
P.O. Box 518
Cave City, Kentucky 42127
Phone: 270-773-3131
Toll Free: 800-346-8908
Fax: 270-773-8834
E-mail: cavecity@scrtc.com
www.CaveCity.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 8.485', W085ƒ 58.0503'

DIRECTIONS

I-65, Exit 53. Take Highway 70/90 east to the first traffic light east of I-65 interchange.
Turn left at the light (Highway 70) onto Mammoth Cave Street and the Cave City
Convention Center will be ¾ of a mile on your left. (You will pass KFC, Wendy¶s, Pizza
Hut, and Super 8 Hotel along the way).

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open year round.

Monday thru Friday: 8:00 am ± 4:00 pm CST

Available additional hours when events are going on

Also, available by appointment

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CAVE CITY CONVENTION CENTER (Continued)

DESCRIPTION

The Cave City Convention Center is ideal for your next social function, conference or
business meeting. Our 20,000 square feet of meeting space includes dining for 450
people, theater seating for 700 and smaller breakout rooms to accommodate all your
needs.

For your banquet or hospitality, let one of our approved caterers provide your choice of
items from their banquet menu or hors d¶oeuvres menu.

There are approximately 700 hotel rooms conveniently located near the Center, many
fine restaurants and great family attractions, making Cave City the perfect Spot for the
entire family.

Combined with these advantages, our staff is dedicated to providing your group with all
the necessary components to make your next function a complete success.

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SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
Itinerary One ± Family Packed Adventure
1. Breakfast ± in one of the area¶s restaurants or a complimentary breakfast at
hotel
2. Morning tour of one of area¶s caves:
• Diamond Caverns (270-749-2233)
• Mammoth Cave (270-758-2180)
• Hidden River Cave/American Cave Museum (270-786-1466)
• Kentucky Caverns (1-800-762-2869)
• Onyx Cave (270-773-3530)
• Outlaw Cave (1-800-798-0560)
• Lost River Cave & Valley (1-866-274-2283)
3. Lunch in one of area¶s restaurants
4. Afternoon family activity
• Dinosaur World ± Visit over 100 life-sized dinosaurs in an outdoor
museum setting. Search for authentic fossils to take home at the Fossil
Dig. Explore the indoor Prehistoric Dinosaur Museum. Watch a short
film on dinosaurs in the Movie Cave. Enjoy the playground, picnic area
gift shop and more. 270-773-4345 or www.dinoworld.net
• Kentucky Action Park/Jesse James Stables ± Ride the Alpine Slide,
miniature golf, bumper boats, go carts, and much more. Guided
horseback rides are also available 800-798-0560 or
www.kentuckyactionpark.com
• Guntown Mountain ± See live entertainment from the Wild West
including live gun shows, saloon shows, and more. 270-773-3530 or
www.mammothcave.com/guntown/index.htm
• Kentucky Down Under ± Visit an interactive Australian animal park
where you can get up close and personal with kangaroos, wallabies,
snakes, watch a sheep herding demonstration and more. 800-762-2869
or www.kdu.com
• GM Corvette Assembly Plant ± Watch workers build America¶s
favorite sports car. Public tours for $5 at 9am and 1pm weekdays.
Closed toe shoes only. 270-745-8419 or
www.bowlinggreenassemblyplant.com
• National Corvette Museum ± This state-of-the-art structure houses
over 60 rare and unique Corvettes dating from 1953. Also featured are
a 3,000 square foot shopping facility, 200-seat big screen theater, and
interactive displays. Located just across the street from the world¶s
only Corvette Assembly Plant. Open daily, year-round. 270-781-7973
or 800-53-VETTE or www.corvettemuseum.com
5. Dinner in one of area¶s restaurants.
6. Evening Entertainment

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• Outlaw Cave and Mammoth Cave National Park offer evening cave
tours while other area caves are open until 6:00/7:00 pm.
• Kentucky Repertory Theatre at Horse Cave ± See professional live
theatre. 270-786-2100 or www.kentuckyrep.org
• Kentucky Action Park ± The family can enjoy go carts, miniature
golf, and bumper cars. Check out the rock climbing wall or The Alpine
Slide, the only one in Kentucky. 800-798-0560 or
www.kentuckyactionpark.com

Itinerary Two ± Outdoor Scenery Tour


1. Breakfast in hotel or at one of area¶s restaurants
2. Morning canoe trip down Green River
• Mammoth Cave Canoe & Kayak - 270-773-3366
• Green River Canoe Outfitters - 270-749-2041
• Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe & Kayak ± 270-774-7883
3. Lunch at one of the area¶s restaurants
4. Evening Cave Tour
5. Dinner at one of area¶s restaurants
6. Enjoy a night under the stars at one of the many campgrounds in the area:
• Jellystone Park Camp & Campground ± 270-773-3840
• Mammoth Cave National Park Campgrounds ± 270-758-2424
• Jesse James Campground ± 800-798-0560
• Cave Country RV Park ± 270-773-4678
• Mammoth Cave Adventures & Campground ± 270-773-6087
• Singing Hills RV & Camping Park ± 270-773-3789

Itinerary Three ± Antiques and Museums


1. Breakfast in hotel or at one of area¶s restaurants
2. Antique shopping in downtown Cave City, Horse Cave and Munfordville
3. Late afternoon lunch at one of area¶s restaurants
4. Tour some of the area¶s museums:
• American Cave Museum ± 270-786-1466
• Hart County Historical Museum ± 270-524-0101
• South Central Kentucky Cultural Center ± 270-651-9792
• Mammoth Cave Wax Museum ± 270-773-3010
• Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum ± 270-773-2255
• Floyd Collins Museum ± 270-773-3366
• National Corvette Museum ± 270-781-7973
• Shaker Museum at South Union ± 270-542-4167
• Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia ± 270-234-1100
5. Dinner at one of the area¶s restaurants.

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Itinerary Four ± The Ultimate Cave Experience for the
Adventurers ± The Wild Cave Tour!
1. Breakfast ± in one of the area¶s restaurants or a complimentary breakfast at
hotel.
2. Take the ³down & dirty´ challenge of a wild cave tour at:
• Mammoth Cave National Park ± Wild Cave Tour ± 270-758-2180.
• Hidden River Cave ± Wild Caving Adventure Tour ± 270-786-1466
3. Enjoy a hearty dinner after a grueling day in the subterranean cave system.

*Note
There are so many wonderful caves in the area that we recommend touring at least one
cave a day. Cave tour lengths vary from 30 minutes to 6 hours so you can schedule to
your needs. It is also very easy to see more than one cave in a day.

These itineraries are just suggestions. We wanted to give you an idea of the variety of
things to do in the Mammoth cave Area. Feel free to mix and match any of the activities
to come up with your own customized itinerary. The Cave Region¶s centralized location
makes for a great base camp area where one can make day trips in all directions. For
more information on the area call the Cave City Convention and Tourist Commission at
1-800-346-8908.

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Kentucky¶s Bourbon Trail
COME EXPLORE THE KENTUCKY BOURBON TRAIL

The Kentucky Bourbon Trail connects the nation¶s bourbon distilleries, where you can
see the art of bourbon-making being practiced much as it was 200 years ago.

Visit the producers of America¶s only native spirit and experience for yourself the magic
and science of the Master Distiller¶s craft ± all within an easy day¶s drive through the
rolling Kentucky hills.

Bourbon is America¶s native spirit, declared a distinctive product of the United States by
Congressional Resolution. As you explore the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, you will see
how each distillery practices the art and science of bourbon making. You¶ll learn why
the natural conditions necessary for the production of bourbon ± the grains, climate and
pure limestone water ± occur only in central Kentucky. Come see and taste the rich
amber color and natural mellow flavor of fine bourbon that awaits you at the historic
distilleries along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

Maker¶s Mark
Distinctive brown paint and red shutters of the historic wood frame buildings greet
visitors to the distillery on the banks of Hardin¶s Creek near the town of Loretto.
Established in 1805 as a gristmill/distillery, it is the nation¶s oldest working Bourbon
distillery and has been named a National Historic Landmark. Experience a step back in
time on a stroll through the buildings and around the grounds on a guided tour. Maker¶s
Mark is one of the smallest distilleries, crafting Bourbon in batches of less than 19
barrels. The polished copper still adds bright contrast to the aging rustic wood of the still
house. Maker¶s Mark proclaims proudly that its Bourbon is hand-made at every step,
from selecting the grains to hand-dipping the bottles in red wax. Visitors get to hand-dip
their own bottle of Maker¶s Mark in warm red wax when making a purchase in the gift
shop.

Directions:
Maker¶s Mark
3350 Burks Springs Road
Loretto, Kentucky
Phone: 270-865-2881
www.makersmark.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 38.145', W085ƒ 24.1618'

From Louisville: I-65 south to exit 112, Highway 245 east to Bardstown, US 150 east
through center of Bardstown to KY 49, outh to KY 52, east to Loretto. Follow the brown
signs.

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Kentucky¶s Bourbon Trail (Cont¶d)
From Lexington: Take the Bluegrass Parkway west to Springfield, exit 42. Make a left
onto Highway 555 south. In Springfield, cross Highway 150 and continue south on
Highway 55 to Lebanon. At a traffic light in Lebanon, stay on Highway 55 when it turns
right. At the hospital, turn right on Highway 49/52. When Highway 49 splits off, turn
right on Highway 52 and continue west for about 3 miles. At the end of Burks Spring
Road, you will see their sign, ³You have just found the Home of Maker¶s Mark.´
Approximately 1 ½ hours driving time.

Heaven Hill
Heaven Hill Distilleries, America¶s largest independent family-owned producer and
marketer of distilled spirits, invites you to historic Bardstown to visit their Bourbon
Heritage Center. Among rickhouses where the world¶s second-largest supply of Bourbon
ages, visitors can explore through interactive exhibits the birth of Bourbon, the role of
whiskey-making pioneers such as Evan Williams and the Rev. Elijah Craig, and the
process by which some of the world¶s most acclaimed Bourbons are produced.

Their Bourbon Hosts will take you through one of their working rickhouses and impart to
you the romance and lore of Bourbon, ending with a tutored sampling of their fine
Bourbons in a unique barrel-shaped tasting room ± you can even create your own
personalized jug to take home as a keepsake.

Directions:
Heaven Hill
1311 Gilkey Run Road
Bardstown, Kentucky
Phone: 502-337-1000
www.bourbonheritagecenter.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 47.6162', W085ƒ 27.8347'

From Louisville: I-65 south to exit 112 (Clermont/Bardstown), turn eft onto 245 south.
Take 245 south until it ends and make a right onto 150 west. Turn left at the first light (by
McDonald¶s) onto 49 south for one mile to Bourbon Heritage Center.

From Lexington: Blue Grass Parkway west to exit 25 (US 150), turn right onto 150
west. Turn left at the first light (by McDonald¶s) onto 49 south for one mile to Bourbon
Heritage Center.

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Kentucky¶s Bourbon Trail (Cont¶d)
Jim Beam
Come visit the world¶s largest Bourbon distiller. You can begin your visit at the Outpost
Theatre; there you can view the ³First Family of Bourbon´, which details the Beam
family rise and influence as the number one producer in the world. This short film is
highlighted by a feature on the legendary Beam family and Fred Noe, a seventh
generation Beam family member, leading the distilling of Jim Beam and the Small Batch
Bourbon Collection. Stroll around the grounds and visit the T. Jeremiah Beam home and
sample a selection of their hand crafted Small Batch Bourbons. From the front porch be
sure to look for the life size memorial to Booker and his beloved Jack Russell Terrier.

Directions:
Jim Beam
149 Happy Hollow Road
Clermont, Kentucky
Phone: 502-543-9877
www.jimbeam.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 55.8676', W085ƒ 39.2512'

From Louisville: Located approximately 25 miles south of Louisville, KY. From I-65
take exit 112 (Bardstown/Bernheim Forest) to Highway 245. Go east 1.5 miles, turn left
on Happy Hollow Road (Jim Beam sign on the right). Follow the signs to Jim Beam
American Outpost.

From Bardstown: Take Highway 245 West for 13 miles. Turn right on Happy Hollow
Road (Jim Beam sign on the left).

Buffalo Trace
Legendary explorers, pioneers and settlers followed ancient paths of buffalo that led
America westward through rugged wilderness to new lands and new adventures.

Today the bold heritage of mighty buffalo and the pioneering spirit of those early
Americans are found at the Buffalo Trace Distillery. Just north of Frankfort, the distillery
is located on a site settled by surveyors at the point where the Kentucky River intersected
one of the trails, known as the Great Buffalo Trace.

At the distillery you will experience warehouses aging the most highly-decorated
whiskey of the decade as well as the original procedure of producing Single Barrel
Bourbon, which began in 1984 and continues to this day.

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Kentucky¶s Bourbon Trail (Cont¶d)
Walk along the rolling green hills, enjoy a taste of Buffalo Trace Bourbon, and take a trip
through our gift shop for Buffalo Trace Bourbon and gifts.

Directions:
Buffalo Trace
1001 Wilkinson Boulevard
Frankfort, Kentucky
Phone: 502-696-5926
Toll-Free: 800-654-8471
www.buffalotrace.com
GPS Coordinates: N38ƒ 12.7601', W084ƒ 52.1018'

From Louisville: I-64 east to exit 53B, take US 127 north approximately 5 miles. Cross
the Kentucky River and turn left (127 north is Wilkinson Blvd.). The distillery is one
mile on the left.

From Lexington: I-64 west to exit 58, go north on US 60 until it becomes 127/421. Go
straight following Civic Center/Downtown signs. The distillery is approximately 5.5
miles on the right.

Four Roses
Upon arrival at Four Roses the visual presence of the Spanish Mission style architecture
of the distillery building is the first indication of a forth-coming pleasant experience.

Visitors are warmly greeted at the Welcome Center, and detailed tours originate from
here. You¶ll learn about the history of Kentucky Bourbon and Four Roses history ± which
dates back to the 1860s.

A single tourist, or a large group, will be able to see, smell and feel the distillation
process in action, and discover how Four Roses uniquely distills 10 Bourbon flavors
annually. After a tour, visitors are welcome to visit the Gift Shop.

Directions:
Four Roses
1224 Bonds Mill Road (Highway 513 W)
Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
Phone: 502-839-3436
www.fourroses.com
GPS Coordinates: N37ƒ 58.4493', W084ƒ 53.6345'

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Kentucky¶s Bourbon Trail (Cont¶d)
From Louisville: I-64 east to exit 53, US 127 south, 14 miles to Highway 513 west, turn
right, one mile to the distillery.

From Lexington: US 60 east to Bluegrass Parkway, west to exit 59B, 1/10 mile to
Highway 513 west, turn left, one mile to the distillery.

Wild Turkey
Premium Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has been distilled on Wild Turkey Hill for
generations. Sitting on the crest of a hill that overlooks the Kentucky River, the Wild
Turkey Distillery possesses an outward appearance as simple and unadorned as the
traditional distilling methods used inside. The legendary Master Distiller Jimmy Russell
watches over this time-honored process with a careful eye at every turn. While following
the production process, you¶ll be able to see their unique 40-foot high column still, watch
new Bourbon being poured into hand crafted oak barrels and stroll through our timber
warehouses.

Make sure to stop by their gift shop to bring home a souvenir of your visit.

Directions:
Wild Turkey
1525 Tyrone Road (US Highway 62 East)
Lawrenceburg, Kentucky 40342
Phone: 502-839-4544
www.wildturkeybourbon.com
GPS Coordinates: N38ƒ 2.2412', W084ƒ 50.8289'

From Louisville: I-64 east to KY 151 south to US 127 south to US 62 east to the
distillery.

From Lexington: US 60 west to Versailles, US 62 west to the distillery.

Woodford Reserve
Woodford Reserve is a super-premium Small Batch Bourbon with roots at the smallest
and oldest operating distillery in America.

Nestled amid the picturesque horse farms of Woodford County, it is the only place you
can see Kentucky¶s two most famous products ± Bourbon and thoroughbred horses ±
maturing side-by-side.

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Kentucky¶s Bourbon Trail (Cont¶d)
Whiskey was first produced in 1812 on this site, where pioneers like Elijah Pepper, Oscar
Pepper, and James Crow perfected their craft.

Today, this small distillery on the banks of Glenn¶s Creek remains a special place.
Recognized as a National Landmark, it is the only Kentucky distillery that uses copper
pot stills and matures Bourbon in a unique limestone warehouse.

Directions:
Woodford Reserve
7855 McCracken Pike
Versailles, Kentucky 40383
Phone: 859-879-1939
www.woodfordreserve.com
GPS Coordinates: N38ƒ 6.7554', W084ƒ 48.8609'

From Lexington: US 60 (Versailles Road) west past Versailles toward Frankfort, turn
left on KY 3360 (Grassy Spring Road), go to stop sign, turn right on KY 1659
(McCracken Pike), go about 200 yards to distillery.

From Lexington: I-64 east to exit 58. Take US 60 east 2.6 miles to KY 3360 (Grassy
Spring Road), turn right, go to stop sign, turn right on KY 1659 (McCracken Pike), go
about 200 yards to distillery.

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CHILDREN¶S ACTIVITY SECTION
In this section, we¶ve included a few puzzles to entertain the children on the trip to
Kentucky and the Mammoth Cave Area. Answers to the Puzzles are provided at the back
of this book.

WORD FIND ± Animals of Mammoth Cave

a Q s W d D g R h S j D k G l H q G w B e S r N t M
S d C e R A T T L E e S N A K E a c b L a m C S A N
a B g D s j A c a s D I g f s a r a w I r e s d e a
m o s a W r S u V Z E x t t s b B L I N D b F I S H
N B O X o T U R T L E b v s z t v b f D a z e u A s
a L m s A w b r t v R d W C z C v R E x c w r t L f
c I o B E A V E R s a W Q V x O y z a C w Z B q A j
D N e w a K a m n s o t r w e P z v a R w v c s M y
H D r m n C A V E o S H R I M P g D m A b K s c A e
g o s X T Z w b t y f s u w r E a b n Y s e L w N r
t C w n m s W O O D P E C K E R t d e F s d E a D n
R R n v b e s I d g v k I u t h g s e I a z R x E m
j A a w s d e f L G R O U N D H O G o S a f R a R A
l Y a W n Y T s s D d f g t e E a x z H x c I z S E
T F a z l k f g G s r E b g d A r g y j I k U r v H
t I s W a s n F z S v T t e a D s S u H h t Q d x a
A S d a Q d A g h n m O U s f t r e h u J t S y z c
g H y t r R h g d s a Y o R A C C O O N b a x z v v
e i s d f e r t N B s O c b K r t S W C V a Y e j t
r s a e r g y h u j I C k m f E v d f c e r E s a A
M S e u t r A H J K L w o u I s Y e Q E T c R r t G
b A V R H s d z a s e d A J K Y e s F S E s G f g h

See if you can find these hidden words in the puzzle above. Answers are at
the end of the book.

Cave Crickets Bats Salamanders Blindfish

Blind Crayfish Deer Groundhog Grey Squirrel

Box Turtle Beaver Cave Shrimp Copperhead

Woodpecker Coyote Raccoon Wild Turkey

Rattle Snake

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ANIMAL WORD SCRAM BLES

These are critters you might find in the cave area!


(Write your answers in the space provided.)

A) tsab = ____________________

B) tekicrc eacv = ____________________

C) dersnamalas = ____________________

D) dnilbhsif = ____________________

E) yarchsfi dnilb = ____________________

F) ered = ____________________

G) ygre qlerrius = ____________________

H) ghodnourg = ____________________

I) xbo etlrut = ____________________

J) daehreocpp = ____________________

K) rekcepoodw = ____________________

L) acev hrpmis = ____________________

M) eknas elttar = ____________________

N) vaebre = ____________________

O) etoyco = ____________________

P) nococar = ____________________

Q) yektur dliw = ____________________

See answers at the end of this book.

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MAMMOTH CAVE WORD SCRAMBLE
(Write your answers in the space provided.)

Spring Word Scramble


1) sfroewl mbolo ni eht gsnpri
= ________________________________________________

2) s¶lte og vcangi
= ________________________________________________

Summer Word Scramble


3) ew dslohu ehva a cpiicn
= ________________________________________________

4) emit rfo yfilam nvoaitac


= ________________________________________________

Fall Word Scramble


5) uoy tmhgi dene a rsewtae
= ________________________________________________

6) ruo yflaim sgeo gcnmipa


= ________________________________________________

Winter Word Scramble


7) eb esru ot sders lmwray
= ________________________________________________

8) t¶ond psli no eht cei


= ________________________________________________

See answers at the end of this book.

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MAMMOTH CAVE AREA CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Fill in the crossword puzzle by solving each clue.

1d 2d

1a
4d
2a

3d

3a
4a

5a

ACROSS
1. The world¶s largest cave system with over 350 miles of passageways.
2. When you leave this cave you might see a kangaroo.
3. This cave has a beautiful 78 foot onyx waterfall & watch out for gunfighters when you come out.
4. Cave where famous cave explorer, Floyd Collins, in January of 1925 was trapped & later died.
5. An Indian burial site dating back to 680 B.C. makes this cave distinctive.

DOWN
1. This cave has the longest cave gate in the United States.
2. The name of the fourth oldest show and formation cave in the United States.
3. This cave features Kentucky¶s largest show cave entrance & has a town right above the cave.
4. The shortest, deepest river in the world runs through this cave & Jesse James has stayed here.

You can find the answers at the back of this book.

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LICENSE PLATE GAME
See how many license plates you can find as you travel! Copy this page so each member
of the family can try individually to find the most, or work together. Decide on the rules
before you start. For example, is the first person to see a state license plate the only
one who can count it (³yell´ out as soon as you know what it is), or does that person get
two points and everyone else gets one point? Be creative! This is a fun way to pass the
time!

State Check! State Check!

Alabama Nevada
Alaska New Hampshire
Arizona New Jersey
Arkans as New Mexico
California New York
Colorado North Carolina
Connecticut North Dakota
Delaware Ohio
Florida Oklahoma
Georgia Oregon
Hawaii Pennsylvania
Idaho Rhode Island
Illinois South Carolina
Indiana South Dakota
Iowa Tenn essee
Kansas Texas
Kentucky Utah
Louisiana Vermont
Maine Virginia
Maryland Washington
Massachusetts West Virginia
Michigan Wisconsin
Minnesota Wyoming
Mississippi District of Columbia
Missouri Other (like Canadian!)
Montana Other
Nebraska Other

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SEE IT FIRST!
This is another game where you make up rules to suit your family. We¶ve included a
couple of variations below (copy this page for all the players), but you can use just about
anything you see as you travel. Scoring is up to you. For instance, in the ³Find A Color´
game, you could set a time limit and whoever sees the most colors in that time wins
(you might see a color several times). For ³Find A Vehicle,´ you might have each player
looking out for a different type vehicle (but be aware you¶ll probably see a lot more
mini - vans than pick- up trucks!) Be creative!

FIND A COLOR Check! MAKE UP YOUR OWN! Check!


Color RED
Color ORANGE
Color YELLOW
Color GREEN
Color LIGHT BLUE
Color DARK BLUE
Color PURPLE
Color BLACK

FIND AN ANIMAL Check!


Brown Horse
White Horse
Spotted Horse
Black Horse
Brown Cow
Red Cow
Spotted Cow
Black Cow
Big Dog
Medium Sized Dog
Little Dog
Cat
Deer

FIND A VEHICLE Check!


MINI - VAN
FAMILY CAR
SPORTS CAR
SUV (SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLE)
PICK- UP TRUCK
TRACTOR - TRAILER (18
WHEELER)
OTHER BIG TRUCK
OFFICIAL VEHICLE(LIKE
POLICE CAR)

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Brain Teaser
Try this quiz, it's really something!

Please Answer the Questions Below ± IN EXACT ORDER.

DO NOT SKIP AHEAD. Read this ONE LINE AT A TIME and just do what it says.
You will be glad you did. If not, you'll wish you had listened.

1. Pick a number from 1-9

2. Subtract 5

3. Multiply by 3

4. Square the number (multiply by the same number ± not square root)

5. Add the digits until you get only one digit (i.e. 64 = 6 + 4 = 10 = 1 + 0 =1)

6. If the number is less than 5, add five. Otherwise subtract 4.

7. Multiply by 2

8. Subtract 6

9. Map the digit to a letter in the alphabet: 1 = A, 2 = B, 3 = C, etc«.

10. Pick a name of a country that begins with that letter

11. Take the last letter in the country name and think of an animal that begins with that
letter

12. Take the last letter in the animal name and think of a color that begins with that letter

DO NOT READ FURTHER UNTIL YOU HAVE DONE ALL OF THE


ABOVE!

Here it comes, NO CHEATING or you'll be sorry!

The Answer is:


Sorry but there are no orange Kangaroos in Denmark

AMAZED?
KENTUCKY & MAMMOTH CAVE TRIVIA
Kentucky is known as ³The _________ State.´

_________ is the Kentucky State capital.

Kentucky¶s population is ____________.

The Commonwealth of Kentucky separated from Virginia to become the ____ state on June 1, 1792

The Kentucky state motto is ³United We Stand, _____________________.´

³___________________,´ by Stephen Collins Foster, is the Kentucky State song- 1853.

The Kentucky ________ is the state bird.

The Kentucky ____________ is the state tree.

The _____________ is the state flower.

The Kentucky _____________ is the state fish.

______________, KY, is the home of the General Motors Corvette Assembly Plant.

Including inland water, Kentucky covers ________ square miles.

There are ____ counties in Kentucky. Only Texas, with 254, and Georgia, with 159, have more.

The ³World¶s Largest One- day Picnic´ is held at ______ Farm in Graves County.

Kentucky rank¶s as _____ in total land area of the United States.

Kentucky has more miles of running water than any other state except ________.

___________, KY, is known as the ³Bourbon Capital of the World.´

The oldest city in Kentucky is _________________.

_______________ features the world¶s largest private collection of Coca- Cola memorabilia at
Schmidt¶s Coca- Cola Museum.

In 1861, ______ ________ was declared the Confederate capital of Kentucky.

The American Civil War presidents, _______ _______ (United States) and _________ _____(Confederate
States), were born in Kentucky, seven months and 100 miles apart.

______ _______ joined WLKY- TV, a Louisville television station, in 1966 as a reporter.

The Kentucky ____________, a country/rock group from Metcalfe and Barren counties earned three
Country Music Association awards in 1990.

____ _________, a Bowling Green native, directed thrillers such as Halloween, The Fog, Escape from
New York, and The Thing.

______ _______, who became chairman of the board at NBC in 1974, was born in Glasgow.

_____ ______ and four of his gang members robbed the Southern Bank in Russellville of nine
thousand dollars on March 20, 1868.

Kentucky is bordered by __________, Indiana, _____, West Virginia, ________, Tennessee, & ________.

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The Bluegrass State is also a _____________. Kentucky is one of only four states (Massachusetts,
Pennsylvania, and Virginia) to use this designation.

Probably the world's most frequently sung song, "_____ _________ To You" was written by
Kentuckians, two sisters from Louisville, Mildred and Patricia Hill.

Confederate cavalryman ____ _______ and his men hid in Lost River Cave from Federal troops
following the burning of the Shakertown depot.

The Green River at ____ miles is the longest river in Kentucky.

______________ Cave contains one of the nation¶s largest pre- Columbian Indian burial grounds.

The town of Horse Cave is partially built over ______ _____ Cave.

The constant temperature in Mammoth Cave is _____- _____ degrees Fahrenheit.

In 1925, _____ _______ was the spelunker who drew national attention when he became trapped
and eventually died while trying to locate a new entrance to Crystal Cave.

__________ is the Kentucky dish of a rich thick soup made from chicken, beef, and vegetables.

The Kentucky Cave _______ is an endangered species that is only found in Mammoth Cave Park.

________ is Kentucky¶s third largest revenue producer and its second largest private employer.

The ³World¶s Largest Single __________´ is found in Diamond Caverns.

Crystal Onyx Cave is noted for its rare crystal onyx ____________ formations.

The _____ and ______ Rivers flow though Mammoth Cave National Park.

The elevation of _______ Mountain is 1,350 feet above sea level.

___________ Caverns is the fourth oldest commercial cave in the United States.

In _____, Mammoth Cave National Park was established by the federal government.

During the War of 1812, ___________ was a mineral mined in Mammoth Cave for the manufacture
of gunpowder.

Varying in width from twenty to sixty feet, the ______River is the largest river in Mammoth Cave.

__________ River Lake is a 10,050 acre lake situated in Barren and Allen counties.

Kentucky ranks number one nationally in the production of ______ ________.

_____ _____ is the location of Jesse James¶s Cave.

Farmland makes up ______________ of Kentucky¶s total area.

Kentucky ranks _______ nationally in the production of coal.

In ______, Mammoth Onyx Cave was opened to the public.

_______ _____ is the second oldest major tourist attraction in America, second only to Niagara
Falls.

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ANSWERS TO KENTUCKY & MAMMOTH CAVE TRIVIA
Kentucky is known as ³The Bluegrass State.´

Frankfort is the Kentucky State capital.

Kentucky¶s population is 3,685,296 .

The Commonwealth of Kentucky separated from Virginia to become the 15 th state on June 1, 1792

The Kentucky state motto is ³United We Stand, Divided We Fall.´

³My Old Kentucky Home,´ by Stephen Collins Foster, is the Kentucky State song- 1853.

The Kentucky Cardinal is the state bird.

The Kentucky Tulip Poplar is the state tree.

The Goldenrod is the state flower.

The Kentucky Spotted Bass is the state fish.

Bowling Green, KY, is the home of the General Motors Corvette Assembly Plant.

Including inland water, Kentucky covers 40,395 square miles.

There are 120 counties in Kentucky. Only Texas, with 254, and Georgia, with 159, have more.

The ³World¶s Largest One- day Picnic´ is held at Fancy Farm in Graves County.

Kentucky rank¶s as 37 th in total land area of the United States.

Kentucky has more miles of running water than any other state except Alaska .

Bardstown , KY, is known as the ³Bourbon Capital of the World.´

The oldest city in Kentucky is Harrodsburg .

Elizabethtown features the world¶s largest private collection of Coca- Cola memorabilia at
Schmidt¶s Coca- Cola Museum.

In 1861, Bowling Green was declared the Confederate capital of Kentucky.

The American Civil War presidents, Abraham Lincoln (United States) and Jefferson Davis
(Confederate States), were born in Kentucky, seven months and 100 miles apart.

Diane Sawyer joined WLKY- TV, a Louisville television station, in 1966 as a reporter.

The Kentucky Headhunters , a country/rock group from Metcalfe and Barren counties earned three
Country Music Association awards in 1990.

John Carpenter, a Bowling Green native, directed thrillers such as Halloween, The Fog, Escape
from New York, and The Thing.

Julian Goodman, who became chairman of the board at NBC in 1974, was born in Glasgow.

Jesse James and four of his gang members robbed the Southern Bank in Russellville of nine
thousand dollars on March 20, 1868.

Kentucky is bordered by Illi nois , Indiana, Ohio , West Virginia, Virginia , Tennessee, & Missouri .

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The Bluegrass State is also a Commonwealth . Kentucky is one of only four states (Massachusetts,
Pennsylvania, and Virginia) to use this designation.

Probably the world's most frequently sung song, "Happy Birthday To You" was written by
Kentuckians, two sisters from Louisville, Mildred and Patricia Hill.

Confederate cavalryman John Morgan and his men hid in Lost River Cave from Federal troops
following the burning of the Shakertown depot.

The Green River at 382 miles is the longest river in Kentucky.

Crystal Onyx Cave contains one of the nation¶s largest pre- Columbian Indian burial grounds.

The town of Horse Cave is partially built over Hidden River Cave.

The constant temperature in Mammoth Cave is fifty - four degrees Fahrenheit.

In 1925, Floyd Collins was the spelunker who drew national attention when he became trapped
and eventually died while trying to locate a new entrance to Crystal Cave.

Burgoo is the Kentucky dish of a rich thick soup made from chicken, beef, and vegetables.

The Kentucky Cave Shrimp is an endangered species that is only found in Mammoth Cave Park.

Tourism is Kentucky¶s third largest revenue producer and its second largest private employer.

The ³World¶s Largest Single Stalactite ´ is found in Diamond Caverns.

Crystal Onyx Cave is noted for its rare crystal onyx rimstone formations.

The Green and Nolin Rivers flow though Mammoth Cave National Park.

The elevation of Guntown Mountain is 1,350 feet above sea level.

Diamond Caverns is the fourth oldest commercial cave in the United States.

In 1941 , Mammoth Cave National Park was established by the federal government.

During the War of 1812, Saltpeter was a mineral mined in Mammoth Cave for the manufacture of
gu npowder.

Varying in width from twenty to sixty feet, the Echo River is the largest river in Mammoth Cave.

Barren River Lake is a 10,050 acre lake situated in Barren and Allen counties.

Kentucky ranks number one nationally in the production of burley tobacco.

Park City is the location of Jesse James¶s Cave.

Farmland makes up three - fifths of Kentucky¶s total area.

Kentucky ranks first nationally in the production of coal.

In 1921 , Mammoth Onyx Cave was opened to the public.

Mammoth Cave is the second oldest major tourist attraction in America, second only to
Niagara Falls.

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This is funny stuff!
More funny newspaper ads.

• Four-poster bed, 101 years old. Perfect for antique lover.

• Sheer stockings. Designed for fancy dress, but so serviceable that lots of women
wear nothing else.

• Man, honest. Will take anything.

• Man wanted to work in dynamite factory. Must be willing to travel.

• Wanted: Part-time married girls for soda fountain in sandwich shop.

• Wanted: Chambermaid in rectory. Love in, $200 a month. References required.

• For Sale: An antique desk suitable for a lady with thick legs and large drawers.

• Have several old dresses from grandmother in beautiful condition.

• Get rid of aunts: Zap does the job in 24 hours.

• Toaster: A gift that every member of the family appreciates. Automatically burns
toast.

• Used Cars: Why go elsewhere to be cheated? Come here first!

• Wanted: Man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink.

Actual signs posted in the United States:

• Along a Kentucky Interstate: ³Used cows for sale.´

• In a Maine restaurant: ³Open 7 days a week and weekends.´

• In the offices of a loan company: ³Ask about our plans for owning your home.´

• On a display of ³I love you´ valentine¶s day cards: Now available in multi-packs.´

• At a Santa Fe, New Mexico, gas station: ³We will not sell gasoline to anyone in a
glass container.´

• In a Florida maternity ward: ³No children allowed.´

• In a New York medical building: ³Mental Health Prevention Center.´

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SOUTHERN KENTUCKY RECIPES

Kentucky Eggnog

6 eggs, beaten separately 1 pt. whiskey


1 c. sugar, divided 1 qt. Heavy whipping cream

Separate eggs and beat yolks until light. Add 2/3 c. of the sugar and beat and beat and
beat. They should be thick and lemon-colored. When the egg yolks and part of the sugar
have been the beating effort, turn your attention to the egg whites, which should be
beaten until stiff but not dry with the remaining 1/3 c. of sugar. Then slowly pour the
whiskey-sugar-egg-yolk mixture into the whites, folding it in gently. If you do this the
eggnog mixture will not separate. Next, whip the cream and fold it into the eggnog
mixture. Fold and fold and then let stand, folding again and again. Standing and gently
moving the mixture helps to ripen it and that is important for a good eggnog. The other
way we make eggnog combines the bourbon with ¼ c. rum. Either way you make
eggnog, it can or even should be made 2 to 3 days ahead of time, keeping it cool and
stirring it occasionally.
Cissy Gregg¶s Cookbook, vol. 2, p. 14

KENTUCKY BOURBON RECIPES


Kentucky Bourbon is produced from a fermented mash of 51% corn and lesser amounts
of wheat, rye, barley, yeast and distilled limestone water. Bourbon is distilled at no more
than 160 proof and then aged in charred oak barrels. These barrels, give bourbon its
reddish color and most distinctive, smooth flavor. Bourbon is the standard by which all
other whiskeys are judged. There is no doubt that Kentucky is considered the ³bourbon
capital of the world.´

Kentucky Bourbon Slush


2 ½ c. tea, 2 ½ c. water 2 c. Maker¶s Mark bourbon
and 2 small tea bags 1 c. sugar
12 oz. can frozen lemonade 6 c. water
1 6 oz. can frozen orange juice, thawed pineapple chunks,
thawed cherries or mint

Let tea cool. Then mix all together. Freeze in a plastic container. When ready to serve,
scoop into a glass. Garnish with pineapple chunks or a cherry on a toothpick, or mint.
Makes 3 qts.
The Kentucky Derby Museum Cookbook, p. 45

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THE MINT JULEP
The making of the mint julep has many controversies. Traditionally, the whiskey used is
straight aged Kentucky bourbon. The cup in which the mint julep is served is silver and
is traditionally chilled. Each year a specially designed silver julep cup is presented to the
Kentucky Derby winner. It is very important that the water is cold and, preferably, from
a limestone spring. The sugar is either granulated or powdered, and the ice is crushed or
shaved. Sprigs of mint must be very fresh.

Kentucky Mint Julep

1 t. sugar, or more to taste 2 oz. Kentucky bourbon


whiskey
1 ½ T. chopped mint leaves 1 sprig fresh mint
1 T. water 2 short straws
crushed ice to fill each cup

Place sugar and chopped mint in a small bowl and bruise the leaves with a wooden spoon
until the mixture forms a paste. Add water and blend. Fill a julep cup half full of
crushed ice. Add the mint syrup and the whiskey, add more crushed ice until the cup is
full. Decorate with mint sprig and add straws. Put cup on tray and put in freezer to frost
for about ½ hour. Serve at once. Serves 1.
A Taste from Back Home, p. 23

Churchill Downs Mint Julep


The julep you would be served at the Kentucky Derby.

1 to 2 oz. Kentucky bourbon whiskey shaved or crushed ice to fill


each cup
1 T. chopped mint leaves 1 small bunch fresh mint
1 T. water 2 straws, cut short
1 t. sugar, or more to taste

Place sugar and chopped mint in a small crockery bowl. Bruise the leaves well with a
muddler or the back of a wooden spoon until mixture forms a paste. Add water and
continue stirring. There should be a thick green syrup by this time. Now you are ready
for the whiskey. Fill a julep cup half full of crushed or shaved ice. Add the mint syrup
and the whiskey. Fill the cup or glass with crushed ice. Slip the bunch of mint into the
ice and beside it the straws. They should be no taller than the mint. Lift the cups onto a

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tray, being careful not to touch the sides with the fingers and put them into the icebox to
frost. This will take from ½ to 1 hour. Serve at once. This is a potent drink and should
be sipped slowly. Glass tumblers may be substituted for traditional silver julep cups but
they will not frost. Serves 1.
Out of Kentucky Kitchens, p. 38

Kentucky Mint Iced Tea, Old Kentucky Style


Several sprigs of mint 6 c. hot tea
6 T. lemon juice sugar to taste

Bruise the leaves of 4 to 5 sprigs of mint. Add lemon juice, the hot tea and sugar to taste.
Let steep for about ½ hour then strain and chill it. Serve with crushed ice and sprigs of
mint, also powdered sugar if you want sweeter.
Cabbage Patch Famous Kentucky Recipes, p. 2

Kentucky Friendship Tea


1 tea bag 1 T. lemon juice
2 c. boiling water syrup from 1 20 oz. can
pineapple,
1/3 c. sugar about ½ c.
1 T. honey ½ c. orange juice, apple juice or
18 ice cubes apricot nectar
5 c. gingerale

Steep tea bag for 5 minutes. Stir in sugar and honey. Mix well. Add ice cubes, lemon
juice, pineapple syrup and orange juice. Just before serving add ginger ale.
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Kentucky Whiskey Toddy


½ t. sugar or 1 t. if you have a sweet tooth
1 T. tap water or more if you like a mild drink
a spilling jigger of bourbon whiskey, 2 to 2 ½ T.

Mix sugar and water. Add the whiskey. Pour into an old-fashioned glass and fill with
crushed ice, or add 2 ice cubes. Stir until chilled. Serve.
Out of Kentucky Kitchens, p. 41

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Kentucky Breakfast Casserole
1 ½ lbs. pork sausage 1 t. salt
9 eggs, slightly beaten 3 slices bread, cut in 1/8´ cubes
3 c. milk 1 ½ c. cheddar cheese, grated
1 ½ t. dry mustard

Brown sausage and drain. Spread in a 9´ x 13´ x 2´ greased pan. Mix all other
ingredients and spread over sausage. Cover pan and refrigerate overnight. Bake
uncovered at 350 degrees F. for 1 hour.
Food for My Household, Julia Ramey, p. 51

Southern Kentucky Beer Cheese


1 lb. cheddar cheese, grated 1 T. dry mustard
1 lb. Swiss cheese, grated 2 t. Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, crushed 1 c. beer

Combine all ingredients and mix well. Store in a covered jar in refrigerator. Serve with
crackers.
Makes 2 ½ c.

The Crowning Recipes of Kentucky, p. 12

Kentucky Beer Cheese


1 lb. sharp cheddar, finely ground 3 T. Worcestershire sauce
1 lb. mild cheddar, finely ground 4 to 5 drops hot pepper sauce
or to taste
1 clove garlic, minced 1 t. dry mustard
1 t. salt 1 12 oz. can beer

Combine all ingredients, except beer, and beat with an electric mixer. Pour in beer
slowly and beat until cheese is very smooth. Store in covered jar. Remove from
refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving. Beat once more. Serves 12 to 16.
The Kentucky Derby Museum Cookbook, p. 23

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Southern Cheese Grits
2 c. instant grits 1 6 oz. tube garlic cheese spread
3 c. boiling water 1 t. salt
1 stick butter 2 eggs, well beaten

Stir grits into boiling water. Remove from heat and add butter, cheese, salt and beaten
eggs. Pour into well-greased casserole. Bake for 45 minutes at 350 degrees F. until set
and light brown on top.
Cookbook of Treasures, Jane Cobb, p. 55

Kentucky Cheese-Garlic Grits


3 ½ c. milk 1 t. salt
1 c. grits 2 eggs
1 stick margarine ½ c. milk
1 6 oz. roll garlic cheese ½ c. cheese, grated

Bring to boil milk and add grits. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 8 to 10
minutes. Add margarine, garlic cheese and salt. Stir until margarine and cheese are
melted. Beat eggs and add milk. Add to grits mixture. Pour into a well-buttered 1 ½ qt.
Casserole. Bake 30 minutes in a 350 degree F. oven. Remove from oven and sprinkle
grated cheese on top. Return to oven and bake 15 minutes longer.
Cookbook of Treasures, Mary Keene, p. 54, 55

Hominy Grits Casserole


1 c. hominy grits 1 t. salt
4 c. water, salted 2 eggs
1 c. sharp cheese, grated 1 ½ c. milk, approx.
½ c. butter corn flakes

Cook grits in boiling salted water until slightly thick. Add the cheese, butter and salt.
Cool a little. Put eggs in measuring cup and add milk to make 1 ½ c., then beat. Fold
egg mixture into grits. Put in 325 degree F. oven for 15 minutes. Stir and sprinkle with
corn flakes and cook until firm.
We Make You Kindly Welcome, p. 16

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Southern Ham and Bean Soup
1 c. navy beans ½ c. onion, chopped
1 small meaty ham bone 3 ½ c. canned tomatoes
1 ½ qts. water 1 T. parsley, minced
1 c. celery, diced salt and pepper

Soak beans overnight in cold water. Drain in morning. Cover beans and ham bone with
water. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer 4 to 5 hours. Season to taste with
salt and pepper.
A Taste from Back Home, p. 55

Kentucky Style Soup Beans


1 lb. beans 1 T. salt
3 T. sugar 1 piece of pork meat, the size of your fingers

Wash and soak beans overnight. Use a large kettle so you can use as much water as
possible without having it boil over while cooking. Add sugar, salt and meat. Stir often
to prevent sticking. Add more water, if necessary, to have some juice in the beans. Test
for taste; you may need more sugar or salt or both.
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KENTUCKY BURGOO
This Kentucky stew is traditionally as well known at the Kentucky Derby as the mint
julep, where both are served. It is thought that the name, ³burgoo,´ came from one of
John Hunt Morgan¶s, cavalrymen during the Civil War.

Kentucky Burgoo
1 4 to 5 lb. hen 1 T. Worcestershire sauce
1 lb. beef stew meat 1 ½ t. black pepper
1 lb. veal stew meat ½ t. cayenne
2 lbs. of knuckle bones 6 onions, finely chopped
1 stalk of celery 8 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 carrot, peeled 1 turnip, peeled and chopped
1 onion, peeled 2 green peppers, chopped
6 sprigs parsley 2 c. butter beans, fresh

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1 10oz. can tomato puree 2 c. celery, sliced
4 qts. water 2 c. okra, sliced
1 red pepper pod 2 c. fresh corn
¼ c. salt ½ unpeeled lemon, seeded
1 T. sugar 2 c. cabbage, chopped
1 T. lemon juice

Combine first 17 ingredients in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 4 hours; cool.
Strain meat mixture, reserving meat and stock. Discard vegetables. Remove bone, skin
and gristle from meat. Finely chop meat and return to stock. Refrigerate overnight. The
next day remove layer of fat. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer 1 hour.
Uncover and simmer 2 hours, stirring frequently.
My Old Kentucky Homes Cookbook, p. 33

Southern Kentucky Burgoo


2 lbs. pork shank 1 qt. Tomato puree
2 lbs. veal shank 2 c. whole corn, fresh or canned
2 lbs. beef shank 2 red pepper pods
2 lbs. breast of lamb 2 c. okra, diced
1 4 lb. hen 2 c. lima beans
8 qts. water 1 c. celery, diced
1 ½ lbs. Irish potatoes salt and cayenne to taste
1 ½ lbs. onions Tabasco
1 bunch carrots A-1 Sauce
2 green peppers Worcestershire sauce to taste
2 c. cabbage, chopped parsley, chopped

Put all the meat in the cold water and bring slowly to a boil. Simmer until it is tender
enough to fall from the bones. Lift the meat out of the stock. Cool and chop up the meat,
removing the bones. Pare potatoes, skin onion, and dice both. Return meat to stock and
add potatoes, onions and all other vegetables. Allow to simmer until thick. Burgoo
should be very thick, but still soup. Season along, but not too much until it is almost
done. Add chopped parsley just before the stew is taken up. Stir frequently with a long-
handled wooden paddle or spoon during the first part of the cooking and almost
constantly after it gets thick. Cook about 10 hours. Serves 25.
Cabbage Patch Famous Kentucky Recipes, p. 27

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Barren River State Resort Park¶s Famous Burgoo
½ lb. pork shank ¼ c. celery, diced
½ lb. beef shank ½ c. whole corn, fresh or canned
½ lb. veal shank ½ c. cabbage, chopped
½ lb. lamb breast ½ c. okra, diced
1 lb. hen ½ c. lima beans
2 qts. water salt to taste
¾ lb. Irish potatoes cayenne pepper to taste
¾ lb. onions Tabasco to taste
½ pt. tomato puree A-1 sauce to taste
2 carrots Worcestershire to taste
½ green pepper parsley, chopped, to taste
½ red pepper pod

Start cooking burgoo early in the day. Overall cooking time is approx. 10 hours. The
time may be broken in half; cooking the meat the first day, then adding vegetables and
continue cooking the next day. Put all meat into cold water and bring slowly to a boil.
Simmer until it is tender enough to fall from the bones. Lift the meat out of the stock.
Cool, chop up the meat, removing the bones. Dice potatoes and onions. Return meat to
stock and add all vegetables, potatoes and onions. Simmer until thick. Burgoo should be
very thick, but still soupy. Season along, but not too much, until it is almost done. As
the burgoo simmers down, the seasoning will become more pronounced. Add chopped
parsley just before the stew is taken up. Stir frequently with a long-handled spoon during
the first part of the cooking and almost constantly after it gets thick. Serves 4 to 6.
Recipes from Kentucky State Resort Parks, p. 9

KENTUCKY HOT BROWN


Credit must be given to the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, for introducing the
³Hot Brown.´ This Kentucky favorite was created by the hotel¶s chef, Fred Schmidt.
His creation consisted of slice roast turkey, open-faced on white toast. It was topped with
Mornay sauce and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. It was then broiled, and garnished
with crossed strips of cooked bacon and pimiento. This dish was a huge hit and has been
imitated by many cooks and chefs.
The Brown Hotel closed in 1971, but reopened in 1985, and the hot brown is once again
its¶ signature dish.

Kentucky Hot Brown


4 slices of toast Mornay sauce
4 slices cooked turkey breast Parmesan cheese, grated

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8 slices fried bacon 4 slices of tomatoes

In 4 individual gratin dishes, place a slice of toast and top with turkey and 2 bacon slices.
Cover with Mornay sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and top with sliced tomato.
Place in 400 degree F. oven and bake 10 minutes or until brown and bubbly.

Mornay sauce: Melt 3 T. butter in a pan, remove from heat and stir in 3 T. flour. Pour in
2 c. milk and bring to a boil, stirring. Simmer 2 minutes, season and cool a little before
beating in ¼ c. grated Gruyere or cheddar cheese. Stir in ¼ t. Dijon-style or prepared
mustard and season to taste. Makes 2 c.
Donna Gill Recommends, p. 17

Granny¶s Skillet Cornbread


¾ c. cornmeal ½ t. soda
½ c. flour 1 c. buttermilk
1 t. salt 2 T. vegetable oil or bacon drippings
1 t. baking powder

Heat greased iron skillet. Combine all ingredients. Pour batter into heated skillet and
bake at 400 degrees F. for 20 minutes.
Source unknown

Southern Cornbread
1 ½ c. cornmeal 1 1/3 c. buttermilk
¾ t. baking soda 2 eggs, separated
1 t. salt ¼ c. shortening, melted

Sift cornmeal, soda and salt together. Add buttermilk to well-beaten egg yolks and add
cornmeal mixture. Beat well. Add hot melted shortening and beat well. Fold in stiffly
beaten egg whites and pour into greased skillet. Bake at 450 degrees F. for 20 to 30
minutes.
Speedwell Christian Church Cookbook, Nell Pearson, p. 48

Kentucky Cornsticks
1 c. cornmeal 1 c. buttermilk
1 t. salt 1 egg
½ t. soda 2 T. shortening
1 t. baking powder

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Sift dry ingredients together. Add buttermilk, well-beaten egg and shortening. Pour into
well-greased frying pan or cornstick pan. Bake in hot oven at 350 degrees F. for 25
minutes or until brown. Can be made with sweet milk but omit soda.
Source unknown

Kentucky Hoe Cake or Southern Pone Bread


Mix 1 c. plain cornmeal with water to make a soupy mixture. Add 1 t. salt. Pour a thin
layer onto a hot, well-greased frying pan. Allow to brown and turn once. Serve hot. If
making pone bread, use less water and shape into pones. Cook in oven at 325 degrees F.
until brown.
Source unknown

Mom¶s White Hoe Cake Bread


2 c. white cornmeal boiling water,
1 t. salt enough to make thick mush
solid shortening for frying

Mix cornmeal and salt. Add boiling water, stirring constantly until a thick mush forms.
Add enough water so it can easily be spooned onto a hot griddle. Fry until golden. Turn
and fry other side. Be sure one side is done before turning. Add extra shortening during
frying if bread appears to be dry.

Granny Bigger¶s Johnnycakes


Put 1 qt. cornmeal into a bowl. Add a heaping t. of salt. Stir in boiling water until it is all
moistened. With your hands, mold it into cakes ½´ thick. Bake cakes on a hot griddle
rubbed with a bit of pork fat. Let them cook slowly. When one side is done turn the
other. They may be baked in an oven for 20 minutes. Serve hot with plenty of butter.

Fried Cornmeal Mush


½ c. cornmeal ¾ t. salt
2 ¾ c. boiling water

Sprinkle cornmeal into rapidly salted boiling water (using the top of a double boiler). Stir
constantly. When thickened, cook over hot water at least 1 hour, stirring only
occasionally. White hot, pour into a greased loaf pan. Smooth surface of mush. Chill

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overnight or until very firm. Cut into ¾´ slices and brown in hot fat on both sides. This
is especially good with maple syrup.
The Household Searchlight Recipe Book, p. 111

Famous Kentucky Spoonbread


1 stick margarine 1 8 oz. can whole kernel corn
2 eggs 1 8 oz. can creamed corn
1 8 oz. carton sour cream 1 8 oz. pkg. Corn muffin mix

Melt margarine. Beat eggs slightly in separate bowl. Add eggs to margarine. Mix and
add sour cream. Mix and add corn. Mix and add corn muffin mix. Mix and bake in a 1
½ qt. Casserole at 350 degrees F. for 30 minutes.
Speedwell Christian Church Cookbook, Janie McGraw, p. 46

KENTUCKY BEATEN BISCUITS


Beaten biscuits served with country ham, are a true Kentucky tradition. These biscuits
are small and hard; the result of vigorous beating to get all the air out of the dough. In
early days, the biscuits were beaten by hand for up to 45 minutes. Later, the beaten
biscuit machine was developed.

Kentucky Beaten Biscuits


2 c. flour ¼ c. lard or solid shortening
1 t. salt ¼ c. ice cold milk
1 t. baking powder ¼ c. ice cold water

Combine dry ingredients. Cut lard into mixture until it resembles cornmeal. Stir in milk
and water to make a very stiff dough. Turn out on a lightly floured board and form into a
ball. Beat with a rolling pin about 500 times, turning and beating for at least ½ hour.
Roll out to ½ ³ thickness and cut out with a 1 to ½ ³ biscuit cutter. Prick each biscuit
with a 3-tined fork 3 times. Bake in a preheated 350 degree F. oven for 20 to 25 minutes
until biscuits are lightly browned. Makes 2 dozen.
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KENTUCKY COUNTRY HAM
Kentucky country hams are known as one of the world¶s best preserved meats. The ham
has a very rich and smoky flavor. There are many delicious ways to prepare country
ham. Below I have provided a few of our family¶s favorites.

Important: before the ham is cooked, hang it in a cool, dry place. Do not store a country
ham in the refrigerator. A garage or basement is the best storage place. The best means
of storing a ham is to hang it up, as it will continue to drip moisture and mold until it is
cooked.

Mold on a ham is a natural result of curing and aging. It is not harmful and can be
scrubbed off before cooking. The ham will also develop white spots on it, due to the
aging. Country ham can be kept in the refrigerator up to 6 weeks. Country ham loses its
flavor when frozen.

We know of a local business that sent many of their better customers expensive country
hams each year at Christmas. Some of these customers were located in the north and did
not understand how country hams were cured. When they received their country ham gift
and the ham had mold, the customer threw the ham away thinking the ham was bad. The
company now sends out cards explaining the curing process with each ham given as a
gift.

Kentucky Country Ham


To prepare the country ham for cooking, scrub it in warm water with a stiff brush to
remove mold, rinse it well. Cut off the hock, which can be used later for seasoning other
dishes. Soak the ham 12 to 24 hours. This will help remove some of the salt and add
moisture back to the cured ham. Discard the water after you finish soaking the ham.

To boil or simmer your country ham, place it in a large roaster, skin side up. Cover 2/3
of the ham with fresh, cold water. Add ½ c. vinegar to the water. Place cover on the
roaster. Put the ham on the stove and bring to a boil, then turn the heat down and
simmer. Allow the ham to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes per lb. or until a meat
thermometer reads 160 degrees F. This will take 4 to 6 hours, depending on the size of
the ham. You can also tell that the ham is done when the large bone in the butt end of the
ham becomes loose and protrudes. Add water if necessary during the cooking process to
keep the ham 2/3 covered. Allow the ham to cool in the cooking water. When it has
cooled, pour off the water and carefully remove the skin and trim away the excess fat. If
desired, the bone can be removed at this time. Place the ham on a rack in a shallow

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roasting pan. Score the fat in a diamond pattern and stud with cloves. Pat 1 c. dark
brown sugar on ham. Place the ham in a 350 degree F. oven and bake for 30 minutes.

Ham should be served only after it has cooled to room temperature. Always cut slices as
thinly as possible. After ham is cooked, it should be tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and
refrigerated. It will keep in the refrigerator up to 6 weeks. Country ham can be frozen,
but the flavor is not as good afterward.

Baked Country Ham


Soak ham overnight. Put ham in 6 to 8 c. water in roast pan. Cook in 350 degree F. oven
15 minutes per pound if ham weighs 16 lbs. Cook it 4 hours. Stick a fork or knife in
ham to the bone to be sure ham is done. Remove ham from oven and place on pan to
bake. Trim and remove skin. Cover with brown sugar and sprinkle with cracker crumbs.
Add cloves, if desired. Bake until brown. Take out and place on large meat dish. Wrap
and place in refrigerator until time to slice. It will slice better if taken out of refrigerator
2 to 3 hours before slicing.
Cookbook of Treasures, Jane Cobb, p.36

Baked Southern Country Ham


Soak ham overnight in cold water. Trim dark places and excess fat. Place ham in
roaster. Partly cover with cold water to which has been added 1 c. brown sugar, ½ c.
vinegar, 1 whole onion, 1 whole apple and 1 handful of whole cloves. Heat quickly until
water starts to boil briskly. Cut down heat to 325 degrees F. and cook until tender, about
15 minutes per pound. Let set in water until cool. Put on tray and skin, score and baste
with 1 c. bread crumbs and ½ c. brown sugar. Put 1 whole clove in each scored section.
Place in slow oven and brown. Meat thermometer should register 158 degrees F. when
ham is done. Baked ham should be boned while warm. Dissolve 1 pkg. of Knox gelatin
in ¼ c. cold water. Add 1 ½ c. hot ham liquor, 3 T. meal and ½ c. brown sugar. Fill
crevices left inside of ham after boning, then tie securely and place in cloth or aluminum
foil. Place in refrigerator overnight to cool. Slice in even slices on a meat slicer. Portion
carefully, 2 ½ oz. each, and place between layers of aluminum foil or oiled paper until
serving time. Never slice baked ham longer than 1 day ahead of serving time. Serve
cold, never reheat baked country ham.
Recipes from Kentucky State Resort Parks, p. 69

Southern Fried Country Ham with Red-Eye Gravy


Ham should be cut in slices ¼´ thick. Trim off rind and cut gashes in fat to keep ham
from curling. Put the slice of ham in a hot skillet (300 degrees F.). Brown quickly on
one side, turn and brown the other side. Repeat until the fat is translucent. Do not

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overcook. It will cause the ham to be tough and dry. If the ham is too salty for your
taste, soak the slices in milk or water for 30 minutes before cooking. After the ham is
fried, pour off most of the grease. Add a small amount of water and let simmer for a few
minutes. Pour gravy over ham or biscuits and serve hot.
Finchville Farms County Hams, Finchville, Kentucky

Fried Kentucky Country Ham with Red-Eye Gravy


Soak ham slices in milk for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This seems to take out
some of the salt. Trim rind and excess fat from ham and cut into small pieces. Place fat
in a large, heavy ungreased iron skillet. Stirring often, fry over moderate heat until pieces
are crisp and have rendered all their fat. Discard fat and add ham slices. Add 1 c. of
water and simmer gently until water is gone. Turn the slices and regulate heat so they
color richly and evenly without burning. Transfer ham to heated platter. Pour the coffee
into the skillet. Bring to a boil scraping in the brown bits that cling to the bottom of the
skillet. Boil briskly, uncovered, until gravy turns red, then pour over ham. If you prefer,
pour gravy into a gravy boat to be spooned over ham and hot biscuits. Serve at once.
Kentucky Keepsakes, Elizabeth Ross, p. 171

Milk or Cream Gravy


3 T. oil or fat with scrappies, 2 c. milk, hot is best
(pan drippings from frying) ½ t. salt
3 T. all-purpose flour 1/8 to ¼ t. pepper

Save fat from fried chicken, country fried steak or pork chops. Pour 3 T. back into hot
skillet. Stir in flour and blend well. Cook and stir until lightly browned. I use the
seasoned flour from making fried chicken, etc. Over medium heat, gradually add milk,
stirring constantly, until thick and bubbly. Stir in salt and pepper. This gravy goes with
everything.
Kentucky Keepsakes, Elizabeth Ross, p. 194

Kentucky Green Beans


half runner or Kentucky wonder salt to taste
Beans, as many as you want pepper
onion to taste seasoning bacon or salt pork
sugar to taste

Snip the ends off the beans. Cut them in half. Remove the strings. Slice up the onion.
Add all the ingredients in a big kettle and season the beans to your taste. Cover the beans
with water. Put a top on the kettle and simmer slowly for 3 to 5 hours. For the last ½

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hour turn up the heat and let the water cook out of the beans. Adjust the seasoning if
need be.
Thelma¶s Treasures, p. 62

Cabbage Casserole
2 c. corn flakes, crushed 1 c. cheese, grated
½ c. butter, melted ½ c. mayonnaise
4 c. cooked cabbage, shredded 1 can cream of celery soup
1 c. milk

Mix corn flakes and butter. Put ½ of mixture in buttered dish. Layer cabbage on top of
crumbs. Combine milk, cheese, mayonnaise and celery soup. Pour over cabbage. Top
with remaining corn flakes mixture. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 30 minutes.
Source unknown

Fresh Sweet Corn


1 doz. Ears of fresh corn ½ c. cream
¼ c. butter salt and pepper

Cut kernels from corn raw or after boiling. Scrape cobs with back of knife to get the milk
out of cob. Add other ingredients. Heat to simmer. Cook no more than 5 minutes if
using cooked corn, 10 minutes if uncooked. This dish is better if you use fresh corn, but
is a good way to use leftover corn. If desired, add a pinch of salt. Also, you might want
to sauté a bit of onion and green pepper in the butter and add to mixture.
Source unknown

Southern Fried Corn


8 ears corn (young 2 T. bacon drippings or
field corn preferred) lard or butter
4 T. butter 1 green pepper,
salt and pepper to taste diced, optional

Cut corn kernels from cobs. Melt butter in skillet. Add corn and seasonings and cook
until the corn is tender ± about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally. Do not have the flame too
high as the corn may burn. If mixture begins to brown before corn is done, add ½ c. of
milk or cream. Keep the lid on while cooking and stir occasionally to keep from sticking.
We often add a diced green pepper when the corn is put in the skillet. Makes 6 servings.
Kentucky Derby Museum Cookbook, p. 157

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Cave Country Corn Pudding
2 c. corn 2 eggs, well-beaten
4 T. flour 1 T. butter or margarine, melted
2 t. sugar, level 2 c. milk
1 t. salt, level

Mix corn, flour, sugar and salt together. Combine well-beaten eggs, melted butter and
milk. Mix with corn mixture. Pour into a greased baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees F.
for 1 hour. Stir from the bottom 2 or 3 times during the first 30 minutes of baking time.
Recipe may be doubled. Serves 4.
Source unknown

Southern-Fried Green Tomatoes


2 large green tomatoes oil or solid vegetable shortening
1 ½ c. finely ground for frying
white cornmeal salt and pepper to taste

Slice the tomatoes ¼´ thick. Dredge both sides of the tomatoes in cornmeal, pressing the
slices firmly into the meal to make a good coating. Shake off excess meal. Put enough
oil or shortening in a skillet to come to a depth of ¼´ and place the skillet over medium
heat. Add the tomatoes to the hot oil a few at a time without crowding. Fry until golden
brown or about 2 minutes. Turn. When both sides are golden brown, drain on paper
towels and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve hot. Serves 4.
Sharing Our Best, Lucille Lowe, p. 35

Kentucky Fried Apples


2 medium tart cooking ¼ c. margarine
apples, you need 2 c. ½ to ¾ c. sugar

With paring knife, peel a 1 ½´ strip around the center of the apple. This band will then
remove about 1/3 of the apple peel. Cut the apples into quarters. Next, slice each quarter
into 3 or 4 sections as you would section an orange. Place the apples, sugar and
margarine in a very heavy or cooking pan. Cover and place on medium heat. When
mixture begins to cook, allow 10 minutes of cooking time. Remove cover and cook 5 to
10 minutes longer until apples are tender and rather transparent. You may need to reduce
the heat to low during this final cooking stage. Should your apples be juiceless, you may
wish to add a small amount of water to give moisture. Makes 3 servings.
The Household Searchlight Recipe Book, p. 171

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KENTUCKY SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
Southerners believe that for perfect fried chicken you should use a seasoned cast iron
skillet.

Directions for seasoning an iron skillet:

Heat the iron skillet in the oven or on top of the stove. Using a paper towel or
cloth, wipe the skillet with a light coat of unsalted cooking oil. Reheat the skillet
in an oven or on top of the stove. Repeat several times for best results. Do not
wash in soap and water when cleaning. Wipe clean with a light coat of cooking
oil.

Southern Fried Chicken


chicken pepper
salt paprika
flour vegetable oil

Put the chicken pieces in a large pot of water. Add 2 T. salt for every chicken you use.
Soak chicken in the salt water overnight in the refrigerator. The next day, drain off water
and pat chicken pieces dry. Mix the flour (enough to coat all of the chicken) with the
pepper, paprika, and a little bit of salt to taste. Coat each piece of chicken with this
mixture. In an iron skillet, add the vegetable oil and heat until it sizzles. The oil should
be even up with the chicken. Add a few pieces of chicken and turn down the heat to
medium. Cook the chicken 30 minutes or so on one side and flip it and cook it 30
minutes on the other side until it is evenly browned. Remove the pieces from the pan as
they are done and drain on a paper towel.
Thelma¶s Treasures, p. 45

Southern Cornbread Stuffing


3 c. cornbread, ½ c. onion
broken in pieces 1/3 T. ground sage
2 c. biscuits, ¼ t. black pepper
broken in pieces 2 c. rich chicken stock
½ c. onion, minced ¼ t. pepper

Mix all ingredients together. Place in a baking pan and bake at 350 degrees F. for 35
minutes. This is the dressing the Northerners wonder how the Southerners make and the
Southerners wonder why the Northerners don¶t know how.
Source unknown

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Moist Kentucky Cornbread Dressing
1 c. cornmeal 1 ¼ t. poultry seasoning
2 c. cold stock ½ c. onion, chopped
1/3 c. mayonnaise ¼ t. pepper
1 c. celery, chopped 5 c. toasted bread cubes
1 t. salt 2 eggs, beaten

Combine meal and stock. Cook until thick, then combine with the other ingredients.
Bake at 325 degrees F. for 50 to 60 minutes.
A Taste from Back Home, p. 40

KENTUCKY BIBB LETTUCE


Many gourmet cooks consider Kentucky bibb lettuce to be the finest lettuce anywhere.
This lettuce was originally called ³limestone lettuce.´

John Bibb developed this lettuce in his garden in Frankfort, Kentucky. It is believed to
have been developed around 1865. This lettuce is most often used for wilted salad;
always a Kentucky favorite.

Southern Wilted Lettuce


3 qts. Bibb lettuce, 2 T. vinegar
cleaned and dried 5 slices bacon, crisply fried, crumbled
3 green onions, heads reserved bacon drippings from frying
and tops, chopped fine 2 eggs, hard-cooked and chopped
radishes, sliced, optional 1 t. salt
1 T. sugar

Place lettuce, onions, radishes, sugar and salt in bowl. Pour vinegar over all. Pour hot
bacon grease over all and top with chopped eggs and crumbled bacon. Serve
immediately.
Kentucky Keepsakes, Elizabeth Ross, p. 141

Aunt Pidge¶s Boiled Dressing


4 large eggs or 5 small ones 1 t. salt
1 c. sugar and ½ c. flour 1 c. vinegar
mixed together 1 c. water
1 T. pepper

Mix all ingredients and cook in double boiler until thickened. Add a pinch of baking
powder when finished cooking. Beat and heat a few minutes longer.

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KENTUCKY BOURBON BALLS
The late M rs. Ruth Booe, co-owner of Rebecca-Ruth Candy, Inc, developed this
Kentucky candy in the 1930¶s. This undoubtedly is Kentucky¶s most famous and well
known candy. The candy is made with a fondant center generously laced with bourbon,
encased in pecan halves and dipped in dark chocolate

Two other delicious candies that were created in Kentucky were Modjeskas and Cream
Pull Candy.

Kentucky Bourbon Balls


1 lb. confectioners¶ sugar pecan halves
1 T. butter, softened 1 12 oz. pkg. semi-sweet
¼ t. salt chocolate bits
1 t. vanilla ½ block paraffin
bourbon whiskey

Mix the first 4 ingredients, adding enough bourbon to make a base as thick as dough.
Roll into balls and place ½ pecan on the top of each ball. Place on waxed paper to
harden. Melt together over a double boiler the chocolate bits and ½ block paraffin.
Using a toothpick, dip balls in chocolate and place on waxed paper.
Cookbook of Treasures, p. 121

Kentucky Cream Candy


1 c. water 1 c. cream
3 c. white sugar ¼ t. soda
½ t. salt butter, size of an egg

Place 1 c. water in deep kettle. Bring to a boil and add sugar and salt. Cook until
mixture will spin a thread. Add cream with soda dissolved in it, slowly. Add butter.
Bring to a hard boil, cooking until it forms a hard ball in cold water. Pour on marble slab
and cool. Pull until it holds its shape. Cut with scissors and place in tin.
Sharing Our Best, Mary Searly, p. 152

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Modjeskas
2 c. sugar 1 t. vanilla
1 c. white corn syrup ½ t. salt
2 c. heavy cream 36 to 40 large marshmallows

In heavy saucepan, mix sugar, syrup and 1 c. of the cream. Cook about 10 minutes,
stirring until sugar is dissolved. Add the other c. of cream slowly and stir just enough to
prevent scorching. Cook over high heat until thermometer reaches 230 degrees F.
Reduce heat and cook to 244 degrees F. on thermometer. Remove from heat and add
vanilla and salt. Beat until smooth and cool. Cut marshmallows in half and dip in
caramel until well coated. When completely cooled, wrap each piece in waxed paper.
A Taste from Back Home, p. 203

KENTUCKY SWEETS
Some of the most edible wild plants growing in Kentucky are blueberries, papaws,
pecans, black walnuts, and certain hickories. One of the tastiest and most common to
Kentucky is blackberries.

Other Kentucky favorites are fried apple pies, black cake, spice cake, and cheese pie.

Kentucky Blackberry Jam


To 1 qt. Fresh blackberries, add 4 c. sugar. Cook over medium heat in a heavy 4 qt.
saucepan. When berries have bubbled in a full boil for 3 minutes, add an additional 1 ½
c. sugar. Bring to a boil rapidly until mixture thickens and forms a glaze on the spoon.
Stir gently taking care not to bruise berries. Store in airtight containers, sealing while
hot. Makes 3 pts.
Source unknown

Chess Pie
1 T. flour, level ¼ c. water
1 c. white sugar 1 t. white vinegar
¼ t. salt ½ c. butter, melted
2 egg yolks unbaked pie shell
1 whole egg

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Mix flour, sugar and salt together. Beat the 2 egg yolks and the one whole egg together
adding water, vinegar and melted butter. After beating the above mixture well, add the
flour, sugar and salt mixture. Pour into pie shell and bake at 350 degrees F. until set,
about 35 minutes. Use the 2 egg whites left from yolks for meringue. Use 1 T. white
sugar to each egg white. Beat with electric mixer until stiff. Spread on top of pie and
brown for 12 minutes in a 250-degree F. oven.
Beaumont Inn Special Recipes, p. 110

Chocolate Pecan Pie


1 c. sugar 2 T. bourbon
¼ c. margarine, melted 1 t. vanilla
3 eggs, slightly beaten ½ c. pecans, chopped
¾ c. light corn syrup ½ c. chocolate chips
¼ t. salt 9´ pie shell, unbaked

Cream sugar and margarine. Add eggs, syrup, salt, bourbon and vanilla. Mix until
blended. Spread pecans and chocolate chips in bottom of pie shell. Pour filling into
shell. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 40 to 50 minutes.
Fountain Favorites, p. 79

Southern Fried Pies


2/3 c. shortening ¾ t. salt
2 c. flour, sifted 4 to 6 T. cold water
Filling:
2 c. apples or 1 can 1 T. cinnamon
of pie apples or applesauce butter
½ c. brown sugar

Combine shortening, flour, salt and water to make pastry. Roll very thin and cut into
circles the size of a saucer. Combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon and butter to make
filling. Cut apples with a pastry blender until smooth. Add 2 T. filling to center of
circles. Fold until edges are even and press together firmly with fork. Fry quickly in hot
fat, covered until golden brown. Drain.
Source unknown

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Kentucky Black Cake
2 c. flour ½ t. soda
½ c. seeded raisins ¼ t. cloves
½ c. dates, chopped 1 t. cinnamon
½ c. figs, chopped ¼ t. allspice
2 T. whiskey ½ t. nutmeg
1 c. butter ½ c. raspberry or blackberry jam
1 c. brown sugar, packed firm ½ c. nuts, pecans, almonds or
2 eggs, well-beaten English walnuts, chopped
1/3 c. sour cream

Brown flour in oven until golden brown. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Set aside
and cool. Sift. Mix the raisins, dates and figs. Pour whiskey over the fruit and mix well.
Let stand 2 hours or until all liquor has been absorbed. Cream butter with sugar. Add the
beaten eggs and sour cream. Sift the flour once more with the soda and spices. Pour the
liquid ingredients into the dry, stirring constantly to prevent lumping. Add the jam,
chopped nuts and the whiskey-soaked fruit. Pour into a greased and floured tube pan or a
loaf pan and bake in a moderate 375 degree F. oven for 1 ½ to 2 hours or until cake tests
done. Remove from oven and let cake cool in pan before turning out. Makes a 3 lb.
cake.

Out of Kentucky, p. 257

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SOLUTIONS TO CHILDREN¶S PUZZLES

WORD FIND ± Animals of Mammoth Cave

ANSWERS TO PUZZLE

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ANIMAL WORD SCRAMBLES
These are critters you might find in the cave area!

ANSWER SHEET TO SCRAMBLES


A) tsab ANSWER = bats

B) tekicrc eacv ANSWER = cave cricket

C) dersnamalas ANSWER = salamanders

D) dnilbhsif ANSWER = blindfish

E) yarchsfi dnilb ANSWER = blind crayfish

F) ered ANSWER = deer

G) ygre qlerrius ANSWER = grey squirrel

H) ghodnourg ANSWER = groundhog

I) xbo etlrut ANSWER = box turtle

J) daehreocpp ANSWER = copperhead

K) rekcepoodw ANSWER = woodpecker

L) acev hrpmis ANSWER = cave shrimp

M) eknas elttar ANSWER = rattle snake

N) vaebre ANSWER = beaver

O) etoyco ANSWER = coyote

P) nococar ANSWER = raccoon

Q) yektur dliw ANSWER = wild turkey

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MAMMOTH CAVE WORD SCRAMBLE

ANSWERS TO SENTENCE SCRAMBLE

Spring Word Scramble


1) sfroewl mbolo ni eht gsnpri
ANSWER = flowers bloom in the spring

2) s¶lte og vcangi
ANSWER = let¶s go caving

Summer Word Scramble


3) ew dslohu ehva a cpiicn
ANSWER = we should have a picnic

4) emit rfo yfilam nvoaitac


ANSWER = time for family vacation

Fall Word Scramble


5) uoy tmhgi dene a rsewtae
ANSWER = you might need a sweater

6) ruo yflaim sgeo gcnmipa


ANSWER = our family goes camping

Winter Word Scramble


7) eb esru ot sders lmwray
ANSWER = be sure to dress warmly

8) t¶ond psli no eht cei


ANSWER = don¶t slip on the ice

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MAMMOTH CAVE AREA CROSSWORD PUZZLE

ANSWERS TO CROSSWORD PUZZLE

1d C D 2d

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O 4d L
S 2a K E N T U C K Y C A V E R N S O
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6. The world¶s largest cave system with over 350 miles of passageways.
7. When you leave this cave you might see a kangaroo.
8. This cave has a beautiful 78 foot onyx waterfall & watch out for gunfighters when you come out.
9. Cave where famous cave explorer, Floyd Collins, in January of 1925 was trapped & later died.
10. An Indian burial site dating back to 680 B.C. makes this cave distinctive.

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5. This cave has the longest cave gate in the United States.
6. The name of the fourth oldest show and formation cave in the United States.
7. This cave features Kentucky¶s largest show cave entrance & has a town right above the cave.
8. The shortest, deepest river in the world runs through this cave & Jesse James has stayed here.

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Churches / ATMs / Emergency #
Area Churches & Places of Worship
Caveland Baptist Church 15 Wall Street 270-773-6050
Cave City Baptist Church 501 Broadway Street 270-773-3471
Cave City Christian Church 300 Broadway Street 270-773-3643
Cave City United Methodist Church 211 Duke Street 270-773-2669
Church Of Christ 708 Broadway Street 270-773-3870
First Baptist Wigwam Church 207 Broadway Street 270-773-5792
Our Lady Of The Caves Catholic Church 31 W Horse Cave 270-786-1188
Owens Chapel Baptist Church 303 S. Dixie Hwy 270-773-4558
St. Helen's Catholic Church 103 W. Brown Street 270-651-5263

ATM Machines
902 Mammoth Cave
Jr. Foods Cave City Street 270-773-2281
Minit Mart Cave City 99 S. Dixie Hwy 270-773-3600
BB& T Bank 102 Broadway Street 270-773-2156
South Central Bank 518 N. Dixie Hwy 270-773-4466
US Bank 104 Broadway Street 270-773-3112

Emergency Numbers
Emergency Calls - Enhanced 911 911
Barren County Sheriff 270-651-2771
Cave City Police Department 103 Duke Street 270-773-2441
Glasgow Police Department 201 S Broadway 270-651-5151
Horse Cave Police Department 121 Woodlawn Street 270-786-4357
Munfordville Police Department 111 Main Street 270-524-5359
Caverna Memorial Hospital 1501 S. Dixie Street 270-786-2191
T.J. Samson Community Hospital 1301 North Race Street 270-651-4444
Kentucky State Police Bowling Green Post 800-222-5555
Kentucky Road Conditions 511
Kentucky Road Report 800-459-7623
Kentucky Regional Poison Center Louisville 800-222-1222
Cave City Prescription Center 101 S. Dixie Hwy 270-773-2252
Parkland Drugs 209 N. Dixie Hwy 270-773-3152

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Kentucky¶s cocktail confusion
Production? YES
Consumption? NO
BY GARY WOLLENHAUPT City Magazine Spring 2007

Kentucky¶s historic love-hate relationship with alcohol is reflected in the contradictory


attitudes regarding one of the state¶s best known products.

Consider world-famous Kentucky bourbon, widely believed to have been invented in


Georgetown in the 1780s. Today, some 95 percent of the world¶s bourbon originates
here. The state and the liquor industry spend millions touting the Kentucky Bourbon
Trail as a top tourist attraction. But it¶s still illegal to buy even a glass of bourbon in 53
of the 120 counties.

Proposals to legalize the consumption of liquor are almost guaranteed to prompt debate
as religious and temperance groups and pro-alcohol forces bolster their arguments with
statistics, moral issues and assertions of economic growth.

Those debates have continued through the decades as Kentucky has exported millions of
gallons of bourbon.

Legacy of dryness
As with the rest of the nation, the repeal of Prohibition with the passage of the 21st
amendment to the U.S. Constitution meant liquor could be legal in Kentucky. But a
local-option election was and is the only way to allow liquor sales. The vote can be taken
by a city separately from the surrounding county or on a precinct-by-precinct basis in a
city or county.

Community support is required before questions about liquor can come to a vote. Under
state law, petitions including signatures equivalent to 25 percent of the voters who cast
ballots in the last general election must be filed with the county clerk¶s office.

Local opposition, often from churches and ministerial groups, frequently arises against
pro-alcohol forces that support liquor sales with arguments in support of economic
development and against government interference in business. Kentucky lore also
suggested that bootleggers have often opposed legalizing liquor, considering such a
change as being bad for business.

Strong opposition to the free flow of alcohol ± whatever its motivation ± has historically
blocked efforts to legalize its consumption. But that¶s starting to change.

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Spreading wetness
The 2000 Kentucky General Assembly gave cities and counties more otions to allow
limited liquor sales by the drink, providing a middle ground between total prohibition and
allowing bars and package stores to proliferate.

³That eliminated a lot of the opposition against being wet because you don¶t get liquor
stores or liquor in convenience stores to proliferate.

³That eliminated a lot of the opposition against being wet because you don¶t get liquor
stores or liquor in convenience stores, you only have somebody who would like to have
somebody who would like to have somebody who would like to have somebody who
would like to have wine or beer with their dinner,´ said Stephen Humphress, general
counsel for the Office of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Kentucky¶s liquor laws have created a patchwork of wet, dry and moist locations that can
be confusing ± even to residents of the areas affected. In some cities and counties, it¶s
legal to buy a glass of wine at a particular restaurant. But the same glass could be illegal
if you bought it in another restaurant across the street.

Currently, the options fall into six main categories:

Wet: Voters have elected to allow alcohol sales in all forms.

Dry: No alcohol sales of any kind are allowed.

Moist: Alcohol sales are allowed in a city but not the surrounding county, or vice versa.

Limited: Liquor by the drink is available only in restaurants that seat 100 people or more
and derive 70 percent of their income from food sales.

Golf: By-the-drink sales are permitted at golf courses in a dry precinct.

Winery: Small and farm wineries in dry territory can sell wine.

Cities of the fourth class designation or counties in which the largest city has a fourth-
class designation that elect to go wet must have a separate election to approve liquor by
the drink. However, city councils in those communities can enact a hardship provision to
allow restaurants, hotels and motels that garner 50 percent of their sales from food to
serve liquor by the drink.

Since the legislative change, 89 local option elections have been conducted to allow some
form of liquor sales, according to the State Board of Elections, with limited-restaurant
sales the most common.

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Of the 89 elections, 42 were for the limited-restaurant option (half passed, half failed),
and the rest were split among the other options. Of the 89 total elections, 58 liquor
proposals passed and 31 failed.

Moonshine and morality


Kentucky¶s divided view of alcohol is, perhaps, represented in the history of moonshine ±
illegally produced corn whiskey concocted in homemade stills and distributed in
stoneware jugs or glass canning jars.

On one hand, making moonshine is a symbol of the rugged individuality that novelists
and poets have often assigned to rural Kentuckians ± particularly those who grew up in
the Appalachian Mountains. On the other hand, it represents the kind of sinful attitudes
that prompt people to flout the law and consume a drink that , if not made carefully,
could cause illness, blindness and even death.

Making moonshine has been romanticized since before the days of Prohibition, with
images of cautious people stirring a pot of corn mash while keeping an eye out for the
³revenooers´ who would take an axe to their still.

In fact, the Lexington Herald-Leader chronicled the December 2005 passing of 101-year-
old Maggie Bailey, known as the Queen of the Mountain Bootleggers, who was still
selling moonshine from her Harlan County home when she was 95. It was said that Mrs.
Bailey was arrested many times on charges of selling illegal alcohol but never served a
day in jail. Local juries would not convict her.

Moonshining fell out of favor as more counties voted to allow liquor sales and the
interstate highway system opened up formerly isolated communities. Now, economics
have all but wiped out the legendary Kentucky moonshiner.

³When sugar prices went up in the 1970s, it knocked out the last of the moonshiners,´
said Brett Final, a supervisor in the Louisville office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco,
Firearms and Explosives. ³If they were criminals, they went on to some other form of
crime like running crack cocaine.´

A few diehards in the backwoods may keep the moonshine legacy alive, but it¶s more out
of tradition than anything else. ³To some people it¶s a novelty and they will pay good
money for it, but nowadays you can go buy liquor and you know there¶s been quality
control versus something with dead skunks and possums floating in it,´ Final said.

Living with liquor


Mayors in Murray, Cave City and Elizabethtown see the limited liquor option as an
engine of economic development.

Murray has ³experienced some good things and some bad things´ since residents voted to
permit sales of liquor by the drink, said Mayor Tom Rushing. ³We¶ve seen an increase in

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restaurants moving in. Along with that we¶ve seen some people that can¶t handle it
[liquor], but nothing really drastic.´

The early fears expressed by opponents have not come to pass, he added. ³They were
afraid there would be drunks on the corner, and that¶s not the case.´

Enforcing the legal drinking age has been a key to the success of liquor by the drink in
this college town, home of Murray State University. ³Our police card the kids regularly
in these establishments, and we¶ve been pretty successful with that,´ the mayor said.

Although Murray¶s DUI arrests have increased slightly, Rushing noted that fewer college
students have been sopped because they no longer have to drive south to Tennessee to
procure liquor. ³It was 12 miles down there, and the kids from the university would
frequent those places and get caught on the drive back or have wrecks,´ Rushing said.
³That has decreased and that¶s been a good aspect of the change.´

The restaurants that serve alcohol are family oriented, and the city closely monitors the
requirements that the establishments generate 70 percent of their revenue from food.
³That¶s one thing that¶s made our transition smooth is we have enforced that and
continue to do so,´ Rushing said. ³The limited-alcohol option has been the best thing for
us. It provides an atmosphere some people really like, so it¶s been good for us from that
aspect.´

In Cave City, only six votes made the difference in allowing liquor by the drink sales, a
clear reminder of the conflicted feelings about alcohol. Mayor Bobby Hunt chuckled
when asked if the limited option election there in 2005 had caused any difficulties for the
city. ³No, we don¶t see any problems,´ he said.

Two restaurants and the city¶s convention center are licensed to sell liquor by the drink.
The change has prompted interest in tourism and entertainment development in the
closest city to famed Mammoth Cave. ³We¶ve had more inquiries in the last six months
than we¶ve ever had,´ Hunt said. ³It¶s well known that liquor sales bring economic
development.´

Cave City enacted a 5 percent tax on liquor sales, with proceeds funding the police
department. Hunt thinks that may be biggest boon to the city. ³It¶s a nice income for the
city that nobody pays unless they take a drink,´ he said. ³Anything you can do to
generate revenue that the taxpayers don¶t have to pay, you¶re doing good I think.´

Elizabethtown¶s third wet/dry election in 2002 ushered in liquor-by-the-drink after a full


wet vote failed in 1998. ³Every time we had an election, it was closer and closer. I think
people realized with the restaurant option, alcohol wouldn¶t be in your face,´ said Mayor
David Willmoth. Now Elizabethtown has 26 licensed sellers of alcohol, including a golf
course, and collects 5 percent tax on sales. With licenses, the tax and nominal fines, the
city earned over $173,000 in 2006, which helps fund the police department.

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The city also tracks police calls to restaurants so they know where the trouble spots are.
In 2006, the Elizabethtown Police Department responded to 74 calls to restaurants that
serve alcohol, but 60 of those were to three locations. ³Those establishments that act like
a bar or sports bar the ones that have problems, not the restaurants,´ Willmoth said.

While the experience of cities that have gone wet may never silence all opposition, the
limited restaurant option has created a compromise that seems to work. If community
mores swing the other way, the citizens still hold the ultimate voice.

³If we had a lot of problems, it would come back on the table. But so far, with our
enforcement of the rules, this has all been good for Murray,´ Rushing said.

LIQUOR by the numbers 120 Kentucky Counties

Wet««««««««««««««..30

Dry««««««««««.««««..53

Moist««««««««««.«««..16

Limited«««««««««««««20

Golf courses«««««««««««15

Wineries««««««««««« «..15

*Source: Kentucky Office of Alcoholic Beverage Control ± Spring 2007

Current Local Status as of November 2009


Bowling Green = wet Warren County = dry

Cave City = limited Barren County = dry

Glasgow = limited Barren County = dry

Park City = dry Barren County = dry

Horse Cave = dry Hart County = dry

Munfordville = dry Hart County = dry

Brownsville = dry Edmonson County = dry

Mammoth Cave = dry Edmonson, Hart, & Barren Co. = dry

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Attraction Phone Numbers & Websites

ATTRACTION PHONE # WEBSITE

Barren River State Park Golf 800-295-1876 www.parks.ky.gov/resortparks/br/


Beech Bend Raceway & Amusement Park 270-781-7634 www.beechbend.com
Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe & Kayak 270-774-7883 www.bigbuffalocrossing.com
Big Mike's Mystery House 270-773-5144 www.mammothcave.com/big_mikes.htm
Cave Country Go-Carts 270-773-2299
Cedar Ridge Golf Course 270-749-4603
Cub Run Cave 270-524-1444 www.cubruncave.net
Diamond Caverns 270-749-2233 www.diamondcaverns.com
Diamond Caverns Golf Course 270-749-2891
Dinosaur World 270-773-4345 www.dinoworld.net
Floyd Collins Museum 270-773-3366
Fox Hollow Golf Course 270-678-7277 www.foxhollowgolf.com
Green River Canoeing 270-773-5712 www.mammothcavecanoe.com
Guntown Mountain 270-773-3530 www.mammothcave.com/guntown/index.htm
Hart Co. Historical Museum 270-524-0101 www.hartcountymuseum.org
Hidden River Cave & American Cave
Museum 270-786-1466 www.cavern.org
Historic Plaza Theatre 270-361-2101 www.plaza.org
Jesse James Miniature Golf 270-773-2560 www.kentuckyactionpark.com
Jesse James Riding Stables 270-773-2560 www.kentuckyactionpark.com
Kentucky Action Park 270-773-2560 www.kentuckyactionpark.com
Kentucky Down Under 270-786-2634 www.kdu.com
Kentucky Repertory Theatre 270-786-2177 www.kentuckyrep.org
Lost River Cave 270-393-0077 www.lostrivercave.com
Mammoth Cave Adventures & Campground 270-773-6087
Mammoth Cave National Park 270-758-2180 www.nps.gov/maca
Mammoth Cave Wax Museum 270-773-3010
Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum 270-773-2255 www.mammothcave.com/guntown/wildlife.htm
Mammoth Cave Canoe & Kayak 270-773-3366 www.mammothcavecanoe-k.com
National Corvette Museum 270-781-7973 www.corvettemuseum.org
Old Yeller Waterslide & Jellystone Park 270-773-3840 www.jellystonemammothcave.com
Onyx Cave 270-773-3530 www.mammothcave.com/guntown/index.htm
Ridgetop Pay Lake 270-773-9940
Shaker Museum at South Union 270-542-4167 www.shakermuseumcom
South Central Kentucky Cultural Center 270-651-9792 www.KYCulturalCenter.com
The Historic Railpark Train Museum 270-745-7317 www.historicalpark.com
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