• FORGOTTEN PAST
  Close to Big Bear Resort. Go-carts, 18 hole miniature golf, bumper cars, museum, arcade and gifts. Open daily at 1 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day. Open weekends in May and September.
  US 68, Draffenville, KY.
  (270) 527-9244

• Kentucky Shores
  Go-carts, mini golf, and game room. Open seasonally.
  US 641, Gilbertsville, KY.
  (270) 362-8170

• KENLAKE GO-CARTS/BATTING RANGE
  Go-carts & batting cages. Open seasonally.
  US 641, Gilbertsville, KY.
  (270) 362-8808

• MAGGIE'S JUNGLE GOLF
  Putt-putt at its best. Enjoy shuffleboard, live animals, petting zoo, nature trail & picnic area. Take a ride in the safari car.
  US 641, Gilbertsville, KY.
  (270) 362-8933

• VENTURE RIVER WATER PARK
  7 exciting water slides, Cyclone, Old Man River, kiddie/wave pools & more.
  US 62, Eddyville, KY.
  (270) 388-7999

• ANTIQUES ET CETERA & EMPORIUM
  Selection of antiques, jewelry, primitives, pottery and more.
  1026 Main Street, Benton, KY.
  (270) 527-7922

• CADIZ ANTIQUES
  15 miles East of Aurora. Miles of aisles await in the antique malls and shops of Cadiz.
  Cadiz, KY.
  (270) 522-389

• GRANNY'S ATTIC ANTIQUES
  Variety of antiques and furniture.
  2-1/2 miles west of Benton on KY 58W. Benton, KY.
  (270) 527-9367

• HAZEL ANTIQUES
  7 miles South of Murray. More than 200 dealers in 13 stores.
  Main St., Hazel, KY.
  (270) 492-8796

• HITCHING POST
  Old country store, antique mall. Large selection of t-shirts & sweatshirts, gifts, Hadley pottery & more.
  16747 US 68, Aurora, KY.
  (270) 474-2266

• MAYFIELD ANTIQUES
  Antique malls located throughout historic city of Mayfield KY.
  (270) 247-6101

• MERCANTILE ANTIQUE MALL
  This 3,500 square foot mall includes several dealers and a variety of antiques.
  US 68 Aurora, KY
  (270) 474-2333

• PADUCAH ANTIQUES
  Stroll down brick side-walks past turn-of-the-century buildings filled with unique antique malls, quilts, restaurants, ice cream, candy & gift shops. There are 22 antique shops and malls in historic downtown.
  Located on Broadway & Market House Square, Paducah, KY.
  (800) PADUCAH

• THE STRAWBERRY PATCH
  Victorian furniture, quilts (old & new) and collectibles. By appointment.
  US 68W, Palma, KY
  (270) 527-8186

• Birmingham Pointe (Formerly Kerry Landing)
  Undergoing a complete renovation with opening scheduled for Spring 2006                     1 1/2 miles from Big Bear Resort                                                                                             805 Valhalla Lane Benton, KY 42025 (270) 354-5050
  Golf Pro: N/A
  Par: 72 / 18 Holes / Public
  Yardage: 6,645/ 6,155/ 5,628/
  Rating: 73.1
  Slope: 147

• ARROWHEAD GOLF COURSE
  14 Arrowhead Blvd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (270) 522-1999
  Golf Pro: N/A
  Par: 72/72/72 18 Holes / Semi-Private
  Yardage: 6,551/ 6,084/ 5,682/ 5,019
  Rating: 68.8/ 68.8/ 69.9
  Slope: 115/ 115/ 115

• BENTON GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
  Golf Course Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (270) 527-9673
  Golf Pro: N/A
  Par: 71/71/71 18 Holes / Open-Private
  Yardage: 6,170/ 5,715/ 4,518
  Rating: 68.9/ 66.8/ 65.1
  Slope: 117/ 113/ 107

• CALVERT CITY COUNTRY CLUB
  199 Country Club. Calvert City, KY 42029 (270)395-5831
  Golf Pro: N/A
  Par: 72/72/72 18 Holes / Semi-Private
  Yardage: 6,762/ 6,507/ 5,416
  Rating: 70.3/ 69.1/ 69.3
  Slope: 111/ 108/ 109

• KENLAKE GOLF COURSE
  542 Kenlake Rd. Aurora, KY 42048 (270) 474-2211
  Golf Pro: N/A
  Par: 30/34 9 Holes / Public
  Yardage: 1,919/ 1,919
  Rating: N/A
  Slope: 135/131/124

• KENTUCKY DAM GOLF COURSE
  US Hwy 641 N. Gilbertsville, KY 42044 (270) 362-8658
  Golf Pro: N/A
  Par: 72/72/72/72 18 Holes / Public
  Yardage: 6,704/ 6,307/ 5,839/ 5,094
  Rating: 73/ 71/ 70.1
  Slope: 135/ 131/ 124

• LAKE BARKLEY GOLF COURSE
  US 68W. Cadiz, KY 42211 (270) 924-1131
  Golf Pro: Bill Love
  Par: 72/72/72 18 Holes / Public
  Yardage: 6,771/ 6,548/ 5,191
  Rating: 72.7/ 70.6/ 70.2
  Slope: 135/ 131/ 124

• MAYFIELD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
  1301 W. Broadway Mayfield, KY 42066 (270) 247-1862
  Golf Pro: Tim Harkleroad
  Par: 70/71 18 Holes / Open-Private
  Yardage: 6,169/ 5,016
  Rating:70.2/ 69.4
  Slope: 125/119

• FRANCES E. MILLER MEMORIAL
  KY 280 Murray, KY 42071 (270) 762-2238
  Golf Pro: Billy R. Waggoner
  Par: 71/71/71 18 Holes / Public
  Yardage: 6,403/ 6,081/ 5,133
  Rating: 71.6/ 69.9/ 68.9
  Slope: 125/ 122/ 117                                                        

• MURRAY COUNTRY CLUB
  College Farm Rd. Murray, KY 42071 (270) 753-9430
  Golf Pro: Mike Noland
  Par: 72/72/72/72 18 Holes / Semi-Private
  Yardage: 6,551/ 6,084/ 5,682/ 5,019
  Rating: 68.8/ 68.8/ 69.9
  Slope: 115/ 115/ 115

• OAKS COUNTRY CLUB
  Oaks Country Club Rd. Murray, KY 42071 (270) 753-6454
  Golf Pro: Wanda Brown
  Par: 72/72/72 18 Holes / Open-Private
  Yardage: 6,403/6,081/ 5,133
  Rating: 70/ 69.5/ 69.5
  Slope: 119/ 118/ 116

• EDWIN J. PAXTON PARK
  841 Berger Rd. Paducah, KY 42002 (270) 444-9514
  Golf Pro: Daniel "Kayo" Mullen
  Par: 71/76 18 Holes / Public
  Yardage: 6,581/ 5,799
  Rating: 70/70.6
  Slope: 117/116

• SOUTH HIGHLAND COUNTRY CLUB
  3313 KY 303 Mayfield, KY 42066 (270) 247-2918
  Golf Pro: Jimmy Hazelwood
  Par: 72/72/72 18 Holes / Semi-Private
  Yardage: 6,452/ 5,258/ 5,154
  Rating: 70.4/ 69/ 68
  Slope: 118/ 113/ 113

PAR 3 COURSES

• RAMADA INN RESORT GOLF COURSE
  US HWY 62 Gilbertsville, KY 42044
  (270) 362-4278

• SULLIVAN'S PAR 3 GOLF CENTER
  1647 N. 16th St. Murray, KY 42071
  (270) 753-1152

• DOUBLE "J" STABLES
  LBL- Wranglers Campground
  (270) 924-2200

• KENTUCKY DAM VILLAGE STATE PARK STABLES
  US 641, Gilbertsville, KY
  (270) 362-8386

• PEBBLE CREEK STABLES
  KY 93 South Eddyville, KY
  (270) 388-4747

• PLAYERS BLUEGRASS DOWNS
  Exciting live thoroughbred racing on our track Set. 27- Oct. 28, with pari-mutual wagering. Also featuring racing from all major KY tracks and select tracks from around the U.S.
  Exit 4 off I-24, Paducah, KY
  (270) 444-7117

• ADSMORE
  Relive the legacy and lifestyle of this prominent Kentucky family in their spacious home. Decor changes with the seasons of the year. Closed Monday.
  304 N. Jefferson, Princeton, KY.
  (270) 365-3114

• FORGOTTEN PAST MUSEUM
  A collection of antique farm equipment, buggies, sleighs, fire trucks & many nostalgic items. Open 1pm. daily: Memorial Day - Labor Day. Weekends only in May & September.
  US 68, 4 miles from Big Bear Resort. Draffenville, KY.
  (270) 527-9244

   

• MARKET HOUSE SQUARE
  Located in historic downtown Paducah on the Riverfront, the area features a museum, art gallery and theater.
  Paducah, KY.
  (270) 443-7759

• MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN QUILTERS SOCIETY
  "One of its kind" in the US. This 30,000 sq. ft. museum houses 3 galleries with 200 quilts displayed. View themes from antique to contemporary. Book and Gift shop. Open Tuesday-Saturday year-round.
  215 Jefferson St., Paducah, KY.
  (270) 442-8856

• ROSE HILL MUSEUM
  An early 19th century house overlooking Lake Barkley. Rose Hill stands in the shadow of "The Castle on the Cumberland", the KY State Penitentiary. Guided tours.
  Hwy 93 South to KY Hwy 730, Eddyville, KY.
  (270) 388-7322

• WESTERN KENTUCKY MUSEUM
  This area was the site of one of the largest tobacco markets in the state of Kentucky. Browse through memorabilia relating to the past industry and the tobacco grown in this area.
  Mayfield KY.
  (270) 247-6101

• BARKLEY DAM AND VISITORS CENTER
  The Visitor's Center depicts river life in the steamboat era with audiovisual exhibits and artifacts. Mon-Fri 8 am.-4pm.; Weekends seasonally. Free admission.
  Grand Rivers, KY
  (270)362-4236

• KENTUCKY DAM AND VISITORS CENTER
  Completed in 1945, the dam stands 206 ft. high overlooking Kentucky Lake. The observation deck provides a close-up view of the steady flow of barges. The power house is open daily for self-tours through parts of the power production area. Daily, 9am.-5pm., June 1-September 30. Free Admission.
  Gilbertsville, KY
  (270)362-4221

• CALVERT DRIVE-IN
  Call for movies and schedules
  Located on KY 95, Calvert City, KY.
  (270) 395-4660

• CHERI 5
  1008 Chestnut St., Murray, KY.
  (270) 753-3314, (800) 223-7593

• KENTUCKY OAKS CINEMARK
  12 screen theater, Ky Oaks Mall, I-24 exit 4, Paducah, KY.
  (270) 444-9770

• KENTUCKY OPRY
  Branson-Missouri-style family music show. Admission charge. Shows 8pm Friday and Saturday in June, July and August. Saturday only during the off-season. Reservations recommended.
  US 641, Draffenville, KY.
  (270) 527-3869, (888) 459-8704

• MARKET HOUSE THEATER
  Broadway musicals, comedies, drama & children's shows are presented by this award-winning community theater located in historic downtown Paducah. Call for schedule and ticket information.
  141 KY Ave., Paducah, KY.
  (270) 444-6828

• PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK
  Located in the city of Murray. P.O. Box 952, Murray, KY 42071.
  (270) 759-1752

• BUFFALO RANGE
  Across from The Homeplace you will find about 50 American Bison, which are native to this area.
  Located at Land Between the Lakes.
  (800)LBL-7077

• ELK & BISON PRAIRIE
  A 750 acre drive-through wildlife viewing area featuring elk, bison & deer grazing on native prairie grasses.
  Located at Land Between the Lakes.
  (800)LBL-7077

• GOLDEN POND PLANETARIUM
  Open 7 days a week, the planetarium features astronomy programs on its 40-foot domed screen.
  Located at Land Between the Lakes.
  (800)LBL-7077

• THE HOMEPLACE 1850
  Step back in time at this living history farm where interpreters in period clothing re-create the chores and pastimes of a mid-19th century rural farm family. Special events, programs and festivals throughout the season.
  Located at Land Between the Lakes.
  (800)LBL-7077

• THE NATURE STATION
  A nature museum that features a theater, plant and animal exhibits, self-guided tours and various types of wildlife. See red wolves, golden eagles, bald eagles and more. Canoe and bike rentals available.
  Located at Land Between the Lakes.
  (800)LBL-7077

• HARDIN SOUTHERN RAILROAD
  Two hour nostalgic train ride through the scenic Clarks River Valley. Air Conditioned. Open Weekends only.
  US 641 Hardin, KY
  (270) 437-4555

• CIRCUS SKATE
  US HWY 641 N.
  Murray, KY
  (270) 753-9622

• KINGSWAY SKATELAND
  3430 Wayne Sullivan Drive
  Paducah, KY
  (270) 443-1646

Big Bear Resort's 2006

  July 4TH Celebration:
some of the fun captured in a few pictures