Franklin’s Golden Son, Kenny Perry, Wins the Memorial
June 1, 2008
Kenuckian Kenny Perry won the Memorial today and in doing so, joined none other than Tiger Woods as the only three-time winner of the tournament.
While the victory and the money earned are as sweet as Cracker Barrel’s Peanut Butter Pie, the best part is this: The victory is a giant step toward making the Ryder Cup in….where?….. his home state of Kentucky.
At 47, Kenny became the oldest winner of the Memorial. He’ll take it.
Congrats, Kenny!
***As you’ll notice, the “Champ” is in this week’s featured video (see the sidebar).
Golfing in the Land Between the Lakes Region of Kentucky
May 25, 2008
There are some really amazing golf courses in the Land Between the Lakes Region of Kentucky. The ones below will give your golf game all it can handle! Click each Golf Course to visit its website (when applicable) and/or call the number for more information.
Kenlake SRP in Aurora, Kentucky (If you go, be sure to eat at Willow Pond!) - 9 hole/par 30 (270-474-2211)
Benton Country Club in Benton, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 72 (270-527-9673)
Marvel Golf Club in Benton, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 71 (270-354-9050)
Lake Barkley State Resort Park in Cadiz, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 72 (800-295-1878)
Calvert Country Club in Calvert City, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 72 (270-395-5831)
Mineral Mound State Park in Eddyville, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 72 (866-904-7888)
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park in Gilbertsville, Kentucky - 18 hole/par72 (800-295-1877)
Drake Creek Golf Club in Ledbetter, Kentucky - 18 hole/par ? (270-898-4653)
Mayfield Country Club in Mayfield, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 70 (270-247-1862)
South Highland Country Club in Mayfield, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 71 (270-247-2918)
Miller Memorial Golf Course in Murray, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 71 (888-313-9862)
Oaks Country Club in Murray, Kentucky - 18 hole/par72 (270-753-6454)
Edwin J. Paxton Park in Paducah, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 71 (270-444-9514)
Deer Lakes Golf Course in Salem, Kentucky - 18 hole/par 72 (270-988-4653)
The following Golf Clubs/Golf Courses have websites you can visit for additional information. (60 Second Rant: A Golf Club, Restaurant, Store, any business of any kind without a website and/or blog in the year 2008 is just nuts. They’re shooting themself in the foot with a loaded gun. It’s honestly equivalent to NOT being listed in the phone book. Granted, not everyone knows how to design or “put up” a website. There are people who do, though. In fact, there are people who will do every second of the work for you. You simply have to tell them what you want and write them a check. Within a week (on average), you can have a website or blog you can be proud of! When I Google a business and discover that they don’t have a website, my opinion of them drops just a little. A lot of times, I move on to the next one on my list. If you’re a Kentucky business of any kind, e-mail us and we’ll help get you on the web! If you have any questions at all, we’ll be more than happy to answer them for you.)
More information can be found on these and other courses HERE.
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Kenlake State Resort Park in Kentucky’s Beautiful Lakes Region
October 4, 2007
Kenlake Hotel
One of my favorite spots in the Kentucky Lakes Region is Kenlake State Resort Park. Same gorgeous surroundings, breathtaking views, and ridiculously friendly people as the other Parks, but with a quieter feel.
Truth be told, the entire gorgeous Land Between the Lakes area gives you a sense of having found a paradise that the rest of the world hasn’t been let in on yet, but no place drives that feeling home quite like Kenlake.
If you’ve ever been to the beautiful Gulf Shores region in Florida (specifically Pensacola Beach and Navarre Beach), you’ll have an idea what I’m talking about. Navarre has the same amazing white sandy beaches and emerald waters, but about half the people that flock to Pensacola Beach.
Granted, it’s great, great fun to go to the busier places from time to time - but there’s A LOT to be said for losing yourself in the quieter spots. Spots where it seems like the only ones in the world are you and those you love enough to take with you.
Kenlake Hotel, Pictured Above (click for a larger view) is a family-friendly 48 room lodge, surrounded by pampered, beautiful flower gardens. Kenlake has two nature trails: The Cherokee Trail (.7-mile) and The Chickasaw Trail (1-mile). The beautifully-named trails give you a fun workout while enjoying scenery that you’ll never forget. You’ll want to bring your camera!
You won’t want to spend all your time on land, though, will you? The marina boasts 21 open slips, 127 covered slips, and a launching ramp. Rental fishing boats, aluminum bass boats, pontoon boats, jet skis, and ski boats are also available. And don’t forget, Kentucky Lake is also a great place to bring your sailboat. Open March 1-October 31, (depending on height of lake water level) and there is, of course, a fee charged for rentals.
For those of you who are golf fanatics, the 9 hole golf course is open year round, weather permitting.
Bonus Points:
- Kenlake has a beautiful gift shop that’s open all year round. It features a lot of products that are pure Kentucky, from candies to jewelry and from cookbooks to mugs, Kenlake’s is one of the funner gift shops. The souvenirs and handcrafts will blow you away.
- Fishermen/Fisherwomen will love the fishing opportunities on Kentucky Lake. There’s, literally, and endless population of largemouth, smallmouth, white and Kentucky bass, bluegill, channel and blue catfish, crappie, and sauger - just waiting for you.
- Kenlake is a member of the American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arborea. The grounds are honestly gorgeous. When you take your eyes off of the water and trees long enough to really look at the beautifully-manicured gardens, your heart will skip a beat. And so many butterflies!
- Picnic and playground facilities are available in the camping and cottage areas and throughout the park. One shelter, near the tennis courts, is available for rental.
Click HERE to learn more about Kenlake State Resort Park. It’s a beautiful and peaceful experience that will do you a world of good. Be sure to read about the Aurora Landing Restaurant. If your mouth doesn’t water you simply weren’t paying attention!
Kenlake Marina
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
May 5, 2007
Simply put, Barren River Lake State Resort Park, and its surrounding region, is Kentucky showing off. The longest cave system in the world, Mammoth Cave, is located just 27 miles northwest of beautiful Barren River.
Barren River Lake Resort Park is a water-lover’s paradise and, with an abundance of largemouth, white and hybrid striped bass, bluegill, channel catfish, crappie, and rough fish, it’s a fisherman’s (or woman’s!) dream come true.
Love boating? The beautiful 10,000 acre Barren River Lake features 100 open slips, a launching ramp, rental fishing boats, pontoons, deck boats, and john boats.
A swimming pool is provided for exclusive use of lodge and cottage guests, and there is even a public beach and bathhouse.
Barrren River Lake State Resort Park Cottages
22 stylish and contemporary cottages each include two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Each boasts a clear view of the beautiful lake and come with tableware, cooking utensils, and linens. Fresh linens are available daily. Cottages are available by late afternoon, check out by 11 am.
The Louie B. Nunn Lodge
The lodge is surrounded by rolling, tree covered hills and overlooks Barren River Lake. The lodge includes 51 rooms and offers full amenities. A gift shop features a large selection of Kentucky handcrafts and souvenirs.
Rooms are available by late afternoon, check out by noon, Central Time.
Meeting Rooms
A variety of meeting facilities are available. For small group dining, there are two private dining rooms that seat 32 and 20. The Thistle Room seats 33 guests, the Tartan Room seats 75, and the Highland Room accomodates up to 400 guests.
Camping
The beautiful campgrounds are available for use from April 1 - October 31. The 99-site campground features utility hookups, a dump station, and two central service buildings wiht showers and rest rooms.
Check out by 1 pm.
Restaurant
Kentucky’s infamous cuisine can be enjoyed in the 146-seat dining room. Breakfast, lunch, and supper are all served by a courteous staff who embody the phrase Southern Hospitality.
Golf
Barren River Lake State Resort Park includes an 18 hole regulation golf course with pro shop, riding carts, and rental clubs.
Horse Stables
Guided trail rides through the park. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day.
Nature Trails
4 miles of beautiful wooded trails, 1-1/2 mile paved trail - easy to moderate level.
Swimming
Swimming pool for exclusive use of lodge and cottage guests, plus a public beach and bathhouse.
Boating
100 open slips, 149 covered slips, launching ramp, rental fishing boats, pontoons, deck boats, and john boats.
Special Events
February: Buffalo Night
June: Glasgow Highland Games
October: Spookout Weekend!
Nearby Cities
Glasgow - 11.28 miles SE
Bowling Green - 40.79 miles SE
Louisville - 106.05 miles S
Nashville, TN - 102.69 miles N
For More Information:
Contact
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
1149 State Park Road
Lucas, KY 42156-9709
Phone: (270)646-2151
Lodge Reservations: 1-800-325-0057
