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Avery Island
Avery Island is a natural paradise,
inhabited by exotic plant and animal species from around the world. And under
the Avery/McIlhenny family's careful management, it has remained that way to
this day. The home of world-famous
TABASCO Sauce,
Avery Island, Louisiana, lies about 140 miles west of New Orleans. Surrounded by
swamps and marshes, Avery Island is a mysteriously beautiful place where the
pepper fields grow, the factory hums, and the McIlhennys and their employees
continue to live and work much as they have for generations.
E.A. McIlhenny, or "Mr. Ned" as he was
affectionately known, founded a bird colony in the 1890s — later called Bird
City — after plume hunters slaughtered egrets by the thousands for feathers to
make fashionable ladies' hats. Mr. Ned gathered up eight young egrets, raised
them in captivity on the Island, and released them in the fall to migrate across
the Gulf of Mexico. The following spring the birds returned to the Island with
others of their species - a migration that continues to this day, as thousands
of snowy white egrets and other water birds return to Bird City each spring.
This vast, protected rookery owes its existence to Mr. Ned.
Mr. Ned also prized rare
plants, and he enhanced the Island's natural landscape with numerous
varieties of azaleas, Japanese camellias, Egyptian papyrus and other
botanical treasures. When oil was discovered on the Island in 1942, he
made sure that production crews bypassed live oak trees, buried
pipelines (or painted them green), and took additional steps to preserve
the Island's pristine beauty and ensure its continuing role as a
wildlife refuge.
Today, his famed 250-acre Jungle Gardens and Bird
City host visitors from all over the world. In season, visitors to Avery
Island can expect to see a variety of azaleas, camellias and bamboo, in
addition to alligators, deer, and raccoons that live in the hills and
marshes around the gardens. Visitors can stroll along a path covered by
gnarled oaks laced with Spanish moss, and stand at the shrine that
houses a centuries-old Buddha - a gift to Mr. Ned in 1936. And then
there are the thousands of snowy egrets that nest in Bird City each
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Bossier
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Shopping
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Bossier City, Louisiana sporting goods store. The Bass Pro Shops retail
store in Bossier City is a leader among Louisiana hunting outfitters,
featuring a 13,000 gallon aquarium, an indoor archery range, and even a
gator point with live alligators and turtles. Whether you need gear for fly
fishing in Louisiana, or simply want to maximize your outdoor fun, visit
Bass Pro. 100 Bass Pro Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111. Phone: 318-549-8800.
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Pierre Bossier Mall - Featuring department stores like Dillard's, JCPenney
and Sears plus over 70 specialty shops, a 10-restaurant Food Court and amusement
rides to thrill the kids, Pierre Bossier Mall offers great shopping, dining and
entertainment for the whole family! Pierre Bossier Mall, 2950 East Texas Street,
Suite 212 (I-20 & Airline Drive), Bossier City, Louisiana 71111. 318.747.5700.
Hall Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm. Sunday, Noon to 6:00pm.
www.pierrebossiermall.com
Joe Cobb's Bar-B-Q
This is one of those restaurants that you have to know about in order to find
it. It is a small, family-run place that just serves up some good food and
conversation. Your best bet, in my opinion anyway, is the ribs. Have them serve
them up with beans and potato salad or slaw, and then finish your meal off with
peach cobbler. Joe and Sue Cobb have been serving the folks in Bossier City
since 1952. And, not only is the food good, but you will enjoy Joe and Sue as
they engage in conversations with the local regulars as well as the occasional
visitor. I personally recommend this place. Located just off of I-20 on the
corner of Barksdale Boulevard and McCormick between Hamilton Road and Traffic
Street. Joe Cobb's, 203 McCormick, 221.6512.
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Elm
Grove
Clark's Marina
Gary and Dennis Clark welcome you
to Clark’s Red River Marina. Clark’s is a family-owned and operated marina with
everything you need to enjoy the Red River. At Clark’s you will always find a
down-home, friendly atmosphere. We are located on Highway 71 nineteen miles
south of I-20, between Bossier City and Coushatta. Lock No. 5 is just three
miles south by river. Some of the many things you will find at Clark’s Marina
include: A Fully-Stocked Convenience Store - RV Hookups - The only water
accessible gas North of Alexandria, LA - Three Boat Ramps - One Single, Two
Double-Wide, offer launching for 5 boats at a time - Air-Conditioned/Heated
Cabin Rentals ( Linens, TV, Refrigerator, Microwave, and More) - Fishing and
Hunting Licenses - A Covered Pavilion Great for Relaxing Picnics or Hosting
Tournament Weigh-ins - Fishing Tournament Accommodations - Accepting App’s for
boat Slip Rentals (daily or weekly) House Slips, and Boat Rentals - Guide
Services Available, Call for Information (crappie, catfish, or bass). Clark’s
has either hosted or been involved with many tournaments on the Red River. These
range from the B.A.S.S. Wrangler/National Federation Tournament more than four
times (B.A.S.S. will be returning to the Red River again in August 2002), FLW
Tour, The Reeve’s Marine/Shreveport Times Top 100 for 2 years, Oilman’s Classic,
Skeeter State Team Tournament, Fishers Of Men, and regional Anglers Choice
Pro-Am, and many others.
500 J.T. White Road, Elm Grove, LA 71051. TEL:
318.747.2002. FAX: 318.747.6113. WEB:
http://www.clarksredrivermarina.com
Folsom (Covington)
At the Woods Hole Inn Bed &
Breakfast your hosts, Sam and Marsha Smalley offer you Southern
hospitality of a bygone era. Discover the joy and simplicity of life in the
country. Enjoy the hush of the woods and a perfect, secluded and romantic get a
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Frierson (Near
Shreveport)
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Yogie
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1999, and incorporated May 2000, by Bill Strunk and Timothy Mills. We are a
nonprofit (501(c)3) organization. Yogie and Friends
is the only sanctuary for large, exotic cats in the State of Louisiana. We
do not condone the keeping of big cats as pets. These animals should not be
bought nor kept as pets. They're cute when they are young, but they grow to
be over 700 pounds. A lot of work goes into caring for big cats. Imagine the
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How to find us. From
Shreveport, take I-49 south to exit 191(Frierson/Stonewall). Turn left, go
under the interstate and continue for 3.4 miles. There will be a sharp right
turn, so be careful. Turn right on Fob Lane just past the apartments and
you will find the sanctuary 200 feet on your right. This is less than 20
minutes from the Shreveport water tower near 3132. We hope to see you very
soon!
Yogie and Friends Exotic Cat Sanctuary, 128 Fob Lane, Frierson, Louisiana 71027.
Phone: 318.286.1145. |
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Gibsland
House Boat Adventures -
Whether looking for the
ultimate in a quiet, leisurely cruise down the winding Red River or the
Excitement of company volleyball on one of the many public sandbars that dot the
shorelines, we can bring it all to you. Houseboat Adventures is your choice in
providing you with the vacation of a lifetime!
Any activity that takes place on the water can be provided by
HouseBoat Adventures. Our fleet of boats range from the 24 foot
Base Camp, that has all the comforts of
home, to the 16 foot flat bottom Jon Boat. We have you covered! P. O. Box 187,
Gibsland, Louisiana 71028. 318-458-4680.
www.redriverhouseboats.com
Keithville
(Near Shreveport)
Chimp Haven -
Chimpanzees are indeed an endangered species. Once
inhabiting 21 African countries, they are either nearly or completely extinct in
13 of those countries. However, over 1,600 chimpanzees currently reside in
American laboratories, which does not take into consideration the number of
chimpanzees living in zoos and sanctuaries, working as entertainers, or being
kept as pets by the general public. Call for hours (318.925.9575). 13600
Chimpanzee Place, Keithville, LA 71047.
Telephone: 318.925.9575. 888.982.4467 (888-98-CHIMP). Facsimile: 318.925.9576.
www.chimphaven.org
Lafayette
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Monroe
Biedenharn Museum &
Gardens is a wonderful place to visit.
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Natchitoches
The following information is provided by the Natchitoches Area
Convention & Visitors Bureau.
www.natchitoches.net
Natchitoches the original French Colony in Louisiana retains
its European flavor through its architecture, heritage and lifestyle. At the
heart of this National Historic Landmark District lies Front Street, a brick
thoroughfare where wrought iron balconies, restaurants and shops face the
beautiful Cane River Lake. The City of Natchitoches was established in 1714 by
Louis Juchereau de St. Denis, making it the oldest permanent settlement in the
Louisiana Purchase territory. The French settlement had two purposes; to
establish trade with the Spanish in Texas, and at the same time, to deter
Spanish advances into Louisiana. Natchitoches soon became a flourishing river
port and crossroads, giving rise to vast cotton kingdoms along the river.
Planters built magnificent plantations down river and built fine homes in town
for social events.
Natchitoches traces its history to a French colonial settlement
established in 1714 near the Natchitoches Indian village on the Red River. Trade
and plantation agriculture shaped the city's early years. The original French
settlement lay south of the current town center. As the Louisiana territory
become Spanish and eventually American, the town moved north to Front Street.
Much of the town's historic architecture has been preserved. The shifting Red
River left Natchitoches behind, protecting it from 20th century development.
Caring citizens recognized the importance of this accidental legacy. Today, the
National Historic Landmark District encompasses 33 blocks in the heart of
Natchitoches.
The City’s Historic Landmark District, which fronts Cane River
Lake and encompasses a 33-block area, includes many historic homes, churches and
commercial structures. A mixture of Queen Anne and Victorian architecture, along
with Creole style cottages can be seen throughout the district.
Additional information can be found by contacting the
Natchitoches Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, 781 Front Street, Natchitoches,
LA 71457. The office is open daily from 9am to 5pm. 1.800.257.1714.
www.natchitoches.net
Cane River National Heritage Area - The Cane
River National Heritage Area is a place where many cultures - American Indian,
French, Spanish, African, Creole, and later American came together to create
a way of life dependent on the land, the river, and each other. Colonial forts,
Creole plantations, churches, cemeteries, archeological sites, historic
transportation routes, and commercial centers provide a special view into this
past. The people of Cane River continue the traditions handed down through
generations that keep the unique cultures of this region alive.
Within the National Heritage Area there are many
individual sites with various operating hours and fees. Cane River
National Heritage Area is conveniently located in historic Natchitoches, LA the
oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase. Traveling from Dallas, TX
to Natchitoches, LA take I-20 to Shreveport and exit on I-49 traveling south.
Traveling from south LA take I-49 north. Travel on Hwy 6 from points in central
TX and MS. For more information contact: Natchitoches Convention and Visitors
Bureau at 800/259-1714
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Pearl River
Pearl River (Slidell)
Woodridge Bed & Breakfast - The Woodridge Bed & Breakfast is located just off
Interstate 59 near the intersection of I-10, I-12, and I-59 in southeast
Louisiana just outside of Slidell, LA in the New Orleans Northshore area. The
Woodridge has 5 guest suites, each decorated in their own special motif, filled
with antiques, a queen size bed, private bath, private phone, air conditioning
and ceiling fan, cable TV, and more. Additionally, each guest room has
adjacent access to the balcony. Our two larger suites, the Magnolia, and Live
Oak suites, also contain a full sleeper-sofa and can sleep 4 guest per night.
Woodridge is 30 minutes from New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. A
quiet, peaceful place to relax after a busy day touring New Orleans French
Quarter, sight seeing at the Mississippi Gulf Coast, after a day on a Swamp tour
or at our local antique shops. For additional information or to make
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Slidell
Woodridge Bed & Breakfast - The Woodridge Bed & Breakfast is located just off
Interstate 59 near the intersection of I-10, I-12, and I-59 in southeast
Louisiana just outside of Slidell, LA in the New Orleans Northshore area. The
Woodridge has 5 guest suites, each decorated in their own special motif, filled
with antiques, a queen size bed, private bath, private phone, air conditioning
and ceiling fan, cable TV, and more. Additionally, each guest room has
adjacent access to the balcony. Our two larger suites, the Magnolia, and Live
Oak suites, also contain a full sleeper-sofa and can sleep 4 guest per night.
Woodridge is 30 minutes from New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. A
quiet, peaceful place to relax after a busy day touring New Orleans French
Quarter, sight seeing at the Mississippi Gulf Coast, after a day on a Swamp tour
or at our local antique shops. For additional information or to make
reservations, contact Jim at Getting Away.
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Shreveport
1-800-551-8682. Available 8:00-5:00 CTZ, M-F.
Walter B.
Jacobs Memorial Nature Park
Located three miles west of Blanchard,
the 160-acre nature park contains a pine-oak-hickory forest accessible by five
miles of nature trails. The park has an interpretive building, a pavilion with
restrooms, a handicapped-accessible trail, and several naturalists who provide
information and interpretation to park visitors. Nature oriented programs are
available on an appointment basis. Annual Events: Special events are scheduled
on a regular basis and advertised through the local media. An annual
environmental day camp, called Earth Camp, is offered each summer in the park.
Times of Operation: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00
p.m. Sunday. Admission: Free. 8012 Blanchard Furrh Road, Shreveport, Louisiana
71107. Phone (318) 929-2806. Fax (318) 929-3718.
www.caddoparks.com/memorial.cfm
Shopping
American Rose Center Gift Shop - Eclectic garden lovers' boutique. Roes
water and glycerin hand care products, porcelain roses and garden and patio
accessories. Located at Jefferson-Paige Road, I-20 Exit 5. 318.938.5402.
http://www.ars.org.
Mall St. Vincent - Surround yourself in style! Mall St.
Vincent is known for its upscale and unique shopping selection that includes
Talbots, Ann Taylor, Abercrombie & Fitch, Gap, Gap Kids, Banana Republic, Godiva
Chocolatier, Casual Corner/Petite Sophisticate, Lee Michael's and more. Mall St.
Vincent, 1133 St. Vincent Avenue, Suite 200 (I-49 at Kings Highway), Shreveport,
Louisiana 71104-4132. 318.227.9881. Mall Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10:00
am - 9:00 pm. Sunday, Noon to 6:00 pm.
www.mallstvincent.com.
The
Shoppes at Bellemead - The
Shoppes at Bellemead offers visitors an unparalleled shopping
experience. At this unique lifestyle center, shoppers can browse the top
retailers in the area admist a sophisticated, stylish setting of beautifully
appointed shop facades and pleasant, park-like surroundings. Conveniently
located on Youree Drive just North of E. 70th Street, Shoppes at Bellemead is
easily accessible from both I-49 and I-20.
6535 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105 -
(318)-222-2244.
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Tangipahoa Parish
The
following is provided by the Tangipahoa Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau
Tangipahoa Parish, located near the center of the Florida
Parishes of Louisiana, is a physical composite of most the habitats typical of
the lower areas east of the Mississippi River. Prior to 1801, the region was
sparsely populated as much of the area was densely forested with pine, oak, gun
ash, birch, holly, magnolia, poplar, and cypress.
The name, Tangipahoa, means “ear of corn” or “those who gather corn” which
referred to the sub-tribe of the Acolapissa. These Native Americans inhabited
the area when French brothers, Pierre and Jean le Moyne, known as Sieurs
Bienville and Iberville, arrived to colonize Louisiana. What would become the
southern boundary of Tangipahoa Parish was part of the route used by Native
Americans to travel from Mobile and Pensacola, through Pass Manchac to Illinois
and the Great Lakes regions. Members of the Acolapissa Tribe led Iberville
through Manchac, a shortcut to avoid the long winding Mississippi River en route
to Biloxi where Bienville awaited. The brothers bestowed the names “Maurepas”
and “Pontchartrain” on nearby lakes to honor the French finance ministers who
supported the New World French colony, which Sieur Bienville named New Orleans.
The French controlled their Louisiana Territory in the New World for some
time, but later the Spanish government took over the area, while the British
controlled the area known as the Florida Parishes. Pass Manchac marked the
border between Spanish and British Territory. The Louisiana Purchase of 1803
gave the United States the Louisiana Territory; however, the Florida Parishes
was not part of the Purchase. After a revolt by local citizens in 1810, their
flag, a five-pointed star on a blue field, flew over our area marking the new
Independent Republic of West Florida. The revolt by the independent local
settlers was put down after seventy-two days, and the area remained an
international boundary between Spanish Territory and the United States until
1813 when Louisiana was made a state, which included the area.
The coming of the railroad in the mid 1800's laid the way for development of
the area, with business interests developing along the railroad line. It became
inconvenient for persons to travel so far to transact their business in the
nearby parishes' seats of government, prompting concerned citizens to develop
their own parish and governmental center to be carved from the territory of the
four surrounding parishes. The boundaries were fixed beginning at the state line
west of Osyka four miles, south along the Natalbany Creek and Tickfaw River,
along the Lake and along the Tchefuncte River to the state line, and west to the
place of origin. The boundaries were fixed by legislative law in March 1896 and
Tangipahoa Parish was founded. The Parish (called ‘county’ in other parts of the
United States) is 51 miles long and 18 miles wide and includes 500,000 acres or
790 square miles. Since Tangipahoa Parish’s founding, the population has
steadily increased. In 1870, the population was 7,928; in 1960, the census
showed 59,434; and in 2000, the population had grown to 100,588 persons with
36,588 households. Source: Out of Four-One: Tangipahoa Parish History
1869-1969, Irene R. Morris, Tangipahoa Parish Council.
Cities & Towns in Tangipahoa Parish
Amite
Hammond
Independence
Kentwood
Ponchatoula
Roseland
Tangipahoa
Tickfaw
Kentwood
Kentwood, incorporated in 1891, and named after settler Amos Kent, is a
beautiful area that encompasses acres of dairy and grain farms. Kentwood is well
known for its spring water. Kentwood City Hall, 308 Avenue
G, P. O. Box 559, Kentwood, LA 70444. Phone: 985-229-3451
City of Kentwood
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Tangipahoa
Village of Tangipahoa - The first settlers of the Village of
Tangipahoa traveled to the area by wagon train in 1806. Arriving from South
Carolina were Mrs. Rhoda Holly Singleton Mixon and her daughter, Martha
Singleton. Mrs. Mixon purchased about six sections of land now comprising the
site of the Village of Tangipahoa and vicinity. In the year 1854, the I.C.
Railroad was completed from New Orleans to Jackson, Mississippi. The Village was
later incorporated and according to the 1995 census, had 624 residents. P. O.
Box 156, Tangipahoa, LA 70465. Phone: 985-229-8300
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Roseland
Town of Roseland - Roseland is nestled against the northern
city limits of Amite and was incorporated in 1892. The town was named after the
Cherokee Rose, a white rose that grows wild in the area. P. O. Box 302,
Roseland, LA 70456. Phone: 985-748-9063
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Amite
City of Amite - Amite, incorporated in 1861, is the parish
seat. Located in the center of Tangipahoa Parish, it is easily accessible from
any location within the area. Amite is well known for its oyster industry,
dating back to 1949, and hosts the annual Oyster Festival each March.
Amite City Hall, 212 East Oak Street, Amite, LA 70422. Phone:
985-748-8761
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Independence
Town of Independence - Independence, located just south of
Amite, is the ethnic culture focal point in the parish, with such attractions as
the Italian Festival, attracting thousands of visitors each year and Amato's, a
Louisiana Native Winery. Independence City Hall, 473 West
Railroad Avenue, P. O. Box 812, Independence, LA 70443. Phone: 985-878-2930
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Tickfaw
Village of Tickfaw - Tickfaw is an Indian name meaning "Rest
Among the Pines." The Village was founded in 1852 and was incorporated in 1957
under the leadership of Joe Greco who later became the Village's first mayor.
The governing body consists of the Mayor, Board of Aldermen, and an elected
Chief of Police. According to the 1995 census, the Village of Tickfaw had 616
residents. P. O. Box 249, Tickfaw, LA 70466. Phone:
985-542-9249
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Hammond
Hammond, the commercial hub for Tangipahoa Parish is located near the
intersection of interstate highways 55 and 12. Over 20,000 residents of this
area enjoy fine restaurants, several modern shopping centers and many beautiful
parks for the entire family. Hammond is the home of Southeastern Louisiana
University, which is the fastest growing University in the Nation.
Hammond City Hall, 310 East Charles Street, P. O. Box 2788, Hammond, LA
70404. Phone: 985-542-3400
City of
Hammond
Maison Bouquet
Maison Bouquet offers a wide variety of Lampe Berger lamps and accessories. Each
Lamp Berger (excluding Signature Lamps) comes nicely boxed with wick/stone,
funnel, oil and complete instructions. Lampe Berger products are sold
exclusively within the continental U.S., and must be shipped ground due to
hazordous materials. Maison Bouquet, Hammond Square Mall, 2000 SW Railroad
Avenue, Hammond, 70403. Phone: 985-345-3911, Fax: 985-345-6826, Toll free:
1-888-311-3590. Email:
lampes@maisonbouquet.com Web:
http://www.maisonbouquet.com
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Ponchatoula
Ponchatoula, the oldest incorporated city in the parish, is host to the
popular Strawberry Festival every spring. The city derives its name from the
Choctaw Indian language meaning "hair to hang" because of the abundance of
Spanish moss on the trees surrounding the area. America's Antique City,
Ponchatoula, is stocked with numerous art, antique and hand crafted items in the
many restored old buildings in the downtown area. Ponchatoula City Hall, 110
West Hickory Street, P. O. Box 312 Ponchatoula, LA 70454. Phone: 985-386-6484
City of Ponchatoula
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