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Chickasha
The following information is from the Chickasha Chamber of Commerce (www.chickashachamber.com)
Adventure, arts, antiques, automobiles of historic vintage, funky charm along main street, sports activities in a new 10 million dollar park, Kids Place playground, Shannon Springs lake and walking trails, restaurants of diverse and usual fare, comfortable accommodations, and great winter golf are all awaiting your discovery in Chickasha.  This lively, but quiet oasis offers as much life as a person can handle. Our calendar provides a sample of Chickasha's many activities and events.

Whatever your interests, our community has plenty to offer from one of the nation's top ranked universities, to a health care system with a full range of specialists and some of the most advanced technology in America to an amazing array of business and industry.  Chickasha excels in making people feel at home. We're waiting for you.  Come visit! Come Stay! www.chickashachamber.com

El Reno
El Reno is located at the intersection of two historic highways, nostalgic Route 66 and the Chisholm Trail (Highway 81), in the heart of the Canadian River Valley. Even though it was not chartered until 1889, the beginnings of El Reno and the surrounding area was much earlier. El Reno is rich in historic structures. In the city limits there are currently 11 properties and 2 areas listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition, our inventory of historic homes is incredible. For additional information, contact the El Reno Convention & Visitors Bureau, PO Drawer 700, El Reno, Io 73036.  Toll Free: (888) 535-7366. Email: info@elreno.org. http://www.elreno.org.

Guthrie
The following is provided by the Guthrie Chamber of Commerce -  www.guthrieok.com

Guthrie is located in Logan County in Central Oklahoma. It is an established and growing tourist destination, with several unique attractions drawing approximately 250,000 visitors annually from throughout the country. It has a separate and distinct community character based on a restored turn-of-the century Capital City. Downtown Guthrie has been designated as a National Historic Landmark and is nationally significant because of its outstanding collection of beautifully restored late nineteenth and early twentieth century commercial architecture. Guthrie is located just off Interstate 35, which is easily accessible to major centers: including Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Wichita, Kansas. There are high volume traffic counts on nearby highway systems. Though Guthrie has the feel of a country village, 36% of the states population lives within 50 miles. The low land costs and reasonable tax structure make Guthrie an attractive choice for business and families.

The first Capital of Oklahoma is a National Historic Landmark combining the Spirit of Oklahoma Territory with charm and ambience rivaling the finest vacation destinations in America. Our history is rich with tales of times gone by ... tales of ranchers and railroads, of politics and patriots ... of the Land Run of 1889 when the vast prairie became the Oklahoma Territory and overnight, the City of Guthrie was born 10,000 strong. We have preserved the legacy of these pioneers in our architecture and our antique brick walkways. It is with pride and an abiding love of our history that we welcome you! Enjoy your stay in one of our luxurious B&Bs or Inns. Our nineteenth century architecture, unique museums and delightful shops, galleries, and eateries await you. For all of the information you will need to enjoy your visit to Guthrie, be sure to visit their website at www.gutherieok.com.

Norman
The following is provided by the Norman Convention & Visitors Bureau
The Norman Convention & Visitors Bureau would like to welcome you to the official website for Norman, Oklahoma, home of the University of Oklahoma and to many great attractions. Oklahoma means "Land of the Red People" – we're home to 67 Native American tribes. But did you also know that we're home to the Sooners – cowboys who participated in the land rushes of 1889, Dinosaurs – including the largest Apatosaurus skeleton in the world, and Van Gogh-part of the new priceless collection of permanent art displayed at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art.

While you're staying in Norman you can enjoy the rich heritage of Native American culture, the wonders of Oklahoma's natural history, fantastic arts events and exhibits, and even bump into a Sooner all in the same day! Great culture, a solid community and a down-home pioneer spirit wrapped up in a charming, contemporary university town located just minutes from Oklahoma City. Whether you've been here before or you're new to our fine city we're confident you'll find something fresh and unique.

For suggestions on placed to stay in Norman, click on Norman Accommodations.

Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History at The University of Oklahoma
The museum inspires minds to understand the natural and cultural world through collection-based discovery, interpretation, and education. As one of the finest museums, we are at the heart of our community, collectively working to inspire understanding, appreciation, and stewardship of the earth and its peoples. Filled with exciting exhibits on the natural and cultural history of Oklahoma and the world, our exhibits showcase the Museum's vast collections in the life, earth and social sciences. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Open: Memorial Day, Martin Luther King Day and Labor Day. Closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, Oklahoma 73072. Tickets are available at the door. For more information call: (405) 325-4712. http://www.snomnh.ou.edu

Oklahoma City
The following is provided by the OKC Convention and Visitors Bureau (www.visitokc.com)

With the same spirit of the pioneers who settled this city and created one of the most dynamic young towns of the early century, today’s Oklahoma City has been reinvented to offer visitors a fun-filled combination of attractions, events, restaurants and amenities. Nowhere will you find a greater concentration of Oklahoma City’s modern-day urban vitality than in Bricktown, an early-day warehouse district transformed in the last decade to become the fastest growing entertainment district in the Southwest. Just east of downtown, the area is home to mile-long riverwalk-style canal, AAA baseball stadium, shopping and some of the city’s best restaurants and most active night clubs. Bricktown has something for everyone. And right next door? The Ford Center, a new Arena that plays host to the NBA’s New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets, top concerts and minor league hockey.

The city’s western, pioneer spirit can most easily be seen in some of Oklahoma City’s top attractions, like the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, Remington Park Race Track, Stockyards City, Frontier City Theme Park, and the Red Earth Indian Center. Each reflects the strong ties this area has with its western heritage.

If you want to experience a little of the real West of today, mosey on down to Stockyards City, a few minutes west of downtown. Home to the world’s largest stocker/feeder livestock market, Stockyards City is the "genuine article," with cowboys and ranchers bringing in cattle from all over to be sold at auction. When the trading is over, have a hearty meal of steak, eggs, and biscuits at Cattlemen's Steakhouse, the oldest restaurant in Oklahoma City. There are also many western wear and cowboy specialty shops lining the streets, or you can pick up a watercolor or sculpture from a master Native American artist at one of the fine art galleries.

Bricktown isn’t the only attraction to Downtown Oklahoma City -- the focal point is the futuristic-looking Crystal Bridge, part of the Myriad Gardens Botanical Conservatory. Thousands of tropical plants and desert vegetation fill the seven-story, glass and steel structure. Inside, designers have created a  40-foot waterfall that you can walk under. A skywalk will give you a bird’s eye view of the entire garden, where something is always in bloom.

Oklahoma City’s Adventure District is the center of family fun starting with the Omniplex, seven museums and numerous galleries all housed under one very large roof. The science museum is a perfect place for kids to explore, and with more than 300 hands-on exhibits, they may even learn something. But don’t stop there, a visit to the Omniplex wouldn’t be complete without a stop at the Red Earth Indian Center, the Air Space Museum, the International Photography Hall of Fame, Kirkpatrick Planetarium, the Gardens and Greenhouse, or the OmniDome, a 70-mm IWERKS theatre.

Next stop in the adventure district is Frontier City, a western-style theme park sure to get your adrenaline racing. And then there is the Oklahoma City Zoo, ranked as the third best zoo in the nation by Child magazine. This 110-acre zoo and gardens features natural habitats and exhibits including the Great EscAPE and Cat Forest/Lion Overlook. And then there is Remington Park, Oklahoma City’s world class pari-mutuel horse racing facility. Recently renovated to include gaming machines, this is a stop the race fan won’t want to miss.

Oklahoma City is known as the "horse show capitol of the world," hosting more major horse shows than any other city. Nearly every week at State Fair Park there are hundreds of horse trailers carrying Morgans, Quarter horses, Arabians and Reining horses. Each of these events, along with the Spring Festival of the Arts, bi-annual Affair of the Heart, and annual State Fair of Oklahoma bring together food and entertainment for a unique experience.

Beautiful lakes, parks and championship golf courses and top notch tennis facilities also await the outdoor enthusiast. And, sports fans won’t be disappointed with our NBA New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets; AAA baseball team, the Oklahoma RedHawks, who make their home at the finest AAA ballpark in the country; or our professional ice hockey team, the Blazers, who attract record crowds with their fast-paced, pulse-pounding action. For additional Oklahoma City visitor information, call 1.800.225.5652 or visit www.visitokc.com.

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Oklahoma History Center
An architectural masterpiece a decade in the making, the Oklahoma History Center is an 18-acre, 215,000 square-foot learning center exploring Oklahoma’s unique history of geology, transportation, commerce, culture, aviation, heritage and more. The Oklahoma History Center is conveniently located on the northeast corner of N.E. 23rd & Lincoln Boulevard, across the street from the Oklahoma Capitol. Motor coach parking is available, and the Center offers food and beverages at the Winnie Mae Café on the third floor. Oklahoma History Center - 2401 N. Laird Avenue - Oklahoma City, OK 73105 - (405) 522-5248. http://www.oklahomahistorycenter.org

For suggestions on where to stay in Oklahoma City, click on Oklahoma City Accommodations.

Stillwater
The following is provided by the Stillwater Convention and Visitors Bureau (http://www.come2stillwater.com)

Visitors have always known Stillwater is a special, friendly town. They just love Stillwater’s wide variety of entertainment options from star-studded concerts at the Tumbleweed Dance Halls and Concert Arena to shopping in the historic Downtown or Campus Corner areas.  With an abundance of attractions and numerous, unique “home-grown” restaurants, Stillwater is an instant favorite. Stillwater’s hospitable attitude was best captured by a story retold in the November 2004 issue of Oklahoma Living Magazine. Susie Kessler, a Main Street merchant, knows of one visitor who was duly impressed by the town’s friendly atmosphere. “A friend came to visit me from Chicago so I took her downtown because we have a lot of really neat boutique shops here,” Kessler says.  “She was really enjoying the shops, and we were walking down the sidewalks, and a cowboy came walking towards us and as he passed, he tipped his hat to both of us and said ‘Howdy Ma’am,’ and walked on by.  My friend turned to me and said ‘How did you do that?!  It’s like something out of a movie!’ And I said, ‘It’s not a movie, it’s Stillwater.”

Stilwell
Adair State Park
This lovely park is perfect for a family picnic or an overnight camping stay in charming Stilwell. Located within the city limits of Stilwell in northeastern Oklahoma, this 25 acre park offers 6 electric/water hookups and 20 primitive campsites, as well as a fishing pond, ball fields, playground, showers and picnic facilities. www.oklahomaparks.com.

Little Log Cabin On The Farm
The Little Log Cabin on the Farm is a pioneer-style cedar cabin hosting demonstrations of lye soap-making, cooking, sewing and needlework. The two-story, eight room house built in 1833 by Joel Bryan is the oldest house in the state of Oklahoma. Located 2 miles on SH-100 W. Call for hours & fees - 918-696-2249

Stroud
StableRidge Vineyards is proudly located in Stroud, Oklahoma. Stableridge Vineyards & Winery is located one mile west of downtown and bordered by Old Stroud Road & Historic Route 66. The original town of Stroud was established around the vineyard property after the land run in 1889. Later, the entire town was moved one mile east when the railroad was built through the lower land. A stable was built into the side of a hill on the property giving us the name "StableRidge". Today, the front door of the vineyard and winery are located on the Historic Route 66. Our tasting room and gift shop is located in the town's original Catholic Church. The church building was started in 1898 using materials milled from local farms and ranches. It was finished in 1902 and dedicated to the boys who died in the Civil War. The original bead board ceiling and walls were covered in the 1950's, and re-discovered during our recent renovation. Future renovations will include placing stained glass in the arches above the windows that have been enclosed with tin since the building was constructed. 918.968.3321 or 7.800.359.3990.

Sulphur
The following is provided by the Sulphur Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce (www.sulphurokla.com)
Sulphur is located in the Arbuckle Mountain Region of Murray County. Sulphur is the gateway to the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, a national park, on the south side and is minutes from the clear waters of the Lake of the Arbuckles. This is a beautiful, rustic area with natural freshwater and cold mineral springs and streams. It is ideal for camping, swimming, hiking, picnicking, fishing and bicycling. There is a new multi-use trail for mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding. Our sister city, Davis, located seven miles west of Sulphur is the home of Turner Falls Park. Turner Falls is a 77-foot waterfall rushing to the foot of the Arbuckle Mountains through Honey Creek. Here you'll also find outdoor sports available for a small entrance fee. Arbuckle Wilderness, an exotic animal park is nearby with a scenic drive-through, park rides, horseback riding and hayrides. Sulphur is proud to be a member of the Oklahoma Main Street organization and is a Certified Historic Main Street District, features a restored downtown historic district filled with award winning antique and unique one of a kind gift shops. Sulphur contains a variety of quaint lodges, restaurants, spas, and golf courses. For the kids there's a skating rink, a bowling alley, and tennis courts. Don't forget to play Chickasaw bingo while you are here. Sulphur is diversified in its economy -- agriculture, ranching, industrial, oil-related industry, education and services. It is the home of the Oklahoma Veterans Center, the Oklahoma School for the Deaf, Arbuckle Memorial Hospital and the Lifestyle Center of America.

Tahlequah
The following information is provided by the Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce (www.tourtahlequah.com)

No matter the season, tourism is year-round in and around Tahlequah.  From spectacular winter Bald Eagle sightings and Loon watches to fishing and boating on Lake Tenkiller to canoeing the Illinois River there is something for the outdoor enthusiast all year long.  Entertainment and events go on throughout the year also.  University drama productions, professional stage shows, our acclaimed Northeastern Oklahoma Symphony Orchestra, high-energy music and dance shows in the summer and our community theatre offer options all year long. In addition, there are special events like the Dogwood Music and Art Festival, Hillbilly Hoedown, the Cherokee National Holiday, the Keetowah Annual Celebration, Taste of Tahlequah and holiday-related activities.  There are several art shows each year at the Cherokee Heritage Center as well as at the Northeastern State University Gallery. A stroll down Muskogee Avenue will afford the opportunity to visit galleries, eclectic local restaurants, boutiques and antique stores.  A shopper can find everything from vintage clothing to fine jewelry and exquisite home furnishing to organic foods to items you’ll find nowhere else but Tahlequah. For more information on all of the wonderful things Tahlequah has to offer, click here to visit www.tourtahlequah.com.

Tulsa

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For suggestions on places to stay in Tulsa, click on Tulsa Accommodaitons.

Tuttle
Tiger Safari
Want a unique and non-traditional adventure for you and your family? Visit Tuttle's Tiger Safari, a refuge to over 100 animals. Nestled on 45 acres where you can not only see the animals, but camp beside them! You'll meet the animals personally on a guided tour while you learn not just the facts about each animal, but who they are, how they live and how our lives are connected with theirs. It's a perfect time to visit! Tiger Safari, Inc. is a non-profit, walk-thru exotic wildlife educational zoological facility, funded solely by your private donations and support. But its so much more and the adventure you experience and memories you take back are priceless. Come see for yourself why Tiger Safari is so Unique. You'll Love It! Take I-44 West to HWY 37, Exit 108 West on Hwy 37, 10 miles to Frisco Rd., Turn South on Frisco Rd., 2.6 miles to Tiger Safari on the Left! Contact us at: Park # 405-381-WILD or Cell # 405-414-9365. http://www.tigersafariorg.com

Woodward
Woodward is a star in the region of Oklahoma known as Red Carpet Country. The community is accessible by Hwy 270 and Hwy 34. The average January temperature in Woodward is 43 degrees Fahrenheit with a July temperature average of 84 degrees Fahrenheit. The area receives an average of 23 inches of rain annually and 17 inches of snow. The average number of flying days is 342. Additional information can be found at www.woodwardchamber.com.

Boiling Springs State Park
Located in Red Carpet Country, this park is famous for its cool springs that gurgle up through the white sands of the North Canadian River. Combining stunning wooded beauty and a unique western heritage, Boiling Springs is an oasis on the plains. Recreational facilities include RV and tent campsites, four cabins, two group camps, a swimming pool with concession stand and changing house, restrooms with showers, playgrounds, baseball diamonds, fishing spots, picnic areas and group picnic shelters, hiking trails and wildlife viewing. Boiling Springs Golf Course, an 18-hole course, is located next to the park. Area offers good opportunities for fall foliage viewing. Cabin rates average $65-100. Located within 3 miles of US-412. Boiling Springs State Park, Woodward, OK 73801. Phone: (580) 256-7664 Toll Free: (800) 654-8240 Fax: (580) 256-4338 Pro Shop: (580) 256-1206 More information can also be found at: http://www.woodwardok.com/parks/boilingsprings.htm.

Chystal Beach Park
Swimming, fishing, picnic areas, mini golf, train ride. 580.256.7411.

Historic Fort Supply
Army post from 1868 to 1895. Historic structures, interpretive displays. The five remaining buildings from the military period will be restored to their appearance of over 100 years ago.  The 1875 Ordnance Sergeant’s Quarters and the 1882 Civilian Employee Quarters are picket-style log buildings.  These are rare examples of a common frontier construction method.  The walls of these buildings consist of vertical logs. The 1879 Commanding Officer’s Quarters and the duplex 1882 Officers’ Quarters are the only frame houses left on “Officers’ Row.”  The 1892 Guard House was the only brick building erected by the army at Fort Supply. It has been restored and furnished to 1893 and contains the site’s exhibit area 17 miles west on town on US27N. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 to 4. 580.766.3767. Visit http://www.okhistory.org/mus-sites/masnum07.htm for additional information.

Plains Indians & Pioneers Museum & Gift Shop
Frontier town vignettes feature lawyer/gunfighter Temple Houston's office, bank, saloon, jail. photo studio, newspaper office, homesteader's cabin and horse stable. Many interesting exhibits and displays. 580.256.6136. www.pipm1.org.

Wyandotte
Indian Territory Culture Center
Location of Painted Horse Native museum and Tipi village. 918.678.2987.

Wynnewood
G.W. Exotic Animal Memorial Park, located west of Wynnewood, Okla., at I-35 and Exit 64, was established in 1999 as a non-profit, no-kill sanctuary for abused and abandoned wildlife. The 16-acre park houses a wide array of exotic creatures - from tigers, lions and bears to monkeys and reptiles. The park also serves as refuge for wolves, bobcats, foxes and many other wildlife species indigenous to the Midwest, as well as common farm animals. 405.665.5197. www.gwpark.org.

Yale
Jim Thorpe Home
Home of the 1912 Olympic athlete. Jim Thorpe was a direct descendant of Sac & Fox Chief Blackhawk. Displays include Thorpe's track and field awards and family items. The museum is free. 706 East Boston. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 to 5, and on Sunday from 1 to 5. Free. 918.387.2815.

Yukon
Contact the Yukon Chamber of Commerce for information on Yukon. www.yukoncc.com.

Express Clydesdale Center
The Express Clydesdales are housed in a specially reconstructed barn originally built in 1936. A group of Amish barn specialists came from Indiana to rebuild the barn’s structure. Now the barn is a welcome center for visitors from around the world, featured with pine wood and walnut trim and brass fixtures throughout. This is a working Clydesdale ranch. Free tours are offered, 405.350.6404. www.expressclydesdales.com.

Yukon's Best Railroad Museum
Three cabooses and one boxcar contain Rock Island memorabilia, railroad antiques and artifacts. Located at 3rd and Main. 405.354.5079.

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