99 Things to Do South Central

Ballance MotoX BOWLING GREEN. Louisville Road. The first state-of-the-art motorcross facility in the southeast. The natural terrain 1.3 mile lighted track was designed by six-time GNCC National Champion Bill Ballance. Riding schools for quads and dirt bikes are available for all skill levels by highly trained instructors. Call for more information, directions and schedule of events. Hours and prices vary by event. (270) 792-RACE

Barren River Imaginative Museum of Science BOWLING GREEN. 1229 CENTER ST. Visit a unique hands-on science museum and experience the force of a mini-tornado with the BRIMS Blaster!! Have a hair-raising experience with the van de Graaf Electrostatic Generator. These and over 60 more exhibits await your visit to BRIMS. Hours are Thurs. - Sat. 10am to 3pm and Sunday 1 to 4pm. Groups by appointment. 270-843-9779. Effective July 1, 2005, admission prices will be: Children - $4.00, Adults -$5.00. (270) 843-9779

Bowling Green Corvette Assembly Plant BOWLING GREEN. 600 Corvette Drive. PO Box 90006 General Motors Bowling Green Assembly Plant is off I-65 exit 28 at Louisville Road and Corvette Drive, across from the National Corvette Museum. Every Corvette produced since 1982 was manufactured at the Bowling Green, KY plant. The plant offers 1-hour, mile-long guided walking tours of portions of the assembly area. Admission: $5 per person, under 7 are not permitted Hours: Guided tours Monday-Friday at 9am and 1pm; closed holidays and the first two weeks in July. Call 270-745-8019 to confirm tour availability and schedule a tour. Tour times are subject to change without notice, so call 270-745-8419 before traveling long distances. (270) 745-8019

Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe & Kayak Rental MUNFORDVILLE. Thelma Stovall Park. PO BOX 985. Several trips on the Green River, as well as Upper Nolin River are offered. Canoes, kayaks, paddles, life jackets and transportation to and from put-in are provided. Barry Turner is also available as a guide. Group rates are available. Open daily, dawn to dusk. (270) 774-7883

Cave Country Go-Carts CAVE CITY. 820 SANDERS ST. The newest and fastest Go-Carts in town. We have a game room and more. Group rates available. Double Seater Go-Carts are $5 each 1st of March they are open Sat & Sun 11AM-7PM Then during the week open 1:00PM- Labor Day 1:00PM-10:00 PM (270) 773-2299

Cumberland River Ferry TOMPKINSVILLE. Highway 214. “Cumberland River Ferry” connects the two segments of Hwy 214, and it is the only ferry owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. It leads to the scenic Turkey Neck Bend area of Monroe County. The Cumberland River Ferry is one of the last remaining free-floating ferries. The ferry has become a vital part of travel through the area. There are boat ramps available. (270) 487-1314

Diamond Caverns PARK CITY. 1900 Mammoth Cave Parkway. For over 145 years Historic Diamond Caverns has offered tours of Kentucky’s most beautiful cave. Presented by state-of-the-art lighting, Diamond Caverns features intricate drapery deposits lining the halls in cascades of naturally colorful calcite with thousands of stalactites, stalagmites and flowstone deposits throughout the entire tour. Open year-round. Reservations not required. Located just one mile from I-65 at Exit 48 on the scenic Mammoth Cave Parkway. (270) 749-2233

Dinosaur World CAVE CITY. 711 Mammoth Cave Road Exit 53, Interstate 65 Mingle with over 100 life sized dinosaurs in a beautiful natural setting, dig for authentic fossils to take home in the Fossil Dig, unearth a life size dinosaur skeleton in the Bone yard, walk thru the Mammoth Garden, learn in the prehistoric dinosaur museum, see the skeleton exhibit, work a giant dinosaur-themed jigsaw puzzle, eat a picnic lunch, watch educational dinosaur movies in the “movie cave”, play in the playground, visit the giftshop with extensive rocks, fossils, and more. 270) 773-4345

Flea Land of Bowling Green BOWLING GREEN. 1100 THREE SPRINGS RD. Kentucky’s largest indoor, climate controlled flea market. Over 85,000 square feet with items too numerous to mention. Antiques, collectibles, crafts, clothing and specialty items makes Flea Land a “can’t miss stop” in Bowling Green. 12,000 square feet Antique Mall open daily 10am-5pm, Sat & Sun 9am-6pm. (270) 843-1978

Green River Canoe Outfitters MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK. 3057 Hwy 70. inside Kentucky Action Park . Canoeing outpost. Full livery service. Self-guided trips with overnight options. Rental and Shuttle Service. Hours: Monday thru Sunday 8:30am-5pm. Prices range from $45.50 to $95.50. (270) 773-5712

Guntown Mountain CAVE CITY. 101 Mammoth Cave Rd. Guntown Mountain is a Wild West town with live shows daily. Onyx Cave. Open weekends in May 9:30AM-6PM Memorial Day 9:30AM-7PM Closes 2nd weekend in October (270) 773-3530

Dog-Gone Egg Hunt TOMPKINSVILLE - 4/10/2010 11:00 A.M.- 4/10/2010 OLD MULKEY MEETINGHOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITE Who says hunting Easter eggs is just for kids? Put your favorite pooch on a leash and join us for the 3rd Annual Dog-Gone Egg Hunt! We'll hide hundred's of eggs especially for you and your pet to find! While your makinig preparations to attend be sure and grab your dog's Easter bonnet so they can compete in the Dog-Gone Best Bonnet Contest. Numerous prizes will be given! (270) 487-8481

Imagination Stations BOWLING GREEN. 830 Fairview Avenue. South Central Kentucky’s only indoor play zone with huge interactive inflatables, a horizontal climbing wall and 10,000 sq.ft. of fun! Safe, smoke-free and playful environment. Play in our obstacle course tube and slide, jump house and horizontal climbing wall. Open Play Tues. & Wed. 10am-1pm, Thurs. 3-5:30pm, Fri. 10am-5:30pm. Evenings & Weekends - call for availability. Call for summer hrs.(270) 783-0044

Kentucky Down Under HORSE CAVE. 3700 L&N Turnpike Road. I-65 Exit 58. Pet the Kangaroos in the Outback or snakes in the Discovery Area, feed colorful Rainbow Lorikeets in the Aviary. Really go “Down Under” and explore Kentucky Caverns, and much more! Kentucky Down Under is a fun, informative and hands-on Australian animal park with a beautifully decorated cave. “Absolutely superb! One of the most children friendly places we’d ever been. Super personnel.” Tom M., Columbus, MS. (270) 786-2634

Kentucky Repertory Theatre at Horse Cave HORSE CAVE. 107 E MAIN ST. Kentucky Repertory Theatre, Kentucky’s Professional Festival Theatre, is nationally known for its excellence. KRT was chosen by USA Today as “one of 10 great places to see the lights way off Broadway”. KRT annually presents a choice selection of comedy, new works and classic dramas in rotating repertory. Theatre is fully air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible. In addition to their regular productions, KRT has been chosen to present the state’s official Lincoln Bicentennial plays through 2009. (270) 786-2177

Barren River Lake SRP Brunch with the Grinch LUCAS - 12/12/2009 - 12/12/2009 BARREN RIVER LAKE STATE RESORT PARK The "Who's" have invaded Barren River Lake State Resort Park. Join them and everyone's favorite Who, The Grinch for brunch, crafts, pictures and more. Put on your favorite "Who" attire and join our "Who" costume contest. (270) 646-2151

Pickin in the Park TOMPKINSVILLE - 4/17/2010 6:00 P.M.- 4/17/2010 OLD MULKEY MEETINGHOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITE 38 Old Mulkey Park Road Bring your guitar, banjo or washboard and join us for this musical event! All genres are invited to participate in this evening of music and singing in the Meetinghouse yard. Whether you are a musician, a singer or just like to sit back and listen...bring your lawn chair and join the fun! (270) 487-8481

Nature Watch Weekend - Sandhill Cranes LUCAS - 1/29/2010 - 1/30/2010 BARREN RIVER LAKE STATE RESORT PARK 1149 State Park Road Learn more about the 1,000's of Sandhill Cranes that migrate through the area. A wildlife biologist from KDFWR along with the park naturalist will be on hand to provide you information on these unique birds with a unique sound. Several trips are scheduled for the weekend. Pre-registration is required. (270) 646-2151