Small Town, Lots to do

Marion County, Kentucky is known for few things: being the home of Maker's Mark and the infamous Cornbread Mafia. In case you didn't know the Corn bread Mafria was a group of rural farmers who pulled off the largest marijuana trafficing operatioin in history. Most of the gentlemen involved in this operation came from rural Marion County. Full of history, this tiny speck on the map has lots of character and southern hospitality. I'm from Marion County and one of the most common questions I get is "What is there to do if there is nothing there?" With no mall, movie theatre, or any other venue for entertainment the only place the town has to offer is Wal-Mart, not even a supercenter.
Stereotypically, there is nothing to do in such a small town. Being a native, I know different. People in the small community of Marion County make their own fun. There are a few bars scattered across the county which make for a source of entertainment that often isn't the most safe or legal for young adults. Four wheeler rides through the county on a hot Sunday afternoon, or "floating" the river in the summer, night time sled rides in the winter, or just a backyard cookout with friends and family make living in this "boring" town worth while. The recent warm weather has increased the activity in the country. "Riding 4-wheelers through the woods on a pretty day is one of the best parts about the summer," said Ashely Lamkin after a three hour ATV ride throuh the knobs of Raywick, a small community in west Marion County. Lamkin a native to Marion County and has never lived anywhere else, she has a strong appreciation for the small community. "There is something liberating about riding through the untouched woods," Lamkin said about one of the most popular activities Marion Countians participate in. Taking an ATV through the creek or the muddiest puddle you can find will make any adult feel like a kid again. In the country you trully find pleasure in the simple things in life." She said about the recent ride through the knobs. Groups of friends gather to take part in this summer time activity. Often there are stops along the journey for a swim in the river, a competiton to see who can make it up the steepest hill, or to just put down a cold one. The country is loaded with fun activities that just need to be sought out. Marion County, I believe, coined the phrase quality or quantity.