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Of Historic Interest . . . . . . . . . . . 6Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Marinas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Boating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Lighthouses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Accommodations Guide . . . . . . .14Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . .18Outdoor Recreation . . . . . . . . . .20Public Golf Courses . . . . . . . . . . .21Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Religious Attractions . . . . . . . . . .30Points of Interest . . . . . . . . . . . .32Festivals, Fairs & Celebrations . . . .42Index of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . .44Area Information . . . . . . . . . . . .46
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900 Edgewood Dr ., St . Marys, OH 45885 800-860-GRAND / 419-394-1294 SeeMore@bright .net / www .SeeMore .org
Photography provided by: Shelley Grieshop, Grand Lake Gallery, Coldwater, John Zwez, Wapakoneta and Jeff Pontsler, Grand Lake Independent-com.
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Welcome to the Greater Grand Lake St . Marys Region, a diverse vacation destination, rich with history, hospitality and fun . From exploring man’s first step onto the Moon to enjoying water sports on Ohio’s largest inland lake, we think you’ll find it the perfect escape from the everyday, ordinary routine .
Stop by the Visitors Center, located within Grand Lake St . Marys State Park, 900 Edgewater Drive, St . Marys, Ohio or call us for further information . We will be glad to help you plan your visit .
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Bicycle Museum of AmericaThis museum is the largest private bicycle museum in the world dedicated to the history of cycling . The museum opened in 1997 in downtown New Bremen . Featuring over 350 bicycles and countless pieces of memorabilia, the collection includes bicycles from the former Schwinn Museum in Chicago .
Admission charge . Summer hours: Mon .-Fri .: 11am-7pm, Sat .: 11am-2pm . Winter hours: Mon .-Fri .: 11am-5pm, Sat .: 11am-2pm .
Auglaize County CourthouseThis neoclassical structure of Berea sandstone features a central gallery open to the second floor making the stained glass skylight visible from both floors .
“The Copper Lady,” who once stood proudly atop the courthouse tower, now has a prominent place in the gallery . Restored for the courthouse’s 100th birthday in 1994, “The Copper Lady” once again reigns over the buildings activities . Seventeen elementary schools in Auglaize County raised 453,589 pennies for her restoration .
7 W . Monroe St ., New Bremen, OH 45869 (Corner of SR-274 & SR-66)
419-629-9249 www .bicyclemuseum .com
Of Historic InterestArmstrong Air & Space MuseumNamed in honor of astronaut Neil Armstrong, a Wapakoneta native, the museum chronicles Ohioans’ contributions to the
history of flight . See a moon rock and the Gemini VIII spacecraft .
Admission charge . Open year round Tue .-Sat: 9:30am-5pm; Sun . and holidays: Noon-5pm . Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day .
Fort Recovery State MuseumFort Recovery is the site of two of the most dramatic Indian battles in American history . Museum features Wayne soldiers, a lifelike warrior, battle descriptions and one of the largest Indian artifact collections on display in Ohio . On the grounds are two reconstructed blockhouses, a connecting stockade and the Greenville Treaty Line marker . A 103’ monument stands to remember the 900+ soldiers that died here and an oak tree to remember the Native Americans . Other attractions are a log home, blacksmith shop, historical walkway, local walk-by museum and a state park .
Admission charge . Open daily noon-5pm, June-August . Open weekends May-September .
Group tours available by appointment at all museums.
One Fortsite St ., Fort Recovery, OH 45846 419-375-4649
www .fortrecoverymuseum .com
500 S . Apollo Drive, Wapakoneta, OH 45895 (Located at I-75 & Exit 111)
419-738-8811/ 800-860-0142 www .ohiohistory .org
Group tours available by appointment at all museums.
201 Willipie St ., Wapakoneta, OH 45895 www .auglaizecounty .org
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Local History Museums
Auglaize County Historical Society - Mooney Museum223 S . Main St ., St . Marys, OH 45885419-394-5243
Auglaize County Historical Society - Wapakoneta Museum206 W . Main St ., Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-738-9701
Cridersville Historical Museum111 W . Sugar St ., Cridersville, OH 45806419-645-5374
Maria Stein Heritage Museum2291 St . Johns Rd ., Maria Stein, OH 45860419-925-4532www .mariasteincenter .org
Admission by donation . Open Tue .-Sun . noon-4:30pm . Closed Mondays and holidays .
Mercer County Historical Museum130 E . Market St ., Celina, OH 45822419-678-2614histalig@bright .net
Minster Historical Society112 W . Fourth St ., Minster, OH 45865
New Bremen Historical Museum120 N . Main St ., PO Box 73, New Bremen, OH 45869-0073419-629-8902www .newbremenhistory .org
New Knoxville Historical Museum107 E . German St ., New Knoxville, OH 45871419-753-2721
Shanes Crossing Historical Museum151 E . Columbia St ., Rockford, OH 45882419-363-2998
Open weekdays during village office hours .
Uniopolis Historical Museum75 E . Ohio St ., Uniopolis, OH 45888419-568-5586
An appreciation of the local heritage can be seen in the many area history museums . Unless otherwise stated, the hours open are limited, but all can be viewed by appointment . Group tours are also available . Call for more information .
Group tours available by appointment at all museums.
Mercer County CourthouseForty-foot Ionic columns grace the four entrances to the Greek Revival, gray Bedford limestone courthouse in the heart of Celina .
Its impressive interior is enhanced with large bronze doors, marble floors, walls and staircases as well as a colored glass dome .
This bridge stands as a testament to “neighbors helping neighbors” even when those neighbors are hundreds of miles away .
When a drought hit the south, Auglaize County farmers donated truckloads of hay and cash for grain to aid stricken farms in North Carolina . Since that first act of caring, the two groups have developed a unique friendship .
In 1989, when Hurricane Hugo smashed into the Carolinas, it left hundreds of downed trees, including several large White Oaks . An old-fashioned shingle-cutting machine was found and 16,000 shingles later, this covered bridge had a roof .
Several North Carolina residents made the trip to St . Marys for the groundbreaking ceremonies . The entire project was a community effort with many local individuals and businesses donating money, products and services .
Group tours available by appointment at all museums.
St. Marys Memorial Covered Bridge
116 W. Auglaize St. • Wapakoneta, OH 45895 • www.auglaize-antique-mall.com Open Monday thru Saturday from 10am to 6pm • Sundays 12pm to 6pm
Looking for that special antique furniture & glassware to
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101 N . Main St ., Celina, OH 45822 419-586-3178 for group tour information
www .mercercountyohio .org
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Fishing is a year round affair on Grand Lake St . Marys . Since the lake is shallow (average 8-9 ft . In depth), it warms quickly in the spring activating large mouth bass and large catches of
bluegills and crappies . There are professionally run and organized fishing tournaments held every year . The lake is considered one of the finest “pan fishing” areas in the state, with good populations of crappie and yellow perch . Walleye fry and
fingerlings have been constructed as a feeder lake for stocked and a significant walleye population is developing with good-sized walleye reported being caught .
For an up-to-date fishing report, visit www .SeeMore .org and click on “Life on the Lake .”
Grand Lake St . Marys is open zoned for skiing and has unlimited horsepower for power boating . A 300-foot “no wake” zone provides for safety and shoreline protection . There are seven state- operated launch ramps providing boaters access to the lake . Private launch ramps are also available at marinas along the shoreline . Sailing and jet skiing are very popular on the lake .
Constructed as a feeder lake for the Miami-Erie Canal, Grand Lake St . Marys, at its completion in 1845, was the largest man-made lake in the world .
It was formed by raising two walls of earth, from ten to twenty-five feet high, called the East and West embankments . These
walls formed a high basin to retain the water . The reservoir rests on the summit between the Ohio River and Lake Erie .
Now Ohio’s largest inland lake, Grand Lake St . Marys is a prime recreational area offering a variety of activities for the whole family . With over 13,500 acres of water and 52 miles of shoreline (much of it accessible to the public), Ohio’s “Other Great Lake” is a great site for picnicking, swimming, fishing, boating and camping .
Bayview Sun & Snow Marina5350 Bayview Rd., Celina, OH 45822419-268-2726 www.bayviewsunandsnow.com
The Boathouse at Grand Lake1112 S. Main St., Celina, OH 45822419-586-6657www.boatgrandlake.com
D & W Marina7001 Cottonwood Dr., Celina, OH 45822419-268-2280
Kozy Marina8500 SR-703 E., Celina, OH 45822419-394-8797 www.kozymarina.com
Ohio Marine, Inc.205 Harbor Point Dr., Celina, OH 45822419-586-3185www.ohiomarine.com
St. Marys East Bank Marina215 Gordon Park Dr., St. Marys, OH 45885419-394-9321www.eastbankmarina.com
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Behm’s Lighthouse
Lighthouses . . .You will be in awe as you view these stunning lighthouses on Grand Lake St . Marys . Although it is an oddity for an inland lake to possess a lighthouse, Grand Lake St . Marys is proud to boast of three such structures .
This beautiful stately structure was dedicated on April 19, 2003 in memory of Stanley Mike Grimm, who was killed in an auto accident in 1997 .
The operating marine light can be seen up to seven miles .
It can be viewed on the south shore of the lake at 5444 Behm Rd . at Behm’s Landing .
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This 1923 Eddystone lighhouse is a monument to the original English Channel beacon .
In the early days, it operated under a government license from April to November .
Located on the north shore between Celina and St . Marys . Viewing from lake only .
Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places .
Northwood Lighthouse
This forty-foot working lighthouse welcomes visitors to Celina each evening .
Built in 1986 by the Celina Rotary Club, this structure has a wrought iron observation deck encircling it for those who wish a “grander” view of the lake .
It is located on US-127 and Lake Shore Dr . in Celina .
Rotary Lighthouse
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Hotels/Motels
CelinaAmerica’s Best Value Inn1421 SR-703 E .Celina, OH 45822419-586-4656/888-315-2378www.bvicelina.com
42 rooms, 3 suites, complimentary breakfast, high speed Internet, in-room hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, coffee makers, guest laundry, voice mail, Business Center, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, HBO, restaurant adjacent, lake view rooms .
Celina Motel225 S . Main St . Celina, OH 45822419-586-2343
31 rooms, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, HBO, restaurant adjacent .
Cole’s Motel565 E . Market St . Celina, OH 45822419-586-3138
9 rooms, cable TV, microwaves & refrigerators available, restaurant adjacent .
Holiday Inn Express2020 Holiday Dr . Celina, OH 45822419-586-4919/888-465-4329www.hiexpress.com/celina
52 rooms, 2 suites, indoor pool, whirlpool, high speed wireless Internet, complimentary Express Start hot breakfast, in-room digital safes, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, voice mail, coffee makers, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, HBO, restaurant adjacent .
Accommodations Guide
419.394.2710www.countryhearth.com
❖ WiFi❖ Complimentary continental breakfast❖ Meeting space available
❖ 61 Rooms❖ Heated indoor pool and jacuzzi❖ Pool memberships available
West Bank Inn1055 West Bank Rd . Celina, OH 45822419-584-3625/866-359-8624www .westbankinn .com
14 rooms each with private balcony and lake view, 2-person whirlpool rooms available, high speed wireless Internet, complimentary continental breakfast, in-room safes, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, voice mail, coffee makers, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, HBO, restaurant adjacent .
Westlake Village1101 West Bank Rd .Celina, OH 45822419-584-1444/866-30-VILLAwww .westlakevillas .com
30 two-bedroom suites which sleep 6, fully furnished kitchen, washer/dryer, sleeper sofa, outdoor pool, meeting space, pet-friendly, high speed Internet, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, coffee makers, voice mail, fax, copier, cable TV, restaurant adjacent, charcoal grills, boat docks available, boat and trailer parking .
St. MarysAmerica’s Best Value Inn1321 Celina Rd . St . Marys, OH 45885419-394-2341/888-315-2378www .bvistmarys .com
60 rooms, 16 suites, outdoor pool, high speed wireless Internet, complimentary continental breakfast, in-room hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, voice mail, coffee makers, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, complimentary USA Today newspaper, HBO, TV Japan, lounge on site, restaurant adjacent, playground for the kids .
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St. Marys (cont.)Country Hearth Inn & Suites1410 Commerce Dr . (US-33 and SR-29) St Marys, OH 45885419-394-2710/888-4HEARTHwww .countryhearth .com
61 rooms, 6 suites, indoor pool, whirlpool, high speed wireless Internet, complimentary breakfast, in-room digital safes, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, coffee makers, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, HBO, restaurant adjacent .
WapakonetaComfort Inn1510 Saturn Dr . Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-738-8181
93 rooms, 15 suites, outdoor pool, meeting room, high speed wireless Internet, complimentary breakfast, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, coffee makers, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, HBO, restaurant adjacent, RV & truck parking .
Holiday Inn Express1008 Lunar Dr . Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-738-2050/888-465-4329www .hiexpress .com/wapakoneta
53 rooms, 2 suites, 4 handicap accessible rooms, indoor pool,
whirlpool, meeting room, high speed wireless Internet, complimentary Express Start hot breakfast, in-room digital safes, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, 2-line phone, voice mail, coffee makers, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, HBO, restaurant adjacent .
Knights Inn1659 Bellefontaine St . Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-738-2184
38 rooms, 2 suites, high speed Internet, complimentary breakfast, in-room hair dryers, coffee makers, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, cable TV, restaurant adjacent .
Super 8 Motel1011 Lunar Dr . Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-738-8810/800-800-8000
38 rooms, high speed Internet, complimentary breakfast, hair dryers, coffee makers, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, HBO, restaurant adjacent .
Travel Inn413 Apollo Dr . Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-739-9600
50 rooms, high speed wireless Internet, complimentary continental breakfast, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, microwaves & refrigerators available, fax, copier, HBO, restaurant adjacent .
Cottages & Cabins
CelinaEdgewater CottageNichelson Dr .Celina, OH 45822419-733-8105/419-629-3396www .vrbo .com/104962
Grandview CottageWest Bank Rd .Celina, 45822419-925-4078 (M-F daytime)419-925-4840 (PM & weekends)
Harbor Point Cottage2507 Shore St . Celina, OH 45822419-363-2651
Heck’s PlaceOn the lake at West Bank Rd . Celina, OH 45822419-586-5309
Kurt’s Cottage at Bayview5268 Lake Dr .Celina, OH 45822937-439-5658www .kurtscottageatbayview .com
The Jager House6867 SR-219Celina, OH 45822937-489-6201www .geocities .com/thejagerhouse
Vacation Escapes by the Lake23 Bass Dr .Celina, OH 45822937-232-3358www .vacationsescapesby thelake .net
MontezumaKarafit Kottage5305 Karafit Rd .Montezuma, OH 45866832-381-0290
Riverside Landing82 N . Canal St .Montezuma, OH 45866419-942-1227
St. MarysArbor Haven8 NortheraSt . Marys, OH 45885614-264-0620
Grand Lake St. Marys State Park834 Edgewater Dr .St ., Marys, OH 45885866-644-6727
Wapakoneta Wapakoneta/Lima South KOA14719 Cemetery Rd .Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-738-6016/800-562-9872www .wapakonetakoa .com
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Fort Recovery Monument ParkPresident William Howard Taft signed a bill in 1908 to authorize a monument in honor of those soldiers who died serving under St . Clair and Anthony Wayne .
Dedicated in July 1913, the base of the 103-foot monument holds the bones of the fallen soldiers who died in the battles at Fort Recovery .
The nine-foot tall statue on the west face of the monument depicts a frontiersman facing the beautiful unsettled land into which he triumphed .
St. Marys Heritage ParkView the three painted murals depicting the history of this canal town from the frontier era to the present . The restored art deco fountain, wrought iron fencing and sister city tribute make this small park a delightful stop .202 E . Spring St ., St . Marys, OH 45885
St. Marys Memorial ParkDedicated to the WWI veterans, the park, with its clock tower and gazebo, rests beside the Miami-Erie Canal flowing through downtown St . Marys .
The Belle of St . Marys, a full scale replica of a packet canal boat, measures 76 feet long and 14 feet wide and rests on the waters of the canal .
The Memorial Covered Bridge spans the St . Marys River as it flows through the park .South St ., St . Marys, OH 45885
Fort Amanda Monument & ParkErected in 1812 under orders from General William Henry Harrison, Fort Amanda was a base of supplies for Harrison’s army during the War of 1812 . The remains of 75 soldiers, each simply marked “Unknown Soldier, War of 1812” lie beside the Auglaize River . A gray, granite shaft monument was erected in 1915 . Open dawn to dusk May-October .
Grand Lake St. Marys State ParkThe lake itself and much of its perimeter was dedicated as an Ohio state park in 1949 . The park has a large campground, two public swimming beaches as well as swimming areas for boaters . Picnic areas with tables and grills are located in scenic areas around the lake . The East Bank/ Villanova area has several shelter houses available on a reservation basis . Hunting is permitted in designated areas . There are seasonal duck blinds available by lottery through ODNR .834 Edgewater Dr ., St . Marys, OH 45885 Park Office: 419-394-3611, Campground Office: 419-394-2774
Parks SR-119 and SR-49
Fort Recovery, OH 45846
SR-198, 7½ miles northwest of Wapakoneta, OH 45895
& Recreation
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Bicycling & Recreation PathsCelina-Coldwater PathThe 4 .5-mile long, 10-foot wide path was once an old railroad bed . The path is perfect for biking, walking, running and skating . Take SR-127 south of Celina and turn right onto Schunck Rd . Path is on the left .
East Bank PathThis two-mile paved stretch is along the east bank of Grand Lake St . Marys and is great for biking, walking, running, skating and has a full view of the lake .
Franklin Township Greenway TrailThis 5 .5 mile, continuous, non-motorized, paved walking trail is located on the south side of Grand Lake St . Marys . It not only meanders through a 100-acre wildlife preservation area with an observation desk overlooking two wetlands, but also traverses two covered bridges along the scenic route .
Miami Canal PathYou can hike for miles along this historic trail . The trail is accessible at 158 High St . in St . Marys . Parking is available . A great place to walk and enjoy nature’s beauty .
Route 703 Bike PathThis stretch on SR-703 between Celina and St . Marys is for the experienced rider as the rider cycles alongside sometimes heavy traffic . The path is approximately nine miles long .
West Bank TrailThis 7,000-foot paved trail is accessible on the west bank of Grand Lake St Marys south of the State Boat Docks on West Bank Rd . in Celina . This trail meanders along the lake and into a wooded area . The non-motorized trail is great for walking, biking and skating .
Public Golf CoursesArrowhead Golf Club2211 Dirksen Rd ., Minster, OH 45865 419-628-3111 • www.arrowhead-golf.com
Deer Field Golf5621 Shelley Rd ., Rockford, OH 45882 419-363-9400/800-523-6306
Mercer County Elks Club3242 SR-127, Celina, OH 45822 419-925-4215
Fox’s Den1221 Irmscher Blvd ., Celina, OH 45822 419-586-3102 • www.foxsdengolf.com
Northmoor Golf8330 SR-703 E ., Celina, OH 45822 419-394-4896
Prairie View26820 SR-67, Waynesfield, OH 45896419-568-7888
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In Mercer County, we take our companies seriously. We pride ourselves in continuing our
partnership as you grow. No request for any type of assistance goes unanswered.
While you’re at it, dust o� that �shing tackle and cast a line in the largest inland lake in the
state. Tourism in the county is one of our biggest attraction tools.
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Antiques, Gifts & CollectablesAuglaize Antique Mall 116 W . Auglaize St ., Wapakoneta 419-738-8004 www .auglaize-antique-mall .com
Etcetera 105 S. Main St., Celina • 419-586-2495
The Potter House 108 S. Main St., Celina • 419-584-1705
Pilgrim Gift Shop2219 St . Johns Rd ., Maria Stein 419-925-4532
the Greater Grand Lake St. Marys Region
If you are looking for the unique and unusual, you will find an interesting mix of small and specialty shops throughout the Greater Grand Lake St . Marys Region .
We have listed just a few for your treasure hunting pleasure .
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Card Mart & Flowers Original814 N. Main St., Celina • 419-586-7111
Calico Cow & Cranberry Barn11262 SR-29, New Knoxville 419-753-2131
Ben’s Place840 E . Main St ., Coldwater 419-678-2321
BooksCanalside Book Shop115 W . Spring St ., St . Marys 419-300-BOOK (2665)
New Bremen Coffee and Books107 W . Monroe St ., New Bremen 419-629-8009
Cottage BookstoreWSULC7600 Lake Campus Dr ., Celina 419-586-0345
Clothing and AccessoriesIntuition Boutique 909 E . Wayne St ., Celina 419-584-1221
Jones Jewelers 108 W . Market St ., Celina 419-586-3270
Lois Beauty Shop/ Merle Norman Cosmetics 201 N . Front St ., St . Marys 419-394-4903
Wilson Shoe Store106 S. Main St., Celina • 419-586-2275
Emmy’s Bridal336 N. Main St., Minster • 419-628-7555
Island Dress Shop132 Spring St., St. Marys • 419-394-5116
Flowers, Plants and GiftsAbloom Flowers & Gifts, New Bremen, Coldwater, St . Marys, Celina • 419-394-3321/419-586-9977
Flower & Plant Barn2420 Celina Rd., St. Marys • 419-394-8668
Village Green Garden Center 902 S . Blackhoof St ., Wapakoneta 419-738-2424
Gourmet Food & BeveragesThe Winery at Versailles6572 SR-47, Versailles • 937-526-3232 www .wineryatversailles .com
Miscellaneous Shopping Cozy Cabin Quilts20331 SR-116, St. Marys • 419-394-6762
Famous Old Time Music Company20322 US-33, Wapakoneta 419-568-1220 • www.fotmc.com
Niekamp Farm & Flea Market 6133 Olding Rd ., St . Henry 419-925-5208 • www.niekamp.com
Topsy Turvy Toys464 S . Washington St ., New Bremen 419-629-0000
My Scrapbook Paradise202 S. Main St., Celina • 419-584-1393
St. Marys Hobby Center111 W . Spring St ., St . Marys 419-394-5909
Home GoodsBob’s TV & Appliances910 S. Sugar St., Celina • 419-586-2297
Francis Furniture5495 SR-29, Celina • 419-586-3511
Fowlers TV1301 E . Spring St ., St . Marys 419-394-5316
Moran Refrigeration820 S . Wayne St ., St . Marys 419-394-2351
Outdoor SuppliesBrock’s RV Supply Warehouse6101 SR-219, Montezuma 419-268-2025 www .RVSupplyWarehouse .com
D & W Golf Cart Sales 230 Northway, St . Marys 419-394-3824
Windy Point Sportsman’s Shop 5255 Windy Point Rd ., Montezuma 419-268-2417
The Outdoorsman172 E. Bank Rd., St. Marys • 419-394-5769
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1 . Auglaize County Courthouse
2 . Auglaize County Mooney Museum
3 . The Belle of St . Marys
4 . Bicycle Museum of America
5 . Celina-Coldwater Bike Path
6 . Convention & Visitors Bureau
7 . Cridersville Historical Museum
8 . Fort Amanda Monument & Park
9 . Fort Recovery Monument & Park
10 . Fort Recovery State Museum
11 . Fort Recovery Visitors Center
12 . Grand Lake St . Marys State Park
13 . Maria Stein Heritage Museum
14 . Memorial Covered Bridge
15 . Mercer County Courthouse
16 . Mercer County Historical Society Museum
17 . Miami-Erie Canal Towpath
18 . National Marian Shrine of the Holy Relics
19 . Neil Armstrong Air & Space Museum
20 . New Bremen Historical Museum
21 . New Knoxville Historical Museum
22 . Niekamp’s Farm & Flea Market
23 . Northwood Lighthouse
24 . Rotary Lighthouse
25 . Route 703 Bike Path
26 . St . Charles Center
27 . St . Marys Memorial Park
28 . State Fish Hatchery
29 . Wright State Lake Campus
Mileage from the Greater Grand Lake St. Marys RegionBuffalo, NY ...........................386 milesChicago, IL ...........................237 milesCharleston, WV ....................258 milesCincinnati, OH ...................... 119 milesCleveland, OH ......................199 milesColumbus, OH ......................103 milesDayton, OH .............................66 milesDetroit, MI .............................164 milesErie, PA .................................298 milesFt. Wayne, IN ..........................60 milesIndianapolis, IN .....................120 milesPittsburgh, PA .......................282 milesToledo, OH............................105 milesWheeling, WV .......................224 milesYoungstown, PA .................... 311 miles
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CelinaHecht’s Landing8583 SR-219Celina, OH 45822419-394-6433www .hechtslanding .com
Kozy Kamp Ground5134 It’s It Rd .Celina, OH 45822419-268-2275
Mercer County Fairgrounds1001 W . Market St .Celina, OH 45822419-586-3239
MendonRiver Trail Campground7712 Deep Cut Rd .Mendon, OH 45862419-795-1400
St. MarysEasy Campground14338 Townline-Kossuth Rd . St . Marys, OH 45885419-394-3836
Grand Lake St. Marys State Park834 Edgewater Dr . St . Marys, OH 45885866-644-6727www .ohiodnr .com/parks/ parks/grndlake .htm
Rustic Haven935 Koehn Rd .St . Marys, OH 45885419-394-8089
WapakonetaGlacier Hill Lakes11675 Wapak-Freyburg Rd .Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-738-3005
Wapakoneta/Lima South KOA14719 Cemetery Rd .Wapakoneta, OH 45895419-738-6016/800-562-9872
Camping
An after-hours medical service that treats minor illnesses and injuries which can’t wait for a doctor’s appointment but do not require a hospital emergency room. Located at the Emergency Center of Joint Township Hospital.
— HOURS — MONDAY through FRIDAY 5 pm to 10 pmSATURDAY and SUNDAY 10 am to 10 pm
200 St. Clair Street | St. maryS, OhiO 45885 www.gRANDLAkEHEALTH.ORg/URgENTCARE
200 St. Clair Street | St. maryS, OhiO 45885 | 419-394-3335 www.gRANDLAkEHEALTH.ORg
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Religious Attractions
Land of the Cross Tipped ChurchesThis scenic byway consists of sixty buildings representing the German Catholic settlements of southern Auglaize and Mercer counties, as well as portions of northern Darke and Shelby counties, which were placed on the National Register of Historic Places . Consisting of churches, schools, rectories and convents, this grouping is symbolic of the cultural and historical uniqueness of the region .
Spiritual Center of Maria SteinThe Spiritual Center Retreat House is a unique place to experience God’s peace and guidance . Arrangements can be made for group or private retreats . A chapel, meeting rooms, dining rooms and recreation hall are available . Mysteries of the Rosary along gravel paths and a Respect Life Memorial are added attractions in the lovely wooded setting .2365 St. Johns Rd., Maria Stein, OH 45860 • 419-925-7625 • www.spiritualcenter.net
National Marian Shrine of the Holy RelicsThe shrine contains approximately 1000 relics of the saints and is the second largest collection of its type in the United States . Built in 1890, the shrine and the adjacent former convent were placed on the National Register of Historic Places . Donations accepted . Open Tues-Sun: noon-4:30pm . Closed Mondays and holidays .
St. Charles CenterThis magnificent former seminary rests on 500 acres . Begun in 1861 by the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, the current
structure is a late gothic revival building . The awesome facility features a 370-foot frontage and is topped by a five story octagonal dome .
A portion of the building now serves as a senior living community . Group tours by appointment .
Call 800-860-4726 for group tours or
self-guided tour maps www .grandlake .net/lctc
2860 US-127 S ., Celina, OH 45822 419-925-4516 • www.st-charles-cpps.org
2291 St . Johns Rd ., Maria Stein, OH 45860 419-925-4532 • www.mariasteincenter.org
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Photo courtesy of the Grand Lake Independent .com photo contest winner Lee Miller .
Famous Old Time Music CompanyA Mecca for the bluegrass enthusiast with an amazing selection of vintage and new instruments, lively jam sessions, entertaining indoor concerts, the annual outdoor Festival in the Cornfields and a friendly down-home atmosphere .20322 US-33, Wapakoneta, OH 45895 • 419-568-1220 • www.fotmc.com
Waynesfield Motorsports ParkGo kart racing on Friday, stock car, E-mods, mini sprints, sprint cars, bomber trucks & compacts on Saturday . Great racing action .15595 Waynesfield Rd., Waynesfield, OH 45896 • 419-568-2893 www .waynesfieldmotorsportspark .com
The Langdon Gem & Mineral CollectionRock hounds take note of this fabulous gem and mineral collection which features 661 samples on display from all around the world . Each sample is labeled with the mineral type and place of origin . Examples of minerals on display are apophyllite, stibnite, pyrite, galena and purple amethyst . Displayed in brighly lit cases, the minerals sparkle and gleam with a life of their own .
Eldora SpeedwayOwned by NASCAR great Tony Stewart, this nationally-known speedway is located on SR-118 just south of the Mercer County line . The fastest ½ mile dirt track in the nation annually hosts sprint, midget, modified and stock races including the famous All Star Outlaw Sprints, the Annual Kings Royal Race and the U .S .A .C . Four Crown Nationals .13929 SR-118, New Weston, OH 45348 • 937-338-3815 • www.eldoraspeedway.com
Additional Points of Interest
The Mercer County District Library • 303 N. Main St.,
Celina, OH 45822 419-586-4442
www .mercer .lib .oh .us/ minerals .htm
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Grand Lake Mariner’s Collegiate BaseballThroughout June and July, the Mariner’s participate in a top-notch college league where future professional players hone their skills .
Games are played on weekday evenings and weekend afternoons . Admission charge .
Call 800-860-GRAND for a complete game schedule .
Niekamp Farm & Flea MarketNiekamp’s has over 55,000 square feet of shopping pleasure . From Amish meats & cheeses to hand-dipped ice cream to hand-made quilts, Amish Oak furniture and sporting goods, it is a fun stop for the whole family .2484 SR-127, (eight miles south of Celina) St. Henry, OH 45883 • 419-925-5208/866-535-1416 www .niekamp .com
The Winery at VersailliesA small family winery with all wine made on premise . They offer tours and sampling, wine by the glass or bottle, chilled wine, gifts and wine accessories . Special events are held throughout the year . They can accommodate small private parties in the winery or patio . Open 12 months a year, six days a week .6572 SR-47, Versailles, OH 45380 • 937-526-3232 www .wineryatversailles .com
Putters Lane Fun Center36-hole mini golf course, water wars arcade with redemption prizes, homemade ice cream, pizza and snacks . Group and birthday parties are welcome .04331 SR-66, Minster, OH 45865 • 419-628-1814
Lost Weekend II Lunch, dinner and sightseeing cruises of Grand Lake St . Marys are available seven days a week from May-October . Private charters are available for bus tour groups, class reunions, wedding receptions, corporate seminars and other group functions . 800-519-9220/419-268-9336 • www.thelostweekend.com
Every journey begins with a step.From the early days of space flight to our historic
first step on the moon, explore Ohio’s contributions to space exploration at the Armstrong
Air & Space Museum.
Hours: Closed MondayTues. – Sat.: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sundays, Memorial Day & Labor Day noon - 5p.m.Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day
Admission:Adults: $8, Children: $4OHS members and children under 6: FREE
Call for information on group discounts and tours.
ARMSTRONG AIR & SPACE MUSEUM500 Apollo Dr., Wapakoneta, OH 45895p: 800.860.0142www.ohiohistory.org
Westview Park, Fairground Rd . Celina, OH 45822
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Miami-Erie CanalIrish, French and German immigrants labored for 31 cents a day and a jigger of whiskey to manually move trees, rocks and soil to create the “big ditch” through the wilderness to improve transportation and commerce . Traversing 249 miles from Cincinnati to Toledo, the canal was begun in 1825, built in sections and completed in 1845 . Much of the canal is still intact, with many historic structures, bridges and aqueducts along the way . The towpath along SR-66 from Minster to Lock 14 north of St . Marys is a great place to walk and enjoy nature’s beauty . Designated a State Scenic Byway .
State Fish HatcheryOne of only six hatcheries in the state of Ohio, the St . Marys site raises yellow perch, largemouth bass, channel catfish, fathead minnows, walleye and saugeye . Free tours are available by appointment .
East Bank Rd., St. Marys, OH 45885 • 419-394-5170
Wapakoneta Antique and Specialty ShopsSpecialty and antique shops in the midst of historic downtown buildings makes shopping Wapakoneta a delight . Hunt for unique treasures and gifts and enjoy downtown events that occur throughout the year .
6572 SR-47 • Versailles, OH 45380
937-526-3232www.wineryatversailles.com
Wine tasting and salesGifts and handcrafted gift baskets
Wine making supplies and equipmentTours available most days
Reservations needed for groups of 10 or more
St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce 301 E. Spring St., St. Marys, OH 45885
Tel: 419-300-4611smchambe@bright.net
Fax: 419-300-6202www.stmarysohio.org
St. Marys, OhioExperience what we have to o�er!
Memorial Park St. Marys, OH
Beautiful Memorial ParkHeritage Park
Miami & Erie CanalGrand Lake St. Marys
101 S . Blackhoof St . Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-4494 www .wapakant-spsh .com
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Pla-Mor Adventure GolfBring the entire family to play this adventurous course consisting of boulders, waterfalls and fountains . Snack shop . Admission charge .225 E . Hardin, Coldwater, OH 45828 419-678-4767 www .plamoradventuregolf .net
Windy Meadow FarmFeaturing Suri alpacas, Angora goats and Great Pyrenees dogs . Call ahead to make sure someone is available to show you around this lovely operation . Enjoyable for kids of all ages . No admission charge .
9660 CR-66A, New Bremen, OH 45869 419-394-3880 • www.windymeadow.com
Woodland RollerdomeThis renovated rollerdome includes a 3,000-watt sound system and the area’s only laser-light show webbing across the skate floor . Other amenities include an arcade, the Tiki Bar snack shop and souvenir shop .2600 Celina Rd., St. Marys, OH 45885 • 419-394-4246
Cridersville SpeedwayExciting go kart racing action .19140 S . Dixie Hwy ., Cridersville, OH 45806 www .cridersvillespeedway .com
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Celina Rotary Dog ParkLocated on the west bank of Grand Lake St . Marys, this 3 .8-acre fenced park offers a wonderful opportunity for unleashed fun for you and your dog .
The grassy, wooded area is divided for large and small dogs and includes a water fountain and benches .
Mack ArenaEvery Saturday night from October-May, see professional bull riding at its best . Watch the thrilling action or try it yourself . Heated arena, concessions . Admission charge . SR-29 (10 miles west of Celina) • 419-942-1720
Visiting the Greater Grand Lake St . Marys Region provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy the
peaceful rural countryside . Pick your own apples, buy some fresh honey or pet an alpaca; whatever
you choose, you’ll enjoy the slower pace and quality family time as you shake off the hustle and bustle of
everyday living .
For more information on our many area farm markets and rural attractions, check out www .SeeMore .org
and click on “Country Treasure Attractions .”
Our Country Roads Await You...
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2009 Festivals, Fairs & Celebrations
May 8-9 Mercer County Ribfest Celina
June 19-21 Harvest Jubilee Fort Recovery
June 26-28 Country Fest Maria Stein
July 2-5 Freedom Days Celina
July 3-4 Independence Day Celebration New Knoxville
July 16-18 Summer Moon Festival Wapakoneta
July 24-26 Lake Festival Celina
Aug. 2-8 Auglaize County Fair Wapakoneta
Aug. 6-9 World’s Longest Yardsale US-127
Aug. 7-9 Summerfest St . Marys
Aug. 7-13 Mercer County Banner Fair Celina
Aug. 14-16 Bremenfest New Bremen
Aug. 21-22 NTPA Tractor Pulls Fort Recovery
Aug. 22-23 Governor’s Cup Regatta Celina
Sept. 4-5 Fall Festival New Knoxville
Sept. 5 Riverside Bluesfest St . Marys
Oct. 2-4 Oktoberfest Minster
Oct. 18 Walk with Nature Along the Miami-Erie Canal St . Marys
22nd Annual
Maria Stein Country FestJune 26–28, 2009
Totally free entertainment including the nationally known Country Fest Tractor Square Dancers. Games, rides and music for all ages
throughout the weekend. Plenty of food to satisfy everyone’s palate.
FREE ADMISSION &
FREE PARKING
www.mscountryfest.com
Celina
Greenville
Maria Stein Country Fest2291 St. Johns Road
Maria Stein, OH 45860
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Handicap accessible, including restrooms
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Index of AdvertisersAmerica’s Best Value Inns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Armstrong Air & Space Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Arrowhead Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Auglaize Antique Mall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Bella’s Italian Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Bike Museum of America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Brock’s RV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Celina-Mercer Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Celina Wine Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Century 21 Master Key Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44City of Celina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43City of St . Marys Development Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Citizens National Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Country Hearth Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14The Cove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Famous Old Time Music Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Fishers Flea Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Grand Lake Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Heck’s Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Holiday Inn Express - Celina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Holiday Inn Express - Wapakoneta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Kozy Kampground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Kuck Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Lock One Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Maria Stein Country Fest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43Mercer County Community Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Mercer Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Mercer Savings Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Niekamp Flea Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Otterbein St . Marys Retirement Living Community . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Owen Hall Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Pla-Mor Adventure Golf & Bowling Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39St . Marys Area Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37St . Marys East Bank Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Wapakoneta Antique & Specialty Shops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Wapakoneta/South Lima KOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28West Bank Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Westlake Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back CoverThe Winery at Versailles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
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InformationHospitalsGrand Lake Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419-394-3335200 St. Clair St., St. Marys, OH 45885 • www.grandlakehealth.org
Mercer Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419-586-1611950 S. Main St., Celina, OH 45822 • www.mercer-health.com
CHambers of CommerCeCelina-Mercer County Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . 419-586-2219226 N. Main St., Celina, OH 45822 • www.celinamercer.com
Southwestern Auglaize County Chamber of Commerce . . . . 419-629-0313107 W . Monroe St ., PO Box 3, New Bremen, OH 45869www .auglaize .org
St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . . . . 419-300-4611301 E. Spring St., St. Marys, OH 45885 • www.stmarysohio.org
Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . 419-738-291130 E. Auglaize St., Wapakoneta, OH 45895 • www.wapakoneta.com
Visitor informationAuglaize-Mercer Counties Convention & Visitors Bureau . . 800-860-GRAND900 Edgewater Dr., St. Marys, OH 45885 • www.SeeMore.org
radio stationsWCSM 1350AM, 96.7FMWKKI 94.3FM
daily newspapersThe Daily Standard, CelinaThe Evening Leader, St. MarysWapakoneta Daily News
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