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GOLF COURSES
Birchwood Golf Course 724-962-9875
99 Birchwood Drive, Transfer, PA 16154Buhl Farm Driving Range 724-962-1943
1290 Forker Blvd, Hermitage, PA
The World's Only FREE Golf CourseCable Hollow Golf Course 814-757-9977
RD #2 Norberg Rd, Russell, PA 16345
FAX: 814-757-1484Green Meadows Golf Course 724-530-7330
Route 19, Volant, PA 16156Greenville Country Club 724-588-5030
365 Mercer Road, Greenville, PA 16125Hickory VFW Public Golf Course 724-346-6903
4586 E. State St, Hermitage, PA 16148Mercer Public Golf Course 724-662-9951
281 Golf Road, Mercer, PA 16137Oak Tree Country Club 724-528-9985
State Line Road, West Middlesex, PA 16159Pine Grove Public Golf Course 724-458-8394
38 Fairway Drive, Grove City, PA 16127Pine Hill 724-588-8053
263 Leech Road, Greenville, PA 16125Spring Valley Golf Club 724-662-1899
496 Bestwick Rd, Mercer, PA 16137Tam O'Shanter of PA 724-981-3552
2961 S. Hermitage Road, Hermitage, PA 16148Walnut Creek Golf Course 724-932-5219
976 E. Lake Road, Jamestown, PA 16134Willow Hills Golf Center 724-748-3375
109 George Jr. Rd, Grove City, Pa. 16127
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information and attractions in
Mercer County, PA
MASSASAUGA RATTLESNAKE - Did you
know that we have an Endangered
Species
right here in Mercer County, PA, that's a rattlesnake? The Eastern Massasauga, is an Endangered
Species and is found in small populations in
Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and in Pennsylvania. In fact, Mercer County Pennsylvania (Click
to see a picture of one) has a respectable population of Massasauga's. The Massasauga is rare in all
of the states mentioned and populations are scattered and small. The name
Missasauga comes from a river that flows in Ontario, Canada, where the
Massasauga is also considered Endangered. For additional sources and an
excellent printable four page report, visit
Ohio Division of Wildlife
but you must have (or download for FREE)
Adobe Acrobat
Reader. 
Source: Hugh Quinn, Ph.D., General Curator, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
& Marc Sommer, Education Technologies Coordinator, ODNR-Division of Wildlife.
WORLD'S LARGEST SHOE STORE - That's right! Complete with an Online catalog and more! VISIT
SHOPPING? Well here's a few locations that you can "Shop till you Drop": Grove City Prime Outlets over 140 name brand stores, Reyers The World's Largest Shoe Store, Winner Outlet the World's Largest Off Price Fashion Store in downtown Sharon, Wendell August Forge an Old World Handcrafted forge, and lots of other adventurous shopping in wonderful Mercer County.
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Fairs & Festivals for Mercer County, PA
Other PENNSYLVANIA Fairs
FAIR TIME - FAIR INFORMATION ONLINE 2002 Locations, dates of events, contact people, driving directions, possible membership for fair related business's at www.pafairs.org
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Museums for Mercer County, PA Interesting Places & Things to Visit & Learn within an hour or so. |
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CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO - Just a little over an hour and a half away is the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo with The Australian Adventure returning the 30th of March. Check it out HERE! How about directions? MAP
PITTSBURGH ZOO & AQUARIUM - Close to home, just a little over an hour away is the gorgeous World Wild Web adventure known as the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium. 77 acres of sprawling natural wilderness habitat to explore. And, don't wait till summer, it's open NOW! In fact, open everyday except December 25th! Gates open at 9a till 4p and the park closes at 5p. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors 60 and over, $5 for children ages 2 to 13, and those under 24 months are FREE. Parking is $3. Why not have a birthday party, event, or special occasion there? Call 1800-474-4966. With all the highway changes in recent years, need directions? MAP While your at it, here's a ZOO MAP to take along!
CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER - Coming Soon
DRAKE WELL MUSEUM - Near to our county, in nearby Crawford County, is the site of the first commercial oil well in the world, launching the booming oil industry. The museum presents a full size replica of the engine and derrick over this early oil well, plus outstanding exhibits about Pennsylvania oil country and early industrial in the Oil Creek Valley. The museum may be visited May thru October open Mon thru Sat 9a - 5p & Sun 10a - 5p, November thru April open Tue thru Sat 9a - 5p Sun 12p - 5p Closed on Mon, and also open on Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day. Price is: Adults $4.00, Senior Citizens (60+) $3.50, Youth (6-12) $2.00, Family (one household) $10.00, Children (5 and under) FREE, and Colonel Inc. Members FREE. For directions look for signs from this intersection MAP.
LOTS MORE COMING . . .
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Trails for Mercer County, PA
SHENANGO WALKING TRAIL - Big Bend Trail - This level walking path begins at an intersection just before a bridge north of Route 62, on Valley Road, where there is parking ample for 20 to 30 cars. The first leg of the journey follows the Shenango River north and east of what was formerly part of the Erie Canal, about 4 miles to New Hamburg. The trail path is gentle and fairly easy to navigate, with a few signs offering landmarks of history. From New Hamburg, the trail continues on to Kidd Mill Covered Bridge, however, this stretch is fairly difficult to voyage and should only be attempted by the experienced hiker. The trail starts accross from road from the Big Bend parking area at the intersection marked Big Bend on this MAP.
TROUT ISLAND TRAIL - PLANNED - This mostly level graveled trail will be under the supervision of the Mercer County Trails Association and will begin near the Mahaney Recreation Area and wind around the Shenango Dam are and then continue through the the Shenango River Reservoir area and will eventually direct a path toward the origin of the reservoir. There will be two Phases for the project including a 2.6 mile and 6 mile extensionss. The trail is being developed by the Mercer County Trails Association and can be contacted at 91 Jefferson Avenue, Sharon, PA 16146 or call 724-342-2520 for a brochure and/or information regarding the trails development.
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Parks & Lakes for Mercer County, PA
Get Moving to . . . Pennsylvania's Parks & Lakes
State Park Reservations Toll Free reservations in Pennsylvania's 116 state parks can be made for campsite, cabin, picnic pavilion or organized group tenting from 7am to 5pm Monday through Saturday up to 2 days through 11 months in advance. Moreover, general park information also is available and costs can be charged for campsites and other facilities. Campsite reservations can be made until noon the day of arrival. That number to make reservations, is: 888-727-2757.
Brandy Springs Park - coming soon
Buhl Farm - coming soon
Grove City Park - inside the Borough of Grove City offers a swimming pool, numerous picnicking pavilions, walk around duck feeding pond, several fenced in hard surface basketball courts, large playground area with several climbing jungles and swings, numerous baseball and softball fields, walk through flower garden, and many areas to walk. For directions MAP.
Maurice K Goddard State Park - Located in the northwest corner of the county, and only 5 minutes from I79, this State Park sports an 1,860-acre lake (Lake Wilhelm), becoming an angler's paradise. The large lake, abundant wetlands, old fields and mature forests provide a diversity of habitats that attracts wildlife in all seasons. Sporting Fishing, Picnicking, Hiking, 6 miles of Mountain Biking (12.5 including Creek Road highway as a loop), 1,155 acres of Hunting, Trapping, and dog training during prescribed season, and Cross-Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, and Ice Fishing for winter activities. Moreover, a 12.2 mile multiuse track is planned to begin soon. LINK HERE for complete information on History, Wildlife, Calendar, Recreation, and Access. For directions, CLICK HERE.
Oil Creek State Park - Located just outside the county in adjacent Venango County, is an area that contains the site of the world's first commercial oil well (Drake Well), where the story of the early petroleum industry, oil boom towns, oil wells, and early transportation, unfolds. A 9.5-mile paved bicycle trail through the scenic Oil Creek Gorge, or an excursion on the train, reveals several oil sites and the deep hollows, steep hillsides, and wetlands. The Oil Creek Valley is the site of the world's first commercial oil well in Titusville, and throughout the park surfaces the realization of the early life in Pennsylvania. LINK for complete History, Wildlife, Calendar, Recreation, and Access. There are many interests there including: Visitor Center/Train Station, Wildcat Hollow Outdoor Classroom, Bicycling, Hiking, Two Overnight Hike In Shelter Areas, Changes Through Time, Delzell Trail, Blood Farm Interpretive Trail, Petroleum Centre Walking Tour:, Canoeing, Fishing, Hunting, and Fishing. For directions MAP.
Pymatuning State Park - in nearby Crawford County, this is one of the largest state parks in our Commonwealth. The large lake provides excellent fishing throughout the year and is especially lovely in late spring evenings when the sunset gilds the water and colorful sailboats appear to slide across a lake of gold. Sporting Boating, Hiking, Camping, Picnicking, Swimming, and a host of other recreations, including Cabins, Boat Rentals, Environmental Education, and Natural areas. For directions MAP.
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