| They say the family that plays together stays | | | | play on jet skis or wave runners, parasail, or snorkel in |
| together. Why not gather your extended family and | | | | the crystalline waters of Broken Bow Lake. Because |
| head to McCurtain County, Oklahoma for a fun-filled | | | | the lake is surrounded by forest-covered mountains, |
| family reunion. One of the best deals for family | | | | the water is extremely clear, making it a wonderful |
| reunions, the area around Broken Bow Lake and | | | | spot for scuba diving. Those who want a more |
| Beavers Bend State Park has something to offer | | | | relaxing experience can try their hand at fishing for |
| everyone, from those who love the great outdoors to | | | | crappie, trout, largemouth bass, or channel catfish. Of |
| those who prefer shopping and fine dining. | | | | course, McCurtain County offers the best rainbow and |
| Located in the breathtaking Kiamichi Mountains of | | | | brown trout fishing in the the the south-central US. |
| southeastern Oklahoma, and only a short drive from | | | | If water's not your thing, don't worry. There are plenty |
| Dallas/Fort Worth, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and | | | | of other things to do. You can take advantage of the |
| Shreveport, McCurtain County offers the family | | | | deep, surrounding forests, complete with 100-foot tall |
| reunion adventure of a lifetime. | | | | ancient pines. It's the perfect place to have a |
| Be sure to invite all your relatives, because there is | | | | scavenger hunt as one of your family reunion activities. |
| plenty of space for everyone. Beavers Bend | | | | Wildlife abounds, and if you go hiking on one of the |
| Lakeview Lodge has 40 rooms each with a | | | | many trails, you might see eagles, deer, squirrels, |
| million-dollar view, sits high above Broken Bow Lake. | | | | raccoons, and perhaps even a black bear. If you don't |
| Beavers Bend Resort Park has 47 cabins located in | | | | like to hike, climb into a saddle and see the forest from |
| wood groves overlooking the Mountain Fork River. | | | | horseback. Several outfitters in the area offer trail |
| The cabins can sleep from two to six people and | | | | rides for every kind of rider, from the beginner to the |
| come equipped with kitchen/dining utensils, stove, | | | | advanced. . If you would like to bring your own horse, |
| refrigerator, linens, and central heat and air. Most cabins | | | | some cabins have equine facilities, so you can pack a |
| have fireplaces. None have telephones or televisions. | | | | picnic lunch in your saddlebags and ride to your heart's |
| PETS ARE WELCOME. The area offers many types | | | | content. |
| of lodging, from rustic cabins to elegantly appointed log | | | | Golfers can try nearby Cedar Creek Golf Course, |
| homes and affordable cabins nestled in the pines. | | | | chosen by Golf Digest as the Best Municipal Golf |
| Some of the larger ones sleep up to 20 people, | | | | Course in the state of Oklahoma. With its small green, |
| making for a family-sized slumber party, shared chats | | | | the 16th hole, surrounded almost entirely by water, is |
| over breakfast, or for telling family stories in front of | | | | considered one of the most difficult in Oklahoma. |
| the fireplace. The cabins have a range of amenities, | | | | For those who do not enjoy the outdoors, there are |
| including covered porches for watching the wildlife, hot | | | | plenty of other things to do. Gift shops and antique |
| tubs, barbecue grills, fire pits, satellite television, DVD | | | | stores in the nearby towns of Broken Bow and |
| players, and stocked fish ponds. Some allow pets, but | | | | Hochatown carry handmade quilts, beaded Indian |
| it is always best to call ahead to verify your pets' | | | | jewelry, primitive crafts, and more. Many area |
| welcome. | | | | restaurants offer fine dining. |
| Beavers Bend State Park's pavilion is a great place for | | | | History buffs can check out the Museum of the Red |
| large families to gather, cook out and share photos, a | | | | River, which houses one of the most comprehensive |
| luncheon, genealogy notes, or just spend time catching | | | | Native American collections found anywhere. While |
| up. For groups of up to 50 people, the nearby Heritage | | | | there, see the interpretive exhibits exploring prehistoric, |
| Center has indoor meeting rooms available. | | | | historic, and contemporary native cultures of North and |
| For those who enjoy the outdoors, a plethora of | | | | South America and a gigantic, 90-million-year-old |
| activities awaits. Swim, fish, canoe, kayak, paddleboat, | | | | dinosaur skeleton. |