Scott Emigh
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06/23/2026
Small town chambers of commerce and tourism departments are working with budgets that wouldn't cover a single billboard in a major city. Meanwhile, they're trying to compete with destinations that have entire marketing teams.
The good news?
Small towns have something big destinations can't replicate - authenticity. Real stories, real people, and experiences you can't get from a chain restaurant or corporate hotel.
At Small Town Travel Guide, we help small towns get noticed by travelers who are tired of generic tourist traps and want to discover the real America.
We feature small town attractions, local businesses, and the stories that make communities special.
If you're involved with tourism or economic development in a small town, we'd love to help tell your story.
06/21/2026
Got to take my boy on his first boat ride yesterday out on Oologah. Caught some blues on the jugs, spent time with Grandma and Grandpa, swam on the beach, then went back to the ranch to grill and ride the four-wheeler.
Doesn’t matter if it’s a boat or an ATV, he never wants you to let off the throttle.
If you’re looking for a shaded, toddler-friendly, parent-friendly playground and splash pad in the Tulsa area, check out the 41st Street Plaza in River Parks Authority!
Located at 41st and Riverside Drive, the 41st Street Plaza features five unique splash pad areas and playground equipment for all ages, spread out beneath a mature ash tree that keeps everything shaded—plus a large sensory garden and turf berms for the parents to sit on.
There are shaded picnic tables, restrooms, and stunning river views, along with access to the River Parks trail system and the iconic 18-hole Riverside disc golf course.
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2500 S River City Park Rd
Sand Springs, OK
74063
