Laughter is the best medicine, even when the joke is on Kentucky. People banter back and forth about who does what, making one another the brunt of the jest. Realistically, we should always take negative comments with a grain of salt. Some of these memes truly emphasize the humor in Kentuckian faux pas from the past, (and some are simply stereotypes.)
Here are 14 jokes about Kentucky that should make you giggle:
14. Colonel Sanders is legend... and people here LOVE his chicken recipe.
I love Kentucky and our people, but I still got a giggle out of some of the ridiculous opinions out there. Other states will always joke about Kentuckians, just as we sometimes jest about other states. Which of the above did you find amusing?
The hustle and bustle of city life isn’t for everyone. Some people thrive on a quieter and slower-paced life, and others dive headlong into the busyness. However, what if you could find a happy medium? For that, my friends, I am going to bring you to Bowling Green, Kentucky! It is one of the types of cities that is the perfect size, and you have plenty to do, but it won’t feel too big. These types of places are my personal favorites, so let's dive into what makes this one of the best cities in Kentucky.
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Every good, charming city has to have a good downtown, and that is one thing you are sure to love about Bowling Green. There are lots of sights, tastes, and unique attractions just waiting to be discovered by simply walking or driving around. Take a break on a sunny day in one of the parks to enjoy a gurgling fountain, or take a stroll down the inviting green spaces just waiting to be explored. Throughout the city, you will find lovely one-of-a-kind shops and must-eat restaurants, all nestled into the historical nature of this Kentucky city.
15 May 2019 Bowling Green Kentucky, USA. Garden center downtown with walkway Bowling Green
Perhaps one of my favorite parts of this city is its close proximity to Mammoth Cave National Park. You can easily take a drive up to the park to spend the day adventuring in this underground wonderland. There are multiple tours and ways to see the longest cave in the world, so you can even go back time and time again to experience something different every time.
Historic Entrance and Rain-Fed Waters. A location I’d read and seen from others in their images about this famous cave entrance in Mammoth Cave National Park. It was only in seeing it that I really began to appreciate the wonder of a place to not just be explored but also a subtleness of beauty. In most of my past national park travels, I’d walked amongst the mountains with the grand views seen. Here I had what amounted to a simple cave entrance but on the next day, I’d see a hint of what lied beyond the stairs to the image right…
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention another glorious cave even closer: The Lost River Cave. This unique cave trip takes guests on a boat ride underground on tours! Learn all about the cave, which is filled with fascinating history, from the hideout of Jess James to ancient hunting grounds. Above ground, there is also plenty to see and do, from a butterfly house to hiking trails.
If you are a car expert or have a casual interest in automobiles, then start your engines and head over to the National Corvette Museum. This Kentucky city isn’t the original home of this vehicle, but they built it best, so come and see the wide range of history centered around the Corvette. This fascinating museum has been recognized as one of the top attractions in the state, and for good reason. See how this sports car has changed over the years, walk through multiple pop culture appearances, and even check out a sinkhole exhibit showing an event that took place on the property years ago.
If you are not ready to take the plunge and move just yet, that is ok. If you want to visit the city and check it out, then I have a great home base to recommend it to you. The Raceway Cabin is the perfect place to hang your hat as you explore all there is to see and do in Bowling Green. The property is located minutes away from many of the attractions and is a unique stay within city limits. The pioneer look of the cabin is fitting in this part of the world, but inside, you will find plenty of up-to-date amenities, including cool features like an outdoor shower and a spiral staircase. Why visit the city in a boring hotel when you can rent out this Airbnb to really get the true Bowling Green experience?
Bowling Green Kentucky is a city that is neither too big nor too small but has the Goldilocks factor we all love. So dive into this city with both feet to see amazing urban parks, wonderful attractions, and cool sights. If you happen to be making your trip in the summer don’t forget the seasonally opened theme park that is a local favorite. Beech Bend has been open for decades and is a great family day trip when you visit Bowling Green.
As the decades pass here in Kentucky, many sounds become commonly heard throughout the state. As technology advances, the sounds of industry have changed and largely become much quieter, but the sounds of nature in the Bluegrass State remain the same. There’s one sound that belongs to Kentucky that we love to hear and we hope we get to hear it well into the future. It's been heard by our parents, grandparents, and ancestors for ages. It’s the sweet and beloved birdsong of the Kentucky Warbler.
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If you’ve ever been hiking in Kentucky, you’ve probably heard the Kentucky Warbler singing in the trees. If you’re a birder, I’m sure you’ve seen its lovely golden plumage and black “spectacles”.
While no bird is limited to one state, you can certainly find this bird throughout Kentucky and all over The South during the warmer months. During the winter, they fly away to Mexico and South America.
Kentucky Warblers tend to feed on or near the ground, feasting on arthropods like centipedes, beetles, ants, katydids, and several other species. Since arthropods are the most numerous species on earth, they’re in no danger of going hungry!
They can be hard to spot as they build their nests in dense undergrowth at the base of a shrub or on the lower branches of small trees. The best time to seek them out is early morning, especially in hardwood forests where light peeks through to the ground.
Despite its camouflage and ample food supply, the number of Kentucky Warblers has been declining over the years due to deforestation in the United States as well as Central and South America, which leaves less area for nesting and feeding.
Are you also fond of the birdsong of the Kentucky Warbler? Do you have any other favorite sounds of nature in Kentucky? Let us know about them in the comments. If you want to get outdoors and hear these birds in person, then lace up your boots, download your AllTrails+ app, and hit these wonderful hiking trails in Kentucky:
