Vacationland (Ohio)
The Vacationland region of
History
In the early part of the 20th century, cities along the Lake Erie shoreline, such as
summer cottages or vacation homes in the area, and people with access to boats sailed or fished in Lake Erie from this area. [3] During the 20th century, the area became more popular also with more blue-collar families, who began to see the region as an inexpensive and nearby place to spend their leisure time.[2][4]
The Sandusky River is designated as a "state scenic river", and some tourists travel it in canoes to see the best scenery, including covered bridges.
Attractions
The
Recognition
The area has been officially recognized as "Vacationland" since 1962 by the Miss Ohio beauty pageant, which allows it to elect a "Miss Vacationland" to compete in higher level contests. Jacquelyn Mayer, who won the title of the first "Miss Vacationland" in 1962, would go on to win Miss Ohio and ultimately Miss America that year.[7]
See also
References
- ^ "Lake Erie vacation ideas". Lake Erie Vacations.com. Retrieved 2014-11-04.
- ^ a b c "Ohio's Vacationland". Henry's Eclectic. Retrieved 2014-11-04.
- ^ "Ohio's Vacationland". Sandusky Library. 10 June 2010. Retrieved 2014-11-04.
- ^ "Vacationland". Lake Shore Rail Maps.com. Retrieved 2014-11-04.
- ^ "Sandusky, OH". Find Your Spot.com. Retrieved 2014-11-04.
- ^ "Lake Erie Vacationland Activities". Saw Mill Creek Resort.com. Retrieved 2014-11-04.
- ^ "Jackie Mayer". Sandusky Register. Retrieved 2012-11-26.
