The Cherokee Trading Post is a classic type of old school souvenir shop. Located along I-40 near El Reno, it's got a long history, Route 66 proximity and a classic road trip "must stop" pedigree. These days it includes a gas station and restaurant but the main draw for me was the Oklahoma souvenirs.
So, as I've done several times before, it was time to pick the Top 5 Things For Sale at this roadside icon. Of course, these aren't the priciest items or the flashiest but each stood out for having a unique Oklahoma charm. So let's get started:
5. Oklahoma Sour Sidekicks (featuring Bigfoot)
Not enough is made of Oklahoma's resident woodland denizen. Sure, his official status is "urban legend" and his personal appearances tend to be exclusively in blurry photographs, but there are plenty of folks who not only swear that he's real but that he also lives in Oklahoma. With that, a bag of Bigfoot Sour Sidekicks makes a perfect road trip snack.
4. Twirl-A-Rope
Let's face it, doing lasso tricks is hard. Unless you're Will Rogers or Steve Martin, it's going to take a fair amount of time to get good. The other alternative is to stop by here and pick up a "Twirl-A-Rope." Depending on your skill level, you can choose "The Dogie" or "The Cowboy." Yee-haw!
3. Pet Tornado
Sure the Pet Rock was a great concept but let's face it, it didn't really do anything. But now you have a new pet...a pet tornado. Just shake it and watch it do its thing. Believe me, you'll be the calmest tornado witness in Oklahoma. It's nice to be in control for once.
2. Oklahoma Toothpick Holder
The best kind of souvenir is the kind that's functional. That way it doesn't just rot away in your junk drawer, it actually serves a purpose in your everyday life and reminds you of that place you went to that time. You also gotta eat, right? Anyway, long story short: here's an Oklahoma Toothpick Holder.
1. Oklahoma Christmas Tree Ornament
Why not bring a little Oklahoma pride into the "most wonderful time of the year"? The 46th state can be the 1st Christmas decoration that adorns your yearly yuletide celebration. I like the idea of ornaments that have a specific meaning as opposed to generic holly or garlands. And there's no interpretation necessary with this beauty.
So the next time you need a little more Sooner State in your life, you know what to do.
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