Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area Special Programs August 1-14, 2010
For more information on these programs and other upcoming events, visit our online calendar at www.lbl.org/CALGate.asp or call 270-924-2000 or 800-525-7077
The Homeplace, Nature Station, and Golden Pond Planetarium (daytime shows) (All are open daily) Admission Fee: Ages 13 and up: $4 Ages 5-12: $2 Ages 4 and under: Free with parent
Elk & Bison Prairie (Open daily dawn ‘til dusk) Drive through wildlife viewing area. Admission Fee: $5 per vehicle
August 1-14 Planetarium Shows – Golden Pond Planetarium Daytime shows:Ages 13 & up $4; Ages 5-12: $2 Far Out Space Places – Mon.-Fri. at 10am and Sat. & Sun. at 4pm NEW Laser Show: Legends of Night Sky – Daily at 11am The Skies Above – Daily at 1pm Journey to the Edge of Space & Time – Daily at 2pm Two Small Pieces of Glass – Daily at 3pm
Laser Light Music Shows – Golden Pond Planetarium Evening shows: Tue., Aug. 3 7pm LaserSpirit 8:30pm LaserCountry All Ages: $5 Fri., Aug. 6 7pm LaserVinyl 8:30pm LaserBeatles All Ages: $6 Tue., Aug 10 7pm LaserMania 8:30pm Pink Floyd All Ages: $5 Fri., Aug.13 7pm LaserSpirit 8:30pm LaserOpolis All Ages: $6 Sat., Aug.14 7pm LaserPop 8:30pm LaserCountry All Ages: $10 See “Laser Shows”Tues., Fri., & every other Sat. at 7 or 8:30pm, doors open 30 min. before show times, don’t be late! For more information or Sat. reservations call 270-924-2154 or visit www.lbl.org. Schedule is subject to change.
Sunday, August 1 1-3pm Don’t Fence Me In* – HOMEPLACE Learn universal ways of using natural materials for building miniature fences, cribs, and cages. Children are encouraged to create. *Ideal for Home Educators.
3pm Nature's Calling: The Study of Scat – NATURE STATION Learning about animal droppings, or scat, is a great way to find out which animals have been roaming the woods, and what they like to eat. You'll hear a classic story, sing a few silly songs, and discover how to identify several kinds of animal scat so you can be an excellent wildlife tracker.
Tuesday, August 3 11:15am A Southern Wonder: Red Wolves – NATURE STATION Learn the story of one of the most incredible animals to inhabit the South and why they now face the threat of extinction. We’ll also discuss the difficult, but hopeful road to recovery for this species.
2:15pm Leave it to Beaver* – NATURE STATION The beaver is one of our most important wildlife species in LBL. It provides habitat for wood ducks, turtles, snakes, and fish. Learn about this unique creature and why it is always so busy! *Ideal for Home Educators.
Thursday, August 5 2:15pm Creature Feature: Red-Tailed Hawk – NATURE STATION Meet the Nature Station’s resident red-tailed hawk up close. Discover why the red-tail has become the most successful hawk in the Eastern United States.
Friday, August 6 – Sunday, August 8 HUMMINGBIRD WEEKEND – NATURE STATION Celebrate the amazing spectacle of these beautiful and beloved tiny birds with us this weekend. We’ll kick things off on Friday with a hands-on workshop for teachers and interested citizens who would like to contribute to backyard research projects about hummingbirds. On Friday evening, enjoy dinner in our backyard gardens while you watch the hummingbirds flit about among the flowers. The main festival activities take place Saturday and Sunday, as the annual Hummingbird Festival gets into full swing. For more information, go to www.lbl.org calendar page.
9am-3pm, Friday, August 6 Hummingbird Workshop – NATURE STATION $10 per person. Includes light snacks and workshop materials. Reservations and full deposits required. Limited to 24 participants. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Bring a lunch. Workshop is recommended for ages 13 and up.
6-8pm, Friday, August 6 Dinner with the Hummingbirds – NATURE STATION $15 per person. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space.
Saturday & Sunday, August 7 & 8 9am-4pm, Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. Hummingbird Festival* – NATURE STATION If you like hummingbirds - this is the place for you! Ruby-throated hummingbirds flock to the Nature Station in huge numbers during early August as they visit our flowers & feeders to fuel up for their amazing journey south. Join Bill Hilton, Jr., Operation RubyThroat, as he demonstrates hummingbird banding and discusses hummingbird migration and biology. Enjoy a variety of programs, demonstrations, and activities, as well as how we can help our feathered friends survive. *Ideal for Home Educators $3 children/$5 adults.
Saturday, August 7 1pm Spices, Herbs & Extracts – HOMEPLACE Spices, herbs and extracts have for centuries been of great value. From basic to exotic come learn what these plants look like, where they come from, and what are the many uses of these prized plants.
Sunday, August 8 1pm, 2:30pm A Walk with the Animals: The Homeplace Historic Breeds* – HOMEPLACE Enjoy a guided tour of the rare breed animals and learn about their histories and uses on the farm. *Ideal for Home Educators.
Tuesday, August 10 11:15am Roaming Nights in Shining Armor: Armadillos – NATURE STATION Do we actually have armadillos in LBL? Find out while learning some fun facts about this unique mammal.
2:15pm Creature Feature: Venomous Snakes – NATURE STATION We’ll teach you how to recognize native venomous snakes and how to share the outdoors safely with them.
Thursday, August 12 2:15pm Creature Feature: What in the World is a Whistle-Pig? – NATURE STATION You’ll have to come to this program and meet a real “whistle-pig” to find out what kind of animal it is.
Saturday, August 14 1pm Storytelling and More* – HOMEPLACE Since ancient times, the telling of stories passed on information, family history and folklore from one generation to another. The Homeplace staff will tell some tall tales this afternoon. *Ideal for Home Educators.
2:15pm Insect Safari* – NATURE STATION Let’s discover the miniature world of butterflies, beetles, and other insects. *Ideal for Home Educators
6-8:30pm Sunset Canoe Trip – Location TBA Enjoy the beauty of an LBL sunset as we paddle the waters of one of Lake Barkley’s scenic bays. We’ll search for wildlife that visit the lake at twilight such as osprey, herons, beavers, and songbirds. Beginners are welcome! $25 per canoe. Includes same day NS admission. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space and for meeting location. Weather permitting.
Land Between The Lakes Special Programs July 26-31, 2010 For more information on these programs and other upcoming events, visit our online calendar at www.lbl.org/CALGate.asp or call 270-924-2000 or 800-525-7077
The Homeplace, Nature Station, and Golden Pond Planetarium (daytime shows) (All are open daily) Admission Fee: Ages 13 and up: $4 Ages 5-12: $2 Ages 4 and under: Free with parent
Elk & Bison Prairie (Open daily dawn ‘til dusk) Drive through wildlife viewing area. Admission Fee: $5 per vehicle
July 26-31 Planetarium Shows – Golden Pond Planetarium Daytime shows:Ages 13 & up $4; Ages 5-12: $2 Far Out Space Places – Mon.-Fri. at 10am and Sat. & Sun. at 4pm NEW Laser Show: Legends of Night Sky – Daily at 11am The Skies Above – Daily at 1pm Journey to the Edge of Space & Time – Daily at 2pm Two Small Pieces of Glass – Daily at 3pm
Laser Light Music Shows – Golden Pond Planetarium Evening shows: Tue., July 27 7pm LaserU2 8:30pm LaserSpirit All Ages: $5 Fri., July 30 7pm LaserMagic 8:30pm The Wall All Ages: $6 Sat., July 31 7pm LaserSpirit 8:30pm LaserU2 All Ages: $10 See “Laser Shows”Tuesdays, Fridays, & every other Saturday at 7 or 8:30pm, doors open 30 min. before show times, don’t be late! For more information or Sat. reservations call 270-924-2154 or visit www.lbl.org. Schedule is subject to change.
Saturday & Sunday, July 31- August 1 10am-5pm Drag Boat Races – Pisgah Bay For more info, contact 800-732-0088 or www.kdba.net
Saturday, July 31 11:15am Storytime with Opossum – NATURE STATION 1-3pm Tomato-mania! – HOMEPLACE 3pm Hamming it Up with Honeybees!* – NATURE STATION
Coming up at LBL: Drag Boat Races - July 31 & Aug. 1 Hummingbird Weekend - Aug 6-8 Sunset Canoe Trip - Aug. 14 & 28 Summer Wildflower Excursion - Aug. 21
Annual Hummingbird Festival Returns to LBL's Woodlands Nature Station
GOLDEN POND, KY–Come out to Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area and witness the migration of the Ruby-throated hummingbird during the annual Hummingbird Festival Saturday & Sunday, August 7 & 8, at Woodlands Nature Station (NS). "Hummingbird migration in this area is at its peak in August,” said NS Interpreter Aviva Yasgur. “A large number of hummingbirds stop here on their journey south to Mexico and Central America. During this time, you can see up to 200 hummingbirds in a single day. The festival is an opportunity to be a part of this awesome event.” The main Hummingbird Festival events take place at the NS Saturday 9am-4pm and Sunday 10am-4pm. Admission to Hummingbird Festival 2010 is $5 ages 13 and up and $3 ages 5-12. Team up with NS staff to learn more about these amazing little birds and how you can help them survive their long migration. Highlights of the weekend include hummingbird banding demonstrations, a nature photography demonstration, a native plant sale, “hummingbird friendly” coffee sampling, activities and games for children, and live animal programs. Take-home information will be available about gardening, bird feeding, nature-friendly cleaning products, and more. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the stars of the weekend, the Ruby-throated hummingbirds. Bill Hilton Jr., Director of Hilton Pond Center of Piedmont Natural History and Operation RubyThroat, will give presentations throughout the day about the behavior and migration of the amazing Ruby-throated hummingbird. He also will give up close demonstrations on how leg bands are attached. Banding is a way of identifying and tracking individual birds. If a hummingbird is recaptured at another study site along its migration route, the leg band number is recorded and added to a database. Biologists can then look at all the data collected over the years for clues about the habits of these tiny birds and how to best meet their habitat needs. Visitors can attend Hilton’s ongoing demonstrations Saturday 9am-4pm and Sunday 10am-2pm.
Other weekend activities include two special programs on Friday, August 6, that require reservations and full deposits due to limited space. For complete information or reservations, contact 270-924-2020. The following is a complete list of NS activities for the weekend: Friday, August 6 Operation RubyThroat: GLOBE Hummingbird Project TrainingWorkshop 9am-3pm, $10 per person (includes light snacks) Dinner with the Hummingbirds 6-8pm, $15 per person (includes dinner and evening admission) Saturday, August 7 Hummingbird Banding Demonstrations~~Ongoing from 9am-4pm 10:30am Hummingbirds of the World 11:30am Live Owl Program 1pm Helpful Honeybees 2pm Lunchtime with Opossum 3pm Backyard Butterflies Sunday, August 8 Hummingbird Banding Demonstrations~~Ongoing from 10am-2pm 11:30am Migration Miracles 1pm Lunchtime with Groundhog 2:30pm Flight of the Monarch Butterfly 3:30pm Red Wolf Program
Land Between The Lakes is managed by the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, in partnership with “Friends of LBL,” to provide public lands outdoor recreation and environmental education. We encourage visitors to review our website at www.lbl.org each season, and throughout the season, for our Calendar of Events, updates on programs and policies, and temporary trail and road closures. Additional LBL information is also available on our website or by calling 1-800-LBL-7077 or 270-924-2000. You can find out more about “Friends of LBL” at www.friendsoflbl.org.
39th Annual Between the Rivers Homecoming Announced for August 8
GOLDEN POND, KY -- Former residents of the area now known as Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area will gather this summer on Sunday, August 8, at Fenton Special Events Area for their annual Homecoming. The 39th Annual Between the Rivers Homecoming celebrates former residents of the Trigg County, KY, portion of LBL. Fenton Special Events Area is located east of the Eggner Ferry Bridge on U.S. Highway 68/80. The yearly reunion at LBL is a chance for former Between the Rivers residents to visit and share stories. All former residents, relatives, and friends are invited. Those attending should bring food, beverages, lawn chairs, and any other picnic or recreation items they wish. Restrooms, picnic tables, grills, and drinking water are provided. Between the Rivers Homecomings are also planned for Stewart County, TN, at the Bison Range Picnic Area Sept. 4, and Lyon County, KY, Sept. 18,at the Star Camp Picnic Area. More information will be available for these events at a later date. For more information on the Trigg County Between the Rivers Homecoming, contact Mr. Wendell Wallace at 270-522-6721.
Lane and Width Restrictions on KY Lake Bridge into LBL
GOLDEN POND, KY – Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation is making visitors aware of lane and width restrictions on US 68/KY 80 Eggner's Ferry Bridge (over Kentucky Lake) beginning Monday, July 26, 2010. Traffic will be restricted to vehicles less than 7.5 feet in width. A marked truck detour will be set up to re-route large vehicles such as Motor Homes and vehicles pulling trailers. Visitors planning to use the western entrance into LBL should be aware that the bridge will be restricted to passenger vehicles and pick-up trucks only. According to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet officials, traffic across the bridge will be controlled by an automated traffic signal, which will make 5 minute delays likely. Delays of longer duration will also be possible during the construction. The 24-hour lane restriction is to allow a contractor to complete full depth deck repairs and install a deck overlay on the bridge. The work is expected to be completed within 60 days. LBL visitors pulling horse trailers heading to Wranglers Campground, hauling ATV’s to Turkey Bay Off-Highway Vehicle Area, and pulling boat trailers should be aware of this strict work zone lane restriction. Motorists pulling trailers or driving larger vehicles who would normally travel US 68/KY 80 eastbound into LBL, should consider using the northern or southern entrance to LBL as an alternate route. LBL Quota Deer Hunt Applications Available Online July 1 GOLDEN POND, KY – Applications for 2010 Quota Deer Hunts at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area may be submitted from July 1 through July 31 going online at www.LBL.org. The application fee will be $5. After applying, applicants can enter the website with their user name and password around mid-Augustto see if they were drawn. Deer harvested on LBL are bonus deer and do not count toward statewide bag limits. All quota hunt permits will be either-sex permits, and there is an LBL-wide one (1) antlered buck limit. Both adult and youth hunts will be available. The Youth Hunt is an either-sex hunt for hunters under age 16 in the Kentucky portion, and 6 through 16 years old in Tennessee. Youth hunters must possess a state-approved hunter safety card according to state regulations. Youth not required to have a hunter safety card must carry a signed verification form available on LBLs website. Each youth must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years old who meets hunter safety requirements.
Summer Nights Program Returns to Golden Pond Planetarium
GOLDEN POND, KY--The Summer Nights planetarium and astronomy program presented by “Friends of LBL” will begin June 12, 2010, at the Golden Pond Planetarium located at the Golden Pond Visitor Center in the Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area. The planetarium is open seven days a week March through December.
Summer Nights features a planetarium theater presentation starting at 8pm in the 40-foot dome planetarium. The presentation is followed by live viewing of the night sky (weather permitting) through the 12.5 inch, equatorially mounted, Newtonian telescope at the Golden Pond Observatory. The dome of the observatory will be opened up and members of the West Kentucky Amateur Astronomers (WKAA) club will be on hand to help guide visitors through the night sky.
WKAA member, Harold Meyers, invites the public to come out and enjoy Summer Nights. “We welcome everyone from beginners to experts; we want to give people the opportunity to see the moon, stars, planets, nebula, and other celestial objects in the clear night sky above LBL. In addition to pointing out objects through the observatory, our members will also provide additional telescopes for sky viewing.”
Summer Nights will be presented every other Saturday night starting June 12. The schedule for the summer season is as follows:
§ Far Out Space Places--June 12, August 7
§ Journey to the Edge of Space & Time--July 10
§ The Skies Above--June 26, August 21
§ Two Small Pieces of Glass--July 24
Shows begin at 8pm sharp; doors open at 7:30pm. No tickets will be sold after the show begins. Admission: $5 adults, $2 children 5-12, and free ages 4 and under. (Discount and fun cards are not accepted for this special program.) The Golden Pond Planetarium is located on The Trace (KY Highway 453) at the junction with US68/KY80 in LBL.
Wranglers Campground to Host 14th Annual Grand Jubilee & Primitive Rodeo
GOLDEN POND, KY–Visit Wranglers Campground at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area July 16-17, for the 14th Annual Grand Jubilee and Primitive Rodeo. Wranglers Campground is located 5 miles south of Golden Pond Visitor Center. The Jubilee is a celebration for all the horse lovers and trail riders who have made Wranglers Campground such a success during the past year. There will be children’s activities and a visit from Smokey Bear. Half-price camping will also be offered on Friday and Saturday. J-N Rodeo Company returns to Wranglers Campground with events beginning at 8pm. Enjoy exciting rodeo activities such as saddle-bronc and bareback riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing, break-away roping, and bull riding. “Primitive” refers to the informal atmosphere--Wranglers Campground does not have a permanent arena, so bring your own lawn chairs. Rodeo admission is $8 ages 13 and up; $5 ages 12 and under. “We invite people to come out, bring their family, and enjoy the festivities,” commented Jamey Thweatt, Wranglers Campground Assistant Manager. “This is a great opportunity for the surrounding communities to fuel their passion for horses and take advantage of an exciting event for both riders and spectators.”
LBL Quota Deer Hunt Application Deadline July 31
GOLDEN POND, KY -- Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area reminds hunters that July 31, the deadline for applications for 2010 quota deer hunts, is rapidly approaching. To submit a hunt application, go online to www.lbl.org and apply before July 31, 2010. You can revisit the LBL website in late August and use your login information and password to see if you were drawn and print your permit and maps. If you are not drawn, your updated preference point information will be displayed. Deer harvested on LBL are bonus deer and do not count toward statewide bag limits. All quota hunt permits will be either-sex permits. Also, there is an LBL-wide one (1) antlered buck limit. Habitat maps, and the LBL Recreation Map which shows the hunt areas, are available on the Internet at http://www.lbl.org/VCMaps.html. LBL Recreation Maps are also available for purchase at LBL facilities for $3.
LBL Examining Backcountry, Day-Use, and Lake Access Areas
GOLDEN POND, KY–Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area is in the process of examining backcountry camping and self-service lake access areas, scattered throughout LBL, to determine how these areas can best be managed for a sustainable future. Forest Service staff incorporated previous public input to draft proposed future actions for these sites. A list of tentative proposed actions is now available in order to gain public input and comments. The proposal is located on LBL’s website at www.lbl.org/LRMPProjects.html. Forest Protection Officer Janice Wilson explains, “Certain backcountry areas are underutilized, are not universally accessible, lack adequate parking, or don’t meet the needs of today’s users. During LBL’s Area Planning process, visitors voiced a desire for more swimming areas and modernized boat ramps. LBL will begin looking at these sites to decide where our resources can best be spent to maximize public use and recreational experiences.” LBL staff plans to work closely with the public throughout the entire project to determine what changes, if any, need to be made. Some areas may be renovated or re-purposed; some may receive additional amenities, others may receive less maintenance or be closed. Proposed changes could include a fee increase for annual backcountry camping permits from $20 to $30 and for three-day permits from $5 to $7; changes would take effect no earlier than March 2011. The project is currently in the preliminary stages, and no decisions have been made. LBL Recreation Program Manager Gary Hawkins said, “We want to work with the community to develop a plan to increase efficiency in our backcountry camping and lake access areas. Many of these areas were not planned for long-term sustainability and were simply set up in areas where roads ended in the lake. We need to examine current infrastructure, deterioration, and erosion at these sites to ensure that we are providing safe and sustainable recreational opportunities to our visitors. LBL welcomes public input and comments throughout the entire process. Please call Janice Wilson at 270-924-2034 or e-mail comments-southern-land-between-lakes@fs.fed.us. To be most useful, your comments should be received by September 6, 2010.
LBL Invites Comments on Draft Heritage Programmatic Agreement
GOLDEN POND, KY–Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area is developing a National Historic Preservation Act, Section 106 Programmatic Agreement (PA) to cover Kentucky and Tennessee. LBL is also concurrently developing a Heritage Implementation Plan (referred to as the Plan) to focus on Section 110 activities of the same Act. LBL invites review and comments from consulting parties and the public. All comments, which must be submitted in writing either by email or letter, must be received by August 1, 2010. The two documents and their appendices are available for download from the following website: http://www.lbl.org/LRMPPlanning.html. Please direct any questions or comments about the PA or the Plan to the Heritage Program Manager by emailing jwbennett@fs.fed.us, calling 270-924-2015, or by writing: Jamie Bennett, Heritage Program Manager, Land Between The Lakes NRA, 100 Van Morgan Drive, Golden Pond, KY 42211.
Laser Shows Return to Golden Pond Planetarium
GOLDEN POND, KY—A popular attraction is coming back to Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area. Laser Light Music Shows will be featured at the Golden Pond Planetarium beginning May 28, 2010. Daily at 11am visitors will be able to experience Greek mythology during a vibrant laser light show. LBL Planetarium manager Don Partain said, “Legends of the Night Sky is a great way to provide an educational experience for the entire family. Our entertaining characters and lively stories about Orion and Andromeda leave viewers wanting to learn more about astronomy.” For music lovers, LBL will offer Laser Light Music Shows Tuesdays ($5), Fridays ($6), and every other Saturday ($10) at 7 and 8:30pm. The shows contain laser lights synchronized to popular music ranging from country to pop. Featured artists include U2, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Garth Brooks, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, George Strait, The Beach Boys, Shania Twain, The Beatles, and many more. These state-of-the art shows are the same ones seen in music videos, concerts, and other planetariums. Laser Light Music Shows will fill the 40-foot dome Planetarium and bring some of your favorite music to life. Prior to each show, viewers will see short presentations provided by Laser Light Music Show sponsors. This will give visitors a glimpse of the many tourism opportunities in the region. Partain added, “Planetarium laser shows are a way to bridge education and entertainment by offering another exciting attraction for visitors and residents in our region. People who have never been to a planetarium may come to see a laser show and then decide to return to see one of our more traditional presentations.” Admission for daytime shows: $4 ages 13 and up, $2 ages 5-12, and free ages 4 and under. Group discounts are available. Seating is limited and doors open 30 minutes before show times, so don’t be late! Reservations may be made for the Saturday evening shows only, call 270-924-2154. For a complete schedule and more detailed information, visit www.lbl.org. Laser Light Music Shows are made possible in part by Cadiz-Trigg County Tourist Commission, Paris-Henry County Chamber of Commerce, and Grand Rivers Tourism Commission.
Land Between The Lakes Announces Summer Events
GOLDEN POND, KY – Looking for adventure this summer? Make plans to come outside and play at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area. Our 2010 summer activities will give you the opportunity to celebrate the simple pleasures of exploring, learning, and simply being outdoors in our beautiful, natural scenery.
As summer vacation planning gets underway, LBL invites visitors to pick up a 2010 LBL Summer Calendar at area hotels, visitor centers, LBL facilities, or on our website at www.lbl.org. Visitors can experience fun events for the whole family!
Start celebrating the summer at The Homeplace (HP) with the Pickin' Party Old Time Music Festival May 29-30. Live music, open mic, great food, and a festival atmosphere will bring the hollow to life with live music. Saturday, June 5, will be Children’s Day at the HP; in addition to games and activities throughout the farm, storyteller Cherri Coleman will be sharing her whimsical Mother Goose stories. The HP will also offer the traditional Independence Day Celebration on July 4, complete with a visit from Kentucky statesman Henry Clay.
The Woodlands Nature Station (NS) will kick off summer with River Days, May 29-31. This festivalgives families the opportunity to learn about animals that make lakes and rivers their homes, participate in fun activities, and even take excursions out on the water. The NS will be offering staff interpreter led canoe trips along the LBL shoreline throughout the summer. Cool and Crawly Critters Day, Saturday, July 10, will give kids the chance to get an up close look at bugs, snakes, turtles, and more. The ever popular Hummingbird Weekend, August 6-8, will feature ruby throated hummingbird programs, workshops, and even dinner with these vibrant creatures.
Celebrate the 2nd Annual National Get Outdoors Day June 12, with activities all over LBL and an Expo at the Golden Pond (GP) Visitor Center. Stop by the GP Planetarium anytime to cool off after spending a fun filled day in the sun. Laser Light Music Shows, featuring a variety of musical hits, will begin May 28. The Summer Nights planetarium and astronomy program will begin June 12. Both of these events will run throughout the summer season.
Wrap up summer at LBL with activities and a visit from Smokey Bear during Summer Finale September 3-6, at NS. The HP will host an 1850’s County Fair and Storytelling Festival September 4-5. LBL offers a variety of programs throughout the season that are ideal for families and home educators. For more information on these programs, visit the Calendar of Events at www.lbl.org. Load the RV or pack the tent, bring the bikes or fuel up the boat, and experience summer at LBL!
Summer Drag Boat Races Return to LBL
GOLDEN POND, KY – The Kentucky Drag Boat Association (KDBA) is inviting visitors to come to Kentucky Lake at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area and kick off the 2010 season. KDBA’s summer racing series will take place at Pisgah Bay on the north end of LBL. Spectators are invited to bring lawn chairs or ground blankets to Birmingham Ferry and enjoy an exciting day of racing. Racing events are scheduled for July 10-11, and July 31-August 1 from 10am to 5pm. Time trials will be held on Saturday and the final races will take place on Sunday. There is a spectator fee of $5 per person; children under 12 are free. The heart-pounding events feature blown-alcohol boats, hydros and jet-powered boats, and flat-bottom racers skimming the water at speeds exceeding 150 mph. "The KDBA summer drag boat races are a fun regional tradition," said Gary Hawkins, Recreation Program Specialist at LBL. "It is a great event for spectators and adds an exciting, high speed element to all the other great outdoor recreation opportunities around the LBL region." George Onnybecker, of the KDBA adds, "This year's event is going to be especially exciting because of our "10's for $10,000" event. Qualified participants in the 10 second category will have an opportunity to divvy up the largest purse in our history. We expect racers from all over the country to show up to compete for this prize." For more information contact KY Drag Boat Association by calling 1-800-732-0088 or visit www.kdba.net.
Did you know......
*How many iron furnaces were in LBL? 8 * Did you know the only Red Wolves found in the
state of Kentucky is at the Nature Station.
* How strong do you think an eagle is?
An eagle can crush 1,000 lbs of pressure per square inch.
* Did you know that an opossum is the only marsupial
(pouched mammal) in the United States, it can have up to 13 babies in ts pouch.
* Did you know that alligator snapping turtles
can grow up to 275 lbs.
* Did you know coyotes can now be found in 49 out of 50 states,
which state are they not found in? Hawaii.
* Fallow deer were introduced from Europe to LBL in 1918.
* Did you know the area around the Nature Station
was the site of one of the first National Widlife Refuges
(Kentucky Woodlands NWR), the
Nature Station's building used to be the refuge headquarters.
* Did you know that Honker Lake near the Nature Station
was one of the first sites in Kentucky where they
reintroduced beavers, osprey, and otters back into Kentucky.
* Did you know there are 42 different wildlife species at the Nature Station.
* Did you know that great horned owls are the number one predator of skunks
* Did you know that turkey vultures are one
of the few birds in the world that can smell.
* Did you know Woodlands Nature Station will have up to 200
hummingbirds a day during the summer. And every one
is the same species, ruby-throated hummingbirds
* When trying to impress a female, a male hummingbird
will flap his wings 200 times per second.
Hummingbirds normally flap their wings 50-80 times per second.
* A single little brown bat will eat 500 mosquitoes in a night .
Tourism Impact for 2007 – Cadiz, Ky.
Over $1.3 Million new dollars spent in Trigg County compared to the 2006 statistics.
The Kentucky Department of Travel released its annual report compiled by the Travel Industry Association in Washington, D.C. showing an increase of 6.5% Statewide which added $10.7 Billion to the Kentucky economy and a 6.6% increase in Trigg County for $1,303,228 added impact.
The total amount spent on Tourism in the Cadiz-Trigg County area was $19,801,734. “We know that travel and tourism are an essential part of Kentucky’s economy,” said Mike Cooper, Commissioner for the Department of Travel. “Money spent on tourism throughout the commonwealth circulates several times into the economy benefiting Kentucky communities through direct travel and in the service and retail sectors.”
“We have tried to make the Cadiz-Trigg County area a place to consider for vacations, day trips, and weekend get-a-ways,” says Tourism Executive Director, Bill Stevens. “Part of our efforts has been to create a new identity “Experience Life Naturally”, we hope visitors can recognize the vast potential of natural environments to explore and experience our hospitality”.
Cadiz-Trigg County recorded 237 employees working in tourism related business earning a total in payroll of $5,926,020. This shows an increase in payroll of $190,475.00 or 3.2% increase when compared to 2006.
What can we as businesses and individuals do to make our community a place that people love to visit and possibly make home?
First and foremost, keep your property clean and well-groomed. Whether it’s your business or your home, people will notice and love curb appeal.
Make an effort to speak to people that you meet. This may be their first visit to the area. First impressions really do speak volumes!
If someone asks you about things to do in the area, be informative! Tell visitors about Land Between the Lakes and Lake Barkley State Resort Park (both named as two of the top ten attractions in Western KY by The Lane Report). Also, tell them about shopping for antiques in our area and encourage them to visit the Janice Mason Art Museum. Share with them about your favorite place to eat in Trigg County. Be Friendly and Informed!
Explain to visitors about the Pigs on Parade (they’re sure to notice all the pigs!)
Direct visitors to the tourism offices which include the Log Cabin in downtown Cadiz and the 68 East location at the I-24 junction. They will find a lot of valuable information. Remember that visitors to our area help our local economy! Tourism is the number one draw to our area. Visitors spend money at our hotels and resorts. They eat in our restaurants, shop at our grocery stores, browse our antique mall, and spend money with our local merchants.
Last, but not least, think before YOU go out of town to shop! Chances are you CAN get almost everything you need right here in Cadiz and Trigg County. Think about the money you’ll save on gas (at $4.00 a gallon) by shopping at home. You’ll also support our local businesses, who depend on you, and support all of our local causes. Every dollar that is spent in Trigg County literally gets spent 7 times! That really adds up!
Why Cadiz and Trigg County?
Places of Interest:
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(1)Friendly People
(2)Very Picturesque
(3)Small town atmosphere
(4)Lower crime rate
(5)Great School System
(6)Lake Barkley
(7)Very caring and supportive community
(8)Conveniently located to major cities
(9)Quality health and emergency care available
(10)Dedicated volunteer fire departments and emergency personnel
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First and foremost, keep your property clean and well-groomed. Whether it’s your business or your home, people will notice and love curb appeal. 
Direct visitors to the tourism offices which include the Log Cabin in downtown Cadiz and the 68 East location at the I-24 junction. They will find a lot of valuable information. Remember that visitors to our area help our local economy! Tourism is the number one draw to our area. Visitors spend money at our hotels and resorts. They eat in our restaurants, shop at our grocery stores, browse our antique mall, and spend money with our local merchants. 
