Golden Pond, KY – By popular demand The Homeplace has gathered their 1850’s recipes in to an easy to use book.
The Homeplace History and Receipt Book: History, Folklore, and Recipes from Life on an Upper Southern Farm a Decade before The Civil War serves as the first book published by Friends of Land Between The Lakes Publishing and all proceeds support the non-profit organization’s educational programs in Land Between The Lakes (LBL). «Read the rest of this article»
Land Between the Lakes’ Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Officially Opens
November 19, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area invites everyone to come out and experience the newly constructed Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail that runs parallel with US68/KY80, east and west between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake.
“We designed this family-friendly trail with smooth surfaces, gentle grades, and trailside rest areas,” stated Bill Ryan, Land Between The Lakes’ Trails Manager.
 One of ten rest areas along the Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail in Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area. (Photo by Bill Ryan)
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Land Between the Lakes extends Laser Light Music Shows Due to Popularity
September 22, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – Due to popular demand, the Laser Light Music Shows extended their run through December at the Golden Pond Planetarium in the Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area. During September and October, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, shows will run at 5:30pm and 7:00pm both days.
In November and December, shows only run at 5:30pm on Saturdays through December 22nd, the Saturday before Christmas. «Read the rest of this article»
6th Annual Elk and Bison Prairie Celebration at Land Between the Lakes September 15th, 2012
September 8, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – Celebrate the wonders of the Elk and Bison Prairie on Saturday, September 15th, from 10:00am to 4:00pm at the Golden Pond Visitor Center in Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area.
“Bring your family and friends out for this once-a-year opportunity to hear an elk bugle, learn how people used prairie plants and animals, and just enjoy a beautiful September day,” said Curtis Fowler, Range Technician at LBL. «Read the rest of this article»
Land Between the Lakes Honors Teachers with Free Admission to Several Facilities
September 1, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area invites teachers to “come outside and play” for free at several day-use facilities Saturday & Sunday, September 15th and 16th, 2012 in honor of Teacher Appreciation Weekend.
“This is a great opportunity for us and the “Friends of LBL” to say thank you to all the educators in our area for the time and energy they spend connecting their students with the great outdoors,” said Sharon Waltrip, Program Manager for Environmental Education at LBL. “We invite teachers to come out and discover all of the environmental education opportunities LBL offers.” «Read the rest of this article»
National Trails Day “America’s Largest Trailgating Party!” Celebration at Land Between the Lakes June 2nd
May 26, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – It’s time to slip on your hiking boots or grab your bike and get out on your favorite trails at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area to celebrate the 20th Annual National Trails Day on Saturday, June 2nd.
The theme for National Trails Day 2012 is America’s Largest Trailgating Party! National Trails Day is still America’s largest trail celebration and it is still going strong after 20 years! «Read the rest of this article»
Land Between the Lake’s New Projection Technology Wows Audiences
May 10, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – The world’s first full-dome, full-color digital planetarium with single lens projection, the MEDIAGLOBE II, arrived at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area just in time for the 2012 season.
“This compact, full-color dome projection system has thrilled our audiences since we installed it in March,” reported Ross Workman, the new Golden Pond Planetarium manager. He continued, “The projection range covers our entire dome with vibrant colors, sound, and action by using the ‘3D astronomical simulation’ function. It’s amazing!” «Read the rest of this article»
Experience Junior Explorer Day and Spring Break Week at Land Between the Lakes Nature Station
April 3, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – Looking for something to do with the children over spring break? Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area offers a variety of exciting events for all ages during Junior Explorer Day on Saturday, April 7th and Spring Break Week April 8th-13th at Nature Station.
Spring is a great time to visit Woodlands Nature Station (NS), located in the north end of LBL. «Read the rest of this article»
Land Between the Lakes Offers “Fort Henry 150th Anniversary Program and Walk”
January 23, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – Visit Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area to get outdoors and learn more about the American Civil War. LBL will again be offering the popular Fort Henry Anniversary Walk on Saturday, February 4th, from 12:30pm-4:00pm.
Come learn about the construction, the battle, and the legacy of Fort Henry during the event’s 150th Anniversary. «Read the rest of this article»
Land Between The Lakes Bison Auction Set
January 22, 2012 |
Golden Pond, KY – Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area has scheduled their annual Bison Auction for Saturday, January 28th, 2012.
The USDA Forest Service manages two herds of American Bison at LBL. Due to annual reproduction, there is a need to remove surplus bison from each herd. Thinning of the herd is necessary to sustain optimal habitat conditions and animal health.
 Bison at Land Between the Lakes.
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