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LBL Hosts a Birding Bonanza May 12th

Land Between the Lakes

Land Between the LakesGolden Pond, KY – Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area invites all bird lovers to Woodlands Nature Station for a Birding Bonanza on Saturday, May 12th.

Enjoy guided walks, learn to identify common birds, get tips on attracting birds to your backyard, build your own nest, go on a scavenger hunt, enjoy face to face encounters with Nature Station’s raptors, and more!

“If you like birds, Birding Bonanza is the day for you!” said Nature Station naturalist Carrie Szwed. “We will be celebrating International Migratory Bird Day, the annual holiday on the second Saturday of May that honors earth’s most amazing international travelers, the migratory birds.”

Join us at Nature Station for a variety of family friendly activities and programs focused on learning all about birds:

9:00am – Early Bird Walk

10:00am-4:00pm – Ongoing, Backyard Bird Scavenger Hunt

11:00am – Truly Talon-ted

1:00pm – Attracting Orioles

2:15pm – From Hummingbirds to Hawks: Backyard Birding for Kids

3:30pm – Home Tweet Home: Discover Birds’ Nests

All programs are free with Nature Station admission.  For the Early Bird Walk wear comfortable walking shoes and bring an extra layer for a cool spring morning.  Binoculars will be provided if you do not have your own.

Come Outside and Play at Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area.  Managed by the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Land Between The Lakes provides outdoor recreation and environmental education for the public to enjoy.

LBL encourages visitors to review the official website www.lbl.org often for Calendar of Events, updates on programs, policies, safety information, maps, and temporary trail and road closures. Additional LBL information can be found on our website or by calling 1.800.LBL.7077 or 270.924.2000.

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