Local Travel Features
Woodlands Nature Station Celebrates the "Wonders of Wildlife" for Homeschool Day

April 20, 2023 - Press Release from LBL
The Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area will celebrate the “Wonders of Wildlife” during their 9th annual Homeschool Day on Friday, April 28 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Homeschool students will explore math, language, science, technology, and other STEM activities through the lens of wildlife ecology during this popular event. “Kids love animals. The hope ... Read More...
Wildlife Refuges Reopen in Land Between The Lakes

March 16, 2023 - Press Release from LBL
The USDA Forest Service at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area reopens its wildlife refuges to human entry after they were closed this winter to provide waterfowl, shorebirds, and bald eagles needed sanctuary. The reopened wildlife refuges include: • Bards, Duncan, Energy, Hematite, and Honker Lakes • Duncan, Rushing, and Smith Bays on Kentucky Lake • Fulton and Honker ... Read More...
Girl Scout Day Returns to Woodlands Nature Station

March 15, 2023 - From Friends of LBL
Woodlands Nature Station will host Girl Scout Day on Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. The event’s Camping theme will feature a guided hike, games, hands-on activities, and more to help Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, and Cadettes earn their Camper badge requirements. “We will be learning all about the adventures of camping and ... Read More...
Dr. Seuss Day to Be Held at Woodlands Nature Station

February 21, 2023 - From Friends of LBL
The Friends of Land Between the Lakes is excited to announce that the Woodlands Nature Station will be celebrating Dr. Seuss Day on Saturday, March 4 in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday earlier in the week. The day will feature multiple animal programs themed around several of Dr. Seuss’ books including Cat in the Hat and Green Eggs and Ham. March 1, 2023 marks opening day for the Nature ... Read More...
Turkey Quota Hunt Applications Available Online February 1-28

February 2, 2023 - Press Release from LBL
The USDA Forest Service announces spring turkey quota hunt applications for Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area are now available online through the end of February. The quota application system provides applicants the opportunity to hunt earlier in the season with less hunting pressure. Applications and detailed information about the hunts are available online: ... Read More...
Land Between the Lakes to Host Bison Auction

January 30, 2023 - Press Release from LBL
The USDA Forest Service announces a public bison auction to manage herd size at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area on Feb. 11 at the South Bison Range corral. Bidder registration and viewing begin at 8 a.m. before the auction starts at 9 a.m. Bison can be purchased with cash, credit card, or personal check at time of bid acceptance. The Forest Service will sell approximately 32 ... Read More...
Bald Eagle Tours Return to Land Between The Lakes

January 4, 2023 - From Friends of LBL
The Friends of Land Between the Lakes is excited to announce that the Woodlands Nature Station will host bald eagle viewing cruises and van tours for the public in January and February 2023. The eagle tours will give visitors a chance to view these majestic birds in their natural habitat within the Land Between the Lakes area. Kentucky Lake eagle viewing cruises will be offered January 14-16 ... Read More...
Land Between the Lakes Offers Free Cedar Christmas Trees

November 30, 2022 - Press Release from LBL
Free cedar Christmas tree permits and information including maps and cutting guidelines will be available Nov. 25-Dec. 24 on the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area website: www.landbetweenthelakes.us/reservations. Permits can only be obtained online. A permit entitles a family to cut one cedar tree between Nov. 25 and Dec. 24. Cedar trees may be cut anywhere in Land Between the ... Read More...
Land Between the Lakes Opens Additional Areas to Archery Deer Hunting

November 30, 2022 - Press Release from LBL
The USDA Forest Service will allow archery deer hunting in select areas of Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area (LBL) typically off-limits to hunting beginning Thursday for wildlife conservation and population management. Hunters can access the Southern Nature Watch Demonstration Area, Brandon Spring Group Center, and Energy Lake, Hillman Ferry, and Piney campgrounds Dec. 1 through ... Read More...
The Homeplace Celebrates an 1850s Christmas

November 17, 2022 - Press Release from Friends of LBL
Holiday sounds and smells will fill the air at the Homeplace 1850s Working Farm during its annual 1850s Christmas celebration on November 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families will experience the wonders of the season with an 1850’s twist, including holiday decorations and recipe collections, old time stories and caroling, a visit from Santa Claus, and more. Event activities include: -Make ... Read More...