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Elk & Bison Prairie 30th Anniversary Celebration
November 6, 2026 - Press Release from Land Between the Lakes
The Friends of Land Between the Lakes invites visitors to attend an Elk & Bison Prairie Celebration on November 14 in honor of the prairie's 30th anniversary. Free activities will occur at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area's Golden Pond Visitor Center from 12-5pm. The celebration will include talks about the history and science of the Elk and Bison Prairie, live LBL-native ... Read More...
Club Scout Day at Woodlands Nature Station
October 30, 2026 - Press Release from Land Between the Lakes
The Friends of Land Between the Lakes invites Cub Scout dens, packs, and families to the Woodlands Nature Station on November 7 from 10am-3pm for Cub Scout Day: Outdoor Skills. Cub Scouts of all levels—Lions through Arrow of Light—can complete all or most of the requirements for an outdoors-focused adventure at this event. By completing hands-on activities led by naturalists and ... Read More...
Wolves, Owls, and Bats, Oh My!
September 23, 2026 - Press Release from Land Between the Lakes
Land Between the Lakes, Ky. - September 23, 2026 The Woodlands Nature Station will host two wildlife-focused events during October. Wolf Week will celebrate Red Wolves during regular open hours October 3-11. On October 10, 6pm-9pm, Night at the Nature Station will welcome visitors to a unique after-hours event focused on nocturnal animals. During Wolf Week, visitors can see the Woodlands ... Read More...
Kids Adventure Weekend Explores Outdoor Skills at Woodlands Nature Station
August 26, 2026 - Press Release from Land Between the Lakes
The Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area will host Kids Adventure Weekend during Labor Day weekend, September 5-7. "This weekend is all about helping kids explore new outdoor skills through fun activities and programs," says naturalist Annabelle Barr, "Our hope is that these activities will help children to be more confident in their next outdoor ... Read More...
30th Annual Hummingbird Festival at the Woodlands Nature Station
July 23, 2026 - Press Release from Friends of LBL
The Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area will host their 30th annual Hummingbird Festival, Aug. 1-2, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Hummingbird lovers will delight in a natural spectacle as hundreds of ruby-throated hummingbirds visit the native gardens to fuel up for their migration south to Central America. The 30th anniversary of Hummingbird Fest is ... Read More...
Woodlands Nature Station Spring Break: LBL's Most Extreme Animals
March 30, 2026 - Press Release from Friends of LBL
The Woodlands Nature Station invites families to visit during spring break, April 4-12, for programs and activities all about Land Between the Lakes' most extreme animals. Each day, activities at the Woodlands Nature Station will focus on a different kind of "extreme", such as the fastest, strongest, or largest animals. "Spring break visitors can expect to meet live animals up close at LBL's ... Read More...
Woodlands Nature Station Hosts Girl Scout Day on March 21st
March 11, 2026 - Press Release from Friends of LBL
The Woodlands Nature Station invites scout troops and families to Girl Scout Day: Eco Scouts on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. During this event, Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, and Cadettes can meet the requirements for a nature-related badge through hands-on programs and activities led by naturalists and volunteers. "Scouts will discover how to treat outdoor spaces, wildlife, and ... Read More...
Bald Eagle Viewing Van Tours in Land Between the Lakes
January 21, 2026 - Lakin' It with Lydia
There’s something about spotting a bald eagle that makes everything else go quiet for a second. Even if you’ve lived near Land Between the Lakes for years (like I have), it still feels like a big deal every time. That’s exactly why I joined the Eagle Viewing Van Tour hosted by the Friends of Land Between the Lakes. This tour is designed to help you find eagles without disturbing them, ... Read More...
A New Year’s Day Walk Around Hematite Lake
December 29, 2025 - Lakin' It with Lydia
For many people in the Land Between the Lakes area, the new year doesn’t begin with noise or big resolutions. It starts outside — with cool air, quiet water, and the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other. Each New Year’s Day, locals gather for a guided hike around Hematite Lake, hosted by the Friends of Land Between the Lakes. It’s become a meaningful way to welcome the ... Read More...
Patti's Holiday Magic - Lights and Loin on Kentucky Lake
November 11, 2025 - Lakin' It with Lydia
There is no better way to kick off the holiday season than by visiting the most beautiful Christmas displays found right here in Grand Rivers on Kentucky Lake at Patti's 1880s Settlement. But first, you have to eat! Patti's is a true holiday tradition, and you can't visit without trying one of their delicious, comforting dishes. I went with the incredible Apple Delight Pork Loin. That savory ... Read More...