Winter Nature Watch Opportunities in Land Between The Lakes
January 10, 2012
Golden Pond, KY – Got the winter blues? Embrace the season by joining us for one of the many wildlife-viewing van tours offered at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area. During January, February, and March, there are multiple guided tours offering outdoor enthusiasts a chance to witness some of nature’s greatest moments. Registration is required for all tours, and space is limited. Please call 270.924.2020, weekdays from 8:00am-4:30pm, to learn more about each tour and make your reservation.
Our ongoing Nature Watch tour series highlights many birds that call this area home during the winter. During these tours, you may see everything from pelicans to pintails! [Read more]
Tennessee’s Award Winning Scenic Byways Offer Great View of Autumn Colors
October 17, 2010
Survey Shows 70% of Americans Planning at Least One Autumn Road Trip
Nashville, TN – As people across the United States make plans for autumn road trips, the Tennessee Department of Transportation is reminding motorists that Tennessee’s award winning Scenic Byways offer some of the best views in the south. Tennessee has five nationally designated Scenic Byways, the Cherohala Skyway, East Tennessee Crossing, Natchez Trace Parkway, Woodlands Trace and Great River Road.
“Tennessee’s scenic byways travel through some of the state’s most unique and beautiful locations,” said TDOT Chief of Environment and Planning Joe Carpenter. “We are pleased to partner with local communities and byways groups to give travelers the opportunity to explore Tennessee’s natural beauty through our five National Scenic Byways.” [Read more]
Lane and Width Restrictions on KY Lake Bridge into LBL
July 20, 2010
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 26th, 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. [Read more]
LBL 2009-10 field trip grants available
March 6, 2009
LBL (Land Between the Lakes) educational field trip grant applications for the 2009-2010 school year are being accepted now through April 30. The program is available to Kentucky and Tennessee public school districts within 100 miles of Land Between the Lakes and grants cover the cost of transportation, admission fees, program costs and dorm expenses.
Grants awards are based on matching funds, the number of students and LBL programs in which the school participates. These programs are geared for the K-12 student population and meet curriculum guidelines in science, social studies and the arts/humanities. The USDA Forest Service sponsors the program in conjunction with Friends of Land Between the Lakes amd Murray State University Center for Environmental Studies.
For more information, visit the follow website: www.friendsoflbl.org or call 270-924-2038.
LBL is managed by the US Forest Service and the US Department of Agriculture, working with Friends of Land Between the Lakes.
