Land Between The Lakes Events

Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see the bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!

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Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction.

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Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet Billie, our resident rescued opossum, and learn why you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!

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Turtles are so cool! Some can live over 100 years, some can grow over 200 pounds, and some are even nocturnal! Join us to meet turtles native to Land Between the Lakes and see what makes each one unique, and maybe even give them a pat on the shell!!

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Get an up-close look at one of the largest fish that lives in our rivers and lakes, the Gar! We'll give these giant fish some treats, and while they feast, you'll learn all about the Spotted Gar and other fishes of LBL.

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Don't snap at me! Let's feed some ancient, armored animals, our giant snapping turtles. We will learn about these Triassic tyranno-turtles and how they live in the lakes around us.

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Hey future paleontologists, step back into the past and learn about the dinosaurs, Ice Age animals, and Ancient sea creatures that made North America home. Join us for family-friendly activities, crafts, and educational programs about ancient life.

Activities include:

Prehistoric Puzzle
Ancient Armor
Make a Fossil! Field Guide
Ice Age Incredible!
Cretaceous Critters

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Hey kids! Search for clues of the past in the present-day backyard of the Nature Station. Answer the questions about ancient plants and animals to win a prehistoric prize!

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Hey Kids! Let's create a dinosaur fossil field guide to help you search for fossils outdoors, and start your journey in paleontology!

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Explore the animal kingdom 12,000 years ago, where saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, and vultures with a 26-foot wingspan roamed the earth! Then, we will go on a safari to discover these extinct animals' tinier cousins.

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The world of dinosaurs died out 69 million years ago, but a few things survived until today. Get up close with some creatures that made it through a really bad day in the Cretaceous.

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Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch, and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie!

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our vultures! Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

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Happy Father's Day! Help us celebrate Father's Day with our very own Father of the Year contest! Join us as we take a tour around the backyard, learning about the dads of the animal world. At the end of the tour, we will take a vote to see which of our animals is most deserving of the prestigious Father of the Year award! Great for the whole family. Dad jokes are encouraged throughout the program.

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Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see the bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!

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Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet Billie, our resident rescued opossum, and learn why you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Get an up-close look at one of the largest fish that lives in our rivers and lakes, the Gar! We'll give these giant fish some treats, and while they feast, you'll learn all about the Spotted Gar and other fishes of LBL.

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Think YOU have the dexterity to maneuver through the obstacles butterflies encounter during their migration? Test your skills on our very own Butterfly Migration Obstacle Course to see if you have what it takes to soar thousands of miles to achieve warmth and safety.

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Join a naturalist on a short hike through our prairie. We will search for butterflies, insects, and flowers and learn more about the unique prairie ecosystem!

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Explore the Nature Station backyard to find larger-than-life examples of some of the amazing butterflies and moths found right here in Kentucky! Grab a selfie with one of the critters and turn in your scavenger hunt to earn a fun prize!

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Come celebrate nature's creativity while we flutter about with this kid-friendly craft. We'll learn some fun facts about butterflies and moths as we get crafty!

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Are all butterflies brightly colored? Do moths only come out at night? Learn how to tell these similar creatures apart and learn about the unique species that break the rules!

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Crunchy, yet satisfying. Insects are a super important part of the food chain. Get an up-close look at some of the Nature Station Resident animals who love to eat bugs!

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Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch, and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie!

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Learn backyard butterflies by coloring your own butterfly field guide! When you're done, venture into the Nature Station backyard and see how many butterflies you can find!

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Want to attract more butterflies (and other pollinators)to your garden? Join a naturalist and learn some of the tips and tricks to keep your garden pollinator and wildlife friendly.

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Who would have thought spiders are NOT insects? Join a naturalist and meet some of our other crawling critters that often are mistaken for insects!

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Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see the bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet Billie, our resident rescued opossum, and learn why you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Turtles are so cool! Some can live over 100 years, some can grow over 200 pounds, and some are even nocturnal! Join us to meet turtles native to Land Between the Lakes and see what makes each one unique, and maybe even give them a pat on the shell!!

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Get an up-close look at one of the largest fish that lives in our rivers and lakes, the Gar! We'll give these giant fish some treats, and while they feast, you'll learn all about the Spotted Gar and other fishes of LBL.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Don't let their small stature fool you, these tiny predators are ferocious! From lightning-fast reflexes to silent ninja-like movement, these tiny terrors are some of the most fearsome predators around. Come and meet some of our smallest native predators and learn how size isn't everything!

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Let's go for a 1-mile hike on one of our favorite trails. As we stroll through the woods, along a field's edge, and to the lakeshore, we'll search for signs of wildlife and learn to identify several native trees.

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Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet Billie, our resident rescued opossum, up close and personal and learn why you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!

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Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch, and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie!

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our bobcat! Watch as he reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

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Who or what lurks beneath the waves? Join us as we "dive" beneath the surface of the lake and learn about some of the weird, strange, and even large creatures that live in Kentucky and Barkley lakes! You may be surprised by what we find!

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Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see the bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!

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Come face-to-face with our resident owls and hawks as our naturalists introduce these birds to you up close before bringing them into their night-time shelter!

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