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What's Happening in LBL

Land Between The Lakes features events throughout the year, especially during the spring, summer and fall seasons. During the winter months, LBL has eagle viewing tours, both on land and water, which are quite popular among wildlife-viewing enthusiasts.

Girl Scout Day

Mar 25, 2023 - 10am to 3pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Calling all Girl Scouts: Girl Scout Day and the Nature Station is Camp-tastic this year! Join us for family-friendly activities and programs specifically geared toward Daisy, Brownie, Junior, and Cadette badge and journey requirements for some of the Outdoor badges! Explore and learn more about how to have fun and be safe while enjoying the outdoors. There will be a variety of activities to do, so we recommend planning at least a 2-hour visit. Girls are encouraged to bring SWAPs to exchange with other scouts. Although the event is dedicated especially to Girl Scouts, all are welcome! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

If It Ain't Broke...

Mar 25, 2023 - 10am to Noon

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

If it IS broken, fix it! In the 1850s, farmers couldn't just pop into the store to replace things that had broken. Instead, many farmers knew enough woodworking techniques to be able to repair household items that needed some care. Join us on the farm as we work on repairing furniture using historic methods. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Getting Clean with 1850s Chemistry

Mar 25, 2023 - 1pm to 3pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Lye Soap was the all-purpose cleaner for early settlers. Learn how this simple receipt in chemistry kept britches and bed clothes clean in the 1850's. We are using a three-ingredient, cold process (requires no flame or external heat) to make our famous Homeplace Lye Soap. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Varnish & Finish

Mar 25, 2023 - 1pm to 3pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Ever wonder how wood goes from rough and raw to smooth and shiny? We'll let you try your hand at shining up your very own wooden toy. We'll even let you take it home! At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Sunday Funday: Bobcat Playtime

Mar 26, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

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! ally to Girl Scouts, all are welcome! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

'Possum P.I.

Mar 26, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Private investigator? Detective? Billie the opossum is on the case! Join this super sleuth with the super sniffer as she finds clues, goes through obstacles, and solves the case of the missing treats! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Sunday Brunch!

Mar 26, 2023 - 11am to 1pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

I can't think of a better excuse to fire up our period wood stove than cooking a big Sunday meal. Come visit with the cook, and take in the sounds and smells of home cooking while you learn about our farm. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Parade of Raptors

Mar 4, 2023 thru Mar 31, 2023 - Wed-Sun 4:30 to 4:50pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Come face-to-face with our resident owls and hawks as our staff introduces these birds to you up close before bringing them in to their night-time shelter! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Butterflies On My Mind Craft

Apr 1, 2023 - 1pm to 2pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Step 1: Create a random blob of paint.
Step 2: Use your imagination and creativity to create your own one-of-a-kind, butterfly painting!
At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Animal Con Artists

Apr 1, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

April Fools! Is this animal a hungry predator, or the wings of a moth? Is it a wasp, or a striped fly? Come learn how these animal con-artists use camouflage and mimicry to fool humans and other animals! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Wild & Wooly: Sheep Shearing

Apr 1, 2023 - 10:30am to Noon

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

After a long year of growing their wool to keep warm in the winter, our sheep are ready for a haircut. Gary Lawson, a professional sheep shearer, will be here to demonstrate the age old skill of hand shearing. Come by and see our sheep in their new haircuts for the warmer months to come! We will also be demonstrating different tasks to take wool to usable yarn. Great spring day to learn a lot about wool. Gary will be shearing sheep into the afternoon. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Creep n' Crawl Nature Hike

Apr 2, 2023 - 1:30 to 2:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Join a naturalist for a one-mile hike around the Nature Station to see what might be creeping or crawling in the path, under logs and rocks, or in the dirt. You'll learn why these creatures are uniquely important to the forest underground and how they do some of the most important dirty jobs around. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Sunday Funday: Turkey Playtime

Apr 2, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our turkeys! 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! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Turtle Playtime

Apr 2, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

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 several turtles native to Land Between the Lakes and see what makes each one unique! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Try Dyeing or Die Trying

Apr 2, 2023 - 1pm to 3pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Life in the 1850s was pretty drab, but their clothing didn't have to be! Bright colors were fashionable for clothing and textiles and many of the colors they used were sourced from naturally occurring dyes. Come out to the Homeplace to learn how homesteaders would use the resources around them to add a bit of color to their wardrobes. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

River Monsters

Apr 3, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Who or what lurks beneath the waves? You'll learn about some of the largest turtles in Land Between the Lakes from the comforts of our indoor theater! Find out what makes these lake dwellers such good fishermen and how to identify them in the wild. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Let's Get Snappy

Apr 3, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Come face to face with some of the largest turtles in Land Between the Lakes - the Alligator Snapping Turtle and Common Snapping Turtle. Find out what makes these lake dwellers such good fishermen and how to identify them in the wild. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Life in a Log

Apr 4, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

What lives in a log? Let's find out! Join a naturalist to learn all about what critters live on the forest floor. You'll even crack open a log and see what may be hiding inside! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Lynx of the Lake

Apr 5, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Think bobcats only live in trees? Think again! Meet the feline that spends time patrolling the lakeshore for fish and other delicious finds. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Carp Catastrophe

Apr 5, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Join a naturalist to play a fishy game about one of the most perilous invasive species there is. There may even be a... carp catastrophe! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Going NUTS!

Apr 6, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a... squirrel? How much do you know about our most common squirrel, the flying squirrel? Come meet our tiny high-flyer up close, and see if YOU could survive as a squirrel! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Frog Oragami

Apr 7, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Join a naturalist to learn how to make your very own jumping paper frog! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Goodies for Groundhog

Apr 8, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Watch Clover, Nature Station's resident groundhog, enjoy some of her favorite treats during chow time! While we enjoy watching her munch on lunch, we'll learn about groundhogs and how they survive as one of nature's best burrowers! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Moles, Voles and Others in Holes

Apr 8, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

What's burrowing under the surface of the earth? Join a naturalist in the comfort of our indoor theater to learn all about the creatures that dig tunnels, make dens, and call the subterranean home! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Spring Break: Where The Wild Things Are

Apr 1, 2023 thru Apr 8, 2023 - 10am to 5pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Hey parents and grandparents! Looking for fun activities to do during your children's Spring Break? Come down to the Nature Station and join us for a week's worth of wonderful programming! This spring, we're talking all about habitats. Learn about why animals use certain areas over others, what different habitats have to offer, traits and features that make it possible for animals to live where they do, and so much more! Plus, don't forget about our daily animal encounters at 3:30pm and Parade of Raptors at 4:30pm. Bring a picnic lunch, go for a nature hike while you’re here, and make a day of it! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Spring Break Week at the Homeplace

Apr 1, 2023 thru Apr 8, 2023 - 10am to 4pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Visit the Homeplace for your Spring Break adventures! Join us throughout the week as we demonstrate daily some of our favorite farm traditions including, blacksmithing, food, tools and crafts.

11am-1pm - Blacksmithing
It's Hammer time at the 1850's farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge.

11am-1pm - Bread and Butter
Food is fun and there is nothing more wonderful that the smell of bread and taste of homemade butter.

2 - 3pm - Woodworking
Wood is found all over the farm, from the benches in the breezeway, to the spoons in the kitchen they were all made on the farm, visit the Tool Barn to see the tools of the trade and what project we are working on now.

2 - 3pm Crafting on the Farm
Visit the Double Pen House and make your very own craft to take home. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Blacksmithing

Apr 1, 2023 thru Apr 8, 2023 - Daily 11am to 1pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

It's Hammer time at the 1850's farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Daily during Spring Break Week. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Bread & Butter

Apr 1, 2023 thru Apr 8, 2023 - Daily 11am to 1pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Food is fun and there is nothing more wonderful that the smell of bread and taste of homemade butter. Daily during Spring Break Week. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Crafting on the Farm

Apr 1, 2023 thru Apr 8, 2023 - Daily 2pm to 3pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Visit the Double Pen House and make your very own craft to take home. Daily during Spring Break Week. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Woodworking

Apr 1, 2023 thru Apr 8, 2023 - Daily 2pm to 3pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Wood is found all over the farm, from the benches in the breezeway, to the spoons in the kitchen they were all made on the farm, visit the Tool Barn to see the tools of the trade and what project we are working on now. Daily during Spring Break Week. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Those Sneaky Rabbits Are At It Again

Apr 8, 2023 - 10 to 11:30am

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Join us in a scavenger hunt. Look all around the farm and see what you can learn about rabbits! You might even figure out why it's some crazy bunny delivering the eggs and not our lovely chickens. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Hot Cross Buns

Apr 8, 2023 - 1pm to 3pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Break your fast and your diet at the Homeplace this Saturday with some sweet and spicy Hot Cross Buns! At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Egg-speriments

Apr 9, 2023 - 1:30 to 2:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Join us for an EGG-citing time! We'll explore the fascinating natural fortress that is the humble egg. We'll talk about a few different kinds of animal eggs, then we'll use household materials to design some ways to protect an egg from the dreaded gravity! After we've done some egg-celent science, we'll give a few Nature Station critters with a treat they'll be egg-static for! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Sunday Funday: Animal Egg Hunt

Apr 9, 2023 - 3:30 to 4:15pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

The Nature Station's animals are going on an egg hunt! Join our Sunday Funday program with a twist... it's sure to be egg-stra fun! We'll hide eggs in the enclosures of our animals and watch as they use their amazing sense of smell to search out the hidden eggs! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Bunny Playtime

Apr 9, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our resident rabbit! 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! You'll even get to pet him and see how much he loves chin scritches! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Weaving

Apr 9, 2023 - Noon to 2pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Watch how early homesteaders turned a tangle of threads into lasting works of practical art. Bed coverlets, clothing, sacks, even wagon covers were created on the farm loom. Weavers became highly skilled, creating unique family patterns and museum quality pieces that have been handed down for generations. Come on out and learn how to weave hands on by adding a few threads to our community weaving project. You will be able to say you have helped make a piece of the Homeplace! At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Master of Disguise

Apr 11, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Is it a moth or an owl? A caterpillar or snake? Come find out! Join us as we meet some of our resident tricksters and discuss how animals use mimicry in the wild to stay safe from predators or fool their prey. This is a homeschool feature program for Homeschool Month. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Vulture Culture

Apr 15, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at these birds that are crazy for carrion and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Spring Wild Edibles Hike

Apr 15, 2023 - 11:30am to 12:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Spring is an excellent time to learn more about wild edibles! Participants will have the chance to learn how to identify several common spring edibles on a one-mile guided hike. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Bobcat Boogie

Apr 16, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

You're not the only one who likes to have fun! Come meet Nature Station's resident wildcat Barkley! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and check out how our bobcat reacts when we give him a new toy to play with! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Sunday Funday: Wolf Playtime

Apr 16, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our wolves! 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! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

The Ins and Outs of Cast Iron Cookware

Apr 15, 2023 thru Apr 16, 2023 - 10 to 11:30am

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Since their industrialization in the 1700s, cast iron skillets, pots, and Dutch ovens have become beloved pieces of Americana. When it comes to cast iron history, care, and use, the Homeplace has you covered. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Cooking with Cast Iron

Apr 15, 2023 thru Apr 16, 2023 - 11am to 12:30pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Since their industrialization in the 1700s, cast iron skillets, pots, and Dutch ovens have become beloved pieces of Americana. When it comes to cast iron history, care, and use, the Homeplace has you covered. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Wildflower Wonder

Apr 22, 2023 - 11:30am to 1:00pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Wildflowers are at their peak this time of year in LBL. Enjoy a 2-mile guided hike around Hematite Lake in search of wildflowers and wildlife. We will explore woods and marshes while discussing wildflower identification, and ecology. Meet at Hematite Lake Trailhead. Program free to LBL visitors. Wear comfortable hiking shoes.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Nature's Ninjas

Apr 22, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Did you know animals are the original ninjas? Come along as we meet some ninjas of the natural world! You'll learn ninja moves like the snapping turtle "sneak attack snap" and get to show off some ninja moves of your own! This program is a homeschool feature program for Homeschool Month. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Earth Day Sunset Kayak Trip - Honker Lake

Apr 22, 2023 - 5:30 to 8pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Join us for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of one of Lake Barkley's scenic bays. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife such as osprey, eagles, beavers, egrets, frogs, and songbirds. Enjoy a feast for the eyes and ears as the sun dips below the trees and nature's evening chorus comes to life.

$25 per person to use one of our kayaks; $20 per person if you bring your own kayak.
Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space - Registration and Full Deposit Required Participants must be age 13 or above Cost does not include Nature Station admission

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Earth Day Seed Exchange

Apr 22, 2023 - 10 to 11:30am

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Come celebrate Earth Day with us at our annual seed exchange. Bring your veggie, fruit and gourd seeds to exchange with others. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Homeplace Tree Trek

Apr 22, 2023 - 12:30 to 2:00pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Welcome one and all to a big new adventure at the Homeplace! It's a trail tour featuring the trees common throughout the farm, and Land Between the Lakes. Come for the marvelous view of our champion oak, a peaceful walk along a scenic path, or just to brush up on your dendrology! At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

PeeWee Predators

Apr 23, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

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! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Sunday Funday: Turtle Playtime

Apr 23, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our turtles! 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! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Seed Bombs Away!

Apr 23, 2023 - 10 to 11:30am

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

To prepare for our Earth Day seed giveaway, we're making native seed bombs. Visit today to learn how to make your own and where to get the best seeds for the project. At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Sunday Picnic

Apr 23, 2023 - 10am to Noon

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Join us on the farm today for some Picnic Fun! I'll be doing my part by preparing some recipes in our kitchen, but today is really about spending time with the people you love, making new friends and enjoying the great outdoors. Pack your own picnic lunch, and head to the Homeplace for some old-fashioned fun! At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

The Awesome Opossum

Apr 4, 2023 thru Apr 25, 2023 - Tuesdays 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet Billie, our resident rescued opossum, up close and personal and learn about how you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Bites for Bobcat

Mar 4, 2023 thru Apr 26, 2023 - Wednesdays 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

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

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Dinnertime for Bald Eagles

Mar 4, 2023 thru Apr 27, 2023 - Thursdays 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Get an up-close look at Nature Station's resident bald eagles, Dohi and Taha as they enjoy their dinner. While they feast, you'll learn all about the bald eagles of LBL. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Red Wolf Treat Time

Mar 4, 2023 thru Apr 28, 2023 - Fridays 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with our red wolves, 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 At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Homeschool Day: The Wonders of Wildlife!

Apr 28, 2023 - 10am to 3pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Hey homeschoolers! Discover the wonders of wildlife as you explore through STEAM activities the ecology, biodiversity, and importance of our native wildlife. Hands-on activities, led by naturalists and wildlife experts will not only be fun, but will also enhance your students' knowledge and understanding of the natural world. All ages welcome. Full schedule will be available by April 1, 2023. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

The Buzz on Native Gardening

Apr 29, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Interested in planting your own native garden or attracting native bees, butterflies, or bluebirds? Join one of our naturalists on a walkthrough of the Nature Station's native gardens to learn some tricks of the trade and why native gardening is so important to local biodiversity. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Animal Avengers

Apr 29, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Move over, Captain America and Ironman! We have our own superheroes that we would love to teach you about. Come join one of our naturalists as they highlight a few animal avengers that call the Nature Station home! Learn about the powers of these animals, the adaptations in their arsenal, and why they are so important to the world around them. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Weaving

Apr 29, 2023 - Noon to 2pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

Watch how early homesteaders turned a tangle of threads into lasting works of practical art. Bed coverlets, clothing, sacks, even wagon covers were created on the farm loom. Weavers became highly skilled, creating unique family patterns and museum quality pieces that have been handed down for generations. Come on out and learn how to weave hands on by adding a few threads to our community weaving project. You will be able to say you have helped make a piece of the Homeplace! At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Totally Turtles!

Apr 10, 2023 thru Apr 30, 2023 - Mondays 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

It's time for the ultimate showdown! Are you a dog or cat person? Will you pick a side? Join a naturalist and learn the amazing capabilities of each species that make them amazing predators. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Incredible Insects

Apr 30, 2023 - 11:30am to Noon

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Did you know that a cockroach can live for three weeks without its head? Insects possess some incredible and interesting survival skills! Crawl on into the Nature Station to learn more about the fascinating world of insects and meet some live examples up close. At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Sunday Funday: Groundhog Playtime

Apr 30, 2023 - 3:30 to 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our groundhog! Watch as she 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! At Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

For More Information: 270-924-2299

Goodnight, Farm!

Mar 7, 2023 thru Apr 30, 2023 - Daily 4:00pm

Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover

We start our evening chores with the adorable Parade of Chickens, featuring our beloved Scissors the Hen. It's a Homeplace Tradition! Then we say goodnight to the young whippersnappers on the farm, our pigs. Finally, you can help us herd our sheep to the front of the farm... well actually, they already know the way. It's a sheep's world, and we're just living in it. Get up close and personal with the real stars of the farm, our ANIMALS! At the Homeplace 1850s in Land Between The Lakes. Admission fees apply.

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EXPLORE

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

Have you ever wondered how our modern spacecraft can navigate quickly and accurately to Earth orbit and beyond? Find out in EXPLORE, the lavish 2017 full dome production from Creative Planet. It's the story of humanity's fascination with the stars - from ancient stargazers and astrologers to the breakthrough discoveries of Nicolaus Copernicus and Johannes Kepler. Today's explorers depend on Kepler's genius for their work in space. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.

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Hot & Energetic Universe

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

This exciting documentary-style show features the use of immersive visualizations and real images to present the amazing achievements of modern astronomy, advanced terrestrial and orbital observatories, the basic principles of electromagnetic radiation and the natural phenomena related to the high energy astrophysics. These dynamic areas of study play a key role in the important work required to understand our universe. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.

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From Earth to the Universe

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

This is staff favorite. Very broad in scope, the show begins with some brief history of how we have progressed in our understanding of the universe. In the past one hundred years we have grown exponentially and with the aid of the tech industry we are now able to observe aspects of the universe for the first time. Next, we enjoy a nice trip through the solar system - and beyond. We have lots of enthusiasm for the deep space concepts and many of our visitors and patrons agree. Deep space is infinitely interesting. With stunning visuals and a top-notch narration, it is easy to see why this show quickly became a favorite. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.

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Firefall

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

Some of this debris collides with the Earth daily and is harmless. Some of the other objects may also collide with us, but we surely hope not. But we know it has happened before as you will learn in the show. Dedicated nightly searches are carried out around the globe using the most sophisticated instruments and computer software to detect Near Earth Objects (NEOs). A collision with a large comet or asteroid has the potential to destroy an entire civilization and change the course of history. Just ask the dinosaurs. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Earth, Moon & Sun

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center created Earth, Moon & Sun to help children explore the relationship between our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. Children are helped in their exploration by Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral traditions. Native American stories woven throughout the show illustrate how we have long sought to understand our planet and the skies above us. In this show, Coyote proves to be an amusing guide because he has so many misconceptions about space. Coyote's confusion brings scientific facts to light and helps students think about how Earth, Moon, and Sun work together as a system. Students learn why the Sun rises and sets and the basics of fusion and solar energy. They examine the Moon's orbit, craters, phases, and eclipses. The show also describes past and future space travel to our Moon and beyond. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Traveling With Light

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

Traveling with Light presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. The Sun is the closest star to Earth and generates the energy that provides the light and heat necessary for life. Nevertheless, the Sun is not the only source of natural light. Fire has accompanied the Earth since its inception and has played a very important role in the evolution of the human being, so much so that its discovery by primitive societies changed their way of life. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Discover the Stars

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

On a clear, dark night, most of us, at one time or another, have gazed upon the stars and wondered about all those tiny points of light. Many of us are able to identify different patterns and constellations in the stars. But, what are those tiny points of light? This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.

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Laser Legends of the Night Sky

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

Children and adults will enjoy this animated laser show where Aesop the owl will lead you on a light-hearted look at the Greek mythology associated with some of the constellations. This includes the stories behind the mighty warrior Perseus; the beautiful princess Andromeda; Cetus, the terrible sea monster, Scorpio the scorpion; and Orion the hunter. A non-laser full-dome version of this show is also available. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.

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Habitat Earth

Mar 1, 2023 thru May 31, 2023 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL

Living networks connect and support life forms large and small - from colonies of tiny microbes and populations of massive whales to ever-expanding human societies. In the California Academy of Sciences' latest original planetarium show, Habitat Earth, discover what it means to live in today's connected world. Through stunning visualizations of the natural world, dive below the ocean's surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in kelp forest ecosystems, travel beneath the forest floor to see how Earth's tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive, and journey to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.

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