Events

Aug 25

Tuesday Planetarium Events

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - various times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Pink Floyd - Dark Side at 5:30pm Pink Floyd - The Wall at 7pm

Contact: 270-924-2233

Aug 29

Saturday Planetarium Events

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - various times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser Retro - Best of the 80's at 5:30pm Laser Beatles at 7pm Laser Metallica at 8pm

Contact: 270-924-2233

Aug 29

Silent Sight

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 11:30am - 12pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

One of the rarest owls in Kentucky, barn owls once were quite common, but slowly started to disappear. Come up close and meet Ghost our resident barn owl, as we talk about her story and how we can help barn owls in Kentucky.

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 29

Crazy for Carrion

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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 our new (and very personable) turkey vulture that just loves dinner-time, and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 29

The Science of Hummingbirds

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Hummingbirds can flap their wings 80 times per second! Let's discover the amazing world of hummingbirds through hands-on and interactive activities and try to meet a few of our fast-paced flyers in the backyard!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 29

Meet the Birds

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 11am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Come meet our dominique chickens and cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farmyard. They could be anywhere on our farm today, busy eating bugs or laying eggs, but let's see if they'll come over and say hello.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Aug 29

Knitting

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 10am - 11am

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Join us on the farm for a cozy, hands-on fiber experience! Discover the art of knitting as we demonstrate basic techniques, share its rich historical significance, and explore how this timeless craft has connected communities for generations. Guests will have the opportunity to try knitting themselves and add a few stitches to our ongoing community washcloth project - or practice on a sample swatch designed just for beginners. Whether you're brand new to knitting or simply curious about its history, this interactive experience offers a warm, welcoming space to learn, create, and connect. Come stitch a row and become part of the story!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Aug 30

Peewee Predators

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 30

Sunday Funday: Red Wolves

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our endangered Red 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!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 30

Basket Making

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 10am - 11:30am

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

From egg baskets to picnic baskets, many different types of baskets were created by hand to help do the many jobs on the farm. Join us today to learn about the different kinds of baskets, their uses, and some tips for making your own at home.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Aug 30

Pigging Out

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 2pm - 3pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Come learn some fascinating facts about pigs and their place on an 1850's farm. Meet Pinky and Blake, our heritage breed pigs, we'll be telling you all about them while they enjoy a tasty treat.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Sep 5

Critter Scene Investigation

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Do you think you have what it takes to be a Critter Scene Investigator? Come hone your investigating skills by looking at different wildlife “critter scenes” and use the clues to discover who is responsible!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Axe Throwing

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Come out and play a kid-friendly game of Axe Throwing! Bring your A-game, compete with siblings and friends, and otherwise have a great time tossing these foam + Velcro projectiles. Fun for the whole family.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Trades Fair

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 10am - 3pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

This Labor Day weekend celebrate the hard labor and hand work skills of our ancestors. Visit this weekend with local traditional trades and craft people as they share their skills and knowledge of these lost folk arts. If you are interested in having a booth at the annual Trades Fair email: sshakleford@friendsoflbl.org Vendors: Bramble & Bee (Honey Products) Brent McKinney (Stone Cutter and Copper Jewelry) Caleb Coots (Saturday Only Live Music) Daily Bread Milling (Flour) Hoptown Foods (Food Truck) James Kneeling (Wood Carvings) Lee Family Farm & Petting Zoo (Saturday Only) Liz & the Amish (Baked Goods and Root Beer - Sunday Only) Pettygrew Grist Mill (Grits and Milling Demonstrations) Shades Ridge Farm (Goat Milk Soap) Tammy Trawick (Baked Goods) Tennessee River Artist Blacksmith Association (Blacksmithing Demonstrations)

Contact: 931-232-6457

Sep 5

Paw Paw Path Hike

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 10:30am - 12pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Join a naturalist for a beginner-friendly, 1 mile hike to learn foraging safety tips as well as general trail safety like how to identify poison ivy and what to do if you encounter a wild animal.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

DIY Animal Track Book Craft

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 11am - 1pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Can you identify what animal has been around from only its footprints? Join us and learn about animal tracks while crafting a booklet that can help you remember what certain tracks look like and can maybe even assist you out in the wild!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Kid vs. Wild

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 1pm - 2:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Hey kids! Learn some basic outdoor survival skills like building temporary shelters, what to pack in a survival kit, and more by trying some fun hands-on activities.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Campground Critters

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Campgrounds are one of the best places to spot wildlife! In this program, you’ll get the chance to meet a few critters that might wander into your campsite! Learn why campgrounds make a good home base for animals as well as what you can do as a responsible camper to keep them happy and healthy!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Sunset Kayak Trip

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Come along for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of one of Land Between the Lakes 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. $30 per person admission - reservation and full deposit required Participants must be 13+ years old

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 6

Bites, Stings & Venomous Things

Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 11:30am - 12:15pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Have you ever seen a snake? Now’s your chance. Meet our resident snakes as we learn the different types of snakes, we have here in LBL. You’ll get to learn how to identify a venomous snake and discover what role they play in the ecosystem. We’ll also discuss how to be safe around venomous and nonvenomous snakes when we’re outside.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 6

Lost in the Woods

Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 1pm - 2:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Navigation is an important part of any outdoor adventure. Join us as we learn the basics of reading a map and a compass, then test your new skills to try and find some secret clues hidden around the Nature Station! Can you use a map and compass to find your way, or will you end up lost in the woods?

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 6

Knot Tying Basics

Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 2pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Did you know knot tying is an important outdoor skill in camping, fishing, and so many more fun activities? Stop by and learn how to tie a variety of knots including the “clove hitch,” “slip knot,” and “bowline”, as well as how and where these knots can be used!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 6

Opossum at the Picnic

Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

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!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 6

Sunset Kayak Trip

Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Come along for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of one of Land Between the Lakes 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. $30 per person admission - reservation and full deposit required Participants must be 13+ years old

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 7

Bonfire Basics

Monday, September 7, 2026 - 11:30am - 12:15pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Are you an A-framer? Or do you prefer the log cabin? Join a naturalist and learn the basics of building a good bonfire! You’ll even get to practice building an edible model fire with some sweet treats. You won’t want to miss this; we just know this program will be on fire (not literally)!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 7

Campfire Cooking

Monday, September 7, 2026 - 1pm - 3pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

One of the most important camping skills is… cooking! Come and taste a few recipes demonstrated by one of our naturalists and receive the recipes to make them on your own! While supplies last.

Contact: 270-924-2020