Thu., Jul. 31 2pm Creature Feature: Screech Owl Imagine surviving on your own in the wild if you were only 8 inches tall and weighed a quarter of a pound! Welcome to the world of the screech owl! Meet our resident screech owl and see how such a small fry can be a big winner in nature. Program free with NS admission. Fri. - Sun., Aug. 1-3 HUMMINGBIRD WEEKEND Fri., Aug. 1 8:30am-2:30pm Operation RubyThroat: GLOBE Hummingbird Project Training Workshop Do you watch for the first hummingbird of the season, grow plants that attract hummingbirds, or just like to watch hummingbirds at your feeders? Then the Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) workshop is for you! Be a part of this exciting hummingbird study program that lets you use your hummingbird observations to assist in hummingbird research. Bill Hilton, Jr., of Operation RubyThroat, will teach you how to become certified to collect data about hummingbirds and share it with scientists, students, and other people across the GLOBE network. Workshop is recommended for ages 13 years and up. $10 per person. Includes light snacks and workshop materials. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Bring a sack lunch. Fri., Aug. 1 6-8pm Dinner with the Hummingbirds Have you ever dined out while surrounded by dozens of hummingbirds? Join Bill Hilton, Jr., Director of Hilton Pond Center for Piedmont Natural History and Operation RubyThroat, as he demonstrates the process of banding hummingbirds. Also, enjoy a tasty catered dinner as you relax amidst the backyard gardens and watch these flying jewels have a feeding frenzy of their own. $15 per person. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Sat. and Sun., Aug. 2 & 3 9am-4:30pm on Sat. 10am-3pm on Sun. Hummingbird Festival If you like hummingbirds, then Nature Station is the place for you this weekend! Ruby-throated hummingbirds flock to the Nature Station in huge numbers during early August as they visit our flowers and feeders to fuel up for their amazing journey south. Join Bill Hilton, Jr., of Operation RubyThroat, as he demonstrates hummingbird banding and discusses hummingbird migration and biology. Enjoy a variety of programs, demonstrations, and activities focused on hummingbirds and other backyard wildlife and how you can help them in your own backyard. And of course, delight in watching more hummingbirds in one place than you can even count! *Ideal for Home Educators. $3/$5. Please call 270-924-2020 for more detailed information. Tue., Aug. 5 2pm Let's Get Snappy! Did you know that Kentucky Lake is home to a type of turtle that can weigh over 200 pounds? Visit the Nature Station as we take a closer look at our resident alligator snapping turtle, and its smaller cousin the common snapper, while they enjoy chow time. Program free with NS admission. Thu., Aug. 7 10:30am Storytime with Owl Bring the little ones for this unique storytime program! Your kids will love to explore the world of owls as we read a story about an owl and then meet a live owl up-close. We will also make an owl craft your kids can take home. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Aug. 9 7-8:30am Breakfast with the Hummingbirds Rise and shine hummingbird fans! Spend the morning with some great breakfast company, the hummingbirds! Enjoy a continental breakfast while we watch our tiny friends have a feeding frenzy of their own. Then sit back for a slide presentation about the lives of hummingbirds. $3/$5. Includes same day NS admission. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Sat., Aug. 9 10:30am, 1:30pm, & 3:30pm Smokey Bear's Birthday Wish Smokey Bear a happy 64th birthday as he makes special appearances on his birthday at the Nature Station. Bring the kids and your camera for some great photo opportunities with Smokey. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Aug. 10 1:30pm Back from the Brink Did you know the bald eagle was removed from the endangered species list last year? Join this tour featuring critters that have journeyed "back from the brink" of extinction, such as the bald eagle, white-tailed deer, red wolves, and more. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Tue., Aug. 12 2pm Truly Talon-ted Enjoy face-to-face encounters with the master hunters of the bird world, the raptors! By meeting several species of owls and a hawk, you'll see first-hand how these birds use stealth, speed, and superior senses to rule the skies. Program free with NS admission. Thu., Aug. 14 2pm Creature Feature: Bobcat Get a look at one of our most secretive animals, the bobcat! About 200 roam the woods of LBL, but they are rarely seen. Learn about the habits of this elusive feline as you enjoy a close look at our resident bobcat. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Aug. 16 1:30pm Climate Change Right Here at Home Is it hot out here or is it just me? We have all heard about how climate change affects wildlife in the Arctic, but what about wildlife right here at home? Sit back in the cool comforts of our theater and find out how rising temperatures are affecting our local wildlife during this informative presentation. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Aug. 17 1:30pm Flight of the Hummingbird Catch up with the hummingbirds as they make their migration to Central America. Join us for an indoor presentation about how these tiny fliers survive such a big journey and how we can help them. Then spend some time viewing these "ruby gems" as they buzz around the backyard. Program free with NS admission. Tue., Aug. 19 2pm Tales of Scales Get up-close and personal with reptiles and amphibians such as snakes, salamanders, and turtles. We'll introduce you to several "ambassadors" from the cold-blooded world as we explore the fascinating ways these slimy and scaly critters survive. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Thu., Aug. 21 2pm Creature Feature: Red-Tailed Hawk Meet the Nature Station's resident hawk, the red-tail. Discover why the red-tail has become the most successful hawk in the Eastern United States. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Aug. 23 1:30pm New to the Neighborhood: Wildlife on the Move What was that? I've never seen that before! Armadillos, coyotes, and pelicans are becoming more common to Land Between The Lakes. Get the scoop on these and other critters that are "new to the neighborhood" during this presentation. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Aug. 23 5:30-8pm Sunset Canoe Trip Enjoy the beauty of an LBL sunset as we paddle the waters of one of Lake Barkley's scenic bays. We'll search for wildlife visiting the lake at twilight such as osprey, herons, beavers, and songbirds. Beginners are welcome! $25 per canoe. Includes same day NS admission. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Sun., Aug. 24 1:30pm Slithery Snakes Snakes - they make some people smile and give others the shakes. But how well do you know them beyond their scaly skin? Meet several of our resident snakes up close as we explore their unusual lives and their creepy reputations. Program free with NS admission. Tue., Aug. 26 2pm Pocket Full o'Possum Visit with the Nature Station's resident opossum while she enjoys chow time. Discover more about this unusual mammal that carries its babies in its pouch, "plays 'possum," and loves to eat persimmons! Program free with NS admission. Thu., Aug. 28 2pm Creature Feature: Red Wolf The endangered red wolf - is it on the road to recovery? Take advantage of this opportunity to get a good look at this elusive predator. We will share the story of how our native southeastern wolf is fighting back from the brink of extinction. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Aug. 30 - Mon., Sep. 1 Summer Finale Spend a fun-filled weekend enjoying a slew of summertime activities with the Nature Station and The Homeplace. Join the Nature Station for some wet 'n' wild nature games, canoeing on the lake, making s'mores over a campfire, and more! Visit The Homeplace for storytelling, an old-fashioned traveling medicine show, and children's leisure activities from the 19th century. Let's make the most of the last official weekend of summer. Sat., Aug. 30 Throughout the Day Smokey Bear Smokey will be making appearances throughout the day. Bring the kids to meet Smokey and pose for some great pictures! Program free with NS admission. Sat., Aug. 30 1:30pm Wet & Wacky Games Learn about pond animals as we play some active water games with a nature twist. Make sure you are dressed to get wet. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Aug. 30 3pm Watermelon Feast Enjoy mouth-watering slices of watermelon on the last weekend of summer. When you finish, we'll test our seed-spitting skills. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Aug. 30 5:30-8pm Sunset Canoe Trip Enjoy the beauty of an LBL sunset as we paddle the waters of one of Lake Barkley's scenic bays. We'll search for wildlife visiting the lake at twilight such as osprey, herons, beavers, and songbirds. Beginners are welcome! $25 per canoe. Includes same day NS admission. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Sun., Aug. 31 11am-1pm Kids' Craft We're hauling out our arts and crafts supplies, so stop by anytime between 11am and 1pm to get creative with us! We'll make a simple beaver craft you can take home. No artistic talent is required. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Aug. 31 1-3:30pm Pond Prowl What lives in a pond besides fish? Let's find out! We'll use nets and magnifiers to explore a pond and search for critters like crayfish, dragonflies, turtles, and tadpoles. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet and muddy. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Limited to first 30 people. Register at NS front desk that day. Sun., Aug. 31 1:30pm Build a Beaver Find out how busy little beavers are uniquely adapted to living in freshwater wetlands. We'll make use of group volunteers as we build an imaginary beaver and discover how this animal plays an important role in the ecosystem. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Aug. 31 7-9pm Kids Campfire Bring your chairs and blankets and join us around the fire. We invite you to bring the kids for an evening filled with stories, s'mores, songs, and skits. We might get a little loud hooting and howling before the night is out! $2/$3. Evening program only. Limited to 50 participants. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Check-in will be from 6:30-6:50pm. Mon., Sep. 1 11am Puppet Playhouse Hey kids! We're going on a puppet show safari in our theater to see what kinds of animals we will meet. Join us as our wild friends teach us how to take care of ponds and respect the animals that live there. Program free with NS admission. Mon., Sep. 1 1:30pm Totally Turtles - Turtles are fascinating! We'll take a look at some of LBL's more common and unusual species. At feeding time, we'll get a closer look at two of the largest species found in this region, the common and alligator snapping turtles. Program free with NS admission. Mon., Sept. 1 11am Puppet Playhouse Hey kids! We're going on a puppet show safari in our theater to see what kinds of animals we will meet. Join us as our wild friends teach us how to take care of ponds and respect the animals that live there. Program free with NS admission. Mon., Sept. 1 1:30pm Totally Turtles Turtles are fascinating! We'll take a look at some of LBL's more common and unusual species. At feeding time, we'll get a closer look at two of the largest species found in this region, the common and alligator snapping turtles. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Sept. 6 1:30pm Bye, Bye Birdie! Bird Walk As autumn and colder weather approaches, many of the birds that spend the summer here are getting ready to depart for more southern locales. Join us at the Nature Station as we search for osprey, hummingbirds, warblers, and other soon-to-be-southern birds. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Sept. 6 5-7:30pm Sunset Canoe Trip Enjoy the beauty of an LBL sunset as we paddle the waters of one of Lake Barkley's scenic bays. We'll search for wildlife visiting the lake at twilight such as osprey, herons, beavers, and songbirds. Beginners are welcome! $25 per canoe. Includes same day NS admission. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Sun., Sept. 7 1:30pm Spider Safari Let's take a closer look at the world of spiders! These voracious insect-eaters come in a fascinating variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. We'll show some spiders up close and then go on a backyard search as we learn how to look for and identify spiders. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Sept. 13 1-3:30pm Beginners' Orienteering Have you always wanted to learn how to use a compass? Or teach your kids how to use one? Bring the whole family for a fun afternoon of learning the basics skills of orienteering with hands-on instruction, a beginner-level course to try, and a final challenge using a map and compass to find a hidden prize. $4 per person. Includes same day NS admission. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits are required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Sat., Sept. 14 1:30pm A Talk About Ticks It's still tick season at LBL, so stop by the Nature Station to learn about the biology of ticks, the diseases they transmit, how to avoid being bitten, and more. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Sept. 20 1:30pm Bugle Boys The male elk are making a big ruckus showing off to impress the girls. Before visiting the Elk & Bison Prairie, join us for this presentation as we highlight the fascinating variety of behaviors that you can observe during the elk rut season. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Sept. 21 Ongoing from 11am-1pm Animal Tracks Kids Craft It's fun to search for animal tracks to try to figure out which critters have been active in the woods. Bring the kids to make their own animal tracks guides that they can take with them on their adventures. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Sept. 21 2pm Animal Signs Hike Join the Nature Station staff on a 1-mile hike through the woods and to the lakeshore to discover animal signs. We will look for tracks, homes, and other evidence that the animals left. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Thurs., Sept. 25 2:30pm Monarch Butterfly Tagging Get up-close and personal with monarch butterflies and be part of a monarch research program by helping us capture, tag, and release these winged wonders. We'll visit several spots in LBL to search for these insects as they make their amazing migration to Mexico. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Reservations are required because space is limited. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Sat., Sept. 27 1pm Conservation Heroes Explore the lives of some of America's most famous and not-so-famous conservationists and naturalists. We will focus on people such as John James Audubon, Rachel Carson, and John Muir. Admission is free for NPLD. Sat., Sept. 27 2:30pm Monarch Butterfly Tagging Get up-close and personal with monarch butterflies and be part of a monarch research program by helping us capture, tag, and release these winged wonders. We'll visit several spots in LBL to search for these insects as they make their amazing migration to Mexico. *Ideal for Home Educators. Admission is free for NPLD. Reservations are required because space is limited. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Sun., Sept. 28 1pm Monarch Mysteries Did you know that monarch butterflies travel 50 miles per day? They also spend the winter in the mountains of Mexico, clustered by the millions. We will follow the fascinating life cycle of the amazing insect during this presentation. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Sept. 28 2:30pm Monarch Butterfly Tagging Get up-close and personal with monarch butterflies and be part of a monarch research program by helping us capture, tag, and release these winged wonders. We'll visit several spots in LBL to search for these insects as they make their amazing migration to Mexico. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Reservations are required because space is limited. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Tues., Sept. 30 2:30pm Monarch Butterfly Tagging Get up-close and personal with monarch butterflies and be part of a monarch research program by helping us capture, tag, and release these winged wonders. We'll visit several spots in LBL to search for these insects as they make their amazing migration to Mexico. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Reservations are required because space is limited. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Thurs., Oct. 2 2pm Tales of Scales Get up close and personal with reptiles and amphibians such as snakes, salamanders, and turtles. We'll introduce you to several "ambassadors" from the cold-blooded world. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Sat. & Sun., Oct. 4 & 5 2pm AUTUMN NATURE CELBRATION The fields and roadsides are blooming with yellow, orange, and purple. The trees are bearing their juicy fruits. Birds and butterflies are winging their way south on their annual migrations. Come out to enjoy programs, craft activities, hikes, folklore, an evening campfire, and more! Join us for any of the programs listed below, or enjoy this wonderful season on your own. Sat., Oct. 4 Throughout the Day Visit with Smokey Bear! Smokey will be making appearances throughout the day. Bring the kids to meet Smokey. It's your chance to take some great photos! Sat., Oct. 4 11am-3pm Honeybees and Honey with Beekeeper Annie Broyles Join local beekeeper Annie Broyles as she discusses the busy world of bees, how they make honey, and the life of a beekeeper. Annie will also have honey to taste and purchase (provided the summer weather has been good to the bees). Program free with NS admission. Sat., Oct. 4 12pm Birds of Prey Booking It South Late autumn is a time when many birds of prey migrate from their summer breeding grounds in the north to their winter havens in the warmer south. Meet a few of our birds of prey while we discuss why and how some raptors make these impressive journeys. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Oct. 4 1-4pm Winter Weather Lore Will it be a cold or warm, snowy or dry winter? Learn to read the signs in nature that our ancestors used to predict the coming winter. Read the signs for yourself and then make your winter 2008-2009 prediction. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Oct. 4 1pm A Bountiful Walk Ever wonder if that bright red berry growing on a wild plant is edible? There are wild nuts, fruits, and seeds hanging everywhere. During this 1-mile guided walk, we will discover which plants bear fruits and nuts and if they are eaten by people or animals. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Oct. 4 Ongoing from 2-4pm Make a Feeder for Your Winter Wild Birds Stop by this ongoing activity station to make a bird feeder out of natural and recycled materials to take home for your yard. The birds that visit your yard in the hard times of winter, such as cardinals, woodpeckers, and chickadees, will thank you! Program free with NS admission. Sat., Oct. 4 6-8pm Campfire Tales Let's gather 'round the campfire for some good old-fashioned marshmallow roasting and storytelling! From 6:00-6:30pm, stroll through the Nature Station and visit with the animals before dark. Then have a seat 'round the fire to enjoy family-friendly tales from storyteller Letitia Usher of the Blue Apple Players Children's Theater Company. Bring a flashlight and blankets or lawn chairs for your comfort. $3/$4.50. Evening program only. Reservations are required. Call 270-924-2020 to make reservations. Check-ins begins at 5:45pm. Sun., Oct. 5 2:30pm Life on the Forest Floor Often we overlook the great diversity of critters just below our feet, between the roots and under the leaves. Learn about venomous mammals, colorful amphibians, and clever insects as we look at the forest floor. Program free with NS admission. Tues., Oct. 7 2pm Recycling Relays Let's have some fun as we celebrate the great earth-friendly practice of recycling! Learn what you can do at home, at school, and at work to get more involved in recycling. Then go outside with us to compete in a fun Recycling Relay. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Thurs., Oct. 9 2pm Creature Feature: Bald Eagle When it comes to our national symbol, bald is beautiful! Get the inside scoop on the status of bald eagles and tips on viewing them in the wild as we visit with our resident eagle during chow time. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Oct. 11 1:30pm Be an Outdoors-Kid Hike We're going for a 1-mile hike to learn some basic outdoor skills. We will learn how to tell which way is north, tie simple knots, identify poison ivy, and more. Join us as we turn average children into full-fledged outdoors-kids! Program free with NS admission. Sun., Oct. 12 - Sat., 18 5:30-7pm WOLF WEEK AT THE NATURE STATION Have you seen the red wolves that live at the Nature Station? They are part of an exciting endangered species recovery program. We are dedicating this whole week to wolves, one of our most intelligent, awe-inspiring, and rare animals. Stop by the Nature Station this week to visit with our red wolves and join the growing "pack" of wolf admirers. See below for details about wolf programs offered throughout the week. Sun., Oct. 12 1:30pm Our Native Red Wolf Did you know that we used to have red wolves roaming this area? What happened to them? Learn the story of one of the most incredible animals to inhabit the South and why they now face the threat of extinction. We'll also discuss positive ways that people can help save them. Program free with NS admission. Mon., Oct. 13 2pm Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf? From fairy tales to urban legends, wolves have been portrayed as mean and devious animals. Do they really deserve such as bad reputation? Where did these "big, bad wolf" myths come from? Find out the truth about wolves and why they are important for healthy ecosystems. Also, visit with our resident red wolves! Program free with NS admission. Tues., Oct. 14 2pm Tracking a National Treasure Have you ever wondered how biologists keep up with the wild animals they study? Discover some methods that scientists use to track wildlife such as red wolves. Then take a short hike and try some tracking equipment yourself. Program free with NS admission. Wed., Oct. 15 2pm Howlin' Fun Canine Crafts Are you cunning and crafty like a wolf or coyote? Maybe you just like making crafts. Join us as we make origami wolves and put together handy animal tracks guides. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Thurs., Oct. 16 2pm Hide & Seek with the Coyotes During this interactive program, you'll make special snacks for our resident coyotes and hide them around their pen. Then, watch from the other side of the fence as the coyotes sniff out their treats. You will discover how these amazing animals survive in the wild while you help us with this great behavioral enrichment activity. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Fri., Oct. 17 2pm Endandered! What does it mean to be endangered like the red wolf? Which plants and animals around us fall into this category? Visit the Nature Station as we learn more about endangered species and how they relate to you. We will also take a closer look at our resident red wolves. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Oct. 18 11am Wolves on the Prowl Games Have you ever stalked a white-tailed deer or ganged up on a buffalo? Jump into the life of a wolf by playing fun, interactive games. Discover if you can use some of the clever hunting strategies that wolves do! *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Oct. 18 1:30pm Howl Your Head Off! Can you howl like a red wolf? Take part in a friendly competition to see who can best imitate the howl of an endangered red wolf as we learn how wolves communicate. Prizes will be awarded to all participants, with a special award for the winner. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Oct. 19 1:30pm Fall Colors Hike Join us for a 1-mile guided hike to explore the changing colors of trees and look for signs of wildlife preparing for winter. Program free to all LBL visitors. Meet at Nature Station. Sat., Oct. 25 1:30pm Nature's Tricksters Animals use amazing methods of mimicry, camouflage, and warning colors to survive. We will discover the wily ways of some of nature's tricksters and see some live examples. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Oct. 26 1:30pm Slithery Snakes Snakes, they make some people smile and give others the shakes. But how well do you know them beyond their scaly skin? Meet several of our resident snakes up close as we explore their unusual lives and their creepy reputations. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 1 1:30pm Brunch for the Bobcat During this interactive program, you will get to feed our resident bobcat! After stashing her meal in paper containers, we'll toss these treats over the fence and watch as she eagerly devours them. You'll learn about these frisky felines while helping us with a great behavioral enrichment activity. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Nov. 2 1:30pm In a Rut Lots of deer call Land Between The Lakes home. During November, deer leave all sorts of clues in the forest telling you where they have been. Join us to learn what signs bucks leave behind in the woods. Also, take a close look at the Nature Station deer during feeding time. Program free with NS admission. Sat. and Sun., Nov. 8 & 9 1:30pm FALL FROLIC WEEKEND Visit the Nature Station this weekend to enjoy a leisurely hay ride, explore the changing colors during a guided hike, make kids nature crafts, and listen to live music as we celebrate the fall season. Sat., Nov. 8 Throughout the Day Smokey Bear Smokey Bear will be making appearances throughout the day. Bring a camera because Smokey loves to pose for pictures with kids of all ages. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 8 9am-4pm Fall Hayrides Hop on board as we take a wagon ride through the woods. This staff-guided trip includes activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Each ride lasts approximately 30 minutes. Remember to dress for the weather. $2 per person. Program only. Limited seating. Sign up at Nature Station front desk that day. Trips depart regularly throughout the day. Sat., Nov. 8 10am-2pm Fall Kids Craft Celebrate the season with a fall-inspired craft to take home. Drop by any time between 10am and 2pm to make your craft. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 8 1pm & 2pm Fall Music Concert Red River Breeze, a Celtic music band from Clarksville, Tennessee, is returning again this year to help us celebrate the changing seasons. Sit back and enjoy their great sound! Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 8 3pm Signs of the Season Hike Take part in a guided 1-mile hike to search for signs that the fall season has arrived. Our hike will take us through the forest and to the lakeshore. Program free to LBL visitors. Meet at Nature Station. Sun., Nov. 9 10am-4pm Fall Hayrides Hop on board as we take a wagon ride through the woods. This staff-guided trip includes activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Each ride lasts approximately 30 minutes. Remember to dress for the weather. $2 per person. Program only. Limited seating. Sign up at Nature Station front desk that day. Trips depart regularly throughout the day. Sun., Nov. 9 2pm Making Music with Noisemakers from Around the World Join the fun as we learn about and play music with noisemakers made from nature's materials. Try gourd rattles from Guatemala, rain sticks from Mexico, clay flutes from Greece, wooden drums from the American Southwest, and more. We'll also use wooden frogs from Vietnam to make our own frog pond chorus. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 8 Throughout the Day Smokey Bear Smokey Bear will be making appearances throughout the day. Bring a camera because Smokey loves to pose for pictures with kids of all ages. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 8 9am-4pm Fall Hayrides Hop on board as we take a wagon ride through the woods. This staff-guided trip includes activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Each ride lasts approximately 30 minutes. Remember to dress for the weather. $2 per person. Program only. Limited seating. Sign up at Nature Station front desk that day. Trips depart regularly throughout the day. Sat., Nov. 8 10am-2pm Fall Kids Craft Celebrate the season with a fall-inspired craft to take home. Drop by any time between 10am and 2pm to make your craft. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 8 1pm & 2pm Fall Music Concert Red River Breeze, a Celtic music band from Clarksville, Tennessee, is returning again this year to help us celebrate the changing seasons. Sit back and enjoy their great sound! Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 8 3pm Signs of the Season Hike Take part in a guided 1-mile hike to search for signs that the fall season has arrived. Our hike will take us through the forest and to the lakeshore. Program free to LBL visitors. Meet at Nature Station. Sun., Nov. 9 10am-4pm Fall Hayrides Hop on board as we take a wagon ride through the woods. This staff-guided trip includes activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. Each ride lasts approximately 30 minutes. Remember to dress for the weather. $2 per person. Program only. Limited seating. Sign up at Nature Station front desk that day. Trips depart regularly throughout the day. Sun., Nov. 9 1-4pm Spinning, Knitting, & Sewing: Making Warm Winter Clothing Since the spring sheep shearing, the farmwomen have been busy at their spinning wheels producing yarn to be knitted, crocheted or woven into winter clothing. With winter not too far off, give a hand, and help to prepare the last of the spring wool for the spinning wheel. The Homeplace collection of warm winter clothing will be on display. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with HP admission. Sun., Nov. 9 2pm Making Music with Noisemakers from Around the World Join the fun as we learn about and play music with noisemakers made from nature's materials. Try gourd rattles from Guatemala, rain sticks from Mexico, clay flutes from Greece, wooden drums from the American Southwest, and more. We'll also use wooden frogs from Vietnam to make our own frog pond chorus. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 15 1:30pm Talkin' Turkey There is so much more about this bird than Thanksgiving dinner! Meet some of the Nature Station's turkeys and learn all about their habits, behaviors, and calls. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Nov. 16 1:30pm Catch Ya Later, Cold-Blooded Critters! Snakes, turtles, salamanders, toads . . . Where do they go in the winter? Get up close and personal with live reptiles and amphibians. Find out what these animals do all winter long and how they make it through the cold. *Ideal for Home Educators. Program free with NS admission. Sat., Nov. 22 Ongoing from 10am-3pm Cub Scout Day at the Nature Station Calling all Cub Scout leaders! Cub Scouts can work towards the requirements for their World Conservation Award at the Nature Station today. We will offer a variety of activities and programs especially for Cub Scouts. Wolf Cub Scouts can work on their Birds Elective, Bear Cubs Scouts can work on their Sharing Your World with Wildlife Achievement, and Webelos can work on their Naturalist Activity Badge. And Tiger Cubs will be able to work on their Learn About Animals and Feed the Birds Electives. Program free with NS admission. For more information call 270-924-2299. Sun., Nov. 23 1:30pm Creature Feature: Bald Eagle When it comes to our national symbol, bald is beautiful! Get the inside scoop on the status of bald eagles and tips on viewing them in the wild as we visit with our resident eagle during chow time. Program free with NS admission. Fri., Nov. 28 11am Build a Screech Owl Box The screech owl, our smallest resident owl, will happily live near humans if it has a safe place to make its nest. Join us at the Nature Station to build your own screech owl nesting box to put up in your yard. We'll provide all the materials, building instructions and assistance, and tips for how to put it up. You'll also get to meet our live screech owl up close! *Ideal for Home Educators. $4 per screech owl box. Program only. Registration limited. Reservations and full deposits required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Fri., Nov. 28 2pm Natural Decorations Pine cones, sweet gum balls, and other natural items are great materials for creating unique seasonal decorations. Let's have some fun making decorations that will bring nature's beauty into your home and yard. Program free with NS admission. Sun., Nov. 30 1:30pm Hot Cocoa, Coffee, and Backyard Birds Relax at the Nature Station as we warm up with some hot beverages and backyard bird watching. Try out our spotting scopes and binoculars, or bring your own, to view the many different birds that are visiting our feeders. We'll help you to identify the different species that we see. Also find out what makes our coffee "bird friendly!" Program free with NS admission. Sun., Dec. 14 6am-1:30pm (optional extension until 4:30pm) Audubon Christmas Bird Count MNATURE STATION Birders nationwide participate in this annual Audubon Society bird count, and you can be part of it here at LBL. We are looking for birders to help cover different sections of the count area. Less experienced birders are welcome to participate as well. We will meet at the Nature Station and organize into teams to include everyone. You can go out in the morning or spend the full day. Bring a sack lunch and meet back for our lunch-time round-up of the morning's sightings. Dress for the weather. $5. Fee goes to National Audubon Society. Meet at Nature Station. Bring binoculars, field guides, and lunch. For more information about participating the Bird Count, please call 270-924-2299.