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May 29

Friday's Planetarium Shows

Friday, May 29, 2026 - 10am - 4pm

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

The Golden Pond Planetarium in Land Between the Lakes has shows each day of the week! Here is the lineup for Friday:

10am - The Little Star that Could
11am - Discover the Stars
12pm - Explore
1pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm - Firefall
3pm - Habitat Earth
4pm - Earth, Moon & Sun

For a complete listing of this month's shows and for descriptions of each feature, download this PDF.

Contact: 270-924-2233

May 30

Saturday's Planetarium Shows

Saturday, May 30, 2026 - 10am - 4pm

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

The Golden Pond Planetarium in Land Between the Lakes has shows each day of the week! Here is the lineup for Saturday:

10am - Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am - Earth, Moon & Sun
12pm - From Earth to the Universe
1pm - Traveling with Light
2pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm - Firefall
4pm - Discover the Stars

For a complete listing of this month's shows and for descriptions of each feature, download this PDF.

Contact: 270-924-2233

May 30

Curing Meat

Saturday, May 30, 2026 - 1pm-3pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Without refrigeration, there aren't many ways to preserve a large amount of meat. Salt and Smoke are our methods of choice on the farm. So come take in the sights, scents, and sounds of the smokehouse!

Contact: 931-232-6457

May 30

Trails & Animal Tails

Saturday, May 30, 2026 - 11:30am- 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, KY 42211, Cadiz, LBL

Tanning Hides (10am-12pm): Come learn the ancient art of hide tanning and unlock the ability to create something truly unique. Tree-mendous Hike (11:30am-1pm): Let's go for a 1-mile hike on one of our favorite trails! Beach Bum Bobcat (1:30pm-2pm): We can't take our bobcat to the beach, but maybe we can bring the beach to our bobcat! Let's add some sand, sun, water and maybe a beach ball to his environment and see what happens! Possum P.I. (3:30pm-4pm): Join this super sleuth with the super sniffer as she finds clues, goes through obstacles, and solves the case of the missing treats!

Contact: 270-924-2020

May 31

Sunday's Planetarium Shows

Sunday, May 31, 2026 - 10am - 4pm

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

The Golden Pond Planetarium in Land Between the Lakes has shows each day of the week! Here is the lineup for Sunday:

10am - The Little Star that Could
11am - Earth, Moon & Sun
12pm - From Earth to the Universe
1pm - Traveling with Light
2pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm - Firefall
4pm - Discover the Stars

For a complete listing of this month's shows and for descriptions of each feature, download this PDF.

Contact: 270-924-2233

Jun 1

Totally Turtles

Monday, June 1, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 1

Muddy Mondays

Monday, June 1, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

There is always something to do in the garden. Come learn the timeless skill of gardening at The Homeplace as we spend our mornings in the garden this summer. Learn hands-on skills like planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting while connecting with nature. Whether you're a beginner or have a green thumb, this weekly program is a fun and relaxing way to grow your gardening knowledge, enjoy the outdoors, and be part of a shared community space. Come ready to dig in, get a little muddy, and watch something grow!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 2

Red Wolf Treat Time

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Who's hungry like a wolf? Our Red Wolves, of course! Learn about 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.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 2

Trades Tuesday

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Farmers in the mid-1800's needed to possess a wealth of knowledge and skills to make it on their own. Trade Tuesdays will demonstrate some of the common and not so common skill sets that would be needed on a historic farm. This month's skills include turning wood on the foot pedal lathe, caning chairs and weaving baskets. Join us and explore the creation of unique and practical objects.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 3

Bald Eagle Dinnertime

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagle at her dinnertime and discover her secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 3

Wooly Wednesday

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Join us each week for Wooly Wednesdays and discover the world of fiber and farm animals! Spend time with our sheep while learning about wool—from shearing and cleaning to spinning and crafting. This hands-on program offers a chance to connect with the animals, explore traditional skills, and experience the journey from fleece to finished product. Whether you're curious about fiber arts or just love animals, come enjoy a fun, interactive day on the farm!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 4

Bites for Bobcat

Thursday, June 4, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 4

Art on the Farm Thursday

Thursday, June 4, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Happy Little Tree's... Every Thursday you will be able to join one of our interpretive staff members to create a work of art inspired by views of The Homeplace! Learn about the popular artistic styles of the mid-1800's and watch an artist in action. See what materials would have been available to the artistically inclined in the Land Between the Rivers region. If you are feeling creative as well, you can join in and create your own Homeplace inspired artwork!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 5

Forge Friday

Friday, June 5, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

It's summer here at the Homeplace, that means it's going to be hot and humid, but we will still brave the heat of the forge. Come out and join us on Forge Fridays to see a demonstration of 1850's blacksmithing techniques on our bellows operated charcoal forge.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 5

The Awesome Opossum!

Friday, June 5, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 5

Volunteer in the Heirloom Garden

Friday, June 5, 2026 - 9am-12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Get your hands dirty learning about heirloom crops, old fashioned gardening techniques, and how the harvests were prepared. Register: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/564445

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 6

Butterfly Hike

Saturday, June 6, 2026 - 11:30am - 12:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Program free with NS admission. Join a naturalist on a short hike through our prairie, about one-half mile. We will search for butterflies, insects and flowers while learning more about the unique prairie ecosystem. Meet at the flagpole.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 6

Peewee Predators

Saturday, June 6, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2pm

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: 931-232-6457

Jun 6

Kentucky's True Wildcat

Saturday, June 6, 2026 - 3:30pm -4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 6

Sunset Kayak Trip

Saturday, June 6, 2026 - 6pm - 8pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, 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 - reservation and full deposit required Participants must be 13+ years old Does not include Nature Station admission.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Jun 6

Knitting

Saturday, June 6, 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

Jun 6

Treat the Sheep!

Saturday, June 6, 2026 - 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Meet our Border Leicester sheep and learn what role they played on an 1850's farm. Offer them a treat and get up close with these fuzzy farm friends.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 7

Snake Feeding Sundays

Sunday, June 7, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 7

Lake Monsters

Sunday, June 7, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Jun 7

Sunday Funday: Coyote Playtime!

Sunday, June 7, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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

Jun 7

Fairy Corner

Sunday, June 7, 2026 - 10am - 11am

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

The plow has long since made its rounds across the growing field. Effective as the plow is, it couldn't turn every bit of soil. In the spaces it missed, these liminal corners where the crops border other lands, the wild takes root. These places are fairy corners. Wildflowers bloom here unbothered by the bustle of cultivation. Come out and learn about some plant lore. Learn why they’re called fairy corners through a bit of folklore, too. A peaceful place is never far away.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 7

Meet the Birds

Sunday, June 7, 2026 - 11:30am - 12:30pm

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

Jun 8

Muddy Mondays

Monday, June 8, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 9

Trades Tuesday

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 10

Wooly Wednesday

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Join us each week for Wooly Wednesdays and discover the world of fiber and farm animals! Spend time with our sheep while learning about wool - from shearing and cleaning to spinning and crafting. This hands-on program offers a chance to connect with the animals, explore traditional skills, and experience the journey from fleece to finished product. Whether you're curious about fiber arts or just love animals, come enjoy a fun, interactive day on the farm!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 11

Art on the Farm Thursday

Thursday, June 11, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 12

Forge Friday

Friday, June 12, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 13

Dino Day

Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 10am - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Hey kids! Do you love dinosaurs? Visit the Nature Station as we travel way, way, WAY back in time and have fun learning about these amazing extinct animals! Today is also a fee free day for National Get Outdoors Day!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Jun 13

Games & Graces

Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 10am - 4pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

The chores are all done and it's time to play! Test your might, skill and wits with the popular pastimes of the 1850s. Perhaps you'll try your hand at Horseshoes. See if you can catch the hoop in a game of Graces, or compete with your friends and family in a good old-fashioned Tug-of-War! All this and more when it’s game time on the farm.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 13

Staying Cool on the Farm

Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 1am - 3pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

It's summer, the days are long, hot and humid. How did people in the 1850's stay cool and still manage to accomplish their daily farm tasks? Come out and learn about how farm life revolved around simple tricks and methods of cooling off so farmers could avoid over heating in the hot summer sun. Sample some lemon aid or Switchel. The 19th century form of sports drink to rehydrate during long hot days in the sunshine.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 13

Dino Day

Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 10am- 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, KY 42211, Cadiz, LBL

Travel back in time, and learn about animals from the prehistoric past! Enjoy dinosaur themed crafts and activities with special animal programs!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Jun 14

Sunday Funday: Red Wolves

Sunday, June 14, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

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

Contact: 270-924-2020

Jun 14

Weaving

Sunday, June 14, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Watch how to turn a tangle of threads into lasting works of practical art. Bed coverlets, clothing, sacks, even wagon covers were created on the loom. Weavers skillfully created unique patterns and pieces, some handed down for generations while many were used until they couldn’t anymore.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 14

Snake Feeding Sundays

Sunday, June 14, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 14

Pigging Out

Sunday, June 14, 2026 - 1pm - 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

Jun 14

Tree-mendous Hike

Sunday, June 14, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Land Between the Lakes has a large diversity of trees! Learn some simple tips and techniques on how to identify the trees in your own backyard while you join a naturalist on a 1-mile guided hike. Program free to LBL visitors and meets in front of Nature Station.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Jun 15

Muddy Mondays

Monday, June 15, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 16

Trades Tuesday

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 17

Wooly Wednesday

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 18

Art on the Farm Thursday

Thursday, June 18, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 19

Forge Friday

Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 19

Volunteer in the Heirloom Garden

Friday, June 19, 2026 - 9am-12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Get your hands dirty learning about heirloom crops, old fashioned gardening techniques, and how the harvests were prepared. Register: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/564445

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 20

Horsing Around

Saturday, June 20, 2026 - 1pm - 2pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Do you like horsing around? Our therapy horse Cinnamon and our mule Todd love to. They enjoy a good brushing, time outside the pasture, and good treats. Come meet our equines here at The Homeplace and learn what their job is on an 1850's farm.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Jun 20

Butterfly Weekend

Saturday, June 20, 2026 – Sunday, June 21, 2026 - 10am - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

This weekend is all about butterflies and insects! Fun butterfly-themed programs and crafts will be happening at the Nature Station all weekend. All activities will be included with general Nature Station admission. Also, naturalists will be conducting a Butterfly Count in collaboration with the North American Butterfly Association on Sunday, June 21nd. People interested in butterfly identification and citizen science are invited to participate - please email abarr@friendsoflbl.org if interested.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Jun 20

Making Butter

Saturday, June 20, 2026 - 10am - 11:30am

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Step back in time and experience the simple joy of homemade butter on the farm! Join us for a live butter-churning demonstration where you'll learn the traditional step-by-step process of turning cream into fresh, delicious butter. Guests are invited to take a turn at the churn, help with the process, and discover how this everyday staple was once made by hand. Because butter-making takes time, feel free to explore the farm and return later to sample the finished product. Once the butter is churned, we'll rinse it in cold water, gently salt it, and prepare it for tasting.

Contact: 931-232-6457