LBL EVENTS

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!

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.

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)

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.

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!

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.

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!

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

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.

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?

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!

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!

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

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)!

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.