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Sandhill Crane Tours Jan. 23-27, 2019 at Barren River Lake State Resort Park

January 16, 2019 by Joi Sigers 1 Comment

Sandhill Cranes at Barren River Lake State Resort Park

Fellow bird lovers, here’s something I know you’ll be interested in! Beautiful Barren River Lake State Resort Park (Lucas, KY) is hosting its Nature Watch Weekend from January 23 to January 27 (2019).

Each year, thousands of Sandhill Cranes make Barren River Lake a stop on their journey back home.  Join fellow bird enthusiasts as you get up close to these beautiful cranes as they migrate through the area.  Just imagine the photography opportunities.

Participants can register for one of two trips. The morning sunrise trip takes guests to the roosting site before sunrise to experience the beauty of the cranes leaving the roost as they journey to nearby cornfields to spend the day. The sunset trip begins by viewing the birds in the cornfields and ends at the roosting site so you may view the magnificence of thousands of cranes circling overhead as they get ready to settle down for the night.

Each of these trips will be lead by naturalists from the Kentucky Department of Parks.

Please note that the dates selected are based on historical records under normal weather conditions in January and past trends of the cranes’ arrival in this area.  This narrow window of opportunity can vary by several days based on weather and the cranes’ migration schedule.

Registration is $45 per adult, $40 for seniors, and $30 per child 8-12 years old (must be at least 8 years old to go on van tours). The registration fee includes all educational sessions, a box lunch, a long sleeve t-shirt, and your choice of a morning or afternoon tour by van.

Call the park at 270-646-2151 for information and reservations.  Barren River Lake State Resort Park has a lodge, cottages and restaurant.

Photo Credit: The beautiful picture is from the Kentucky State Parks. Visit the Kentucky State Park website for more information about Barren River Lake State Resort Park as well as the other parks.

Filed Under: Barren River Lake SRP, Kentucky Birds, Winter in Kentucky Tagged With: Barren River Lake State Resort Park, Bird watching events, Kentucky 2019 events, Sandhill Cranes

Nature Watch Weekends: Sandhill Cranes at Barren River Lake State Resort Park

November 22, 2016 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

In early 2017 (which will be here before you know it!), Beautiful Barren River Lake State Resort Park will host two Nature Watch Weekends centered around Sandhill Cranes.

Each year thousands of gorgeous and graceful sandhill cranes make Barren River Lake a stop as they congregate in huge numbers to migrate. The lake’s exposed mud flats in winter provide the birds with a perfect spot to rest and socialize as they settle in for the night. Ample farmlands and wet meadows offer plenty of food.

Tours will be offered for guests to learn more about these intriguing birds with a unique sound. Tours will be held Jan. 21 and Jan. 28, 2017. Each weekend also includes an educational session conducted by a wildlife biologist with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources on Friday evening at 7 p.m. Registration is $40 per adult and $20 per child 8-12 years old (must be at least 8 years old to go on van tours). The fee includes all educational sessions, a box lunch, a T-shirt and a choice of a Saturday sunrise or Saturday sunset tour.

Families and individuals can enjoy other entertainment and lodging opportunities at the park. Barren River Lake State Resort Park features a lodge, cottages, the Driftwood Restaurant, a seasonal campground, 18-hole golf course, marina, fishing, tennis courts, hiking trails, gift shop, and recreational and nature programming.

The park is located at 1149 State Park Road in Lucas. From the Louis B. Nunn Parkway, take the Highway 31E exit south toward Scottsville.

Barren River Lake State Resort Park - Behind the Lodge
 

Barren River Lake State Resort Park – Behind the Lodge

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Kentucky State Parks Announce the Getaway to Golf Package, Available at 10 Parks

May 27, 2016 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Kentucky Dam Village State Park Golf Course
Beautiful Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park’s Golf Course
If you live in or near Kentucky and love golf, look no further than the Kentucky State Parks for beautiful and challenging golf courses.  You should also be on the lookout for various “golf packages” they announce throughout the year.

Kentucky State Parks has launched a new golf package at 10 resort parks across the state: The “Getaway to Golf” package is available now and includes overnight lodging and 18 holes of golf with a golf cart and breakfast beginning at $89 a person. The package price is per person, per night, based on double occupancy, plus tax and is subject to availability.

For more information about golf at Kentucky State Parks, please visit http://www.parks.ky.gov/golftrail/

{Kentucky State Parks Participating in the Getaway to Golf Package are listed below!}

Dale Hollow State Resort Park Golf Course

Dale Hollow is a Favorite with Kentucky Golfers: Challenging, Fun, and Always Immaculate

The Getaway to Golf package will be offered at the following parks. Please call to make reservations:

Barren River State Resort Park: 800-325-0057

Dale Hollow State Resort Park: 800-325-2282

General Burnside State Park (lodging at Cumberland Falls): 800-325-0063

Grayson Lake State Park:  lodging at Carter Caves 800-325-0059

Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park: 800-325-0146

Lake Barkley State Resort Park: 800-325-1708

Mineral Mound State Park (lodging at Kentucky Dam Village): 800-325-0146

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park: 800-325-1711

Pine Mountain State Resort Park: 800-325-1712

Yatesville Lake State Park: lodging at Jenny Wiley 800-325-0142; Carter Caves 800-325-0059

The Kentucky State Parks offer excellent championship play at its 16 golf courses. Resort parks also have restaurants, hiking trails and many other recreational activities. For more information, visit www.parks.ky.gov

General Burnside State Park's Golf Course

General Burnside State Park’s Picture Perfect Golf Course

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Barren River Hosting Upcoming Sandhill Crane Tours

December 29, 2015 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Barren River Lake State Resort Park

Barren River Lake State Resort Park

 

Barren River Lake State Resort Park is offering its Nature Watch Weekends to view sandhill cranes as they migrate home to the north in January and February.

Each year thousands of sandhill cranes make Barren River Lake a stop as they congregate in huge numbers to migrate. The lake’s exposed mud flats in winter provide the birds with a perfect spot to rest and socialize as they settle in for the night. Ample farmlands and wet meadows offer plenty of food.

Sandhill cranes are tall, gray birds reaching heights up to 4 feet, weighing up to 12 pounds with a wingspan of 6-7 feet. They have two distinct features about them: one is their appearance of a crimson, red-crowned forehead, white cheeks, and fluffy rear end; the other is when in flight, the long dark legs trail behind and the long neck is kept straight out, rather than tucked in towards the body.

Barren River is offering tours during two weekends for guests to learn more about these intriguing birds with a unique sound. Tours will be held Jan. 29-30 and Feb. 5-6, 2016.

Each weekend also includes an educational session conducted by a wildlife biologist with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources on Friday evening at 7 p.m. Registration is $40 per adult and $20 per child 8-12 years old (must be at least 8 years old to go on van tours). The fee includes all educational sessions, a box lunch, a T-shirt and a choice of a Friday sunset, Saturday sunrise or Saturday sunset tour. Sandhill Cranes

For more information, contact Logan Clark at logan.clark@ky.gov or 270-646-2151. When making reservations ask for the sandhill crane lodge room rate of $49.95 plus tax.

Beautiful Barren River Lake State Resort Parkis surrounded by rolling, tree-covered hills, on the edge of a peaceful 10,000-acre lake. There are 51 lodge rooms, 22 cottages and 99 campsites at the park. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of an upscale fish camp in the Driftwood Restaurant.

If you are looking for something to do during your visit, you can play on the 18-hole golf course, hike along a nature trail, visit the marina to rent a boat, check out a fishing pole or sports equipment, browse the gift shop or just enjoy a peaceful seat overlooking the lake.

The resort is 44 miles southeast of Bowling Green. Take Interstate 65 to the Cumberland Parkway east, to U.S. 31E south.

Photo Credits: The picture at the top was taken by me this past summer at Barren River Lake State Resort Park. The beautiful picture of the Sandhill Cranes is being used with permission from the Kentucky State Parks.

Filed Under: Barren River Lake SRP, Kentucky Birds, News, Winter in Kentucky Tagged With: Barren River Lake State Resort Park, bird watching in Kentucky, Sandhill Cranes

Kentucky Pictures of the Day: Beautiful Barren River Lake State Resort Park

August 18, 2015 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Barren River Lake State Resort Park

Barren River Lake: A favorite spot at Barren River Lake State Resort Park

Beautiful Barren River Lake State Resort Park may not be one of the most famous Kentucky State Parks, but it is – without a doubt – one of the most relaxing.

On a recent evening, we kind of lost ourselves in the relaxing beauty of Barren River Lake and the park, itself. You really have to make a special trip to this beautiful Kentucky State Park.

It’ll be love at first sight. And second… and third… and fourth…

Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Barren River Lake State Resort Park

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