Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area offers a variety of outdoor recreation and environmental education opportunities in western Kentucky and Tennessee. Enjoy 170,000 acres of forests and open lands, as well as 300 miles of undeveloped shoreline.

Whether you tour The Homeplace living history farm, see wildlife at the Elk & Bison Prairie, explore the universe at Golden Pond Planetarium or discover nature programs and outdoor excursions at Woodlands Nature Station, we offer an attraction for everyone.

Hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, equestrian and off-highway vehicle trails wind through LBL. Nature watch areas let you get closer to wildlife. Water recreation, boating, swimming, fishing and hunting opportunities abound. Enjoy the conveniences of developed campgrounds – including special campgrounds for horse and off-highway vehicle enthusiasts – or experience the solitude of lake shore backcountry camping.

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We invite you to experience the 24th Annual World Chicken Festival in beautiful downtown London, KY on September 26-29, 2013! All the “egg-citement” and entertainment of four fun-filled days makes this one of Kentucky’s largest festivals. The festival features top-notch entertainment on three stages that includes local talent on the Sanders Court Stage, uplifting, spiritual talent on the gospel stage, as well as regional and national talent on the Stage of Stars.

The World Chicken Festival has events and activities for the entire family such as thrilling amusement rides, outrageous contests and many crafts, arts and food vendors including the world’s largest stainless steel skillet that fries 7,000 pieces of chicken in two and a half days!

Come on out and join us this fall for an “egg-ceptionally” great time at the 24th Annual World Chicken Festival! Call 606-878-6900 for more information or visit our [...]

Save on an oceanfront escape to the sun-kissed sands of Virginia Beach! Make reservations for a three-night stay at Ramada on the Beach and save 20%. At Ramada on the Beach, the exceptional comes standard. Our Virginia Beach oceanfront hotel offers a private oceanfront balcony in every accommodation, award-winning dining and drinks at Mahi Mah’s Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Saloon, and the added perk of a spectacular Atlantic sunrise every morning.Picture-perfect weather and boardwalk relaxation await- so book now! Visit us: http://www.virginiabeachramada.com/specials/stay3save20

The National Center for Great Lakes Native American Culture will host its traditional cultural arts classes for adults and children at the Women’s Building at the beautiful Jay County Fairgrounds in Portland, Indiana, August 3 through August 5 2013. The classes explore the arts, crafts, traditions and culture of Great Lakes Native Americans through hands-on workshops and presentations by Native American tradition bearers, talented artisans and experts on Native American culture. The Jay County Fairgrounds are on the northeast side of Portland on the corner of Votaw and Morton Streets. Registration is 8 to 9 am Saturday, August 3. Welcome Circle starts at 9 am Saturday. Class hours are 9 am to noon and 1:30 to 4:30 pm daily. This year there will be only one session: Classes begin after the Welcome Circle Saturday August, 3, continues all day Saturday, all day Sunday and until noon Monday. Closing Circle is at 1 pm Monday. Some [...]

Canaan Valley Resort State Park offers an exciting array of outdoor activities throughout the year. Nestled snugly on a plateau overlooking the valley and offering sweeping views of the surrounding peaks, Canaan Valley Resort offers a 150-room lodge, 23-cabins, 34-campsites, fine dining, a championship 18 hole golf course, scenic chairlift rides, indoor/outdoor pools, and miles of hiking and biking trails designed to facilitate a relaxing experience in the mountains of West Virginia.

Summer guest can spend the season utilizing the new wobble clay shooting range, climbing wall, eurobungy, geocaching or mountain biking on Weiss Knob Mountain. The park features 18 miles of marked hiking and biking trails through woodlands, meadows, hills and streams, many of which are linked to the Monongahela National Forest. Discover the perfect place for bird watching, fishing, wildlife sightings and plant discoveries. Nearby activities include horseback riding, train excursions, cavern tours, [...]

Located in southern West Virginia near the town of Gauley Bridge, the Glen Ferris Inn is a modern Country Inn, with old world charm and romance. It is the ideal location for weekend getaways and business travel in the Kanawha Valley. This elegant inn has been greeting guests since 1839. Since then, the inn has seen large numbers of guests pass through its doors.

Whether your interest lies in the fine dining of our restaurant, the enchanting views from the deck or balcony or the event you’ve dreamed of your entire life, the Glen Ferris Inn is a memorable experience.

Accommodations include standard rooms, luxury rooms and suites. All are individually styled in traditional West Virginia decor.

We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. We pride ourselves on the quality of our dining experience. Our specialties include our famous yeast rolls and our sizeable selection of deserts.

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BLEND is the a cappella doo-wop group bringing back hits from the 50’s and 60’s with a twist of fun! They make very clear in their frivolous act that they love what they do.  Blend was formed at John A. Logan College as a minor project that quickly blossomed into the makings of a successful career for its four members. “We started in 2005 for a talent show and ended up winning it. From there, we found we had a unique sound. So, we decided to pursue it as a career,” said Estes. The real strength of Blend lies in their ability to entertain crowds of all ages with their renditions of songs which most everyone has heard at one point or another all while keeping a Christian undertone. On top of their classic doo-wop routine they are also a deeply spiritual group and love to share their gospel music as well.    In 2008, Blend [...]