Review of General Butler State Park

With the energy levels running high and the entertainment budget level low, Kentucky State Parks are the perfect solution for summer vacation. I told my three kids (ages 9, 8, and almost 5) to pack an “adventure bag” to include snacks, napkins, a water bottle, a glass jar for collecting whatever and something to keep them occupied in the car. Then we set off, along with our dog, in the minivan to General Butler State Resort Park. From our home in Oldham County, we took the more scenic back route on highway 42. There was a roadside shop that had

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Review of the Blackfish Bison Ranch Tours

Blackfish Bison Ranch is located east of Lexington on 242 acres in Winchester, Kentucky. The co-owner and manager, Brandeon Hampton, lives on the farm year-round and does pretty much everything for the buffalo herd from naming them, to vaccinating them, to driving them across the river to Memphis Meats in Indiana when that time comes. Our tour spent about an hour in the log cabin listening and looking at all things buffalo. My kids were well educated and entertained. Brandeon talks about the buffalo, land, history, and the spiritual relationship between buffalo, man, and God. Did you know that buffalo

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Free Summer Concerts in Downtown Richmond

Families love music and when it’s outdoor and relaxed, it makes for a great evening.  In Downtown Richmond, enjoy a concert every third Thursday evening.   Head to the courthouse and browse local vendors. They will also have a farmer’s market and kids activities thanks to the Madison County Library.  And, don’t worry – parking is plentiful and free. Sounds like you better look at your calendar and get a date set soon. Click here to see the entire line-up, the concerts run through October!  

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Airheads 30th Birthday Bash!

Did you know that Airheads is headquartered in Kentucky? SWEET! Literally! Everyone is invited to their 30th Birthday Bash on June 18th at Smale Park from 11am-4pm. Airheads is throwing the ultimate birthday party to celebrate the past 30 years and the wonderful community who’ve helped make it all possible. This event will be filled with food, live music from notable artists, fun activities for all ages and of course candy! Click here to RSVP on Facebook and tell your friends!

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Win Tickets to Kentucky Renaissance Festival

Enter to win a family 4-pack (2 adults, 2 children) of tickets to the Kentucky Renaissance Festival! There will be two winners! To enter: Email info@louisvillefamilyfun.net and put “Kentucky Ren Festival” in the subject. One entry per email address. You must be 18 or older to enter and by entering, you agree to these terms. Submit your email entry by Monday 6/13/16 at noon. Winners will be selected at random and emailed by end of day 6/13/16.  Winner’s tickets will be mailed. Check out their Facebook page because they have special events each weekend, you don’t want to miss out!

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FREE Discovery Festival by Kentucky Science Center

The Kentucky Science Center is hitting the road and heading all of he state to share the love of learning!  And, it’s FREE! Discovery Festivals #DoScience  Discover resources and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (S.T.E.A.M.) at a day of fun hands-on activities, science demonstrations, nature walks, and special presentations from community partners in each region.Completely FREE and open to the public!!! Coming to Natural Bridge on June 18th from 10am to 2pm, they will bring fun for the entire family, kids of all ages.  

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Moonlight Canoe Trip in Dawson Springs, Kentucky

Photo from event website Doesn’t Moonlight Canoeing sound amazing? Good thing we are in Kentucky because there are always cool activities like this throughout the state. At Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park in Western, KY (between Paducah & Bowling Green) on June 18th, July 16th and August 20th (times vary, see website), you can take a unique canoe trip.  They will use the almost full moon to guide the trip and explore what creatures are on the lake a night! Here are the details: Trips will last about 2 hours. Bring water, bug spray, and flashlight.  $25/canoe.  Everyone must be

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