A few weeks ago, my good friend Gerry James was kind enough to come visit and speak at one of my events at the Brown County Library in Mt. Orab, Ohio. I asked him to bring ‘adventure’ and ‘outdoor exploration’ to our young people, and he delivered so much more. He brought a beautiful message from the Explore Kentucky Initiative, of his adventure paddling 137 miles on the Ohio River from Cincinnati to Louisville, that did spark enthusiasm and excitement in the children. The children were given an opportunity to get a close up, hands on view of the SUP board that was used in the presentation.

Becky WeilAugust 19, 2016Adventure, Hike, Fun, Hiking, kids, Kentucky, Ohio, Get Outdoors, Forest, feature Comments

Jones-Keeney Wildlife Management Area Group Hike

About a quarter mile down the trail we cross Buttercup Hill, which is just past peak bloom. We turn right down a side path to our first point of interest, Jones-Keeney Natural Bridge which is only about ten feet high at the top with an arch. Ducking under the rock slab, Shara shows us the chamber behind the arch which is backed by a 15-foot rock wall with a small waterfall and a couple of cairns left by previous hikers. Mosses and ferns cover many of the rock faces. The place is magical.

HikeVince MedlockJune 13, 2016Western Kentucky, Dawson Springs, Trail Town, Hiking, hike, kentucky Comments

Spring Break 2016 - Road Trip KY

While most college kids want to head south to the coast , Kelsey Morris, my girlfriend and I decided to an Explore Kentucky Fueled week; albeit a cheaper and more relaxing route. We decided to do a road across the Commonwealth.

There's " Snow " place like the winter in the Commonwealth!

Winter Storm Jonas came through the Bluegrass and left our vast state covered in thick blankets of snow. Many from around the state including our ‘Explore Kentucky’ community demonstrated Kentucky’s beauty by capturing stunning photos of their adventures in the winter wonderland.

Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area

Kerri Bonner of curator of the @cityofpaducah on Instagram explores the Land Between the Lakes region in Western Kentucky.

HikeKerri BonnerJanuary 18, 2016Kentucky, Land Between the Lake, Hiking, Western KentuckyComment

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