Be sure you are prepared for the hunting season by coming to Rough River Dam State Resort Park for a free Hunter Education Course Oct. 8-10.

Firearm identification, proper use of ammunition, ethics, wildlife identification and much more will be covered in this course. The classes are on Thursday and Friday night from 6-9 p.m., and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to Noon.

You must attend all three classes and pass the test to receive your orange card.  This course is for those ages 9 and up. No registration is necessary and the course is free. For more information contact the Recreation Supervisor, Sheila Jones, at 1-800-325-1713 or 270-257-2311. 

Beautiful lake views enhance the appeal of Rough River Dam Lodge. Each of the 40 rooms features private patios or balconies and overlook the lake.

The resort is located on KY 79. From the Western Kentucky Parkway, exit on KY 79 north from Caneyville or exit on KY 259 N at Leitchfield and travel to the park via KY 54 from Leitchfield. Driving south, take KY 79 south from Hardinsburg and US 60.