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The Eastern Kentucky Coalfield is part of the Central Appalachian bituminous coalfield, including all or parts of 30 Kentucky counties and adjoining areas in Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia and Tennessee.It covers an area from the Allegheny Mountains in the east across the Cumberland Plateau to the Pottsville Escarpment in the west. The region is known for its coal mining; most family farms in the region have disappeared since the introduction of surface mining in the 1940s and 1950s.
The Daniel Boone National Forest is located on rough but beautiful terrain along and east of the Pottsville Escarpment. There are many natural arches and sandstone cliffs that are excellent for rock climbing and rappeling. The Red River Gorge, part of the National Forest, is known worldwide in rock climbing circles. The Sheltowee Trace Trail runs 420–430 km north and south through the region. During the American Civil War most of this region leaned toward the Union due to its makeup at the time of mostly small farmers, but more than 2,000 men from this area formed the 5th. Kentucky Vol. Inf., known as the Army of Eastern Kentucky, under Gen. Humphrey Marshall, C.S.A. During the Great Depression, New Deal programs and the organizing of the United Mine Workers of America made many of the eastern counties Democratic. Areas |
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Unbridled Adventure Race Series at KY ParkNov 04, 2017
The 2017 series continues an exciting collection of adventure races being held in partnership with Kentucky State Parks and The KY State Parks Foundation. Please make sure to click the link to the KSPF website and check out what this organization is doing to enhance and protect the parks we love to play and race in.
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Natural Bridge Trail Trek SeriesNov 11, 2017
9:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. This trek series is comprised of individual guided treks that range in distance from 4-8 miles. On each date, a unique route through Natural Bridge State Resort Park will be hiked. All treks depart at 9am from the Hemlock Lodge lobby. This is a great way to experience all the trails at Natural Bridge throughout the year! Pre-registration is required. |
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Fly Fishing Weekend at Pine MountainNov 11 - Nov 12, 2017 . From 8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Learn to fly fish in the beautiful autumn mountains! This two-day workshop includes choosing equipment, fly selection, reading a stream, casting, and hooking and landing a fish, Participants will receive a Saturday continental breakfast, classroom and casting instruction on Saturday, Saturday night's lodging, a Sunday streamside lunch, and actual fly fishing on Sunday.
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Appalachian Elk Viewing TourNov 4th, 2017 . From 5:30 AM- 10:00 AM. & 4:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Elk were reintroduced to Kentucky in 1997 as a restoration project by the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife. From 1997 - 2003 approximately 1513 elk were transported into Kentucky. Reproduction has been very high, with approximately 90% of the adult cows producing calves. Currently, the estimated elk population in Kentucky is over 10,000 elk. The best areas for elk habitat are on reclaimed surface mines in Eastern Kentucky.
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Comedy Night at Dewe's Bar & GrillNov 16, 2017
9:00 P.M. Comedy Night in Dewey's Bar and Grill is the first and third Thursday of each month at 9 p.m.
Join us for an evening of laughter with two comedians. Drink Specials, Drafts, and appetizer specials. |
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Appalachia Handmade Craft FairDec 09, 2017. From 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Join us for our first annual Appalachian Handmade Craft Fair!
Start your holiday shopping here by purchasing hand crafted wares from local artisans. Unique Gifts | Home Décor | Handmade Quilts | Wood Crafts | Stained Glass | Kentucky Proud Vendors | And Much More. Admission for Adults is $1. Kids 12 & Under are Free |
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