CAMPING - DALE HOLLOW LAKE STATE PARK, KY - APRIL 16th-April 18th

Apr 16 Fri 2:00 PM
Location

5970 State Park Road
Burkesville, KY 42717

Attendance
 49  people attended.
5.00 5.0010 (10 ratings)

Who organized?
Jordan & Terri

Price

$15.00 per person
refund policy

*EVENT UPDATE*

Arriving – The campground will be ready for us at 2:30PM on Friday afternoon. You do not need to check-in. Go directly into the campground, and look for Loop L. Look for a black Hyundai Tucson with 4 kayaks on top.

Friday Night Food – Friday night we will be having a traditional “pot-luck” type dinner at the pavilion in the campground. Everyone should bring a dish or side-dish. If you have a stove or grill, feel free to cook on-site. There are no grills or stoves at the pavilion, so make sure to bring your own if you’re planning on cooking. We’ll plan on starting dinner around 6:30PM. For those arriving late, don’t worry about bringing food for Friday night.

Saturday Night Food “Throwdown” – This is a challenge to all of you outdoor cooks, it’s time to show off your best dish. The rules are simple: all the contestants cook their best dish, we’ll assign judges who will determine who has the best dish. Needless to say, this will all be done in good fun. I would expect plenty of good natured “trash talking”. If you’re not interested in competing, no problem, please just treat this as a “pot luck”, and bring a side dish. We will plan on starting the “Throwdown” at 6:30PM in the pavilion.

Other Meals: Everyone will be responsible for providing their own food for all other meals. If you don’t feel like “roughing it”, the park has a very nice restaurant in their hotel that is open for breakfast & lunch. Also, if you would like to pair-up with other people for meals, feel free to use the message boards to arrange details.


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Come join Paddle Adventures Plus for a fun filled weekend on our first camping trip of the year at Dale Hollow Lake State Park in Kentucky. This is a great trip for both new and existing members. All paddling will be done on the clear flat waters of Dale Hollow Lake. So, if your a new paddler, this will be a great chance to get some experience.

Cost of event is $15 - This includes your campsite for 2 nights. It does not include food, drink, or incidentals.

This event is family friendly.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jordan at [masked] or 615-519-2176.

CAMPING - We will be tent camping at the state park campground. All camp sites have water and electric. A bath house with showers is available at the campground within walking distance of all camp sites. Check in time is 2:00PM and checkout is 1:00PM. This event page will be updated closer to the event date with more details on when/where to meet at the campground.

FOOD - On Friday night we will have a campers potluck at the Picnic Pavilion in the campground. You can either cook on-site, or bring something already prepared. On Saturday night, we will be having a camp food "throwdown" (also at the pavilion). So, all of you great camp cooks, get your stoves & grills ready, we're going to "throwdown" PA+ style. Not interested in competing in the throw down? No problem, just bring a side dish or two to share with the group. A thread with more details on this throwdown will be posted on the message board. As for other meals (breakfast and lunch), you will need to bring food to provide for yourself or family. There is a restaurant at the state park that serves breakfast and lunch. Or, feel free to team up with other group members to form "food teams". For those of you interested in being part of a food team, a thread will be started on the message board.

PADDLING - All paddling will be flat-water paddling on Dale Hollow Lake. There is a natural shale beach a couple of miles from the campground that will provide an easy put-in and take out location. There is also plenty of parking near the beach to load and unload boats. Feel free to spend a couple of hours or all day exploring this lake. Dale Hollow Lake is known for it's ultra-clear water and unspoiled shoreline. Float the pristine waters and relax, surrounded by the sounds of nature. There are no "McMansions" staring you in the face as you cruise the peaceful lake. It feels like you are back in time, back to a virgin forest with an unspoiled lake. This is a great opportunity for both experienced and new paddlers to enjoy one of the prettiest lakes in the Southeast.

SELF GUIDED CAVE TOUR - Enjoy the wonders of Cindy Cave on your own. Cindy cave offers an experience you won’t soon forget with formations, crickets, bats, crayfish, and salamanders for viewing. If going on your own, you must check in with the front desk before entering to receive a free permit. Upon exiting the cave, please return permit to the front desk. Equipment rental fee $3.00 per person.


HIKING
- Over 15 miles of trails are designated as multi-purpose trails, open for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking unless otherwise posted. No motorized uses are allowed. The trails generally follow old logging roads along narrow ridge tops through the park. Most of the trails end at the tips of these ridges which form peninsulas into Dale Hollow Lake, requiring a return trip on the same trail.

Click here for a detailed description of the various hiking trails - http://parks.ky.gov/f...

MOUNTAIN BIKING - Dale Hollow Lake Resort’s 3,400 acres give plenty of room for approved mountain bike trails. Bring your own bikes.

FISHING - The fishing season’s on all year long, and they’re biting everyday! Crappie, bream, muskie, walleye, trout, catfish, and five species of bass--largemouth, smallmouth, white, Kentucky, and rock--have given Dale Hollow Lake undisputed honor as a top fishing spot in the country. There are plenty of shoals, small tributaries, and clean, clear water to encourage healthy fish growth. You will need either a Tennessee or Kentucky fishing license to fish.

GOLF - For those of you who enjoying swinging the clubs, Dale Hollow State Park has one of the nicest public golf courses in the country. Ranked #6 by “Golf Digest” Best Courses You Can Play in 2009. Click here for more information on the golf coursehttp://parks.ky.gov/g....


What To Bring:
Camping gear, boat, bike, food and drinks
Note: Wood from outside Kentucky is not permitted so we'll have to get wood there.

Just like some of our other camping events, you can set your own schedule or buddy up with others to organize outings. This is pretty much a relaxing and nonstructured, fun weekend. Friday night's potluck will be a good time to plan outings with buds!

Notes:Children and well-behaved dogs are welcome. Sorry but member's children only, no friends of the children permitted.

Weather Average high temperature for this time of year is 71 degrees, average low is 41 degrees.


LINKS

Google Map Directions to Dale Hollow Lake State Park from Nashville: Navhille I-40E to Dale Hollow Lake State Park

Map of state park showing campground, trails, etc: http://parks.ky.gov/N...

Link to park website: http://parks.ky.gov/f...

If you have any questions call Jordan at [masked]

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  • Kacee
    Kacee

    We had a great time and enjoyed the great group of people. Thank you to the organizers for setting everything up. Thank you Jordan and Michael for letting us borrow kayaks.

    Posted Apr 20, 2010 8:26 PM
  • kathy
    kathy

    What a great time! Thank you so much Michael and Jordan for setting this up!!

    Posted Apr 19, 2010 8:44 PM
  • "Water Lily" Deb
    "Water Lily" Deb

    Thank you all for a wonderful weekend. From Jagis and Jade.

    Posted Apr 19, 2010 8:36 PM
  • Tom D
    Tom D

    I agree with Jenny, Nice to meet everyone although it will take me some time to get all the names right. Kathy thanks for saving me from the rain with the tent you lent me. Thanks to all for the good company and Mike thanks for finding your keys...lol Cant wait till the next event without the rain, wind and cold!!! haha

    Posted Apr 19, 2010 9:07 AM
  • "Water Lily" Deb
    "Water Lily" Deb

    Did anyone get a pic of my son's technique for entering a kayak? I don't know how he does it and not fall in!

    Posted Apr 19, 2010 5:39 AM
  • Jenny B.
    Jenny B.

    What a great weekend,with great folks, great cooks and paddlers! Thanx Mike Tossing for leading us home,safely.

    Posted Apr 18, 2010 8:41 PM
  • "Water Lily" Deb
    "Water Lily" Deb

    the kids and I won't be leaving until at least 4:00

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 11:16 AM
  • Mike Tossing
    Mike Tossing

    Patti and I will be getting in late tonight - plan is to leave Hendersonville by 6:30 or so - looking forward to seeing everyone there either tonight or in the morning! Mike T

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 9:29 AM
  • Tom D
    Tom D

    Great day and weekend to look forward to. Great to hear that its the senic route. Looks like I may need to stop and take a picture or two. I will be in a Chev Silverado with a lime green/yellow SOT Yak extending out of the bed of it. ... hard to miss.

    Feeling a little stiff this morning but once my meds kick in I should be pain free... haha jk.. Its a good day... Lets go Im ready...lol

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 8:35 AM
  • Kathy Reed
    Kathy Reed

    Stacey, pick up some fruit or desserts to add to the dinners, cereal, and something for sandwiches while kayaking. No one ever starves with this group!

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 8:08 AM
  • Stacey Landa
    Stacey Landa

    Figured out how to set up the tent last night, so I won't be clueless when I get there. :) Wish I weren't coming in so late, but I have to stop at the store and get water and food before heading up. Any suggestions for a newbie camper about food? (Nonperishable=good, I know that much.)

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 7:18 AM
  • Kathy Reed
    Kathy Reed

    Tom, I will be on Hwy 52. Beautiful route, Scenic Byway, and I am a backroads person. silver Avalon, but no kayak on top.

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 7:17 AM
  • Tom D
    Tom D

    Wow Thank You Kathy that would be great. I hear its going to rain on Friday Night so it might be a little wet into the morning... and cooler they say.

    That's one thing I need to get use to. Out West we never think about rain in the summer time... I dont know my exact route but I think its 52 E going through Lafayette and Celina. Hope this is the best way but I think its also the slow route which will provide me lots of scenic ops I hope. I really need to learn how to slow down anyway...

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 6:25 AM
  • Renee
    Renee

    I'll be looking for boats to honk at as well. I'll be leaving Mt. Juliet around 11:30 so if you see a brownish Ford Explorer w/ a red Wilderness honk! I've never been there either so we can caravan. : )

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 6:07 AM
  • kathy
    kathy

    Tom...I have an extra 2-man tent I'll bring...you're more than welcome to use it if you like.

    Posted Apr 16, 2010 12:33 AM
  • Tom D
    Tom D

    Yeah I will honk at all Paddle boats I come across. I will be following my GPS directions as I have never been there before. Couldnt find my tent in the trailer so I will be sleeping under the stars.. I dont think rain is in the forcast so no big deal.., If it gets bad I have the truck cab... haha Looking forward to this weekend. Hooyahaa

    Posted Apr 15, 2010 9:19 PM
  • Jenny B.
    Jenny B.

    I'll be leaving Hendersonville,12ish friday, if you want to follow,let me know. I'll have a orange Wilderness,on top, so feel free to wave if you pass me.

    Posted Apr 15, 2010 8:55 PM
  • Kacee
    Kacee

    Thank you Michael and Jordan for letting us borrow kayaks. We are looking forward to the weekend.

    Posted Apr 15, 2010 1:07 PM
  • alicia
    alicia

    Bringing my young'un too...

    Posted Apr 14, 2010 5:26 PM
  • Pat
    Pat

    Getting there Saturday with my two kids.

    Posted Apr 14, 2010 3:35 PM

Who attended?

  • 49 attendees
    •  THANKS! to all of the organizers and helpers! the kayak meetups are always the best planned vs. other meetups as far as knowing the area in advance, safety, helping the newbies. We appreciate it very much!! Dale Hollow Lake is beautiful!!! 
    •  Very nice campground! I had a wonderful time! : ) 
    •  Great way to start out the camping season! What a beautiful area, and couldn't ask for better weather. Good to see so many new faces joining in the fun. Gonna be a great summer! 
    • Smiley
       Dale Hollow Lake & State Resort Campground were Excellent. Paddling to Cactus Island & Trooper Island were a treat. Hiking to Eagle Point afforded the opportunity for a breathtaking view of Dale Hollow Lake & the islands. I can't begin to mention all the great things about this meetup. The Paddle Adventures Plus folks were fun to hang out with as always. The weather was awesome. A drizzling rain moved through as we slept Friday night. Ahhh, perfect timing. The weather was awesome. The food throw down was hard to beat. A food meetup group should join us to take lessons & take a bow. Thanks to Terri & Jordan for all the hard work & planning for this event. 
    •  great time ~ thanks Jordan and Michael... good food, thanks PA+.... cold nights... good sleeping weather :-) 
    •  Wonderful campground & nice kayaking lake! Lucas and I give it a big thumbs up. 
    • Mike Tossing (+1 guest)
      Ell-I-Ott
       Great weekend! Well planned and executed as usual. Great meeting and making new friends - Thanks to everyone for all the help looking for my car keys Sunday morning, to Alicia and Lucas for finding them, and to Tom who offered to drive me back to Hendersonville and back! (I wqas going to send cards, but I can't find the stamps). Outstanding food, too. Look forward to the next camping trip! 
    • bernice karnett (+1 guest)
      "Ms Figgy"
       First time out with the gang. It was FABU! Wonderful group of people! 
    • Pat
    • Tim
      Mr. Gadget
    • Butterfly
    • Sue (+1 guest)
    • Tom T (+1 guest)
      Admiral T
    • Laurie (+1 guest)
    • Kacee (+2 guests)
    • Diane (+1 guest)

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