General Butler Naturalist and Recreation Blog

FRANKFORT, KY - Kentucky State Parks will host the 2012 Unbridled Adventure Race Series, four adventure races that will test participants physical and mental skills for beginners and advanced racers.

This series is being conducted at Kentucky State Parks in partnership with the Kentucky Office of Adventure Tourism and Flying Squirrel Adventures.

Each race will include mountain biking on trail and road, trekking on and off trail, paddling on flat or slow moving water, and navigation with topo map and compass. A given race may also include a short life-jacket-assisted swim or other discipline for which no special expertise is required.

Races are open to individuals or teams of two, three or four people. All races are United States Adventure Racing Association sanctioned and qualify for points in the USARA national standings. Additionally, Unbridled Adventure is a series that qualifies for additional points under the new USARA guidelines.

June 9, 2012: General Butler State Resort Park, four-hour race

August 11, 2012: Barren River State Resort Park near Glasgow, six-hour race

September 15, 2012: Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, KY, eight-hour race

November 3, 2012: Natural Bridge State Resort Park at Slade, KY, twelve-hour race (This race is called the Fig X and is not recommended for inexperienced racers)

For more information or registration, visit HERE. Registration closes two weeks prior to race day.

CARROLLTON, KY- General Butler State Resort Park will host its first Mudathalon- a 3 mile, 40-obstacle course with a muddy terrain from start to finish on Saturday June 2, 2012.

Participants can take part in Mudathalon as an individual or member of a team. Waves of 100 will start at 8a.m. Participants will face obstacles such as the Mud Slide, Cargo Net Climb, Heaping hay Bales, 40-foot Tunnel of Terror and other fantastic water obstacles. Mudathalon guarrantees you will be dripping in mud from head to toe. General Butler State Resort Park offers a great area for a post-race rinse.

The course is designed for all ability levels and prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women. The top three teams will also be awarded and there is a costume contest.

The registration fee is $75 which includes parking, post-race cookout, medal, T-Shirt, bandana and much more. Participants must be at least 14 years old and those under 18 must have a parent or guardians permission. Charity Team participants can give $10 back to the charity of their choice. Members of the military and eligible for a $5 discount.

For more information, visit this LINK.

Game Day Buffet

Held Saturday, March 31, 2012 @ Two Rivers Restaurant inside Butler Lodge from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. Featuring: Carved Buffalo, Buffalo Ribs, Frog Legs, Fried Catfish, Cornish Game Hens and Alligator Gumbo; Chef Eric Clippert will also be serving up soup, salad and desserts. No advance ticket sales required for this event along with open seating. Pricing is as followed: Adult $19.95 & Child $7.95 (12 and under) plus taxes, beverages are included. Don't worry if someone in your group does not live on the "wild" game side then our Regular Menu will be available.

Special Spring Room Rates
March & April means Spring Break for many families, and General Butler State Resort Park invites you to visit and take advantage of ourSpring Savings! Each of the 53 rooms features a private balcony or patio overlooking the pool or hillside. This hilltop resort is the essence of river town charm, featuring the warm glow of polished brass and rich woodwork. Enjoy our Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts, Hiking Trails and Free Wi-Fi.

Spring Special
Spring Special - Lodge rooms Sunday through Thursday are $44.95. Lodge rooms Friday and Saturday are $69.95. Cottages are 15% off regular rates!!! Room rates are available through April 31st, 2012!
When you purchase our Special Game Buffet, on Saturday March 31st from 4:00-8pm, you're eligible for our Special Rate of $44.95!!

30th KENTUCKY SCOTTISH WEEKEND
MAY 12, 2012

Dedicated to our good friend Alex Beaton who is going through some rough times. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and his wife Linda.

Members of the Board of Directors and its many committees are delighted that you’ve come to sample some of the “auld” country, her customs and traditions. Throughout our friendly and relaxed Weekend, you’ll find many activities which will make you believe you’ve found a wee bit of Scotland on the bonny banks of the Kentucky River. READ MORE

Since securing funding for Butler Lake Greenway Trail, we can finally move forward in developing a public archery range. Read More