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Road Scholar Retreats: Corbin, Kentucky Road Scholar Retreats: Nancy, Kentucky
CUMBERLAND FALLS STATE RESORT PARK LAKE CUMBERLAND 4-H EDUCATIONAL CENTER
Make the Appalachian A Seamless Blend of Folk Art
Mountains Your Classroom and History
Kentucky’s favorite son, frontiersman Daniel Boone, could In southern Kentucky where the Cumberland Plateau
as easily been talking about the Cumberland Falls State descends to Bluegrass Country, the arts of Appalachia
Resort Park when he said, “Heaven must be a Kentucky continue to inspire new generations of craftspeople and
kind of place.” Kentuckians’ closely held secret is this state performers. Road Scholars join folklorists, naturalists,
park that is also a history-rich Road Scholar destination. artists and performers to sample and the learn the music,
Here, Appalachian culture comes to life on field trips art, culture and craft of Kentucky’s distinctive heritage. The
experiencing customs and natural beauty — none more so gathering spot is the Lake Cumberland 4-H Center, on a
than a 125-foot-wide waterfall, the “Niagara of the South.” pristine campus enclosed by a bend in Lake Cumberland.
On a clear night under a full moon, a magical “moonbow” Learning is interspersed with taking in the view from a
appears as a whispering mist kisses your face. rocking chair and walking to the lakeside for sunset views.
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Lake Cumberland 4-H Educational Center
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Cumberland Falls State Resort Park Lodging: Stone-and-timber lodge with homey rooms
that sleep up to four with private bathroom.
Lodging: Lovely Kentucky state park lodge with full Good to Know: No TV or phone in guest rooms.
amenities and massive stone fireplaces in common areas. Widescreen TV in lobby area; courtesy phone at front
Good to Know: Alcohol is prohibited in public areas desk. Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the center.
and not sold on the property; participants allowed to Limited cell phone service. Housekeeping once a week.
bring their own. Housekeeping once a week. Most meals Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
served buffet-style; bus own table.
Go online for more programs, activity levels
Go online for more programs, activity levels and details:
and details: www.roadscholar.org/cumberland www.roadscholar.org/lakecumberland4h
Cumberland Falls and Traditions, Legends Mountain Dulcimer Rendezvous: Appalachian Folkways
and Music of Appalachia Let’s Get Together! Discover Appalachian culture in Kentucky,
Based out of a hemlock beam lodge in Daniel Boone National Forest, explore Cumberland Falls and Learn to play the Appalachian dulcimer — a where you’ll meet musicians, enjoy folk-
the surrounding region. Plus, learn about Appalachian culture through music and lectures. four-stringed instrument made by Scotch- culture classes, learn traditional dances and
Irish immigrants — and enjoy lessons, speak with locals about their enduring way of
performances and opportunities for jamming life.
Length: 6 days/5 nights Program No. 6722ATH with locals.
Meals: 14 total
Length: 6 days/5 nights
2020 Dates: Mar 29-Apr 3, Sep 27-Oct 2, Nov 1-6 Length: 6 days/5 nights Meals: 15 total
Meals: 15 total Program No. 8252ATH
Per-person pricing starts at Program No. 1472ATH
$649 DBL | +$100 SGL 2020 Dates: Aug 2-7, Oct 11-16
2020 Dates: Apr 5-10, Nov 8-13
Per-person pricing starts at
$729 DBL | +$100 SGL
Per-person pricing starts at
Five Extras That Make All Road Scholar Retreat Programs Unique $679 DBL | +$100 SGL
4 ENERGIZE YOUR 4 MEET WITH AND 4 SIT DOWN FOR AN 4 ENJOY A LIVE 4 PAY ONLY $100
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