Interested in ghost hunting and paranormal investigations? Big Bone Lick State Historic Site in Boone County has just the thing.
The park and Kentucky Paranormal Research Activity Team (PART) will host four “ghost hunts” starting May 7. Participants will learn about the various facets of ghost hunting, become familiar with commonly used tools during the investigation, as well as park history.
Ghost hunters will go inside the Big Bone Methodist Church and visit two historic cemeteries on park grounds. The program runs from 8 p.m. to midnight and cameras are welcome.
Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Deadline for registration is the Thursday before the event. Cost is $20 per person.
The program will also be offered June 11, Aug. 6 and Oct. 1.
Call the park at 859-384-3522 to make reservations. Information is also available at Big Bone Lick State Historic Site’s website.
Big Bone Lick is an Ice Age showcase and the birthplace of American vertebrate paleontology. It features a museum/visitor’s center, 62-site campground, hiking trails, special events, and seasonal recreational and interpretive programs. The park is located near Union, KY. Take Exit 171 off I-75 and follow signs along Highway 338 approximately 7 miles to the park.
The Kentucky State Park System is composed of 49 state parks plus an interstate park shared with Virginia. The Department of Parks, an agency of the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, operates 17 resort parks with lodges -- more than any other state. For more information on Kentucky parks, visit our website at: http://www.parks.ky.gov
(story provided by Kentucky State Parks)
