August at State Parks

Each month the good folks at Louisiana State Parks send us a listing of information for all the programs taking place at park properties during the month to come. The August calendar contains upwards of seventy-five programs, ranging from dutch oven-cooking demonstrations to guided birdwatching hikes, to primitive woodworking, canoe tours, and living-history sessions. So don't spend this time of year indoors; visit the wide open spaces cared for by the State Parks system. Here is a small sampling of adventures on offer.

• August 1, Forgotten Lives, Audubon State Historic Site, St. Francisville: Park Rangers will be on hand to give tours of the slave cabins and discuss family life along with life on the plantation. This program is geared towards an adult and young adult audience. The program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Limit to 9 people to group and masks are strongly suggested. 1 pm and 2 pm. (225) 635-3739.

• August 15, Nature Trail Guided Walk, Audubon State Historic Site, St. Francisville: A guide will conduct a walking tour of the grounds and discuss the plants, birds, animals and insects that can be seen along the way. Each walk is limited to 9 people to group and masks are strongly suggested. 1 pm and 2 pm. (225) 635-3739.

• August 29, A Visit to Locust Grove Cemetery, Audubon State Historic Site, St. Francisville: The site will be open during this time only and a Ranger will be on duty to answer questions and give a short introduction to the Historic cemetery and all its inhabitants to all visitors. Please remember the site has no facilities. Talks are limited to groups sized 9 or less and masks are required. 2 pm–4 pm. (225) 635-3739.

Visit crt.state.la.us/louisiana-state-parks for a full list.