Outdoor Resources

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ORAC Library

Want to research a topic about the outdoors? ORAC offers a resource library filled with numerous outdoor related books, maps, and DVD's.  If you're planning a trip of your own, stop by to see if we have a resource to aid in your trip planning. Most of our staff are well versed in places to play both in the area and around the U.S. All books and DVD's can be rented free of charge.

Warren County Blueways

Check out this website for information about all of the different paddling opportunities in Warren County.  Don't forget to check the weather!

 

NOAA River Conditions

Check out this website for water conditions on river all across the U.S., including local rivers such as Drakes Creek, Barren River, and Green River.  Don't forget to check the weather when trip planning!

 

American Whitewater

Check this website for information about whitewater stream water levels, put-ins and take-outs, rapid description, and more.  Don't forget to check the weather!

 

Mountain Bike Project

Use this website when you're looking for information about all of the mountain bike routes, whether in KY or elsewhere in the U.S.  Don't forget to check the weather!

 

Mountain Project 

Use this website for information about where to rock climb.  Find descriptions of routes, difficulty levels, and descriptions of climbing destinations all on one website.

Leave No Trace

The member-driven Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics teaches people of all ages how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly, and is the most widely accepted outdoor ethics program used on public lands.