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Salato Wildlife Center hosts Wildlife Olympics Aug. 17, 2013

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources invites children to take part in the Wildlife Olympics from 10am-1pmCT/11am-2pmET, Saturday, August 17, 2013, at the Salato Wildlife Education Center, 1 Game Farm Road, Frankfort, KY, Frankfort.


Participants can test their strengths and abilities at activities set up at select outdoor exhibits while learning about the capabilities of Kentucky's wildlife. Activities are designed for children ages 3 to 16. Participants will be divided into three age categories. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in the grip strength, casting accuracy, long jump, timed race and archery events.

No registration is required. The event is included with general admission into the center.

The Salato Center is operated by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. The center is located off U.S. 60, approximately 1 1/2 miles west of the U.S. 127 intersection. Look for the bronze deer statue at the entrance of the main Kentucky Fish and Wildlife campus.

Hours are 8am-4pmCT/9am-5pmET, Tuesday through Friday, and /9am-4pmCT/10am-5pmET Saturday. Salato is closed on Sunday, Monday and state holidays. Admission is $4 for adults and $2 for youth 5 to 18. Children under 5 are admitted free. The center also offers annual memberships for individuals and families.


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