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  • Lake Shelbyville Dove Hunt Applications Available

    Lake Shelbyville – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville will be conducting a dove hunt on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at West Wilborn Creek Dove Field. On September 1, two hunts will take place, one in the morning (6:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.) and one in the afternoon (2 p.m. - 7 p.m.). A permit is required to participate in the hunt. Permit applications can be picked up at the Lake Shelbyville Project Office Monday through Friday 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., or obtained online at http://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Lake-Shelbyville/Recreation/Hunting/.

  • Parking for Lake Shelbyville 4th of July Fireworks

    Lake Shelbyville – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers would like to give a friendly reminder to 4th of July fireworks patrons. Fireworks at Lake Shelbyville will be launched at dusk from Ramp Point, located in Dam West Recreation Area. Lake Shelbyville has compiled a list of locations best suited for viewing the fireworks. Locations include: Dam West Recreation Area, Dam East Recreation Area & Visitor Center, on top of the Lake Shelbyville Dam, and Dam West Overlook.

  • Lake Shelbyville Fireworks Parking

    Parking for Lake Shelbyville 4th of July Fireworks Lake Shelbyville – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers would like to give a friendly reminder to 4th of July fireworks patrons. Fireworks at Lake Shelbyville will be launched at dusk from Ramp Point, located in Dam West Recreation Area.

  • Dog Show Planned at Lake Shelbyville

    Lake Shelbyville – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is inviting area residents and their canine pets to join them for the 24th annual Lake Shelbyville Dog Days of Summer Dog Show on Saturday, July 7, 2018.

  • Lake Shelbyville Kids Fishing Tournament

    Lake Shelbyville – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville is hosting a free fishing tournament for children under 13 on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Opossum Pond. The pond is located near the entrance to the Opossum Creek Recreation Area. Participants are encouraged to pre-register by calling 217-774-3951 ext. 2, though it is not mandatory.

  • Boaters Can Earn $75 Cash

    Lake Shelbyville - You can earn $75.00 for approximately two hours of your time participating in a focus group session if you are an adult male boater between the ages of 20 and 60, who is available on the afternoon of April 28, 2018. The Corps of Engineers Natural Resources Education Foundation, doing business as The Corps Foundation, is working in cooperation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct a focus group session with men who don’t always wear a life jacket while boating and swimming. We are seeking feedback on our “Life Jackets Worn…Nobody Mourns” campaign products, including a new mobile game app.

  • Lake Shelbyville to host Pack the Park at Coon Creek Campground

    Lake Shelbyville – Camping season is finally upon us. To celebrate, Lake Shelbyville, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will provide free camping during Pack the Park at Coon Creek Campground on May 10-12th, 2018. Campsites will be available on a first come, first served basis Thursday through Saturday night. Paid camping will resume on Sunday, May 13.

  • Lake Shelbyville Fish Habitat Public Meeting

    Lake Shelbyville – On March 20th at 6:00 p.m., the Lake Shelbyville Fish Habitat Alliance will host a public meeting at the Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center to discuss the status and upcoming fish habitat projects. Lake Shelbyville Fish Habitat Alliance (LSFHA) is made up of fishing clubs, individuals, businesses, government agencies, and organizations looking to improve fishery at Lake Shelbyville.

  • Lake Shelbyville Seeks Volunteers

    Lake Shelbyville – Enjoy the outdoors? Looking for a quiet place to RV this summer? The U.S Army Corps of Engineers, Lake Shelbyville, is looking for volunteers to help take care of Opossum Creek Campground, and Lithia Springs Campground at Lake Shelbyville.

  • Lake Shelbyville Fish Habitat Public Meeting

    Lake Shelbyville – On March 20th at 6:00 p.m., the Lake Shelbyville Fish Habitat Alliance will host a public meeting at the Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center to discuss the status and upcoming fish habitat projects. Lake Shelbyville Fish Habitat Alliance (LSFHA) is made up of fishing clubs, individuals, businesses, government agencies, and organizations looking to improve fishery at Lake Shelbyville.