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  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers preparing for possible October 1 nationwide closure of USACE-operated campgrounds and day-use parks

    WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is preparing for the closure of all USACE-operated campgrounds and day-use parks nationwide beginning Tuesday, October 1, if the potential shutdown of the federal government for lack of fiscal 2014 funding legislation goes into effect. Affected recreation areas would not reopen until after the shutdown is lifted

  • Hunter Ethics

    CARLYLE LAKE - As the traditional hunting season moves into full swing this fall, hunters are reminded of their obligation to practice ethical and safe hunting while in the field. Remember, your personal ethics might not match your neighbors, but certain guidelines do pertain to all hunters.

  • Carlyle Lake Get Fit Weekend

    CARLYLE LAKE - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Carlyle Lake is celebrating First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move Outside Campaign by hosting a “Get Fit Weekend” Saturday and Sunday, September 28-29, 2013 in the Dam West Recreation Area. This event is held in partnership with Body by Boyd of Carlyle, Illinois and Trailnet of St. Louis Missouri.

  • Blood Drive Donors to Receive Free Camping

    Carlyle Lake – The American Red Cross in cooperation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday, September 19, 2013 at the Carlyle Lake Visitor Center from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The American Red Cross works diligently every day to keep an adequate supply of blood, especially in preparation for the summer recreation months when donations are needed. In the U.S. today, a blood transfusion is needed every two seconds. The need for blood is ongoing—24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give the gift of life to help meet the demand.

  • Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers Confluence Heritage Area Dedication

    CARLYLE LAKE – On Friday, September 13, 2013, the Corps of Engineers and Lower Kaskaskia Stakeholders Incorporated (LKSI) will be hosting a dedication ceremony for the Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers Confluence Heritage Area. Lower Kaskaskia Stakeholders Inc. (LKSI) President Ryan Ford and Lieutenant Colonel Aaron Wolf, Deputy Commander of the St. Louis District Corps of Engineers will speak at the event. The dedication will take place at the Confluence Heritage Area (located at the Kaskaskia River Project) at 2:00 p.m. and last approximately 60 minutes.

  • Weekend Activities at Carlyle Lake

    CARLYLE LAKE - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Carlyle Lake Project offers an abundance of recreation opportunities for lake visitors. Dam West, Coles Creek, and Boulder Campgrounds are open with sites available on a first-come-first-serve basis and through reservation by calling the National Recreation Reservation Service at 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov. McNair and Dam East Campgrounds are open on a first-come-first-serve basis. The Eldon Hazlet State Park is also open and has sites available first-come, first-serve or online at www.reserveamerica.com

  • 13th Annual Kaskaskia Watershed Association Showcase

    CARLYLE LAKE - The Kaskaskia Watershed Association, Inc. will hold its 13th Annual Showcase on Friday, September 6, 2013 at the Kaskaskia River Marina located in New Athens, Illinois. The event is open to the public and hosted by the Kaskaskia Watershed Association, Inc. (KWA) and the Lower Kaskaskia Stakeholder, Inc (LKSI). Registration and lunch begin at 11:00 a.m.; a $15.00 registration fee covers the cost of lunch and refreshments. Immediately following lunch, a three hour barge tour to view areas along the Kaskaskia River will be offered.

  • Weekend Activities at Carlyle Lake

    CARLYLE LAKE - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Carlyle Lake Project offers an abundance of recreation opportunities for lake visitors. Dam West, Coles Creek, and Boulder Campgrounds are open with sites available on a first-come-first-serve basis and through reservation by calling the National Recreation Reservation Service at 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov. McNair and Dam East Campgrounds are open on a first-come-first-serve basis. The Eldon Hazlet State Park is also open and has sites available first-come, first-serve or online at www.reserveamerica.com

  • Temporary Closure of Dam East Boat Ramp, East Spillway, and West Spillway

    CARLYLE LAKE – The Dam East Boat Ramp, West Spillway and East Spillway will be temporarily closed to the general public from 11:30 p.m. on August 14th through noon on August 15th for maintenance. All other boat ramps and facilities will remain open during this timeframe.

  • Weekend Activities at Carlyle Lake

    CARLYLE LAKE - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Carlyle Lake Project offers an abundance of recreation opportunities for lake visitors. Dam West, Coles Creek, and Boulder Campgrounds are open with sites available on a first-come-first-serve basis and through reservation by calling the National Recreation Reservation Service at 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov. McNair and Dam East Campgrounds are open on a first-come-first-serve basis. The Eldon Hazlet State Park is also open and has sites available on a first-come-first-serve basis or online at www.reserveamerica.com.