Step 1: Access Your Registration Portal

After booking your trip, you'll receive a confirmation email and, if needed, reminder emails. Both emails contain a personalized registration link that takes you directly to your guest registration portal.

Simply click the blue registration link in your email to begin.
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Tip: Keep your confirmation email handy. It's the quickest way to access your trip details and registration information.
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This is the standard format for the confirmation email:

This is the standard format for the reminder email:

Step 3: Complete Guest Registration

If you're registering yourself or a minor child, click "Start Registration" and complete the requested information.

Typical registration details include:

• First and last name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Gender
• Birth date

Depending on your activity, you may also be asked for:

Dietary Restrictions:
This field only appears for activities that include meals or food service.

PFD Weight Class:
Your Personal Flotation Device (PFD) size is selected based on weight class to ensure a proper fit and maximum safety during water activities.
Be sure to review all information for accuracy before submitting.

Step 4: Invite Other Guests to Register

Group leaders can make registration easier by inviting other participants to complete their own registration.
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Simply select "Invite to Register" and enter:

• Guest's first name
• Guest's last name
• Guest's email address

For unrelated minors, use a parent or guardian's email address.
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Once invitations are sent, each guest will receive their own registration link and can complete the process independently.

Step 5: Check Registration Status to Ensure Completion

Registration isn't complete until all required forms and waivers have been signed.
Each participant should complete:

• Guest Registration
• Electronic Waiver Forms (if applicable)

You can return to "My Activities" at any time within the portal to review your registration status and verify that all forms have been completed. Completed registration and forms will show green checkmarks next to each section. 

Below is an example of what completed registration and release forms will look like:

Need to Change a Guest Name?

If someone on your reservation can no longer attend and needs to be replaced, you'll need assistance from the reservations team.
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Contact a reservation specialist at 606-526-7238 and request that the original guest be removed from the reservation. Once removed, the spot can be reassigned and registration completed for the correct participant.

Register Early for a Stress-Free Adventure!

Completing registration before arrival helps ensure a faster check-in process and allows our team to prepare for your group's needs. Whether you're rafting, hiking, ziplining, or enjoying one of our many outdoor experiences, having your registration completed ahead of time means more time enjoying the adventure.
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We look forward to seeing you at Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort!

​The important part:
You don’t need a telescope. You don’t need equipment. You just need a clear, dark sky and a little patience.

​How to Watch a Meteor Shower (Without Overthinking It)

A lot of people miss meteor showers because they make it more complicated than it needs to be.

Here’s what actually works:

1. Get away from bright lights
Streetlights, parking lots, and even your neighbor’s porch light can ruin your night vision. The darker it is, the more meteors you’ll see.

2. Give your eyes time to adjust
It takes about 20–30 minutes for your eyes to fully adapt to the dark. Avoid looking at your phone during that time.

3. Don’t look straight at the radiant
Look slightly away from where the meteors originate—you’ll often see longer, brighter streaks.

4. Be comfortable
Bring a chair or lay back on a blanket. If you’re uncomfortable, you won’t stay long enough to see much.

5. Be patient
Meteor showers come in waves. You might see three in a minute… then none for five. Stick with it.

Where to go in South-central KY, or North Central TN for good meteor viewing:

Pickett CCC Memorial State Park (TN) is a certified International Dark Sky Park and one of the darkest spots in the region. Its remote location and protected skies make it ideal for seeing fainter stars and more active meteor showers, especially on clear nights.

The Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area (KY/TN), especially around the Bandy Creek area, is one of the best places in the region for stargazing. The park regularly hosts stargazing events in collaboration with the Knoxville Astronomy Club and the University of Tennessee.

Cumberland Falls State Resort Park (KY) is best known for its moonbow, but it can also be a solid place to catch a meteor shower. While not a dark sky park, areas away from the main lodge and parking lots can still offer surprisingly good night sky views. The tricky part can be finding a good open area without lights.

A Simpler Option: Stay Here & Look Up

If you don’t feel like driving an hour or more in the middle of the night, you don’t have to.

Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort (KY) is not a designated dark sky park, we’re far enough from major city light pollution that the sky still shows up here. especially compared to most towns and suburbs. 

We turn off the public lights on meteor shower nights so you can enjoy the full experience. Just grab a blanket or chairs, move away from any campfires or head over to Firefly Field, and look up into the night sky!

That means:

You’ll still catch plenty of meteors on peak nights
You don’t have to pack up and drive late
You can go from campfire  looking up in about 30 seconds
You can move in and out of the comfort of your lodging while still enjoying the meteor shower.

Q: What does a moonbow look like in real life? Will it be super colorful?
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A: In person, moonbows often look soft and ghostly—more pearl-white than neon. Your eyes aren’t as color-sensitive at night, so the colors can feel muted. Cameras (especially with longer exposures) often reveal more color than you see with the naked eye.

Q: Why is Cumberland Falls so famous for moonbows?

A: Cumberland Falls State Resort Park in Kentucky is one of the most celebrated places in the U.S. to see a moonbow because it can be seen year-round. The falls produces a consistent plume of mist, and the viewing area lines up well when the moon is bright and the sky cooperates.

Q: Do moonbows happen every night at the falls?
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A: Nope—moonbows are picky. They typically require:

• A bright moon (usually from 2 days before to 2 days after a full moon)
• Clear or mostly clear skies
• Enough mist from the falls to catch the light of the moon
• Low humidity helps the moonlight shine through stronger

Q: What time of night is best to catch one?

A: The best viewing window varies depending on moonrise. The moon must be high over the tree line so it can provide enough to light the mist. Each night the moon rises approx an hour later than the night before.

Q: What should I bring for a moonbow trip?
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A: A little prep goes a long way, and can depend on the season:

• A small flashlight or headlamp (red light mode is a bonus)
• Layers (it can feel cooler and damper near the falls at night, especially in winter)
• Shoes with grip (mist + pathways can be slick)
• A camp chair to make yourself more comfortable
• Some snacks in case you get hungry
• A tripod or stable surface if you want photos
• Patience—clouds and mist intensity can change fast

Q: What else can I do at Cumberland Falls besides moonbow-chasing?

A: Make a full day (and night) of it:

• Book a cabin or campsite with Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort
• Visit some of the many scenic overlooks and hiking trails
• Enjoy the occasional wildlife spotting and many river views
• A scenic ride on the Big South Fork Scenic Railway
  
• Then cap it off with the moonbow attempt—like dessert, but for your eyeballs.

Q: What’s the best mindset for a moonbow visit?
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A: Think of it like stargazing: you can plan well, but nature has the final vote. Even if clouds steal the show, you still get a roaring waterfall, night air, and that wild “we’re tiny and the universe is huge” feeling.

As autumn sweeps across southern Kentucky, the Cumberland Falls State Resort Park becomes one of the most breathtaking destinations in the region. Known as The Niagara of the South, Cumberland Falls transforms each fall into a canvas of fiery reds, oranges, and golds. Whether you’re chasing fall color, hiking forest trails, or seeking cozy cabin stays, there’s no better place to stay than Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort — your adventure basecamp in the heart of Kentucky.

🌄 Explore the Beauty of Cumberland Falls in Autumn

Located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, Cumberland Falls is a must-see natural wonder. The 68-foot waterfall cascades powerfully into the Cumberland River, surrounded by towering hardwoods that glow with brilliant fall foliage from late September through early November.
By day, you can watch sunlit rainbows dance in the mist, and by night, experience the world-famous moonbow — a rare lunar rainbow that appears only under a full moon. Photographers, hikers, and nature lovers alike will find endless opportunities to capture the magic of fall.

🏕 Stay at Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort: Comfort Meets Adventure

Just minutes from the falls, Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort offers some of the best Cumberland Falls lodging options for every kind of traveler.

• Resort Cabins - Perfect for that 'home away from home' feeling. For those that enjoy all the comforts of home, on their vacation.
• Rustic Cabins & Covered Wagons – Perfect for couples or families who want modern comfort in a rustic setting.
• RV Sites & Campgrounds – Enjoy the crisp fall air and starlit nights beside your own campfire.

The resort’s friendly staff and family-friendly atmosphere make it one of the top-rated places to stay near Cumberland Falls.

🚣 Fall Adventures You’ll Love

Autumn is the perfect season to explore the outdoors in Kentucky. With mild temperatures and stunning views, there’s no shortage of things to do near Cumberland Falls:

• Zipline Tours – Fly through the fall canopy for unbeatable bird’s-eye views.
• Hiking – Explore Eagle Falls, located within Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, or trek your way to Dog Slaughter Falls, located within the Daniel Boone National Forest. Needing more to see? Venture on over to the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area for one of their many hiking trails like Yahoo or Princess Falls. 
• Canoeing & Kayaking – Paddle calm stretches of river surrounded by brilliant fall color.
• Campfires & Stargazing – Wind down your day under a blanket of stars.

Whether you’re seeking adventure or tranquility, Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort makes it easy to connect with nature this fall.

🍂 Plan Your Kentucky Fall Getaway Today

When it comes to fall vacations in Kentucky, few places rival the combination of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and cozy lodging that you’ll find in Corbin, Ky near Cumberland Falls and Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort.

Come experience the crisp mountain air, the vibrant colors of the Daniel Boone National Forest, and the peaceful rhythm of the river.

​👉 Book your stay at Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort and discover why this hidden gem is one of Kentucky’s best fall getaways.

6) You love work so much that you don't want to leave at the end of your work day. 
"Has anyone seen           ? His Mom is on the phone."
"Go check in the back. I think he is still here."

7) You love work so much, you hand out in your off time.
OK guys - you can take your PFD's off now. Your next trip isn't until tomorrow.

8) You can make a difference in your customers' lives.
Seriously. As I was going through pictures for this blog, I came across a picture that a guide had been tagged in by a customer on the trip. In the comments was, 'We were best friends with her by the beginning of the rafting trip.'