The Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Programs
co-hosted with The Louisiana Office of State Parks
LOCATION
Each event is held at either of the following state parks in Louisiana:
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park
is in an idyllic setting alongside the Atchafalaya Basin near St. Martinville.
Participants are housed in waterfront cabins, each of which has a screen porch,
a full kitchen, and a fireplace. There are also many sites available for camping
in tents or trailers, complete with water and electricity. A primitive group
campsite is also available. The park is noted for its wildlife and the natural
beauty of its swamps and bayous. It provides a perfect setting in which to
experience the true power of Louisiana’s natural environment.
Photographs
Driving Directions
Chicot State Park
has Lake Chicot within its
boundaries and is located near Ville Platte. The site has an Equestrian
Trail and is also next door to the 300-acre Louisiana State Arboretum, an
area devoted to a living, natural exhibition of over 150 species of plant
life native to Louisiana. Participants are housed in either dormitories or
cabins with a full kitchen. There are also many sites available for camping
in tents or trailers, complete with water and electricity. Primitive
campsites located on the extensive hiking/backpacking trail which surrounds
the Lake, are also available.
Driving Directions
Upcoming Program:
April 21 - 27, 2006 at Chicot State Park, Ville Platte, Louisiana