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Friday, September 26, 2014
Southwest Louisiana has a multitude of events and attractions sure to scare you and thrill you this Halloween season. From climbing aboard the USS Orleck's haunted ship, or partaking in the theatrical production of Macabaret, to harvest events for the children, there's something for all ages. The Lost Hollows has a fun, Spooky Timbers trail for children and another more frightening side called the Deadly Pines trail that winds through the woods. To kick off this haunt season, below is a few questions and answers from The Lost Hollows.
1. How did the concept of The Lost Hollows come to be a reality?
Years ago, after purchasing land in Lake Charles, we considered creating a hay maze unlike anything that had ever been seen before; however, after gathering research we realized our grand hay maze would not financially support itself. During a brainstorming session about what else we might be able to offer the community, we came up with the idea of a haunted attraction. Since we didn't have a building to create a haunted house, we began researching haunted trails throughout Louisiana and Texas, attending some of the country's largest haunt conventions. After a year of extensive planning, we opened our trails in 2012.
2. Where do you find inspiration for the trails?
Much of our inspiration comes from other haunted attractions around the country. We borrow ideas from these haunts, making each concept our own by twisting them into unique visions.
3. What would you say is the scariest part of the trail?
This is always a difficult question to answer. Depending on your phobias, different parts of the Deadly Pines trail will be more terrifying than others. That being said, many people find the slaughter house and circus area the most frightening parts of the trail.
4. Will the trail have any new experiences this year? Expansions? Special Activities?
Though some sections of the trails are similar to last year's, staff members work year-round to make sure the experience is bigger and better than the previous season. This year, our major expansions on Deadly Pines can be found in the cemetery, junkyard and circus. We have also made our all-ages trail, Spooky Timbers, longer.
5. Who scares easier guys or girls?
Girls tend to scare easiest; but we have witnessed many grown men cowering behind their dates, pushing everyone out of the way as they run past in fear. We always know a good night by the amount of shoes we find along the trail left by people who were in too big a hurry to exit and too scared to turn back to retrieve them.6. Does the trail need volunteers? If so, how would I sign up?
We are ALWAYS looking for volunteers. For more information, visit the volunteer page on our website (http://thelosthollows.com/volunteer.html)!WEBSITE: www.TheLostHollows.com
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/TheLostHollows
TWITTER: www.twitter.com/TheLostHollows
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/TheLostHollows
For details on all the Halloween events in Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana, go to www.visitlakecharles.org/boo.
Monday, March 24, 2014
*Adapted from www.movoto.com
and Mitchel Broussard
Lake Charles mixes
small town charm, exciting nightlife and outdoor adventure into a combination
that will have you packing before you finish reading this list.
1. This Town Doesn't Stay Down
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| www.monsoursphotography.net |
Lake Charles has been around for
centuries, but it's the town that almost wasn't after a devastating fire back in 1910. But these people are made of strong stuff. They rebuilt and bounced
right back. Now the city is a booming industrial educational center.
2. Who Needs Vegas When You Have Lake Charles?
3. Lake Charles Has ALL The Golf
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| Gray Plantation on Louisiana's Audubon Golf Trail |
Southwest Louisiana has a total of five
public courses for fulfilling all of your ESPN-fantasy needs. There are also a
handful of family putt-putt courses for everyone else.
4. You Can Take A Deep Breath
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| Brenda LaFleur |
The Creole Nature Trail, colloquially
known as "Louisiana's Outback," is one of the first official scenic byways in
the country. The 180-mile driving tour offers fishing, boating, bird watching,
and even crabbing. Tours are open year round so the views and wildlife are
constantly changing.
5. The Best Snacks You've Never Had
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| Jeff Benoit, B&O's Kitchen and Grocery |
This may sound a little off-putting at
first, but hear me out: Boudin is made of pork meat, liver, rice, onions,
parsley, and seasonings like salt, peppers and garlic powder. It's delicious,
and a staple in Lake Charles along the Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail. Soon
to be one of your favorites.
6. Two Words: Mardi Gras
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| www.lindseyjanies.com |
7. But Don't Worry, Lake Charles Still Has Class...
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| Spring Art Walk |
The galleries in Lake Charles are
constantly shifting around their art to make sure you're never bored. The
Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center showcases exhibits from around
the world, and of course local artists' work too.
8. Learn About History
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| DeQuincy Railroad Museum |
9. A Pirate's Life For Lake Charles
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| www.contrabanddays.com |
10. You Can Still See Men In Tights Here
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| Cameron Durham |
The Lake Charles Civic Ballet is just
what the doctor ordered for those looking for a night of high culture in southern
Louisiana: The classical music (by the Lake Charles Symphony), the ridiculous
costumes-they even put on a ballet version of "Rudolph the Red-Nosed
Reindeer" last December.
11. You'll See A Larger-Than-Life Relic Of US History
The USS Orleck had her glory days back
in the 1800s and served in Vietnam and Korea, but nowadays she's a constant
reminder in the Calcasieu River of the dedication of the armed forces. The ship
also turns into a haunted ghost ship every Halloween, which is pretty much
about as terrifying as it sounds.
12. This City Will Have You Dancing All Night
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| www.lindseyjanies.com |
13. It's Even Produced A Few Famous Musicians
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| Joshua Ledet at the Burton Complex |
14. The Grocery Stores Aren't Like Yours
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| Sausage Link |
See a wide range of Louisiana-grown rice available
to the public, an assortment of hot sauces, the roux section, and a variety of
different meat and seafood sold. Local
grocers stuff chicken and pork chops with boudin, sausage and other tasty delicacies.
Lake Charles also has a glowing
admiration for farmers and all of the fruit, veggies, jams, spices, soaps, and
other goodies they make. The city hosts two farmers markets that run weekly for
most of the year, where you can find what you need and discover stuff you
didn't even know you wanted.
15. Lake Charles Throws The Rule Book Out The Window
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| www.monsoursphotography.net |
Friday, October 5, 2012
Every
October in Southwest Louisiana, attractions and events get into the ‘Spirit’ of
Halloween! This year is no different, and there is even an additional
attraction that is sure to please
Lake Charles now plays host to two premier haunted attractions, the USS Orleck and The Lost Hollows. This year the USS Orleck Naval Museum which traditionally houses laser tag has been transformed into the BLUDD VESSEL. One month a year they open up the bowels of the ship to release the horrors trapped within. This year an experiment has gone horribly wrong and for those who climb aboard, sheer terror waits! For more information on prices and schedule visit http://orleck.org/bludd_vessel.aspx
The Lost Hollows represents a new face on the Halloween scene. The Lost Hollows features two trails, the Spooky Timbers and the Deadly Pines that you can experience every weekend in October. A firsthand experience of these trails lets me assure you that this first year attraction will not disappoint. Without giving to much info away, the Spooky Timbers offers a fun, family-friendly trail for children of all ages that can be revisited throughout the night. For a more heart pounding experience, Deadly Pines winds its way through the woods and into your darkest fears. For more information on prices and schedule visit http://www.thelosthollows.com/
In addition to these two attractions in the area, there are additional events such as Halloween Costume Parties and Contests, Trunk or Treats, Pumpkin Patches, and Zombie Walk just to name a few. For a list of events visit http://www.visitlakecharles.org/boo/
Lake Charles now plays host to two premier haunted attractions, the USS Orleck and The Lost Hollows. This year the USS Orleck Naval Museum which traditionally houses laser tag has been transformed into the BLUDD VESSEL. One month a year they open up the bowels of the ship to release the horrors trapped within. This year an experiment has gone horribly wrong and for those who climb aboard, sheer terror waits! For more information on prices and schedule visit http://orleck.org/bludd_vessel.aspx
The Lost Hollows represents a new face on the Halloween scene. The Lost Hollows features two trails, the Spooky Timbers and the Deadly Pines that you can experience every weekend in October. A firsthand experience of these trails lets me assure you that this first year attraction will not disappoint. Without giving to much info away, the Spooky Timbers offers a fun, family-friendly trail for children of all ages that can be revisited throughout the night. For a more heart pounding experience, Deadly Pines winds its way through the woods and into your darkest fears. For more information on prices and schedule visit http://www.thelosthollows.com/
In addition to these two attractions in the area, there are additional events such as Halloween Costume Parties and Contests, Trunk or Treats, Pumpkin Patches, and Zombie Walk just to name a few. For a list of events visit http://www.visitlakecharles.org/boo/
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