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LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (WLKY) — A flyer found in Indiana claims the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) is planning a gathering in Kentucky’s Daniel Boone National Forest next weekend, but federal officials say no one has requested permission to hold such an event.
Kristina Muhlenkamp, who lives in Portland, Indiana, shared a photo of the flyer on social media after reportedly finding it in front of her home.
The flyer advertises an event hosted by the Trinity White Knights of the Ku Klux Klan (TWK) and says the group plans to hold a gathering in eastern Kentucky at Daniel Boone National Forest.
TWK is a white supremacist organization that promotes racist and extremist beliefs.
The group is one of several modern-day factions using the KKK name.
Although the KKK’s membership and influence have declined significantly from its peak in the early 20th century, there are still various Klan factions that continue to pass out “recruitment materials” and organize gatherings across the country.
The flyer for the alleged event states “Native, White Protestants” are welcome and that there will be a “cross lighting at dark.”
The wording on the flyer matches an announcement published by TWK, which says the event is a celebration in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
After reviewing the flyer, WLKY reached out to the U.S. Forest Service for more information.
In a statement, officials said they became aware of the event flyers in early July.
However, the agency said no one has contacted the Forest Service to request a permit or permission to hold that type of event on National Forest System lands.
Officials noted that because the Daniel Boone National Forest includes a mix of federally managed land and privately owned property, it is possible an event could be planned on private property located within the forest without taking place on federal land.
The Forest Service said special use permits are required for noncommercial events involving more than 75 people on land within the National Forest System. Events with fewer than 75 participants generally do not require a permit.
The Forest Service also said its Law Enforcement and Investigations personnel are investigating reports of the planned event to ensure all rules and regulations are followed.
According to the agency, similar flyers circulated on social media in the spring of 2025.
No permit or permission was requested at that time either, and officials said they were unable to confirm whether that event ever took place.
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