Registration is required for all events. Programs are limited to 15 participants. All events are $4 per person or $10 per family unless otherwise noted. Call 859-351-7770 to register or for more information.

We don't have any programs scheduled for June.  To arrange a private tour, please call 859-351-7770.  Here is a list of our most recent programs to give you an idea of what we offer.

Wildflowers and Their History w/ Native Americans w/ Tommy Kuhlman

When: Saturday, Mar. 27, 2010

Start time: 1 p.m. EDT

Native Americans used many of our native plants for food, medicine, fiber, ceremonies, and much more.  Floracliff field tech, Tommy Kuhlman, will discuss many of these uses with a focus on what's in bloom.

Mid-week Wildflower Hike

When: Tuesday, Mar 30, 2010

Start time: 10 a.m. EDT

This will be a chance to catch the spring wildflower display at its peak for those with some free time during the week.

Wildflower Folklore w/ Ryan Quire

When: Saturday, April 3, 2010

Start time: 1 p.m. EDT

Many of our wildflowers have interesting historical uses and superstitions or neat stories about how they were named.  Floracliff field tech, Ryan Quire, will discuss the fun facts of wildflowers on this hike to Elk Lick Creek.

Pollinators w/ James Wagner

When: Saturday, April 10, 2010

Start time: 10 a.m. EDT

Join James Wagner, Professor of Biology at Transylvania University, for a program about pollinators and their relationships with the spring wildflowers.

Wildflower hike w/ Brian Yahn

When: Saturday, April 17, 2010

Start time: 10 a.m. EDT

Brian Yahn, ecologist with the Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission, will lead this wildflower hike.  Celandine poppies, dwarf larkspur, nodding trilliums, and shooting stars should be in full bloom!

Herpetology w/ Zeb Weese

Saturday, May 1, 2010

Start time: 9 a.m. EDT

Zeb Weese, eastern regional preserve manager with the Kentucky State Nature Preserves will lead this program to find some of our native frogs, snakes, salamanders, and turtles in the pond and Elk Lick Creek.  He usually brings a snake with him just in case we don't find one. This program is one the entire family will enjoy.

Birding w/ Hank Yacek

When: Saturday, May 8, 2010

Start time: 8:30 a.m. EDT

Spring migrants and other birds will be identified by sight and sound on this hike led by Hank Yacek.  He will also discuss which birds to expect in various habitat types.  If you have a pair of binoculars, bring them along.

Mushrooms for Beginners

When: Sunday, May 16th, 2010

Start time: 1 p.m. EDT

Preserve Manager Beverly James will lead this hike to search for spring mushrooms and discuss their basic identifying characteristics as well as some fun facts regarding their role in the forest, human uses, and more. 

No programs currently scheduled.

The first Saturday of every month @ 10 a.m EDT (excluding July and August)

Upcoming dates: September 4th, October 2nd, November 6th, and December 4th

Volunteer activities will involve assisting with the removal of exotic plants from the preserve. This is part of an ongoing effort to protect our native species and we rely on the help of volunteers. Please call ahead to register and receive more information at 859-351-7770. If you are interested in helping out on any other day, give us a call and we can work something out!