Events

Spring Wildflower Hike

Scott's Gap 13473 Scotts Gap Rd,, Louisville, KY, United States

The wildflowers are blooming! See these elusive spring beauties before they’re gone! Join us for a wildflower hike in Scott’s Gap where will explore the hillsides and creek banks searching for the flowers that only show themselves this time of year. This will be an easy to moderate out and back hike on uneven terrain with a couple of small creek crossings. Bring: water Optional: hiking poles, snack Please note there are no restroom facilities at this location. Program meets in the Scott’s Gap parking lot. Fee: $10/person For ages 9 and up. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Preregistration required online or by calling: 502-368-5404

Dusk Tree Hike (Tree Week Event)

Horine Conference Center 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Come explore the Horine Reservation trees at Jefferson Memorial Forest on a dusk hike with volunteer Brian Whitehouse. Participants will get a chance to learn more about the crepuscular creatures that utilize trees as their home in the forest! Hike will be no more than 1.5 miles and on easy terrain. Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404. FREE Program meets at the Horine Reservation Parking Lot. 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd., Fairdale KY 40118

Forest Adventure Campout

Horine Program Field 12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Join us for fall color and outdoor fun at Jefferson Memorial Forest during the Forest Adventure Campout, presented by Wilderness Louisville on Saturday, October 21st, beginning at 2:00 p.m. Explore the forest, show off your costume, and sleep under the stars! Activities include archery, guided hikes, a climbing wall, pumpkin decorating, hayrides, and more! This event is free and open to the public. There will be a food truck and West Sixth on site. Families are encouraged to pitch a tent and stay overnight. $25 will reserve one of the Forest’s family campsites and for $15, campers can set up in the field in the Horine Reservation. This year, Forest Adventure Campout will serve as an outdoor gear donation site. Have gently used gear you no longer need? Donate at the event and receive a free program voucher for a JMF program. Gear Donation Guidelines • As a general rule, only donate items that you would give to a close friend or family member. • Items must be in good condition and functioning properly (working zippers, no dog or cat hair, clean and no holes or tears — check pockets). • We do not accept any team/ball sports or motorized sports equipment or “everyday” clothing (like sweatpants, leggings, and hoodies) We accept: • Outdoor Clothing for Kids and Adults: Rain jackets, snow coats, hiking pants, thermal layers, flannels, hiking gloves, socks, sun/rain/winter hats; all-season outdoor branded clothing • Outdoor Footwear: Hiking boots, climbing shoes, trail running shoes, snow boots • Camping Gear: Tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, hiking packs, headlamps, camp stoves and cooking equipment (must be demonstrated in working condition) • Outdoor Gadgets/Accessories: sunglasses, binoculars, compasses, pocketknives, multi-tools • Fishing Gear: Waders, poles, vests, etc. • Children’s Exploration Tools: hand lenses, bug hotels, etc.

Live Owl Program and Prowl

Shawnee Golf Clubhouse 460 Northwestern Parkway, Louisville, KY, United States

Will owls respond if they’re called? Whooooo knows! Join Natural Areas staff for an owl prowl that will begin indoors with a presentation by Raptor Rehab of Kentuckiana. See live owls up close! Learn about these amazing nocturnal predators, their habitats, and behaviors. The evening continues with a hike along well-traveled paths as we call out for these elusive birds. Dress for the weather. Program meets at Shawnee Golf Clubhouse at 460 Northwestern Parkway, Louisville, KY Fee: $5/person For ages 10 and older A parent/ legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404.

Family Birding at Shawnee with Raptor Rehab

Shawnee Golf Clubhouse 460 Northwestern Parkway, Louisville, KY, United States

Come meet and learn about Raptor Rehab’s beautiful birds of prey! Afterward, we will go out and practice birding. Hopefully, we can spot some raptors in the wild! The first half of the program is indoors, and the second half is walking outdoors, so please bring layers to keep warm if you plan to bird with us. Programs meets at Shawnee Golf Clubhouse at 460 Northwestern Parkway, Louisville, KY For all ages Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: $5/family

Fairies in the Forest

Horine Program Field 12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Enter a magical, hidden world in the Forest, where creatures of the imagination live. Bring your children on an enchanted hike in search of forest fairies living among the wildflowers and trees. Along the way, your child may use their creativity to make a fairy house of natural materials. We will end at our Nature Explore Classroom and enjoy s’mores at the campfire! Program meets in the Horine Reservation’s Environmental Education Center. Address: 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY 40118

Tree Trek

Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United States

Join us for a hike for young beginners who are curious about trees. A program for explorers who want to see and learn trees. Individuals will have their own tree journal where they can take as many cool notes as they want while on a hike. You will also have the opportunity to do leaf and bark rubbings to really see what a tree looks and feels like. Programs Meets at Environmental Education Center A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: FREE

Forest Adventure Campout

Horine Program Field 12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Join us for fall color and outdoor fun at Jefferson Memorial Forest during the Forest Adventure Campout, presented by Wilderness Louisville on Saturday, October 19th, beginning at 2:00 p.m. Explore the forest, show off your costume, and sleep under the stars! Activities include archery, guided hikes, a climbing wall, pumpkin decorating, hayrides, and more! This event is free and open to the public. There will be a food truck and West Sixth on site. Families are encouraged to pitch a tent and stay overnight. $25 will reserve one of the Forest’s family campsites and for $15, campers can set up in the field in the Horine Reservation. This year, Forest Adventure Campout will serve as an outdoor gear donation site. Have gently used gear you no longer need? Donate at the event and receive a free program voucher for a JMF program. Gear Donation Guidelines • As a general rule, only donate items that you would give to a close friend or family member. • Items must be in good condition and functioning properly (working zippers, no dog or cat hair, clean and no holes or tears — check pockets). • We do not accept any team/ball sports or motorized sports equipment or “everyday” clothing (like sweatpants, leggings, and hoodies) We accept: • Outdoor Clothing for Kids and Adults: Rain jackets, snow coats, hiking pants, thermal layers, flannels, hiking gloves, socks, sun/rain/winter hats; all-season outdoor branded clothing • Outdoor Footwear: Hiking boots, climbing shoes, trail running shoes, snow boots • Camping Gear: Tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, hiking packs, headlamps, camp stoves and cooking equipment (must be demonstrated in working condition) • Outdoor Gadgets/Accessories: sunglasses, binoculars, compasses, pocketknives, multi-tools • Fishing Gear: Waders, poles, vests, etc. • Children’s Exploration Tools: hand lenses, bug hotels, etc.

Event Series PoeTREE Nature Hike

PoeTREE Nature Hike

Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United States

Join for a mindful walk through the woods and explore the wonderful world of nature poetry with friends! Learn about all

Event Series PoeTREE Nature Hike

PoeTREE Nature Hike

Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United States

Join for a mindful walk through the woods and explore the wonderful world of nature poetry with friends! Learn about all

Winter Branches & Bark: Tree ID Hike

Horine Program Field 12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

In this hands-on program, participants will learn how to identify trees by their bark, twigs, and buds. Enjoy a short guided hike

Event Series PoeTREE Nature Hike

PoeTREE Nature Hike

Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United States

Join for a mindful walk through the woods and explore the wonderful world of nature poetry with friends! Learn about all

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