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Owl Prowl

Welcome Center 11311 Mitchell Hill Rd, Fairdale, 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 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. Test your auditory skills by listening for their responses. Dress for the weather. FEE: $10/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

Map and Compass

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

Map and landscape reading are skills every outdoor person should possess. Equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to read and interpret topographic maps and locate destinations while using a compass. These in-field exercises are a hands-on learning experience. Program meets in the Horine Reservation main parking lot. Ages: 8 and up. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: $5/person

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

Map & Compass Skills

Horine Parking 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd., Fairdale, United States

Map and landscape reading are skills every outdoor person should possess. Equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to read and interpret topographic maps and locate destinations while using a compass. These in-field exercises are a hands-on learning experience. Program meets in the Horine Reservation main parking lot. Ages: 8 and up. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Register online: https://tinyurl.com/26fcwvwh or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: $5/person

Afterschool BMX Biking

Ever wanted to try BMX biking or Mountain Biking? Bring the family out to Shawnee Park to learn safe biking instruction and how to ride on the Pump Bike Track! Multiple size varieties of Tony Hawk bikes and helmets will be provided. Prior experience of riding a bike is advised to participate. Participants will first get to practice on an obstacle course to build maneuvering skills, and if ready, can progress to the Pump Track loop with supervision from instructors. Feel free to attend all 3 sessions to build up your skills! Program Meets at the Shawnee Park Pump Track near the ECHO office. Ages: Ages 6 and up for the obstacle course and ages 8 and up for the pump track. Maximum participant age is 18. Families and parents are welcome to join to assist their child. Register online:https://tinyurl.com/26fcwvwh or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: $10 per session

Fairies in the Forest

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. Ages: 5 - 12. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Register online: https://tinyurl.com/26fcwvwh or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: $10/person

Event Series Evening Archery

Evening Archery

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

Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow or improve your skills in this Evening Archery course led by Jefferson Memorial Forest staff and volunteers! You will learn archery safety, proper shooting techniques, proper stance, how to aim, and how to improve your accuracy. Archery is a great upper body workout, and a great way to develop skills like balance, coordination, accuracy, and composure. Bring your friends and family along or make friends during the course! All needed materials will be supplied, but participants can bring bows if they have their own. Program meets in the Horine Reservation of Jefferson Memorial Forest near the Environmental Education Center. Ages: 10 and older Register online:https://tinyurl.com/26fcwvwh or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: $10/person

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