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Shawnee ECHO Office LouisvilleMSD Mill Creek Cleanup
Southwest Regional Library 9725 Dixie Hwy., Louisville, KY, United StatesTrash Pick-up Join others as we work together to achieve safe, clean waterways for our community and receive a FREE t-shirt! Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Community Event Join us in the library activity room for fun activities and learn about Mandy the Salamander, water quality, floodplain and more. To register, visit https://bit.ly/3xgkBXt
Gnomes & Trolls
Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United StatesEnter a magical, hidden world in the Forest, where creatures of the imagination live. Be on the look-out for our Forest Troll, guarding a bridge along the trail. Perhaps he will let us pass if we offer him many of the edible foods in the Forest. While in the woods, we will build shelters of sticks and leaves and enjoy a woodland treat around a campfire. Program meets in the Horine Reservation’s Environmental Education Center. FEE: $10/person Ages 4 and older. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Preregistration required by calling 502/368-5404 or register online here: https://web1.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/kylouisvillewt.wsc/search.html?module=AR&type=Outdoor+Rec+and+Skills
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Shawnee ECHO Office LouisvilleMill Creek Greenway Planning Open House
Southwest Regional Library 9725 Dixie Hwy., Louisville, KY, United StatesYour Voice Matters! Join us to learn about the Mill Creek Greenway Master Plan project and participate in creating a vision to transform this waterway into a recreational corridor. We are excited to hear your ideas! This input session will take place in the Community Room at the Southwest Library. Bring your neighbors and tell us how you want to recreate!
Owl Prowl
Horine Conference Center 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United StatesWill 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 and choose clothing that doesn’t make noise when you move. You may bring a flashlight or headlamp, however, it MUST be a red light to protect everyone’s night vision. Program will meet in the Horine Reservation at the Horine Conference Center. 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd. on Google Maps. Park in the large gravel lot and walk down the drive to the conference center. FEE: $10/person For ages 10 and older (must be able to stand quietly for several minutes at a time.) A parent/ legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Preregistration required. Register online: https://web1.myvscloud.com/.../kylouisvi.../iteminfo.html... or by calling 502/368-5404
Valentine’s Day Hike
Horine Conference Center 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United StatesGive your sweetie the moon, the stars, and a romantic treat by a warm bonfire! This year’s Valentine’s day hike will
Valentine’s Day Hike
Horine Conference Center 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United StatesGive your sweetie the moon, the stars, and a romantic treat by a warm bonfire! This year’s Valentine’s day hike will
Winter Hike in the Woods
Horine Conference Center 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United StatesAre you going stir crazy like us?! Winter is the best time for hiking. Winter hiking means no bugs, no humidity, and better views! Hiking in colder temperatures even burns more calories! What’s not to love?! Join JMF staff for a hike on the 3.5 mile Red Trail Shortcut loop. This loop is an easy to moderate hike. The beginning and end offer easy walking along the ridge tops. The middle section includes a trip down from the ridge into a creek bed and back up to the next ridge. There is 330 ft. of elevation change. Come on out for a fun morning of exercise and some learning about the winter woods. Dress in layers and bring a water bottle. Program will meet in the Horine Reservation in the large gravel lot. 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd. on Google Maps.