Creatures of the Night: In Search of the Blue Ghost Glow
June 7 @ 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm If you grew up in Kentucky or southeastern U.S, catching and releasing fireflies on warm summer nights may be a cherished memory. […]
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June 7 @ 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm If you grew up in Kentucky or southeastern U.S, catching and releasing fireflies on warm summer nights may be a cherished memory. […]
June 11 @ 9:00 pm – 11:15 pm Celebrate the night by marveling at the moon, pondering distant planets, and exploring the mysteries of the creatures and features beneath our feet. Spring nights offer a rich tapestry of sounds and movements, as both large and small creatures stir under the night sky. Bernheim members $15; […]
June 12 @ 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm Enjoy an evening stroll around Lake Nevin with Bernheim’s Research Coordinator Kelly Vowels and learn about bats and why they matter. Bernheim […]
June 14 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am Step into Bernheim’s rich history on a captivating guided hike through its hidden landmarks. Journey to historic sites that reveal the profound impact of human presence on this land, uncovering stories of migration, perseverance, adaptability, and resilience. This behind-the-scenes experience invites you to explore the echoes of […]
June 14 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm Whether you call them lightening bugs or fireflies, these illuminated beetles of our youth can enchant kids and adults of all ages. Join Several of our Volunteer Naturalists on a Saturday night firefly adventure designed especially for families with kids. This program will include crafts, stories, and […]
On this gentle hike through the preserve, take in the wonders of the full moon. After the hike, we will serve a strawberry ice cream. Costs: $20 per person For more details and to register, go to visitblackacre.org ***description from Facebook event
Identifying trees is about more than names. It’s a chance to slow down, look closely, and uncover the hidden stories of the forest — how it changes, adapts, and thrives. Winter adds its own puzzles and surprises, inviting you to see trees in a whole new way. Join Bernheim’s Interpretive Programs Manager, Wren Smith, and […]
Step into the new year on the trail and let the forest energize your body and lift your spirit! Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists for an engaging nature hike on the first Sunday of each month. These hikes go a bit further than our ECO Kids Hike of the Day and are designed with adults in […]
Explore Bernheim’s birds, beavers, and other wildlife, with a closer look at how animals adapt and thrive during the winter months. Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists for an engaging nature hike on the first Sunday of each month. These hikes go a bit further than our ECO Kids Hike of the Day and are designed with […]
Let candles light your way as you stroll underneath the stars this Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day. Hike at your leisure, either on the candlelit short trail (about 3/4 mile), or the unlit longer trail (1 3/4 mile). Warm up around the fire afterward with a s’more and hot chocolate, or head indoors where you can […]
Let candles light your way as you stroll underneath the stars this Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day. Hike at your leisure, either on the candlelit short trail (about 3/4 mile), or the unlit longer trail (1 3/4 mile). Warm up around the fire afterward with a s’more and hot chocolate, or head indoors where you can […]
Poems displayed in the park throughout the month of April. Opening night will feature Kentucky Poets Laureate, refreshments, and more. **more info here **more info here