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SUMMARY:Hike: Creative Reflections at Elk Lick Creek
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a full hour immersed in the sights and sounds of Elk Lick Creek to write\, create\, meditate\, or just enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. This program offers the opportunity to slow down\, connect to nature\, and disconnect from electronic devices. At the end of the hike\, participants will have a chance to share as much or as little as they like. \nBring: water\, a pad to sit on\, journal/sketchbook and writing/drawing materials. Please leave your cameras at home for this program. \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking level: Moderate (due to steep\, uneven terrain) \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared.  This hike will host no more than 10 participants. \nCOVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GUIDELINES UPDATE: As of Tuesday\, April 27th\, the state of Kentucky as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated guidelines for small outdoor gatherings. Kentucky no longer requires a mask be worn outdoors for events of fewer than 1000 people. The CDC states the risk of COVID-19 spread is low in outdoor settings\, but also continues to recommend masks in settings where physical distance cannot be maintained. \nIn response to the current guidance\, Floracliff will not require fully-vaccinated individuals to wear masks during outdoor programs as long as adequate physical distance (6-feet) can be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. Floracliff continues to recommend unvaccinated individuals wear a mask throughout all programs\, especially when adequate physical distance cannot be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. \nAll program participants and Floracliff representatives\, both fully-vaccinated and unvaccinated\, should have a mask available during programs in the case that adequate physical distance cannot be maintained. We are happy to provide one to you if necessary. \n*These guidelines are subject to change at any time according to current state and CDC guidance. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org. \n 
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-creative-reflections-at-elk-lick-creek/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Hikes and Programs,Inspiration
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SUMMARY:Hike: Global Big Day Bird Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Put on your Community Scientist hat and join us in finding\, counting and identifying birds at Floracliff. One hike will focus on the upland areas including the grasslands and woodlands near the Nature Center and Trail’s End Lodge. The other hike will head down to the Kentucky River floodplain. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology organizes Global Big Day\, where more than 20\,000 birders from around the world unite in a single day to celebrate birds. We will report all our birds through eBird. \nHike Leader: Floracliff Naturalists \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult \n\nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared.  Each hike will host no more than 5 participants plus hike leaders. \nCOVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GUIDELINES UPDATE: As of Tuesday\, April 27th\, the state of Kentucky as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated guidelines for small outdoor gatherings. Kentucky no longer requires a mask be worn outdoors for events of fewer than 1000 people. The CDC states the risk of COVID-19 spread is low in outdoor settings\, but also continues to recommend masks in settings where physical distance cannot be maintained. \nIn response to the current guidance\, Floracliff will not require fully-vaccinated individuals to wear masks during outdoor programs as long as adequate physical distance (6-feet) can be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. Floracliff continues to recommend unvaccinated individuals wear a mask throughout all programs\, especially when adequate physical distance cannot be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. \nAll program participants and Floracliff representatives\, both fully-vaccinated and unvaccinated\, should have a mask available during programs in the case that adequate physical distance cannot be maintained. We are happy to provide one to you if necessary. \n*These guidelines are subject to change at any time according to current state and CDC guidance. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org. \n 
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/global-big-day-bird-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge: Field and Forest Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Calling all community scientists! This program will focus on exploring an area of Floracliff known as Bird Hill for the City Nature Challenge. We’ll focus on discovering and documenting birds\, trees\, wildflowers\, butterflies\, bees and more. Each registered party must have at least one member who has\, or can create\, an iNaturalist account in advance of the program. Be prepared to photograph your findings and upload them to iNaturalist either during the program or by May 3rd. \nBring: water\, closed-toe shoes\, hiking stick (optional)\, camera or smart phone for taking pictures \nHike Leaders: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking level: Easy to Moderate \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. This hike will host no more than 10 participants. \nCOVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GUIDELINES UPDATE: As of Tuesday\, April 27th\, the state of Kentucky as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated guidelines for small outdoor gatherings. Kentucky no longer requires a mask be worn outdoors for events of fewer than 1000 people. The CDC states the risk of COVID-19 spread is low in outdoor settings\, but also continues to recommend masks in settings where physical distance cannot be maintained. \nIn response to the current guidance\, Floracliff will not require fully-vaccinated individuals to wear masks during outdoor programs as long as adequate physical distance (6-feet) can be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. Floracliff continues to recommend unvaccinated individuals wear a mask throughout all programs\, especially when adequate physical distance cannot be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. \nAll program participants and Floracliff representatives\, both fully-vaccinated and unvaccinated\, should have a mask available during programs in the case that adequate physical distance cannot be maintained. We are happy to provide one to you if necessary. \n*These guidelines are subject to change at any time according to current state and CDC guidance. \nWe are offering City Nature Challenge programs for free\, however tax-deductible donations may be made during check-out. All donations support our work to care for the land and offer programs.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/city-nature-challenge-field-and-forest-exploration/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge: Creek Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Calling all community scientists! This program will focus on exploring a section of one of our creeks to discover and document aquatic life for the City Nature Challenge. Each registered party must have at least one member who has\, or can create\, an iNaturalist account in advance of the program. Be prepared to photograph your findings and upload them to iNaturalist either during the program or by May 3rd. \nBring: water\, closed-toe shoes\, hiking stick (optional)\, camera or smart phone for taking pictures \nHike Leaders: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking level: Difficult (due to steep\, uneven\, and slippery terrain) \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors.  This hike will host no more than 10 participants. \nCOVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GUIDELINES UPDATE: As of Tuesday\, April 27th\, the state of Kentucky as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated guidelines for small outdoor gatherings. Kentucky no longer requires a mask be worn outdoors for events of fewer than 1000 people. The CDC states the risk of COVID-19 spread is low in outdoor settings\, but also continues to recommend masks in settings where physical distance cannot be maintained. \nIn response to the current guidance\, Floracliff will not require fully-vaccinated individuals to wear masks during outdoor programs as long as adequate physical distance (6-feet) can be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. Floracliff continues to recommend unvaccinated individuals wear a mask throughout all programs\, especially when adequate physical distance cannot be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. \nAll program participants and Floracliff representatives\, both fully-vaccinated and unvaccinated\, should have a mask available during programs in the case that adequate physical distance cannot be maintained. We are happy to provide one to you if necessary. \n*These guidelines are subject to change at any time according to current state and CDC guidance. \nWe are offering City Nature Challenge programs for free\, however tax-deductible donations may be made during check-out. All donations support our work to care for the land and offer programs.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/city-nature-challenge-creek-exploration/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge: Nighttime Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Calling all community scientists! This program will focus on exploring Floracliff’s ponds and forest edges after dark for the City Nature Challenge. We’ll focus on discovering and documenting frogs\, moths\, and more. Each registered party must have at least one member who has\, or can create\, an iNaturalist account in advance of the program. Be prepared to photograph your findings and upload them to iNaturalist either during the program or by May 3rd. \nBring: water\, closed-toe shoes\, hiking stick (optional)\, camera or smart phone for taking pictures \nHike Leaders: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking level: Easy to Moderate \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared.  This hike will host no more than 14 participants\, who will be spread out at various stations (moth lights and ponds) \n\nCOVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GUIDELINES UPDATE: As of Tuesday\, April 27th\, the state of Kentucky as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated guidelines for small outdoor gatherings. Kentucky no longer requires a mask be worn outdoors for events of fewer than 1000 people. The CDC states the risk of COVID-19 spread is low in outdoor settings\, but also continues to recommend masks in settings where physical distance cannot be maintained. \nIn response to the current guidance\, Floracliff will not require fully-vaccinated individuals to wear masks during outdoor programs as long as adequate physical distance (6-feet) can be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. Floracliff continues to recommend unvaccinated individuals wear a mask throughout all programs\, especially when adequate physical distance cannot be maintained between others outside of one’s household/pod. \nAll program participants and Floracliff representatives\, both fully-vaccinated and unvaccinated\, should have a mask available during programs in the case that adequate physical distance cannot be maintained. We are happy to provide one to you if necessary. \n*These guidelines are subject to change at any time according to current state and CDC guidance. \n\nWe are offering City Nature Challenge programs for free\, however tax-deductible donations may be made during check-out. All donations support our work to care for the land and offer programs.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/city-nature-challenge-nighttime-explorations/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge 2021: Lexington
DESCRIPTION:Floracliff is thrilled to bring the City Nature Challenge to Lexington. The City Nature Challenge is a global community science event that mobilizes urban residents and visitors to observe\, document\, and celebrate the wild plants\, animals\, and fungi in and around urban areas. This focused and collective effort increases our awareness and understanding of urban biodiversity around the world. \nThe City Nature Challenge began in 2016 and is organized annually by the California Academy of Sciences and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. In its first year\, the CNC was a competition between San Francisco and Los Angeles to document wild biodiversity in urban areas using iNaturalist. It has since grown to over 300 participating cities in 40 countries. \nCity Nature Challenge 2021: Lexington will take place April 30th – May 3rd throughout Fayette County. Lexington residents and visitors are encouraged to photograph the wild nature around them and upload those photographs to iNaturalist. If you are within Fayette County\, your observations will automatically be added to the project. All identification skill levels are welcome. If you do not know what you are looking at\, it’s okay! Be sure to take and submit clear\, detailed photos so the iNaturalist community can contribute identifications. \nThere are many wild plants\, animals\, fungi\, and more to be found throughout Lexington. Together\, we can discover\, document\, and share Lexington’s biodiversity! \nTo join us at Floracliff for a City Nature Challenge event\, see our events page here: floracliff.org/events/ \nInformation about daily and 4-day challenges\, with chances to win prizes. \nIf you represent a community group that is interested in participating in the City Nature Challenge\, please email Beverly James\, bjames@floracliff.org\, to confirm your participation and partnership.\n \nQuestions? Email Beverly James: bjames@floracliff.org \n\n\nHow to participate in the City Nature Challenge: \n\nDownload the iNaturalist app on your smartphone. If you do not have a smartphone\, iNaturalist can also be accessed with a desktop computer at iNaturalist.org\nSet up an iNaturalist account if you do not have one.\nFind wild nature  – plants\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, insects\, land snails\, mosses\, lichens\, fungi\, etc. Cultivated plants and pets are discouraged.\nPhotograph individual wild species with your phone or camera.\nUpload your photos to iNaturalist\, making sure the location of your species is noted correctly. While we encourage the use of iNaturalist year-round\, only observations between April 30th and May 3rd will count for the Challenge.\n\nActivities to observe wild nature in Lexington:\n\n\nSet up a bird feeding station and/or bird bath.\nSet up a white sheet with a UV light at night to attract moths and other nocturnal insects.\nSet up cover boards\, such as pieces of plywood or old roofing tin. Wild animals like insects\, snakes\, or small mammals may use the shelter underneath.\nLook under logs and rocks on land or along streams\nObserve wild plants growing in your yard\, schoolyard\, neighborhood park or greenspace\, or sidewalk cracks.\nLook for insects\, birds\, lichens\, mosses\, snails\, fungi\, etc. that are attracted to and supported by cultivated plants.\n\n\nResources:\n\n\niNaturalist video tutorials\niNaturalist Teacher’s Guide\nCity Nature Challenge Education Toolkit\nFrequently Asked Questions about the City Nature Challenge\n\nCity Nature Challenge Dates:\n\nApril 30th – May 3rd: Documentation of wild plants\, animals\, and fungi\nMay 4th – May 9th: Identification of observations by the iNaturalist community\nMay 10th: Results announced\n\n\nPartners:\n\n\nThe Arboretum\nCentral Kentucky Audubon Society\nFayette County Public Schools\nLexington Parks & Recreation\nLiving Arts & Science Center\nNABA – Central Kentucky\nOffice of Kentucky Nature Preserves\nWild Ones – Lexington
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/city-nature-challenge-2021-lexington/
CATEGORIES:Exploration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T180000
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SUMMARY:Hikes: Earth Day Magic Hour Hikes
DESCRIPTION:End your Earth Day with a quiet and relaxing “magic hour” hike at Floracliff. We will be offering two separate hikes to view wildflowers throughout the sanctuary as the early evening sunlight shines through the trees. One hike will feature Elk Lick Falls and the other hike will feature the Kentucky River. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles; the Kentucky River Hike is rated moderate to difficult due to steep\, uneven terrain; the Elk Lick Falls Hike is rated moderate\, but also includes some steep topography \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hikes-earth-day-magic-hour-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T203000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The City Nature Challenge: A New Way to Discover Lexington
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Beverly James\, Preserve Director \nThe City Nature Challenge is a global 4-day community science project aimed at documenting nature in and around urban areas. Floracliff Nature Sanctuary is bringing the City Nature Challenge to Lexington for the first time in April. Learn more about the City Nature Challenge\, how you can participate\, and the value of finding and sharing observations of urban nature. \nA link to the webinar will be emailed to all registered participants on the day before the event for early registrants and 2 hours before the event for those that register on the same day.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/webinar-the-city-nature-challenge-a-new-way-to-discover-lexington/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T160000
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SUMMARY:Hike: Wildflower Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike to see and enjoy Floracliff’s wildflowers during their peak. We will be offering two separate hikes to view wildflowers throughout the sanctuary. One hike will take our best wildflower trail and visit Elk Lick Creek. The other hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and Elk Lick Creek. We hope to see bishop’s cap\, shooting star\, Jacob’s ladder and more. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles (Wildflower Trail/Elk Lick Creek\, moderately difficult); 2.5 miles (Elk Lick Falls/Elk Lick Creek\, moderate to difficult due to steep\, uneven terrain) \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-wildflower-hikes-3/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T200000
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CREATED:20210308T202903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T202903Z
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SUMMARY:Hikes: Magic Hour Wildflower Hikes
DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “magic hour” hike at Floracliff. We will be offering two separate hikes to view wildflowers throughout the sanctuary as the early evening sunlight shines through the trees. One hike will feature Elk Lick Falls and the other hike will feature the Kentucky River. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles; the Kentucky River Hike is rated moderate to difficult due to steep\, uneven terrain; the Elk Lick Falls Hike is rated moderate\, but also includes some steep topography \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hikes-magic-hour-wildflower-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T120000
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SUMMARY:Hike: Wildflower Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Peak wildflower season will continue for these hikes. We will be offering two separate hikes to view wildflowers throughout the sanctuary. One hike will take our best wildflower trail and visit Elk Lick Creek. The other hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and Elk Lick Creek. We hope to see dwarf larkspur\, wood poppies\, and more. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles (Wildflower Trail/Elk Lick Creek\, moderately difficult); 2.5 miles (Elk Lick Falls/Elk Lick Creek\, moderate to difficult due to steep\, uneven terrain) \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-wildflower-hikes-2/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T201006Z
UID:14540-1617714000-1617724800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Wildflower Hike to Elk Lick Creek
DESCRIPTION:This hike will feature our best wildflower trail during peak wildflower season. We hope to see twinleaf\, Dutchman’s breeches\, wild blue phlox\, and many more. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles\, moderately difficult \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-wildflower-hike-to-elk-lick-creek-2/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20210308T200132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T201231Z
UID:14535-1617368400-1617379200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Wildflower Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wildflower hike during peak wildflower season. We will be offering two separate hikes to view wildflowers throughout the sanctuary. One hike will take our best wildflower trail and visit Elk Lick Creek. The other hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and Elk Lick Creek. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles (Wildflower Trail/Elk Lick Creek\, moderately difficult); 2.5 miles (Elk Lick Falls/Elk Lick Creek\, moderate to difficult due to steep\, uneven terrain) \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-wildflower-hike/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20210309T151101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T151101Z
UID:14560-1617282000-1617292800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Joyce Bender
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring’s beauty and explore some of the connections between spring wildflowers\, their habitats\, and us. \nGuest Hike Leader: Joyce Bender\, retired from the KY State Nature Preserves Commission \nHike distances: 1.5 miles\, moderately difficult \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-joyce-bender/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20210308T195509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T195509Z
UID:14531-1617109200-1617120000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Wildflower Hike to Elk Lick Creek
DESCRIPTION:This should be a good time to view a variety of early spring ephemerals at Floracliff. We hope to see sessile trillium\, Virginia bluebells\, yellow trout lilies\, and many more. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles\, moderately difficult \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-wildflower-hike-to-elk-lick-creek/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20210308T194740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T194740Z
UID:14526-1616850000-1616860800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Wildflower Hikes
DESCRIPTION:By late March\, our spring wildflower season should be in full swing. We will be offering two separate hikes to view wildflowers throughout the sanctuary. One hike will take our best wildflower trail and visit Elk Lick Creek. The other hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and Elk Lick Creek. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles (Wildflower Trail/Elk Lick Creek\, moderately difficult); 2.5 miles (Elk Lick Falls/Elk Lick Creek\, moderate to difficult due to steep\, uneven terrain) \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-wildflower-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20210308T185852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T185852Z
UID:14522-1616590800-1616601600@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Early Spring Wildflower Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wildflower hike to Elk Lick Falls. Hopefully\, we will see some of our earliest spring wildflowers\, such as bloodroot\, trout lilies\, and spring beauties. \nHike distances: 1.5 – 2 miles\, moderately difficult; this hike includes steep terrain as well as slick or uneven surfaces \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-early-spring-wildflower-hike/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration,Hikes and Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201215T172219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T172219Z
UID:14129-1616526000-1616531400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: The Ecology of Spring Ephemerals
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Beverly James\, Preserve Director \nAs the days become longer and the temperatures begin to warm\, the forest floor comes alive with spring wildflowers and the wildlife they attract. This webinar will guide you through the wildflower season at Floracliff\, taking a closer look at the phenology\, pollinator relationships\, and natural history of our most treasured spring wildflowers. \nA link to the webinar will be emailed to all registered participants on the day before the event for early registrants and 2 hours before the event for those that register on the same day. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/webinar-the-ecology-of-spring-ephemerals/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20210308T183438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T144447Z
UID:14518-1616158800-1616169600@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Hike: Signs of Spring Wildflower Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike to find the earliest spring wildflowers. One hike will head to Elk Lick Falls\, while the other hike will look for the snow trilliums and feature Elk Lick Creek. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles (Elk Lick Creek\, moderate\, uneven terrain) or 1.5 miles (Elk Lick Creek\, moderately difficult) \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-signs-of-spring-wildflower-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210302T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201221T152738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201221T152738Z
UID:14137-1614700800-1614706200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Classifying Nature after Linnaeus: Charles Darwin’s Insight Changes the Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Rob Paratley\, University of Kentucky \nA famous 20th Century evolutionary biologist said\, “Nothing makes sense in biology except in the light of evolution.”   In this webinar with Rob Paratley\, we will see just how true this sweeping statement is\, as we explore one of Charles Darwin’s great insights in his groundbreaking Origin of Species\, the book that introduced the world to biological evolution.  Among Darwin’s many original ideas is one often overlooked- his direct connection between the reality that species change over time and the pattern of diversity we see in Nature. \n“Classifications are not passive ordering devices in a world objectively divided into obvious categories\,” the evolutionary biologist Stephan J. Gould once said\,  “Objective Nature does exist\, but we can converse with her only through the structure of our taxonomic systems.” \nThat conversation has been going on as long as there have been humans\, and there are as many such conversations with Nature as there are groups of people.  Rob’s presentation begins in 18th Century Sweden with botanist Carl Linnaeus\, the so-called “Father of Taxonomy” (the science of classifying Nature).  Linnaeus’ conversation with Nature\, the How and What of Nature’s diversity\, are with us yet today\, but he and those that followed left unanswered the questions of Why.  Why is Nature patterned the way that Linnaeus first saw?  What causes natural groups?  What does natural affinity actually mean?  Religious men and creationists\, the best they could do was to invoke the plan of the Deity. \nThis changed forever with Darwin’s Great Taxonomic Insight.  Rob will discuss how Darwin’s evolutionary thinking changed forever the way we converse with Nature.  We will look how Darwin reasoned his way to connecting the patterns that taxonomy reveals\, that Linnaeus had spelled out\, with the process of species changing across time.   Natural affinity\, Darwin realized\, is the result of common descent. \nWe will then explore how the field of classification\, the modern conversations with Nature\, were  shaped by evolution.  At first broad and somewhat haltingly\, evolutionary thinking in classification science (now called Systematics) developed by the late 20th Century into a powerful tool for discovering and understanding natural relationships. \nA link to the webinar will be emailed to all registered participants on the day before the event for early registrants and 2 hours before the event for those that register on the same day. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/webinar-classifying-nature-after-linnaeus-charles-darwins-insight-changes-the-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20210108T003608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T142522Z
UID:14206-1614106800-1614112200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Kentucky Nature Trivia: Bluegrass Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Join Floracliff Nature Sanctuary and fellow nature lovers for a FREE virtual trivia night. We will test your knowledge on our local trees\, frogs\, butterflies\, and more! \nPre-registration is required with participation limited to 30 Zoom screens. We can match you up with a team via Zoom breakout rooms\, or you can arrange your own team with those in your household or friends and family from other households. Each participating household must register separately. \nA Zoom link to the trivia will be emailed to all registered participants on the day before the event for early registrants and 2 hours before the event for those that register on the same day. \nThe Arboretum\, Raven Run\, Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, Wild Ones Native Plants\, and The Central Kentucky Audubon Society will be hosting a series of free trivia nights on Tuesdays at 7 PM February 2nd through March 2nd. Join us from the comfort of your couch to test your knowledge on Kentucky birds\, botany\, animals\, and more using the Zoom platform. Don’t be intimidated if you are not an expert! All who love Kentucky nature are welcome to join and are guaranteed to have fun and be challenged. Pre-registration is required for all events as space is limited. For more information about the other trivia nights\, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/3962362130442011 \n 
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/kentucky-nature-trivia-bluegrass-biodiversity/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201214T173347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210123T141707Z
UID:14122-1611669600-1611676800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: The Memories of Past Climate and the Gifts of Ecological Knowledge Engrained in the Rings of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Dr. Neil Pederson\, Harvard Forest \nTrees are witnesses of how our shared environment changes over time. The oldest trees\, in fact\, and perhaps not surprisingly\, often have the best stories. In this webinar\, Dr. Neil Pederson will share how people have learned to recognize and “interview” the eldest trees in the forest. Their stories can gives us insight on the dynamics of our world. \nA link to the webinar will be emailed to all registered participants on the day before the event for early registrants and 2 hours before the event for those that register on the same day. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/webinar-the-memories-of-past-climate-and-the-gifts-of-ecological-knowledge-engrained-in-the-rings-of-trees/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20200724T134137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T144630Z
UID:13366-1605553200-1605558600@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Lichens 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves botanist Kendall McDonald for this webinar on the wonderful world of lichens! Learn the basics of lichen anatomy\, reproduction\, and identification. \nA link to the webinar will be emailed to registrants about 24 hours before the event.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/webinar-lichens-101/
CATEGORIES:Exploration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201002T140528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T143328Z
UID:13752-1605351600-1605362400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Elk Lick Valley Exploration Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike through the woods to the creek. One hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and feature the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. The other hike will feature Elk Lick Creek\, the heart of the sanctuary. We’ll spend about 30 – 45 minutes exploring and observing the surprises of Elk Lick Creek or Falls Branch. Use your smartphone or digital camera to share your observations on iNaturalist\, or forget the technology and just enjoy the sights. \nHike distances: 2 miles (Elk Lick Falls) or 3 miles (Elk Lick Creek) \nBring: water\, camera and hiking sticks optional \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, and wet and slick surfaces.\nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches the Elk Lick Creek area and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/elk-lick-valley-exploration-hikes-3/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Hikes and Programs,Inspiration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201106T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20200724T133523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T184158Z
UID:13363-1604682000-1604687400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Native Peoples of the Bluegrass: From Hunter-gatherers to Farmers
DESCRIPTION:For millennia\, diverse native groups have called the rich Bluegrass region “home.” Focusing on those resources – plants\, animals\, stone\, clay\, water – we review the dynamic human-environment interaction that began when humans arrived in the region at the end of the last ice age. \nPresented by Gwynn Henderson\, Kentucky Archaeological Survey \nA link to the webinar will be emailed to registrants about 24 hours before the event.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/webinar-native-peoples-of-the-bluegrass-from-hunter-gatherers-to-farmers/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201031T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201031T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201002T135913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T135913Z
UID:13747-1604142000-1604152800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Elk Lick Valley Exploration Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike through the woods to the creek. One hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and feature the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. The other hike will feature Elk Lick Creek\, the heart of the sanctuary. We’ll spend about 30 – 45 minutes exploring and observing the surprises of Elk Lick Creek or Falls Branch. Use your smartphone or digital camera to share your observations on iNaturalist\, or forget the technology and just enjoy the sights. \nHike distances: 2 miles (Elk Lick Falls) or 3 miles (Elk Lick Creek) \nBring: water\, camera and hiking sticks optional \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, and wet and slick surfaces.\nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches the Elk Lick Creek area and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/elk-lick-valley-exploration-hikes-2/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201002T135303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T135303Z
UID:13743-1603989000-1603996200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Magic Hour Hikes
DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “magic hour” hike at Floracliff. Starting two hours before sunset\, one hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and feature the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. The other hike will feature the confluence of Elk Lick Creek and the Kentucky River. Each hike will be 1.5 – 2 miles in length. \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, and wet and slick surfaces. \nBring: water\, camera and hiking sticks optional \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches the Elk Lick Falls area and can spread out appropriately. Each hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org. \n 
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/autumn-magic-hour-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Hikes and Programs,Inspiration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201002T134556Z
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UID:13738-1603386000-1603393200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Magic Hour Hikes
DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “magic hour” hike at Floracliff. Starting two hours before sunset\, one hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and feature the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. The other hike will feature the confluence of Elk Lick Creek and the Kentucky River. Each hike will be 1.5 – 2 miles in length. \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, and wet and slick surfaces. \nBring: water\, camera and hiking sticks optional \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches the Elk Lick Falls area and can spread out appropriately. Each hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/autumn-magic-hour-hike-2/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201002T131953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T141553Z
UID:13733-1602939600-1602950400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Elk Lick Valley Exploration Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike through the woods to the creek. One hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and feature the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. The other hike will feature Elk Lick Creek\, the heart of the sanctuary. We’ll spend about 30 – 45 minutes exploring and observing the surprises of Elk Lick Creek or Falls Branch. Use your smartphone or digital camera to share your observations on iNaturalist\, or forget the technology and just enjoy the sights. \nHike distances: 2 miles (Elk Lick Falls) or 3 miles (Elk Lick Creek) \nBring: water\, camera and hiking sticks optional \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, and wet and slick surfaces. \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches the Elk Lick Creek area and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/elk-lick-valley-exploration-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Hikes and Programs,Inspiration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T121107
CREATED:20201002T124757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T151518Z
UID:13729-1602781200-1602788400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Magic Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls
DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “magic hour” hike at Floracliff. Starting two hours before sunset\, this 1.5-mile hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and feature the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. \nHiking Level: Moderate due to steep terrain and potentially wet and slippery surfaces near waterways \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches the Elk Lick Falls area and can spread out appropriately. Each hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \n\n\nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/autumn-magic-hour-hike/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Hikes and Programs,Inspiration
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