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  • July 2025

  • Thu 3
    July 3 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

    FLOC: First THURSDAY Birding

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)! Please note the change to Thursday for this month only.Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will […]

  • Thu 24
    July 24 @ 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm

    Moth Night

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us during National Moth Week to explore the moth diversity of Floracliff.Floracliff has a diversity of moths that come in many different sizes and colors. These insects play an […]

  • Tue 29
    July 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Kids Hike: Pond and Stream Discovery

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Who's living below the surface? Meet new friends who live in our ponds and streams. For ages 5-10.Who's living below the surface? Meet new friends who live in our ponds […]

  • August 2025

  • Fri 1
    August 1 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and […]

  • Tue 5
    August 5 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

    Golden Hour Elk Lick Creek Exploration

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Spend time in a section of Elk Lick Creek to enjoy the scenery and learn about its role in supporting biodiversity.Join Floracliff naturalists for a “golden hour” creek walk exploring […]

  • Fri 8
    August 8 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    Place Value: An art exhibit and talk w/ Laura Mentor

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join artist Laura Mentor for an evening exhibit and reception at the historic Trail’s End Lodge.Join artist Laura Mentor for an evening reception at the historic Trail’s End Lodge at […]

  • Tue 12
    August 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

    Seminar: Lichens, Plants, and Air Quality

    Join us for a seminar at the Trail's End Lodge with Roberta BurnesPresenter: Roberta Burnes, Kentucky Division of Air QualityCome learn what lichens and native plants can tell us about […]

  • September 2025

  • Fri 5
    September 5 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and […]

  • Fri 12
    September 12 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Summer’s Last Butterflies: From field to forest

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us to search for the season's last butterfliesOver 70 butterflies have been documented at Floracliff. This diversity is supported by the variety of habitats and plants found throughout the […]

  • Thu 18
    September 18 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden […]

  • Sat 20
    September 20 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

    The Aster Family – Asteraceae: A workshop with Rob Paratley

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join botanist Rob Paratley for an introduction to this large and important plant familyThe Asteraceae, or composites, contain more species of flowering plants than all others (but the orchids). There […]

  • Sun 21
    September 21 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Plein Air Painting & Drawing

    Come together with fellow artists for a hike to spend a few hours drawing and painting while sitting with Floracliff's scenery.Come together with fellow artists for a hike to spend […]

  • Tue 23
    September 23 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Seminar: Kentucky’s Wildlife Action Plan

    Join us for a seminar at the Trail's End Lodge with Laura Burford to learn about Kentucky Wildlife Action Plan, a conservation roadmap.Kentucky's Wildlife Action Plan: A conservation roadmap for […]

  • Tue 30
    September 30 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Kids Hike: Meet the Trees

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us during Fall Break for a hike through the woods as we use our senses to learn about our tree neighbors. For ages 5-10.Join us for a hike through […]

  • October 2025

  • Fri 3
    October 3 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Tree Week Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    A Tour of Floracliff’s Old Oak Trees

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Meet some of Kentucky's oldest trees on this hike at Floracliff.Floracliff’s forested ravines are home to some of the oldest known trees in Kentucky. This hike will feature some of […]

  • Sun 19
    October 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

    Beginning Drawing in Nature

    We'll focus on how to begin a drawing in a way that is easier and less scary than you might think!This is a workshop specifically for potential artists young and […]

  • Wed 22
    October 22 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    New Volunteer Orientation: Habitat Restoration

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join Floracliff's team of volunteers and help us protect, restore, and share nature in the Bluegrass.Now accepting Habitat Restoration volunteers!Do you want to restore habitat for wildlife while working in […]

  • Sat 25
    October 25 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Birding for Beginners with Dan Patrick

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for a Birding for Beginners walk and sit just as spring migration is underway. This program is for those ages 9 and up.If you’ve ever thought birdwatching would […]

  • Sat 25
    October 25 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

    The Natural Word: Nature Journaling at Floracliff

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Hone your observational skills through journal writing, as we use our words and drawings to explore Floracliff in different seasons.Hone your observational skills through journal writing, as we use our […]

  • Sun 26
    October 26 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Plein Air Painting & Drawing

    Come together with fellow artists for a hike to spend a few hours drawing and painting while sitting with Floracliff's scenery.Come together with fellow artists for a hike to spend […]

  • November 2025

  • Sat 1
    November 1 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Fall Molds and Mushrooms with Megan Buland

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Come join us as we explore the fantastic world of fungi found at Floracliff.Come join us as we explore the fantastic world of fungi found at Floracliff. We will discuss […]

  • Fri 7
    November 7 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and […]

  • Sat 8
    November 8 @ 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

    Fall Long Hike

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Ponder the scenic forest views of mid-autumn as we explore trails throughout the Sanctuary.On this long hike, we'll trek along our upland trails and down ravines to visit Elk Lick […]

  • December 2025

  • Fri 5
    December 5 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and […]

  • Fri 19
    December 19 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Winter Solstice Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden […]

  • January 2026

  • Fri 2
    January 2, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    FLOC: First Friday Birding January

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and […]

  • Fri 2
    January 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Kids Hike: Winter Birds

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us during winter break to learn about our feathered friends! For ages 5-10.Join us during winter break to learn about our feathered friends! We will learn how to use […]

  • Fri 30
    January 30, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

    The Natural Word: Nature Journaling

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Hone your observational skills through journal writing, as we use our words and drawings to explore Floracliff in different seasons.**Our print newsletter has the wrong date listed for this event. […]

  • February 2026

  • Fri 6
    February 6, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    FLOC: First Friday Birding February

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and […]

  • Sat 14
    February 14, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Birding for Beginners with Dan Patrick

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for a Birding for Beginners walk and sit during the Great Backyard Bird Count. This program is for those ages 9 and up.If you’ve ever thought birdwatching would […]

  • March 2026

  • Fri 6
    March 6, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    FLOC: First Friday Birding March

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!Start your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and […]

  • Sat 14
    March 14, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Well-grounded Relationships – The Botany & Geology of Floracliff

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join Dr. Frank Ettensohn, geologist, and Quinn Towery, botanist for a full day hike at Floracliff.Join Dr. Frank Ettensohn, geologist, and Quinn Towery, botanist for a full day hike at […]

  • Thu 19
    March 19, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden […]

  • Fri 20
    March 20, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Wildflower Hike to Elk Lick Creek w/ Beverly James

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Experience early spring at Floracliff on this wildflower hike.Join us for an early spring wildflower hike to see the first blooms of the season. This hike will highlight identification, ecology, […]

  • Thu 26
    March 26, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River

    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden […]

  • Fri 27
    March 27, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Wildflower Hike with Josie Miller

    Join us to see Floracliff's spring wildflowers.Join us as we search for and identify Floracliff's early spring ephemeral wildflowers.Hike Leader: Josie Miller, Stewardship DirectorHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route […]

  • Sat 28
    March 28, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Wildflower Hike with Josie Miller

    Join us to see Floracliff's spring wildflowers.Join us as we search for and identify Floracliff's early spring ephemeral wildflowers.Hike Leader: Josie Miller, Stewardship DirectorHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route […]

  • Tue 31
    March 31, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Wildflower Hike with Joyce Bender

    Celebrate spring’s beauty and explore some of the connections between spring wildflowers, their habitats, and us.Celebrate spring’s beauty and explore some of the connections between spring wildflowers, their habitats, and […]

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