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  • June 2023

  • Fri 30

    Butterflies of Central Kentucky Field Day

    June 30, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    Learn about the butterflies of the bluegrass.This field day will provide hands-on experience in butterfly identification at Floracliff and possibly another nearby location in Fayette County. It should be a […]

  • July 2023

  • Thu 20

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    July 20, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    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 21

    Elk Lick Creek Walk

    July 21, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

    Experience the beauty and wildlife of Elk Lick CreekElk Lick Creek flows through the heart of Floracliff before its confluence with the Kentucky River. Along the way, the stream and […]

  • August 2023

  • Thu 3

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    August 3, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    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 4

    Elk Lick Creek Walk

    August 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

    Experience the beauty and wildlife of Elk Lick CreekElk Lick Creek flows through the heart of Floracliff before its confluence with the Kentucky River. Along the way, the stream and […]

  • September 2023

  • Tue 5

    Creating Art in Nature

    September 5, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.If you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and […]

  • Thu 14

    Amphibians and Reptiles of the Kentucky River Palisades

    September 14, 2023 @ 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm

    Join us for a presentation on the amphibians and reptiles of the Kentucky River Palisades with herpetologist John MacGregor.John MacGregor presents "Amphibians and Reptiles of the Kentucky River Palisades"John MacGregor […]

  • Sat 16

    Creating Art in Nature

    September 16, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.If you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and […]

  • Wed 20

    New Volunteer Orientation

    September 20, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    Join Floracliff's team of volunteers and help us protect, restore, and share nature in the Bluegrass. Floracliff volunteers are important stewards and ambassadors for the sanctuary. They help us accomplish […]

  • Thu 21

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    September 21, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    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 […]

  • Tue 26

    Creating Art in Nature

    September 26, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.If you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and […]

  • October 2023

  • Tue 3

    Creating Art in Nature

    October 3, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.If you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and […]

  • Tue 3

    The Bats of Kentucky

    October 3, 2023 @ 5:15 pm - 7:30 pm

    Join us for a presentation on the bats of Kentucky with biologist Price Sewell. Price Sewell presents "The Bats of Kentucky" Price Sewell is a Biologist for Copperhead Environmental Consulting. […]

  • Sat 7

    Birding for Beginners

    October 7, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    Join us for a Tree Week Birding for Beginners walk and sit. This program is for those ages 9 and up. If you’ve ever thought birdwatching would be fun or […]

  • Thu 12

    Tree Week Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    October 12, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    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 […]

  • Fri 13

    A Tour of Floracliff’s Old Oak Trees

    October 13, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    Meet some of Kentucky's oldest known 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 […]

  • Sat 14

    Creating Art in Nature

    October 14, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary. If you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist […]

  • Thu 19

    Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River

    October 19, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    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

    The Natural Word: Nature Journaling at Floracliff

    October 20, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

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

  • Sat 21

    Fall Color Long Hike

    October 21, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    Immerse yourself in the colors of 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 […]

  • Tue 24

    Creating Art in Nature

    October 24, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.If you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and […]

  • Sat 28

    Forests and Carbon: What’s the big deal?

    October 28, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Join forest ecologist, Dr. Mary Arthur, on a hike to learn about the forest carbon cycle and why forests matter to a changing climate. Spend the morning learning how forests […]

  • November 2023

  • Fri 10

    Winter Tree I.D. Workshop

    November 10, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Join botanist Rob Paratley to learn how to identify trees without their leaves. Many people think that identifying trees after they've dropped their leaves is a difficult challenge. Most guides […]

  • Sat 11

    Long Hike

    November 11, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY, United States

    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 […]

  • December 2023

  • Thu 21

    Winter Solstice Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River

    December 21, 2023 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
    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 2024

  • Fri 26

    The Natural Word: Nature Journaling at Floracliff

    January 26, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    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 to explore Floracliff in different seasons.Hone your observational skills through journal writing, as we use our words to […]

  • February 2024

  • Sat 17

    Birding for Beginners

    February 17, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    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 2024

  • Sun 10

    Signs of Spring Long Hike

    March 10, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us to kick off our spring hike season with this long hike featuring Elk Lick Creek and Elk Lick Falls. Join us to kick off our spring hike season […]

  • Thu 14

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    March 14, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    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 […]

  • Thu 21

    Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River

    March 21, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    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 22

    Wildflower Hike

    March 22, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Join us to see the first wildflowers of the season.Join us for an early spring wildflower hike to see the first blooms of the season. This hike will highlight identification, […]

  • Sat 23

    Wildflower Hike to Elk Lick Creek

    March 23, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Join us to see the first wildflowers of the season.Join us for an early spring wildflower hike to see the first blooms of the season. This hike will highlight identification, […]

  • Fri 29

    Wildflower Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    March 29, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    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, […]

  • Sat 30

    Wildflower Hike

    March 30, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Join us to see the first wildflowers of the season.Join us for an early spring wildflower hike led by Floracliff's Stewardship Director, Josie Miller. This hike will highlight identification, ecology, […]

  • April 2024

  • Tue 2

    Wildflower Hike with Joyce Bender

    April 2, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    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, […]

  • Fri 5

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    April 5, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
    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 5

    Wildflower Hike

    April 5, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Join us for a wildflower hike at Floracliff during peak bloom.Join us for a wildflower hike during peak bloom. This hike will highlight identification, ecology, and pollinator relationships of our […]

  • Sat 6

    Wildflower Hike

    April 6, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Join us for a wildflower hike at Floracliff during peak bloom.Join us for a wildflower hike during peak bloom. This hike will highlight identification, ecology, and pollinator relationships of our […]

  • Tue 9

    Wildflower Hike

    April 9, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Join us for a wildflower hike at Floracliff during peak bloom. Join us for a wildflower hike during peak bloom. This hike will highlight identification, ecology, and pollinator relationships of […]

  • Tue 9

    Creating Art in Nature Among the Wildflowers

    April 9, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.If you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and […]

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