BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Floracliff Nature Sanctuary - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.floracliff.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Floracliff Nature Sanctuary REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200209T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20191108T202748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T001204Z UID:5734-1581253200-1581262200@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Creative Reflections at the Trail's End Lodge DESCRIPTION:Enjoy two hours at the charming Trail’s End Lodge and adjacent grounds to write\, create\, or meditate. This program offers the opportunity to slow down\, connect to nature\, and disconnect from electronic devices. We’ll provide hot tea and a warm fire. At the end of the program\, participants will have a chance to share as much or as little as they want. \nBring: water\, a pad to sit on\, snack\, journal/sketchbook. Please leave your cameras at home for this program. \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking Level: Easy \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/creative-reflections-at-the-trails-end-lodge/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States CATEGORIES:Inspiration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CreativeReflections-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200207T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20191210T170530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T000509Z UID:7316-1581080400-1581091200@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Forest Fridays: February DESCRIPTION:With a commitment to conservation and a curiosity about the natural world\, our volunteers offer a unique perspective of Floracliff. In 2020\, these dedicated volunteers are leading a series of afternoon hikes\, highlighting the trails and terrain that they care for at Floracliff. \nJoin us for a hike along the Floracliff uplands and down to the junction of Evan’s Branch and Elk Lick Creek. Depending on the water level\, we may cross the creek for a longer hike. Along the way we’ll keep an eye out for birds and learn a bit of natural history. \n\nLeader: Dan Patrick \nHiking Level: moderate to difficult due to steep terrain and uneven surfaces; about 3 miles \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. \nWeather Policy: For the safety and enjoyment of our visitors\, all programs are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather\, including rain\, wind\, and severe weather warnings and advisories. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/forest-fridays-february/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Exploration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/79521419_10159399289679569_764072079208218624_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200103T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200103T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20191210T152115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191210T153108Z UID:7303-1578056400-1578067200@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Forest Fridays: Exploring the Floodplain DESCRIPTION:With a commitment to conservation and a curiosity about the natural world\, our volunteers offer a unique perspective of Floracliff. In 2020\, these dedicated volunteers are leading a series of afternoon hikes\, highlighting the trails and terrain that they care for at Floracliff. \nWinter is a great time to enjoy the view of the Kentucky River Palisades. Join us as we descend from the uplands of Floracliff along the old road to the Kentucky River floodplain. We’ll walk through river bottoms where farmers once grew corn\, tobacco\, and hemp\, visit a large pawpaw patch\, and see the old house that was built after another washed away in the flood of 1937. \n\nLeaders: Cynthia Higgs\, Byron Madara \nHiking Level: moderate to difficult due to 300ft elevation loss and gain; 2-3 miles \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. \nWeather Policy: For the safety and enjoyment of our visitors\, all programs are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather\, including rain\, wind\, and severe weather warnings and advisories. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/forest-fridays-exploring-the-floodplain/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States CATEGORIES:Exploration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/River-Trail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20181204T170609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191011T162505Z UID:1123-1575712800-1575723600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Winter Birds\, Christmas Bird Count\, & eBird: A Citizen Science Workshop DESCRIPTION:If you are considering birdwatching as a new hobby\, wintertime is a great time to start. We will cover winter birds of the forest and backyard and provide information on how to participate in one of the longest running citizen science programs. \nThis program is part of a citizen science workshop series we are offering in 2019. Citizen science provides opportunities to connect to nature\, build community\, and practice mindfulness\, all while contributing to knowledge of the natural world. Each workshop session will include a 1-2 hour indoor identification presentation and a corresponding outdoor activity or event. Please see our events page for information about the other workshops. \nProgram leader: Beverly James\, Preserve Director \nHiking Level: Easy \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/winter-birds-christmas-bird-count-ebird-a-citizen-science-workshop/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/downy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191127T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191127T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190723T195814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191016T185519Z UID:2403-1574848800-1574863200@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Eve Long Hike DESCRIPTION:This hike will cover about 5 miles and will feature Trail’s End\, the Kentucky River\, Elk Lick Falls\, Elk Lick Creek\, and the oldest documented tree in Fayette County. \nHike Leaders: Floracliff Naturalists \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/thanksgiving-eve-long-hike-2/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/wintertreehike.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191109T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190726T131545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190726T131709Z UID:2500-1573290000-1573311600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Elk Lick Falls\, the Kentucky River Fault\, and the Evolution of the Kentucky River Gorge: A Geologist's Perspective DESCRIPTION:Program Leader: Ralph Ewers\, Ph.D\, Emeritus Professor\, Eastern Kentucky University \nThe remarkable topography at Floracliff and Elk Lick Falls is the result of a series of geological events beginning some 400 million years ago with the epicontinental seas of the Ordovician Age. More recently the Kentucky River fault zone\, the continental glaciers of the Pleistocene Ice Age\, and the evolution of the Ohio River all have had their effects on Floracliff scenery. We will explore the remnants of the seas that covered the area and the rich marine fauna that lived then as well as the evidence for distant volcanoes during that time. With a visit to the falls and to the Kentucky River Gorge we will explore the reasons for their existence. Along the way we will see the effects of the Kentucky River Fault\, estimate its immense vertical displacement and see evidence for the river’s former existence as a meandering stream over 300 feet above its present position. \nThis program will feature sites within Floracliff as well as sites along nearby roads in Fayette and Madison Counties. \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to uneven terrain and distance \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. \nImage: Kentucky Geological Survey URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/elk-lick-falls-the-kentucky-river-fault-and-the-evolution-of-the-kentucky-river-gorge-a-geologists-perspective/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Screen-Shot-2019-07-26-at-9.07.32-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190723T193754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T171623Z UID:2397-1572453000-1572458400@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Magic Hour Hike to the Kentucky River DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “magic hour” hike at Floracliff. We will hike down to the Kentucky River\, taking in the early evening sunlight shining through the trees and reflecting off the palisade cliffs. \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking level: Moderate to Difficult (due to steep\, uneven terrain) \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/magic-hour-hike-to-the-kentucky-river-2/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/River-Trail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190723T195323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T195323Z UID:2402-1572084000-1572098400@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Fall Color Long Hike DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual fall long hike. This hike will cover about 5 miles and will feature the Kentucky River\, Elk Lick Falls\, Elk Lick Creek\, and the oldest documented tree in Fayette County. \nHike Leaders: Floracliff Naturalists \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/fall-color-long-hike/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Ann-and-Bob-Wilson-Trail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191017T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191017T190000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190624T182727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T182727Z UID:2327-1571331600-1571338800@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Creative Reflections Hike: A Magic Hour with the Trees DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a full hour immersed in a select location of Floracliff with some of our favorite trees. Starting 2 hours before sunset\, this program offers the opportunity to slow down\, connect to nature\, and disconnect from electronic devices while sketching\, journaling\, or meditating. At the end of the hike\, participants will have a chance to share as much or as little as they want. \nBring: water\, a pad to sit on\, snack\, journal/sketchbook. Please leave your cameras at home for this hike. \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, wet and slick surfaces\, and optional navigation around and over small waterfalls and rocky substrate. \nThis event is part of the Urban Forest Initiative’s Tree Week. \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/creative-reflections-hike-a-magic-hour-with-the-trees/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Revisiting-Floracliffs-Old-Oaks.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191014T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191014T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190614T155443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T175857Z UID:2287-1571040000-1571072400@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Shrubs and Understory Trees of Central and Eastern Kentucky DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Rob Paratley\, University of Kentucky \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult \nApart from the major trees in our forests\, smaller woody plants add greatly to the diversity of our ecosystems. We can use the same skills and field characters that are used to identify the oaks\, maples\, and other major trees\, and apply them to learning the many understory woody plants that add to the complexity of our native vegetation. Understory shrubs and small trees can also help us understand a site’s soil characteristics and disturbance history. This workshop will include a morning hike at Floracliff and an afternoon hike in the Daniel Boone National Forest. \nWorkshop Cancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/shrubs-and-understory-trees-of-central-and-eastern-kentucky/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Understory-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191013T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191013T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190702T195624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T201349Z UID:2337-1570971600-1570982400@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Trees of the Creek DESCRIPTION:Over 100 species of woody plants grow in the woodlands and forests of Floracliff. As we walk through the creek\, we’ll learn to identify both common and unusual species that live along the banks of Elk Lick Creek. \nHike Leader: Josie Miller\, Stewardship Director \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to wet and slick surfaces. We will be walking through a 1/4-mile section of the creek\, so feet will likely get wet. \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/trees-of-the-creek/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_6166-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20181204T165720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191016T184616Z UID:1119-1570800600-1570813200@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Trees\, TreeSnap\, & iNaturalist: A Citizen Science Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of tree identification and how to record your observations using two different apps. \nThis program is part of a citizen science workshop series we are offering in 2019. Citizen science provides opportunities to connect to nature\, build community\, and practice mindfulness\, all while contributing to knowledge of the natural world. Each workshop session will include a 1-2 hour indoor identification presentation and a corresponding outdoor activity or event. Please see our events page for information about the other workshops. \nProgram leader: Beverly James\, Preserve Director \nHiking Level: Easy to Moderate \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/trees-treesnap-inaturalist-a-citizen-science-workshop/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/IMG_0554.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191005T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190211T193119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T154044Z UID:1346-1570287600-1570377600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Spiders of Kentucky: A Floracliff Field Studies Workshop DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Dr. James Wagner\, Transylvania University \nHiking Level: Moderate \nSpiders are one of the most diverse groups of terrestrial invertebrates yet most people only seem to know of black widows\, brown recluses\, and wolf spiders. This workshop is designed to introduce you to the great diversity in spider forms and behaviors and train you to identify some of the common families of spiders. We will utilize a variety of collecting methods to create a specimen collection for the Floracliff preserve and we will identify our captures to the lowest taxonomic level possible. Since many spiders are nocturnal\, will visit Trail’s End at night to observe and document the spiders in the preserve.  \nSchedule:\n Saturday\, October 5th: 3 pm – 9 pm\n Sunday\, October 6th: 11 am – 4 pm \nJames Wagner is a Professor of Biology at Transylvania University. He has been studying the behavioral ecology of insects and spiders for the last 25 years. His research has been highlighted on a Discover Magazine segment for The Discovery Channel and on an episode of Weird\, True and Freaky on Animal Planet. In 2001\, he was named Kentucky Professor of the Year by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. \nWorkshop Cancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 3 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/spiders-of-kentucky-a-floracliff-field-studies-workshop/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Studies Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1395860_10152397477189569_1344048811_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190926T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190926T190000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190723T192935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T192935Z UID:2393-1569517200-1569524400@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. This hike will feature Elk Lick Falls and the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. \nHiking Level: Moderate \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/magic-hour-hike-to-elk-lick-falls-3/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/51917051_10158423574439569_7685497861957484544_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190723T193631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T193631Z UID:2391-1568458800-1568469600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Fall Wildflowers and Butterflies DESCRIPTION:Preserve Director Beverly James will lead this fall wildflower hike highlighting identification and natural history of our late-blooming flowers and the butterflies they attract. Expect to see asters\, goldenrods\, lobelias\, and more. \nHiking Level: Moderate\, due to steep and uneven terrain \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/fall-wildflowers-and-butterflies/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/IMG_0091-e1563910573848.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190809T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190809T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190709T201633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190710T182524Z UID:2357-1565344800-1565355600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Creek Explorations Hike DESCRIPTION:Elk Lick Creek flows through the heart of Floracliff and provides habitat for a diversity of amphibians\, reptiles\, insects\, fish\, and more. Join Floracliff Naturalists on this trek along a scenic 1/2-mile section of of the creek to explore the biodiversity and take in the beauty of the area. \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, wet and slick surfaces\, and navigation around and over small waterfalls and rocky substrate. This hike is 2 miles round-trip\, with 1 mile in the creek. Prepare for wet feet! \nPhoto credit: Ward Ransdell URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/creek-explorations-hike/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/untitled-3-of-28.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190804T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190804T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190607T181702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190607T181702Z UID:2219-1564923600-1564932600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Creative Reflections Creek Walk DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a full hour immersed in the sights and sounds of Elk Lick Creek. This program offers the opportunity to slow down\, connect to nature\, and disconnect from electronic devices while sketching\, journaling\, or meditating. At the end of the hike\, participants will have a chance to share as much or as little as they want. \nBring: water\, a pad to sit on\, snack\, journal/sketchbook. Please leave your cameras at home for this hike. \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, wet and slick surfaces\, and optional navigation around and over small waterfalls and rocky substrate. \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/creative-reflections-creek-walk/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_6166-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190726T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190226T180605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T144650Z UID:1463-1564135200-1564243200@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Freshwater Mussels of Kentucky: A Floracliff Field Studies Workshop DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Michael Compton\, Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves \nDifficulty Level of Field Component: Moderate to Difficult \nThis introductory workshop will focus on the amazing group of animals known as freshwater mussels. Participants will learn about the life history\, ecology\, diversity\, and conservation of mussels and will gain field and laboratory experience in the collection (shells only) and identification of them. Basic course material will be provided\, but students will be expected to participate in all activities and should have the proper clothing and footwear to efficiently and safely navigate within the stream channel. Specific activities will include snorkeling and wading in the river to search for mussels. Field activities will occur in a nearby river (tentatively the Green River)\, but will be determined based on river and weather conditions during the scheduled workshop. Students should plan to get wet\, have fun\, and be amazed about the incredible animals that live at the bottom of the river. \nSchedule: \nFriday\, July 26th: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm: indoor presentations at Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\nSaturday\, July 27th: 9:30 – 4:00: outdoor activities in nearby nearby river \nMichael Compton is the aquatic zoologist for the Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves. He has over 25 years of experience in the collection\, identification\, and conservation of Kentucky’s fish\, freshwater mussels\, crayfish\, and aquatic insects. \nOther Details: \nInclement weather back-up dates: August 2nd and 3rd \nThis workshop is limited to 12 participants. All participants must be 15 years of age or older. Participants between the ages of 15 and 17 must be accompanied by a participating adult. All participants must be able to swim. \nSpecific gear needed for the workshop: \nMask and snorkel\nDurable\, close-toed footwear\nClothing to wear in the water plus additional dry clothing\nTowel \nOptional gear: \nWet suit (recommended) for extended time in the water\nSwimwear\nDry bag \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 3 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/mussels-of-kentucky-a-floracliff-field-studies-workshop/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Studies Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1102550_10201594638409050_1337864364_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190719T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190719T233000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190318T145934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T145934Z UID:1606-1563570000-1563579000@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Nature at Night: Moths and More DESCRIPTION:Floracliff has a diversity of moths that come in many different sizes and colors. These insects play an important role in the ecosystem\, having intricate relationships with our native plants\, birds\, and bats. Join us for this program to kick off National Moth Week\, when we will have a few light stations set up with sheets to get a close-up look at our moths and other nocturnal insects. Bring a flashlight! \nProgram Leader(s): Shelby Fulton\, Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves & Beverly James\, Floracliff Preserve Director \nHiking Level: Easy \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/nature-at-night-moths-and-more/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/DSC_2531-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190607T174400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190717T145116Z UID:2212-1563447600-1563458400@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Elk Lick Creek Walk DESCRIPTION:Elk Lick Creek flows through the heart of Floracliff and provides habitat for a diversity of amphibians\, reptiles\, insects\, fish\, and more. Join Floracliff Naturalists on this trek along a scenic 1/2-mile section of of the creek to explore the biodiversity and take in the beauty of the area. \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, wet and slick surfaces\, and navigation around and over small waterfalls and rocky substrate. This hike is 2 miles\, with 1 mile in the creek. Prepare for wet feet! \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/elk-lick-creek-walk-2/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/DSC_0463.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190607T164737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190607T181902Z UID:2202-1563006600-1563022800@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Central Bluegrass Summer Butterfly Count DESCRIPTION:For the 3rd year\, Floracliff is hosting and organizing the Central Bluegrass Butterfly Count. Butterfly enthusiasts and citizen scientists are encouraged to help us count and document butterflies at various locations throughout Lexington. All data will be submitted to the North American Butterfly Association. Participating sites include the Arboretum\, Floracliff\, Raven Run\, Hisle Park\, McConnell Springs\, and Wellington Park. \nCost: $3/participant. All fees will be submitted to the North American Butterfly Association. \nPre-registration required. Meeting locations and other details will be emailed to all registered participants before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/central-bluegrass-summer-butterfly-count/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IMG_1645.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Floracliff Nature Sanctuary":MAILTO:info@floracliff.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190625T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20181204T165041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190619T181240Z UID:1115-1561487400-1561492800@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Butterfly Identification: A Citizen Science Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify over 40 of our most common butterflies to prepare for the upcoming summer butterfly count on Saturday\, July 13th. This program will be entirely indoors. \nThis program is part of a citizen science workshop series we are offering in 2019. Citizen science provides opportunities to connect to nature\, build community\, and practice mindfulness\, all while contributing to knowledge of the natural world. Each workshop session will include a 1-2 hour indoor identification presentation and a corresponding outdoor activity or event. Please see our events page for information about the other workshops. \nProgram leader: Beverly James\, Preserve Director \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/butterfly-identification-a-citizen-science-workshop/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/IMG_5355.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190416T172058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T172058Z UID:1871-1561057200-1561062600@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. This hike will feature Elk Lick Falls and the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. \nHiking Level: Moderate \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/magic-hour-hike-to-elk-lick-falls-2/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/51917051_10158423574439569_7685497861957484544_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190416T185847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T185847Z UID:1866-1559818800-1559829600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Elk Lick Creek Walk DESCRIPTION:Elk Lick Creek flows through the heart of Floracliff and provides habitat for a diversity of amphibians\, reptiles\, insects\, fish\, and more. Join Floracliff Naturalists on this trek along a scenic 1/2-mile section of of the creek to explore the biodiversity and take in the beauty of the area. \nHiking Level: Moderate to Difficult\, due to steep\, uneven terrain and wet\, slick surfaces \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/elk-lick-creek-walk/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/DSC_0463.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190424T194453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T194453Z UID:1996-1559638800-1559664000@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Land Snails of Kentucky: A Citizen Science Workshop DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dan and Judy Dourson \nHiking Level: Moderate \nAre you a kid at heart that loves looking for treasure and exploring the great state of Kentucky? Do you like learning about the lesser known\, least understood organisms that support our ecosystems? Are you detail-oriented? The Kentucky Statewide Land Snail Biodiversity Project needs YOU! \nThe Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves and Dourson Biological Consulting are conducting an 18-month project to survey the land snail species of Kentucky\, update existing records and determine the status of land snail species in the state. This project seeks the collaboration and cooperation from a wide variety of sources across the state including biologists\, teachers\, land managers\, park naturalists and most importantly\, CITIZEN SCIENTISTS who are interested in contributing to a scientific study of a lesser known group of organisms that are the building blocks of the ecosystems. \nFloracliff will be hosting this workshop to introduce the project\, discuss the importance of land snails\, habitat selection and collection techniques. Each participant will receive materials to assist in the project. \nThis workshop is a great opportunity to learn more about an under-appreciated organism\, it’s place in ecosystems\, and to contribute to the overall knowledge of land snail species across the state of Kentucky. \nWorkshop Cancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/land-snails-of-kentucky-a-citizen-science-workshop/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Screen-Shot-2019-04-24-at-3.24.14-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T223000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190227T215131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T163115Z UID:1480-1559334600-1559341800@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Nature at Night: Frogs and Toads DESCRIPTION:Our native frogs and toads breed in shallow waters during Spring and the evenings are a great time to get close-up views of them. During this program\, we will visit the ponds near the nature center to inspect the frog activity. We expect to find Cope’s gray treefrogs and possibly a few others. All visitors need to bring a flashlight and wear close-toed shoes. \nHiking level: Easy \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/nature-at-night-frogs-and-toads/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States CATEGORIES:Hikes and Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_4976.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190523T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190523T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190416T171607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T171607Z UID:1867-1558638000-1558643400@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. This hike will feature Elk Lick Falls and the oldest documented chinkapin oak in Kentucky. \nHiking Level: Moderate \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/magic-hour-hike-to-elk-lick-falls/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/IMG_4481-e1555434941578.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20181204T164505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T150147Z UID:1108-1558123200-1558130400@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Frogs and FrogWatch USA: A Citizen Science Workshop DESCRIPTION:We will spend time learning our native frogs by sight and sound\, then head to the ponds to listen and record data. Recommended for ages 15 and up. \nThis program is part of a citizen science workshop series we are offering in 2019. Citizen science provides opportunities to connect to nature\, build community\, and practice mindfulness\, all while contributing to knowledge of the natural world. Each workshop session will include a 1-2 hour indoor identification presentation and a corresponding outdoor activity or event. Please see our events page for information about the other workshops. \nProgram leader: Beverly James\, Preserve Director \nHiking Level: Easy to Moderate \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/frogs-and-frogwatch-usa/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/IMG_4956.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190226T192006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190324T000002Z UID:1468-1557565200-1557579600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Herpetology Program and Hike w/ Zeb Weese DESCRIPTION:Zeb Weese\, Executive Director of the Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves\, will lead this program for all ages to find some of our native frogs\, snakes\, salamanders\, and turtles in the various habitats of Floracliff\, including ponds\, fields\, and streams. \nHiking level: Moderate (please note this program includes steep and uneven terrain and walking in our along stream banks with wet rocks) \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/herpetology-program-and-hike-w-zeb-weese/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/2018Programs-006-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T064315 CREATED:20190318T144415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190323T193155Z UID:1600-1556956800-1556971200@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Global Big Day Birding Hikes DESCRIPTION:Put on your Citizen Scientist hat and join us in counting and identifying the birds at Floracliff. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology organizes the 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(s): Nathan Skinner\, Volunteer Naturalist \nHiking Level: Moderate \nCancellation/Refund Policy: To cancel your registration and request a refund\, please email info@floracliff.org at least 2 weeks before the event. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/global-big-day-birding-hikes/ LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States CATEGORIES:Hikes and Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2018Programs-012.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR