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  • May 2024

  • Fri 3

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    May 3, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

    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 7

    Creating Art in Nature at Elk Lick Falls

    May 7, 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 […]

  • Thu 16

    Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River

    May 16, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 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 […]

  • Sat 18

    Elk Lick Creek Exploration

    May 18, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    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.More details coming soon.Bring: water, closed-toe shoes, hiking stick (optional)Hike […]

  • Sun 19

    Creating Art in Nature at Elk Lick Falls

    May 19, 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 […]

  • Thu 23

    The Raptors of Kentucky: Natural History and Conservation

    May 23, 2024 @ 6:15 pm - 8:30 pm

    Join us for a presentation on the raptors of Kentucky with avian biologist Michael Patton.Learn about Kentucky’s birds of prey, from the most common to those rarely seen, and the […]

  • Tue 28

    Creating Art in Nature in the Forest

    May 28, 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 […]

  • June 2024

  • Tue 4

    Creating Art in Nature in Elk Lick Valley

    June 4, 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 […]

  • Fri 7

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    June 7, 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 […]

  • Thu 13

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    June 13, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 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 […]

  • Sun 16

    Creating Art in Nature in Elk Lick Valley

    June 16, 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 […]

  • Tue 18

    Butterfly ID for Beginners

    June 18, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Learn how to ID the most common butterflies of the BluegrassTo celebrate Pollinator Week, we are highlighting central Kentucky's butterflies.Nearly 150 butterflies have been documented throughout the state. This indoor […]

  • Thu 20

    The Bumble Bees of Kentucky

    June 20, 2024 @ 6:15 pm - 8:30 pm

    Join us for a presentation on the bumble bees of Kentucky with invertebrate biologist Katie Cody.Join us for a presentation on the bumble bees of Kentucky.Presenter: Katie Cody, Invertebrate Biologist, […]

  • Tue 25

    Creating Art in Nature in the Forest

    June 25, 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 […]

  • July 2024

  • Fri 5

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    July 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 12

    The Natural Word: Nature Journaling at Floracliff

    July 12, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 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 […]

  • Thu 18

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    July 18, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 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 […]

  • Tue 23

    Meadow Snorkeling w/ Blake Newton

    July 23, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    A program for all ages. Join as as we dive down into the meadow with an entomologist!Join as as we dive down into the meadow! We'll get CLOSE to investigate […]

  • August 2024

  • Fri 2

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    August 2, 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 […]

  • Thu 15

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    August 15, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 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 […]

  • September 2024

  • Thu 5

    Kentucky’s Land Snails: Citizen Science in Action

    September 5, 2024 @ 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm

    Join us for a presentation on the land snails of Kentucky with Dan and Judy DoursonPresenters: Dan and Judy DoursonJoin Dan and Judy Dourson as they share their passion for […]

  • Fri 6

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    September 6, 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 […]

  • Tue 17

    The Meso-mammals of Kentucky

    September 17, 2024 @ 5:15 pm - 7:30 pm

    Join us for a presentation on the meso-mammals of Kentucky with wildlife biologist Courtney HayesPresenter: Courtney Hayes, Kentucky Department of Fish and WildlifeLearn about the mammalian meso-predators that live among […]

  • Thu 19

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    September 19, 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 […]

  • Sat 21

    New Neighbors and a Ticking Clock: the ecology of ephemeral ponds w/Cy Mott

    September 21, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    The ecology of ephemeral ponds with Dr. Cy MottLearn about the ecology and evolution of organisms inhabiting the fishless ephemeral ponds and streams of Kentucky. Join EKU aquatic ecologist Dr. […]

  • Sun 22

    Plein Air Painting & Drawing

    September 22, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join fellow artists on a hike to a scenic spot within Floracliff to draw and paint over 4 hours.Join fellow artists on a hike to a scenic spot within Floracliff […]

  • Sat 28

    Bluegrass Land & Nature Symposium

    September 28, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Floracliff Nature Sanctuary 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, KY 40515, Lexington, KY, US

    Join us for the 2nd Bluegrass Land and Nature Symposium!Registration opens August 1st.On Saturday, September 28, we’ll have a full day of programs led by regional experts for the 2nd […]

  • October 2024

  • Fri 4

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    October 4, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    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 5

    Birding for Beginners

    October 5, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
    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 fall migration. This program is for those ages 9 and up.If you’ve ever thought birdwatching would be fun or […]

  • Sun 6

    Beginning Drawing in Nature

    October 6, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

    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 […]

  • Thu 10

    Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls

    October 10, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 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 […]

  • Wed 16

    New Volunteer Orientation: habitat restoration

    October 16, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    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 […]

  • Thu 17

    Tree Week Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River

    October 17, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 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 18

    Floracliff’s Sentinels: A tour of the sanctuary’s old oak trees

    October 18, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    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 […]

  • Tue 22

    Plein Air Painting & Drawing

    October 22, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join fellow artists on a hike to a scenic spot within Floracliff to draw and paint over 4 hours.Join fellow artists on a hike to a scenic spot within Floracliff […]

  • Fri 25

    The Natural Word: Nature Journaling at Floracliff

    October 25, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 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 […]

  • November 2024

  • Fri 1

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    November 1, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    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 9

    Fall Long Hike

    November 9, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
    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 […]

  • Fri 15

    Intro to Winter Tree ID – Looking at all the clues

    November 15, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 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 focus […]

  • December 2024

  • Fri 6

    FLOC: First Friday Birding

    December 6, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    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 […]

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