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SUMMARY:FLOC: First Friday Birding
DESCRIPTION:Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!\n\n\nStart your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and forested habitat. We’ll take our time to document all the birds we see and hear during this community science based program. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair from our collection. \n\n\nSupport Floracliff with a Donation \nFloracliff depends on community support to offer these free events. Your donations support programs to promote knowledge and appreciation of nature and projects to protect\, steward\, and monitor the sanctuary and its wildlife. You can easily donate online at Floracliff.org. \n\n\nWhat is FLOC? \nFLOC (Floracliff Ornithology Community) was established in 2018 as a monthly community science project to document Floracliff’s bird diversity and seasonal changes. These free bird walks are led by advanced birders who are also trained Floracliff volunteers. It offers a fun opportunity for beginner and intermediate birders to to learn from others and for advanced birders to pass along their knowledge and experience. Over the years\, FLOC has developed established route(s) to maintain a systematic approach to collecting data. All FLOC observations are shared to eBird. \n\n\nBirdwatching Guidelines & Ethics \nThe American Birding Association (ABA) states “Birding should be fun and help build a better future for birds\, for birders\, and for all people”. As FLOC outreach continues to grow\, we want these outings to remain enjoyable and educational for birders of all levels\, while also minimizing impact to the birds being observed. The ABA provides a comprehensive Code of Birding Ethics found here. In short\, we expect those attending FLOC outings to minimize disturbance to birds and fellow birders by practicing the following: \n\nMinimize habitat disturbances by staying on the trail.\nThe use of audio recordings should be limited and at the discretion of the FLOC leader(s).\nBe mindful and cautious around active nests; give them space.\nDocument birds honestly.\nBe respectful of the interests\, rights\, and skill levels of fellow birders by keeping conversations quiet and helping others spot and learn about birds in the field.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/floc-first-friday-birding-14/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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SUMMARY:Fall Long Hike
DESCRIPTION:Ponder the scenic forest views of mid-autumn as we explore trails throughout the Sanctuary.\n\n\nOn this long hike\, we’ll trek along our upland trails and down ravines to visit Elk Lick Creek\, Elk Lick Falls\, and the oldest documented tree in Fayette County. \nProgram Leader: Floracliff Naturalists \nHiking Level: Moderate to strenuous in difficulty due to the steep terrain; uneven and sometimes  slick surfaces; hike duration (4.5 hours) and distance (about 4 miles) \nBring: water and snacks/trail-lunch; a lightweight pack to carry your items \nOptional: hiking poles\, camera\, binoculars \n\n\nWe’ll take a break at the creek\, so be sure to bring your lunch and appropriate clothing  layers for whatever the day may bring.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/fall-long-hike-5/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251205T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20250624T123249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T191714Z
UID:19472-1764925200-1764936000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:FLOC: First Friday Birding
DESCRIPTION:Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!\n\n\nStart your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and forested habitat. We’ll take our time to document all the birds we see and hear during this community science based program. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair from our collection. \n\n\nSupport Floracliff with a Donation \nFloracliff depends on community support to offer these free events. Your donations support programs to promote knowledge and appreciation of nature and projects to protect\, steward\, and monitor the sanctuary and its wildlife. You can easily donate online at Floracliff.org. \n\n\nWhat is FLOC? \nFLOC (Floracliff Ornithology Community) was established in 2018 as a monthly community science project to document Floracliff’s bird diversity and seasonal changes. These free bird walks are led by advanced birders who are also trained Floracliff volunteers. It offers a fun opportunity for beginner and intermediate birders to to learn from others and for advanced birders to pass along their knowledge and experience. Over the years\, FLOC has developed established route(s) to maintain a systematic approach to collecting data. All FLOC observations are shared to eBird. \n\n\nBirdwatching Guidelines & Ethics \nThe American Birding Association (ABA) states “Birding should be fun and help build a better future for birds\, for birders\, and for all people”. As FLOC outreach continues to grow\, we want these outings to remain enjoyable and educational for birders of all levels\, while also minimizing impact to the birds being observed. The ABA provides a comprehensive Code of Birding Ethics found here. In short\, we expect those attending FLOC outings to minimize disturbance to birds and fellow birders by practicing the following: \n\nMinimize habitat disturbances by staying on the trail.\nThe use of audio recordings should be limited and at the discretion of the FLOC leader(s).\nBe mindful and cautious around active nests; give them space.\nDocument birds honestly.\nBe respectful of the interests\, rights\, and skill levels of fellow birders by keeping conversations quiet and helping others spot and learn about birds in the field.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/floc-first-friday-birding-15/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251219T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20251219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20250707T183316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T203815Z
UID:19812-1766156400-1766163600@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River
DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.\n\n\nEnd your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees. This hike will head down to the Kentucky River floodplain\, where setting sun lights up the palisades. \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5 miles; rated moderate to difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, loose gravel\, and considrable elevation change; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water and lightweight pack for your personal items \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/winter-solstice-golden-hour-hike-to-the-kentucky-river-3/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260102T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
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SUMMARY:FLOC: First Friday Birding January
DESCRIPTION:Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!\n\n\nStart your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and forested habitat. We’ll take our time to document all the birds we see and hear during this community science based program. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair from our collection. \n\n\nSupport Floracliff with a Donation \nFloracliff depends on community support to offer these free events. Your donations support programs to promote knowledge and appreciation of nature and projects to protect\, steward\, and monitor the sanctuary and its wildlife. You can easily donate online at Floracliff.org. \n\n\nWhat is FLOC? \nFLOC (Floracliff Ornithology Community) was established in 2018 as a monthly community science project to document Floracliff’s bird diversity and seasonal changes. These free bird walks are led by advanced birders who are also trained Floracliff volunteers. It offers a fun opportunity for beginner and intermediate birders to to learn from others and for advanced birders to pass along their knowledge and experience. Over the years\, FLOC has developed established route(s) to maintain a systematic approach to collecting data. All FLOC observations are shared to eBird. \n\n\nBirdwatching Guidelines & Ethics \nThe American Birding Association (ABA) states “Birding should be fun and help build a better future for birds\, for birders\, and for all people”. As FLOC outreach continues to grow\, we want these outings to remain enjoyable and educational for birders of all levels\, while also minimizing impact to the birds being observed. The ABA provides a comprehensive Code of Birding Ethics found here. In short\, we expect those attending FLOC outings to minimize disturbance to birds and fellow birders by practicing the following: \n\nMinimize habitat disturbances by staying on the trail.\nThe use of audio recordings should be limited and at the discretion of the FLOC leader(s).\nBe mindful and cautious around active nests; give them space.\nDocument birds honestly.\nBe respectful of the interests\, rights\, and skill levels of fellow birders by keeping conversations quiet and helping others spot and learn about birds in the field.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/floc-first-friday-birding-january/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260102T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T203818Z
UID:19972-1767348000-1767355200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Kids Hike: Winter Birds
DESCRIPTION:Join us during winter break to learn about our feathered friends! For ages 5-10.\n\n\nJoin us during winter break to learn about our feathered friends! We will learn how to use binoculars and go for a hike looking for the resident winter birds of Floracliff. We have plenty of binoculars to share but you are welcome to bring your own. Intended for ages 5-10. \nHike Leader: Isabel Cochran\, Land Stewardship Technician \n**All minors participating in this program must be accompanied by a participating adult with a purchased ticket.  \nHike distance and difficulty: up to 1.5 miles; rated easy to moderate \nBring: water\, weather appropriate clothing \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/kids-hike-winter-birds/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260130T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260130T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153403Z
UID:19978-1769778000-1769787000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:The Natural Word: Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Hone your observational skills through journal writing\, as we use our words and drawings to explore Floracliff in different seasons.\n\n\n**Our print newsletter has the wrong date listed for this event. Please note the event is on Friday\, January 30th. \nHone your observational skills through journal writing\, as we use our words and drawings to explore Floracliff in different seasons. This hike will give you permission to sit and soak in the life around you\, open your senses to appreciate and imagine a bit of each creature’s sensory environment\, or study the intricate beauty in a stone or a leaf. Whether you’ve nature journaled for years\, or this is your first foray\, all are welcome. We will have specific tasks during each hike that will give you a structure on which to build your journal entries. \nDuring times of cold or rainy weather\, the writing portion of the program may move indoors. \nProgram Leader: Carol Spence\, Floracliff Volunteer \nHiking Level: moderate \nBring: a journal\, pen or pencil\, water\, a mat to sit on \nOptional: colored pencils\, water colors\, hiking poles\, snack\, camera\, binoculars \nThis program is recommended for adults and youth ages 12 and older. \n\n\nFloracliff has multiple entry gates. The meeting location for this program will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/the-natural-word-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260206T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153434Z
UID:19994-1770368400-1770379200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:FLOC: First Friday Birding February
DESCRIPTION:Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!\n\n\nStart your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and forested habitat. We’ll take our time to document all the birds we see and hear during this community science based program. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair from our collection. \n\n\nSupport Floracliff with a Donation \nFloracliff depends on community support to offer these free events. Your donations support programs to promote knowledge and appreciation of nature and projects to protect\, steward\, and monitor the sanctuary and its wildlife. You can easily donate online at Floracliff.org. \n\n\nWhat is FLOC? \nFLOC (Floracliff Ornithology Community) was established in 2018 as a monthly community science project to document Floracliff’s bird diversity and seasonal changes. These free bird walks are led by advanced birders who are also trained Floracliff volunteers. It offers a fun opportunity for beginner and intermediate birders to to learn from others and for advanced birders to pass along their knowledge and experience. Over the years\, FLOC has developed established route(s) to maintain a systematic approach to collecting data. All FLOC observations are shared to eBird. \n\n\nBirdwatching Guidelines & Ethics \nThe American Birding Association (ABA) states “Birding should be fun and help build a better future for birds\, for birders\, and for all people”. As FLOC outreach continues to grow\, we want these outings to remain enjoyable and educational for birders of all levels\, while also minimizing impact to the birds being observed. The ABA provides a comprehensive Code of Birding Ethics found here. In short\, we expect those attending FLOC outings to minimize disturbance to birds and fellow birders by practicing the following: \n\nMinimize habitat disturbances by staying on the trail.\nThe use of audio recordings should be limited and at the discretion of the FLOC leader(s).\nBe mindful and cautious around active nests; give them space.\nDocument birds honestly.\nBe respectful of the interests\, rights\, and skill levels of fellow birders by keeping conversations quiet and helping others spot and learn about birds in the field.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/floc-first-friday-birding-february/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153356Z
UID:19974-1771063200-1771070400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Birding for Beginners with Dan Patrick
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nIf you’ve ever thought birdwatching would be fun or interesting but didn’t know how to start come join us for a Birding for Beginners walk and sit. We’ll discuss the use of binoculars (we have nice ones you can use for the day); what to look for when you see a bird; discuss some free apps that help you figure out what you are seeing and we’ll go see some birds! The bird walk through the field and forest will be slow and relaxing\, and we’ll end with watching some feeders for our most common feeder birds. \nThis program is for beginner birders ages 9 and up. Young birders are especially encouraged to join. If you are an intermediate birder who is interested in birding programs at Floracliff\, look for our first Friday FLOC walks on our event calendar. \nProgram Leader: Dan Patrick\, Floracliff Volunteer \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5 miles; easy – moderate \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/birding-for-beginners-with-dan-patrick-6/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260304T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20260109T204036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153608Z
UID:20113-1772618400-1772629200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join Floracliff’s team of volunteers and help us protect\, restore\, and share nature in the Bluegrass.\n\n\nNow accepting Habitat and Garden Restoration\, and Community Science volunteers! \nDo you want to restore habitat for wildlife while working in nature with good people? Can you commit to working at least one weekday shift each month? Join our team of dedicated volunteers! \nFocus Areas: Habitat Restoration\, Community Science\, Garden Restoration \nAt this time of year\, we are specifically in need of volunteers to help with handpulling invasive garlic mustard and weeding and tending our native plant gardens. Additional opportunities are available for community science volunteers to work independently recording wildlife observations using apps such as iNaturalist\, eButterfly\, and eBird. \nVolunteer Commitment and Training: \nFloracliff depends on volunteers who participate regularly\, typically on Wednesday mornings. Community science shifts are offered on various weekdays between 9am-4pm. New Volunteer Orientations are offered twice annually. Ongoing training is offered for committed volunteers. We encourage those who are unable to commit to regular weekday volunteering to instead join us for our scheduled public programs. \nPlease note\, the initial volunteer orientation includes a few assignments ahead of time from home. All new volunteers must attend the entire in-person volunteer orientation before volunteering at Floracliff. \nCommunity science volunters must also attend an iNaturalist training. The next opportunity will be Tuesday\, March 17.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/new-volunteer-orientation/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260306T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153438Z
UID:19996-1772787600-1772798400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:FLOC: First Friday Birding March
DESCRIPTION:Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!\n\n\nStart your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and forested habitat. We’ll take our time to document all the birds we see and hear during this community science based program. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair from our collection. \n\n\nSupport Floracliff with a Donation \nFloracliff depends on community support to offer these free events. Your donations support programs to promote knowledge and appreciation of nature and projects to protect\, steward\, and monitor the sanctuary and its wildlife. You can easily donate online at Floracliff.org. \n\n\nWhat is FLOC? \nFLOC (Floracliff Ornithology Community) was established in 2018 as a monthly community science project to document Floracliff’s bird diversity and seasonal changes. These free bird walks are led by advanced birders who are also trained Floracliff volunteers. It offers a fun opportunity for beginner and intermediate birders to to learn from others and for advanced birders to pass along their knowledge and experience. Over the years\, FLOC has developed established route(s) to maintain a systematic approach to collecting data. All FLOC observations are shared to eBird. \n\n\nBirdwatching Guidelines & Ethics \nThe American Birding Association (ABA) states “Birding should be fun and help build a better future for birds\, for birders\, and for all people”. As FLOC outreach continues to grow\, we want these outings to remain enjoyable and educational for birders of all levels\, while also minimizing impact to the birds being observed. The ABA provides a comprehensive Code of Birding Ethics found here. In short\, we expect those attending FLOC outings to minimize disturbance to birds and fellow birders by practicing the following: \n\nMinimize habitat disturbances by staying on the trail.\nThe use of audio recordings should be limited and at the discretion of the FLOC leader(s).\nBe mindful and cautious around active nests; give them space.\nDocument birds honestly.\nBe respectful of the interests\, rights\, and skill levels of fellow birders by keeping conversations quiet and helping others spot and learn about birds in the field.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/floc-first-friday-birding-march/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/19462_image.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153359Z
UID:19976-1773478800-1773504000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Well-grounded Relationships - The Botany & Geology of Floracliff
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Frank Ettensohn\, geologist\, and Quinn Towery\, botanist for a full day hike at Floracliff.\n\n\nJoin Dr. Frank Ettensohn\, geologist\, and Quinn Towery\, botanist for a full day hike at Floracliff to explore the flora and geology of the Kentucky River Palisades. \nHike distance and difficulty: 3-4 miles; rated moderate to difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain\, loose gravel\, and considrable elevation change; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water\, lunch\, and lightweight pack for your personal items \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/well-grounded-relationships-the-botany-geology-of-floracliff/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153414Z
UID:19984-1773943200-1773950400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls
DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.\n\n\nEnd your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees. This will feature Elk Lick Falls and one of Kentucky’s oldest known trees. \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5 miles; rated moderate\, due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \n\n\nRush hour is likely to impact your travel time. Please account for this\, as the program will begin promptly at 6:00pm.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/golden-hour-hike-to-elk-lick-falls-27/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260320T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153407Z
UID:19980-1774011600-1774022400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike to Elk Lick Creek w/ Beverly James
DESCRIPTION:Experience early spring at Floracliff on this wildflower hike.\n\n\nJoin us for an early spring wildflower hike to see the first blooms of the season. This hike will highlight identification\, ecology\, and pollinator relationships of our spring ephemerals. \nHike Leader: Beverly James\, Preserve Director \nHike distance and difficulty: 3 miles; rated moderate to difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain and a potential creek crossing; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-to-elk-lick-creek-w-beverly-james/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/19980_image.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153418Z
UID:19986-1774548000-1774555200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River
DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.\n\n\nEnd your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees. This hike will head down to the Kentucky River floodplain\, where setting sun lights up the palisades. \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5 miles; rated moderate to difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the hike.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/golden-hour-hike-to-the-kentucky-river-19/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260327T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153513Z
UID:20021-1774616400-1774627200@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Josie Miller
DESCRIPTION:Join us to see Floracliff’s spring wildflowers.\n\n\nJoin us as we search for and identify  Floracliff’s early spring ephemeral wildflowers. \nHike Leader: Josie Miller\, Stewardship Director \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route will be determined by wildflower activity); rated moderate due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-josie-miller-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153517Z
UID:20022-1774702800-1774713600@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Josie Miller
DESCRIPTION:Join us to see Floracliff’s spring wildflowers.\n\n\nJoin us as we search for and identify  Floracliff’s early spring ephemeral wildflowers. \nHike Leader: Josie Miller\, Stewardship Director \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route will be determined by wildflower activity); rated moderate due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-josie-miller-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260331T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260331T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153411Z
UID:19983-1774962000-1774972800@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.\n\n\nCelebrate spring’s beauty and explore some of the connections between spring wildflowers\, their habitats\, and us. \nHike Leader: Joyce Bender\, retired from the Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2 miles; rated moderately difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the hike.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-joyce-bender-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260403T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260403T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153442Z
UID:20004-1775203200-1775214000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:FLOC: First Friday Birding April
DESCRIPTION:Join us for birding with the Floracliff Ornithology Community (FLOC)!\n\n\nStart your day with an easy-paced bird walk. Experienced birders will guide you on a 1-2 mile loop through grassland and forested habitat. We’ll take our time to document all the birds we see and hear during this community science based program. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair from our collection. \n\n\nSupport Floracliff with a Donation \nFloracliff depends on community support to offer these free events. Your donations support programs to promote knowledge and appreciation of nature and projects to protect\, steward\, and monitor the sanctuary and its wildlife. You can easily donate online at Floracliff.org. \n\n\nWhat is FLOC? \nFLOC (Floracliff Ornithology Community) was established in 2018 as a monthly community science project to document Floracliff’s bird diversity and seasonal changes. These free bird walks are led by advanced birders who are also trained Floracliff volunteers. It offers a fun opportunity for beginner and intermediate birders to to learn from others and for advanced birders to pass along their knowledge and experience. Over the years\, FLOC has developed established route(s) to maintain a systematic approach to collecting data. All FLOC observations are shared to eBird. \n\n\nBirdwatching Guidelines & Ethics \nThe American Birding Association (ABA) states “Birding should be fun and help build a better future for birds\, for birders\, and for all people”. As FLOC outreach continues to grow\, we want these outings to remain enjoyable and educational for birders of all levels\, while also minimizing impact to the birds being observed. The ABA provides a comprehensive Code of Birding Ethics found here. In short\, we expect those attending FLOC outings to minimize disturbance to birds and fellow birders by practicing the following: \n\nMinimize habitat disturbances by staying on the trail.\nThe use of audio recordings should be limited and at the discretion of the FLOC leader(s).\nBe mindful and cautious around active nests; give them space.\nDocument birds honestly.\nBe respectful of the interests\, rights\, and skill levels of fellow birders by keeping conversations quiet and helping others spot and learn about birds in the field.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/floc-first-friday-birding-april/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260403T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153422Z
UID:19988-1775221200-1775232000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Devin Rodgers
DESCRIPTION:Hike with a botanist at Floracliff during peak wildflower season.\n\n\nJoin botanist Devin Rodgers for a spring wildflower hike to identify the charismatic native\, early-flowering plants of the Kentucky River Palisades. A number of related topics will be discussed like floral morphology\, plant families\, ecological patterns\, biogeography\, and conservation. We also hope to observe pollination by native bees and discuss their importance in forested ecosystems. \nHike Leader: Devin Rodgers\, Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5 – 2 miles; rated moderate to difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the hike.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-devin-rodgers/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260404T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153426Z
UID:19989-1775307600-1775318400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Beverly James
DESCRIPTION:Join us to see Floracliff’s spring wildflowers.\n\n\nJoin us for a spring wildflower hike to see Floracliff’s wildflowers at their peak. This hike will highlight identification\, ecology\, and pollinator relationships of our spring ephemerals. \nHike Leader: Beverly James\, Executive Director \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route will be determined by wildflower activity); rated moderate due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-beverly-james-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260407T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260407T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153528Z
UID:20027-1775566800-1775574000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Kids Hike: Spring Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:Join us during spring break to take a close look at wildflowers! For ages 5-10.\n\n\nJoin us during spring break to take a close look at wildflowers! We will embark on a botanical adventure and scavenger hunt as we explore the trails during peak wildflower season. Floracliff is an excellent setting for young learners to engage with nature. \nHike Leader: Isabel Cochran\, Land Stewardship Technician \n**All minors participating in this program must be accompanied by a participating adult with a purchased ticket. \nHike distance and difficulty: up to 1.5 miles; rated easy to moderate \nBring: water\, weather appropriate clothing \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/kids-hike-spring-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260408T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153453Z
UID:20013-1775653200-1775664000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Beverly James
DESCRIPTION:Join us to see Floracliff’s spring wildflowers.\n\n\nJoin us for a spring wildflower hike to see Floracliff’s wildflowers at their peak. This hike will highlight identification\, ecology\, and pollinator relationships of our spring ephemerals. \nHike Leader: Beverly James\, Executive Director \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route will be determined by wildflower activity); rated moderate due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-beverly-james-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153505Z
UID:20017-1775757600-1775764800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Golden Hour Hike to Elk Lick Falls
DESCRIPTION:End your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.\n\n\nEnd your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees. This will feature Elk Lick Falls and one of Kentucky’s oldest known trees. \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5 miles; rated moderate\, due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \n\n\nRush hour is likely to impact your travel time. Please account for this\, as the program will begin promptly at 6:00pm.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/golden-hour-hike-to-elk-lick-falls-29/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260410T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153525Z
UID:20026-1775826000-1775836800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Josie Miller
DESCRIPTION:Join us to see Floracliff’s spring wildflowers.\n\n\nJoin us as we search for and identify  Floracliff’s early spring ephemeral wildflowers. \nHike Leader: Josie Miller\, Stewardship Director \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route will be determined by wildflower activity); rated moderate due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-josie-miller-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153430Z
UID:19990-1775901600-1775916000@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:A Close Look at Six Plant Families in Our Spring Flora
DESCRIPTION:Join botanist Rob Paratley for a botanical workshop and exploration of our spring wildflowers\n\n\nOur springtime is well loved for the profusion and diversity of its wildflowers. Our forest trees have barely begun budbreak or leaf out and the wildflowers appear in the understory. Our wayside weeds have begun to appear and bloom. Some flowering plant families are very well represented among these. Join botanist Rob Paratley as we explore several of these families and learn to recognize them by some of the features that unite them. Learn about their ecology\, geography\, and some of their uses. Recognizing families can help identify and learn the diversity of our spring flora. \nHike distance and difficulty: ~2 miles; rated moderate to difficult\, due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nProgram Leader: Rob Paratley \nBring: water\, close-toed shoes \n**All minors participating this program must be accompanied by a participating adult. \n\n\nFloracliff has multiple entry gates. The meeting location for this program will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/a-close-look-at-six-plant-families-in-our-spring-flora/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260414T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153457Z
UID:20014-1776171600-1776182400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Isabel Cochran
DESCRIPTION:Join us to see Floracliff’s spring wildflowers.\n\n\nMore details coming soon. \nHike Leader: Isabel Cochran\, Land Stewardship Technician \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route will be determined by wildflower activity); rated moderate due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-isabel-cochran/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153521Z
UID:20025-1776420000-1776430800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike with Dan Patrick
DESCRIPTION:Join us to see Floracliff’s spring wildflowers.\n\n\nMore details coming soon. \nHike Leader: Dan Patrick\, Volunteer Naturalist \nHike distance and difficulty: 1.5-2.5 miles (route will be determined by wildflower activity); rated moderate due to steep and uneven terrain; there may also be some slick spots near the creek \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the program.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/wildflower-hike-with-dan-patrick-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260417T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153552Z
UID:20036-1776450600-1776457800@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing w/ Andi Jasper
DESCRIPTION:Experience forest bathing at Floracliff during a spring golden hour evening.\n\n\nExperience forest bathing at Floracliff during a spring golden hour evening. This is an opportunity to slow down and immerse yourself in nature through sensory exploration and curiosity. This program is best suited for participants 16 and older. \nHike distance and difficulty: 1-1.5 miles; rated easy – moderate due to uneven terrain \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \n\n\nRush hour is likely to impact your travel time. Please account for this\, as the program will begin promptly at 6:30pm.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/forest-bathing-w-andi-jasper/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T111936
CREATED:20251125T154851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153532Z
UID:20029-1776506400-1776524400@www.floracliff.org
SUMMARY:Long Hike with the Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 4-5 mile hike at Floracliff during peak wildflower season.\n\n\nOn this long hike\, we’ll trek up and down the Elk Lick Valley to view the diversity of spring wildflowers at Floracliff. Stops along the way will include Elk Lick Falls\, Elk Lick Creek\, and Floracliff’s oldest tree\, a chinquapin oak dating to 1611. \nProgram Leader: Floracliff Naturalists \nHiking Level: Moderate to strenuous in difficulty due to the steep terrain; uneven and sometimes slick surfaces; hike duration (4-5 hours) and distance (about 4 miles) \nBring: water and snacks/trail-lunch; a lightweight pack to carry your items \nOptional: hiking poles\, camera\, binoculars \n\n\nWe’ll take a break at the creek\, so be sure to bring your lunch and appropriate clothing  layers for whatever the day may bring.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/long-hike-with-the-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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