BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Floracliff Nature Sanctuary - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T214421 CREATED:20230718T001045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T135453Z UID:18059-1693918800-1693933200@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Creating Art in Nature DESCRIPTION:Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.\n\n\nIf you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and artist\, come join us for these art making sessions sited within the beautiful nature preserve at Floracliff. We’ll be outside creating art! \nSkill level: \nSome experience with handling art materials is assumed\, but all skill levels are welcome. If you are a naturalist who wants to try your hand at rendering the things you love\, you are welcome. If you are an artist who values the opportunity to work in a secluded\, protected preserve\, you are welcome. Guidance will be offered on request. \nSome themes might include: \n–Nature’s rich tapestry of species relationships \n–species of flora and fauna of interest to you \n–plein air landscape drawing and painting \n–living still life \n–some days will include hiking to an inspirational spot within Floracliff \nAnd more! \n*Sessions are free and limited to 12 participants (age 16 and older; minors must be accompanied by a guardian). We encourage you to attend multiple sessions. We will maintain a wait list\, so notification of cancellation in a timely manner is greatly appreciated. \n*Bring whatever art making materials you prefer \n*Ground cloth or seat\, water and snacks\, insect repellent\, sun hat \n*Everyone will pack their materials in and out\, sometimes a distance of ½ mile \nSession hosts: Steve Bennett and Laura Mentor \nSteve has been drawing all his life. He has over 20 years’ experience teaching/guiding students of many ages in drawing and 3-D design. His love of Nature has recently led to new branches of learning and appreciation for the rich complexities of the natural world. \nLaura has developed her eye for Nature’s treasures through a lifetime of hiking\, observation and research. She has been creating large scale installations of her ornate\, narrative stained glass windows for public buildings and private clients for over 25 years. Her ongoing research into native species and their relationships have informed her recent work. Examples may be viewed at www.lauramentor.com. \nSteve and Laura are regular program volunteers at Floracliff. \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/creating-art-in-nature-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/03d37eb1546921b61c59b46321966899.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T174500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T214421 CREATED:20230718T013759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T135453Z UID:18098-1694713500-1694721600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Amphibians and Reptiles of the Kentucky River Palisades DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on the amphibians and reptiles of the Kentucky River Palisades with herpetologist John MacGregor.\n\n\nJohn MacGregor presents “Amphibians and Reptiles of the Kentucky River Palisades” \nJohn MacGregor is a Herpetologist for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. More details TBA. \nWe are excited to host a new series of programs at Floracliff. The Bluegrass Biodiversity Seminar Series offers free evening presentations on Kentucky’s natural history and biodiversity in the historic Trail’s End Lodge. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/amphibians-and-reptiles-of-the-kentucky-river-palisades/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/8ba18975b2c295252ef6a76e98732c9c-xMnv7Q.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T214421 CREATED:20230718T001047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T135453Z UID:18061-1694869200-1694883600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Creating Art in Nature DESCRIPTION:Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.\n\n\nIf you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and artist\, come join us for these art making sessions sited within the beautiful nature preserve at Floracliff. We’ll be outside creating art! \nSkill level: \nSome experience with handling art materials is assumed\, but all skill levels are welcome. If you are a naturalist who wants to try your hand at rendering the things you love\, you are welcome. If you are an artist who values the opportunity to work in a secluded\, protected preserve\, you are welcome. Guidance will be offered on request. \nSome themes might include: \n–Nature’s rich tapestry of species relationships \n–species of flora and fauna of interest to you \n–plein air landscape drawing and painting \n–living still life \n–some days will include hiking to an inspirational spot within Floracliff \nAnd more! \n*Sessions are free and limited to 12 participants (age 16 and older; minors must be accompanied by a guardian). We encourage you to attend multiple sessions. We will maintain a wait list\, so notification of cancellation in a timely manner is greatly appreciated. \n*Bring whatever art making materials you prefer \n*Ground cloth or seat\, water and snacks\, insect repellent\, sun hat \n*Everyone will pack their materials in and out\, sometimes a distance of ½ mile \nSession hosts: Steve Bennett and Laura Mentor \nSteve has been drawing all his life. He has over 20 years’ experience teaching/guiding students of many ages in drawing and 3-D design. His love of Nature has recently led to new branches of learning and appreciation for the rich complexities of the natural world. \nLaura has developed her eye for Nature’s treasures through a lifetime of hiking\, observation and research. She has been creating large scale installations of her ornate\, narrative stained glass windows for public buildings and private clients for over 25 years. Her ongoing research into native species and their relationships have informed her recent work. Examples may be viewed at www.lauramentor.com. \nSteve and Laura are regular program volunteers at Floracliff. \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/creating-art-in-nature-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6cd13cae05edd30441d6e49d3c1239d6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T214421 CREATED:20230718T002037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T190956Z UID:18092-1695204000-1695214800@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\nFloracliff volunteers are important stewards and ambassadors for the sanctuary. They help us accomplish restoration goals; share the biodiversity\, natural history\, and cultural history of the sanctuary; participate in local and global community science projects; maintain our trails\, facilities\, and infrastructure; and so much more. \nVolunteer Commitment and Training: \nFloracliff depends on volunteers who participate at least once each month during weekday mornings/afternoons. New Volunteer Orientations are offered twice annually in late-winter and early-fall. Ongoing training is offered for committed volunteers. Detailed descriptions of ongoing volunteering opportunities can be found here: floracliff.org/volunteers \n\n\nPlease read through all of the Frequently Asked Questions before registering to be sure volunteering at Floracliff is a good fit for you and your current lifestyle. \nIf this commitment doesn’t work for your current schedule\, we completely understand and hope you’ll support Floracliff by joining in for our educational and inspirational programs. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/2024-new-volunteer-orientation/ 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/2023/07/e6103a1decd84ed475ae8f5cee0bfed0-IuZpEQ.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T214421 CREATED:20230718T001049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T135454Z UID:18063-1695317400-1695324600@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 5:30 pm. URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/golden-hour-hike-to-elk-lick-falls-14/ 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/2023/07/592712c3495638cdb800e1a92a2f4f40.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T214421 CREATED:20230718T001049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T135454Z UID:18064-1695733200-1695747600@www.floracliff.org SUMMARY:Creating Art in Nature DESCRIPTION:Join us for a few hours of making art at a scenic location in the sanctuary.\n\n\nIf you have an interest or desire to broaden your skills as a naturalist and artist\, come join us for these art making sessions sited within the beautiful nature preserve at Floracliff. We’ll be outside creating art! \nSkill level: \nSome experience with handling art materials is assumed\, but all skill levels are welcome. If you are a naturalist who wants to try your hand at rendering the things you love\, you are welcome. If you are an artist who values the opportunity to work in a secluded\, protected preserve\, you are welcome. Guidance will be offered on request. \nSome themes might include: \n–Nature’s rich tapestry of species relationships \n–species of flora and fauna of interest to you \n–plein air landscape drawing and painting \n–living still life \n–some days will include hiking to an inspirational spot within Floracliff \nAnd more! \n*Sessions are free and limited to 12 participants (age 16 and older; minors must be accompanied by a guardian). We encourage you to attend multiple sessions. We will maintain a wait list\, so notification of cancellation in a timely manner is greatly appreciated. \n*Bring whatever art making materials you prefer \n*Ground cloth or seat\, water and snacks\, insect repellent\, sun hat \n*Everyone will pack their materials in and out\, sometimes a distance of ½ mile \nSession hosts: Steve Bennett and Laura Mentor \nSteve has been drawing all his life. He has over 20 years’ experience teaching/guiding students of many ages in drawing and 3-D design. His love of Nature has recently led to new branches of learning and appreciation for the rich complexities of the natural world. \nLaura has developed her eye for Nature’s treasures through a lifetime of hiking\, observation and research. She has been creating large scale installations of her ornate\, narrative stained glass windows for public buildings and private clients for over 25 years. Her ongoing research into native species and their relationships have informed her recent work. Examples may be viewed at www.lauramentor.com. \nSteve and Laura are regular program volunteers at Floracliff. \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/creating-art-in-nature-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.floracliff.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/b418c38dd5ffd5743ef15cf2d1c2a93e.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR