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SUMMARY:Kentucky's Land Snails: Citizen Science in Action
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on the land snails of Kentucky with Dan and Judy Dourson\n\n\nPresenters: Dan and Judy Dourson \nJoin Dan and Judy Dourson as they share their passion for one of the lesser known organisms\, land snails. The program will focus on the importance of land snails in a healthy ecosystem and provide an overview of results of Kentucky’s statewide land snail survey in 2019-2020. Professional biologists and citizen scientists assisted in this ambitious endeavor that documented numerous new county and state records with a few new species to science! \nThis program is part of the Bluegrass Biodiversity Seminar Series\, which offers free evening presentations on Kentucky’s natural history and biodiversity in the historic Trail’s End Lodge. \nThis program is generously sponsored by Charley and Kim Sither to make attendance free for all participants.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/kentuckys-land-snails-citizen-science-in-action/
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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-6/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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SUMMARY:The Meso-mammals of Kentucky
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on the meso-mammals of Kentucky with wildlife biologist Courtney Hayes\n\n\nPresenter: Courtney Hayes\, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife \nLearn about the mammalian meso-predators that live among us in Kentucky. For these mammals\, it’s eat or be eaten. Join Floracliff and Wildlife Biologist Courtney Hayes with the At-Risk Species division of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources to learn about the mammalian mesopredators we have living in Kentucky. From eastern spotted skunks\, to gray foxes\, to short-tailed weasels\, learn about the secretive predators that help balance our modern-day wild ecosystems. You will also hear some tips and tricks for setting your own trail cameras to optimize images for these critters and how you can contribute to larger state-wide monitoring projects. \nThis program is part of the Bluegrass Biodiversity Seminar Series\, which offers free evening presentations on Kentucky’s natural history and biodiversity in the historic Trail’s End Lodge. \nThis program is generously sponsored by Charley and Kim Sither to make attendance free for all participants.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/the-meso-mammals-of-kentucky/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T173000
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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 hike 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-21/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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SUMMARY:New Neighbors and a Ticking Clock: the ecology of ephemeral ponds w/Cy Mott
DESCRIPTION:The ecology of ephemeral ponds with Dr. Cy Mott\n\n\nLearn about the ecology and evolution of organisms inhabiting the fishless ephemeral ponds and streams of Kentucky. Join EKU aquatic ecologist Dr. Cy Mott to discover these seasonal ecosystems that\, despite their small size\, harbor immense vertebrate and invertebrate diversity despite being small enough to often be missed on a summer hike through the woods. You will hear about many of the animal adaptations to seasonal drying\, and in particular\, the recently documented effects that invasive plants can have on these ecosystems. \nProgram Leader: Dr. Cy Mott\, Department of Biological Sciences\, Eastern Kentucky University \nBring: water\, closed-toe shoes \nHiking level: moderate \nThe meeting location will be emailed to all registered participants a few days before the hike.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/new-neighbors-and-a-ticking-clock-the-ecology-of-ephemeral-ponds-w-cy-mott/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Painting & Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow artists on a hike to a scenic spot within Floracliff to draw and paint over 4 hours.\n\n\nJoin fellow artists on a hike to a scenic spot within Floracliff to draw and paint over 4 hours. Artists provide their own materials and must pack in and out over varying terrain as a group. This is not an instructional workshop\, but an opportunity to work independently on artwork for 3 ½ hours. All sessions end with an opportunity for artists to share their work with others. Open to ages 16 and up. \n*Bring your preferred painting and drawing supplies \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 1/2 to 3/4 mile with moderate difficulty. \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/plein-air-painting-drawing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T080000
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SUMMARY:Bluegrass Land & Nature Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2nd Bluegrass Land and Nature Symposium!\n\n\nRegistration opens August 1st. \nOn Saturday\, September 28\, we’ll have a full day of programs led by regional experts for the 2nd Bluegrass Land & Nature Symposium. This event explores the intersection of natural and built environments and how we can be better stewards of nature – at home and in our community. The day will start with bird walks followed by a keynote presentation in the Trail’s End Lodge. Afternoon sessions will visit the sanctuary trails. We are honored to host the following for this event: \nKeynote:Dr. Mary Arthur – Let’s talk about forests and carbon (and climate change too) \nSession Leaders & Topics:Joyce Bender & Michael Patton – Morning bird walksHeidi Braunreiter – Prescribed Fire as a Management Tool in the Bluegrass RegionTyson Gregory – Native Trees for Urban LandscapesDr. Nate Haan & Dr. Julian Dupuis – Bluegrass BugsLee Moser – Soil and Water Stewardship in a Changing ClimateRob Paratley: The Kentucky River Palisades – A Unique Ecological Corridor in the BluegrassMeaghan Petix – Learning from lichens: bioindicators of air quality and climate \nLunch is included with ticket purchase. \nSchedule: \n\n8:00 – 9:45 AM: Registration\, coffee\, morning bird walks\n10:00 AM: Welcome\n10:15 – 11:30 AM: Keynote Presentation at the Trail’s End Lodge\n11:30 –11:45: Break\n11:45 – 1:00 PM: Outdoor concurrent sessions\n1:00 – 2:00 PM: Lunch\, raffle\n2:00 – 4:00 PM: Outdoor concurrent sessions
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/bluegrass-land-nature-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY 40515\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, US
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