Join us for a seminar at the Trail's End Lodge with Dr. Dan PotterPresenter: Dr. Dan Potter, Professor Emeritus, Department of Entomology, University of KentuckyIn 2022, the International Union for Conservation of Nature added the monarch butterfly to its Red List of Threatened Species, classifying it as Endangered. This talk will help attendees to better […]

We're excited to be hosting Raptor Rehab of Kentucky for this live raptor program. This program is for participants 8 years old and up.We're excited to host Raptor Rehab of Kentucky for a 60-minute program with live raptors.Raptor Rehab of Kentucky Inc. is the largest raptor only rehab center in the state. They takein 350-400 […]

Join fellow artists on a hike to visit Floracliff's old oak trees for a few hours of drawing and painting.Come together with fellow artists for a hike to spend a few hours drawing and painting while sitting with Floracliff's old oak trees. Artists provide their own materials and must pack in and out over varying […]

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 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 […]

Join us for the 2nd Bluegrass Land and Nature Symposium!On Saturday, June 14, 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 […]

Join us in the field to observe butterflies and learn about their life cyclesTo celebrate Pollinator Week, we are highlighting central Kentucky's butterflies and the plants they depend on.Over 70 butterflies have been documented at Floracliff. This diversity is supported by the variety of habitats and plants found throughout the sanctuary. During this outdoor program, […]

Kentucky Nature Preserves biologist Gregg Janos will lead this youth program to highlight the field work of a bat biologistIf you like plants, animals, or simply like being out in nature, did you know that you can make a living out of your passion by becoming a biologist? You can get paid to study plants […]