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Connecting people with nature.

From the BLOG

Moonstruck Amphibians: Fabulous, Fascinating, and Funny Frogs

By Bill Napper, Volunteer Naturalist Among the myriad of creatures that call the Bernheim forests and wetlands home, frogs in particular charm us with their captivating presence … Read More »

Rocks in our Pockets

Building natural playgrounds is, in part, an exercise in logistics. Gathering all the bits and pieces, some of which can be big and heavy, in advance of when you actually need them … Read More »

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Bernheim turns 90 in 2019. We’re celebrating with blogs about our work, history, and more.

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Our Story, Your Story, One Giant Story!

Throughout the years, we’ve heard a lot of great Bernheim stories. For our 90th anniversary in 2019, we’re collecting them.
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Calendar

Apr 1

ECO Kids Discovery Days

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT Recurring Event
Apr 1

Spring Wildflower Stroll: Early Wildflowers and Weeds

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm EDT
Apr 2

First Sunday Nature Stroll: Weeds and Wildflowers

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm EDT
Apr 3

Spring Break Camp Day: Plants

9:00 am - 3:30 pm EDT Recurring Event
Apr 3

Spring Break Nature Discovery Days

12:30 pm - 3:30 pm EDT Recurring Event
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IN THE NEWS

Wild Kentucky Under Proposed Pipeline Threat

Bernheim Forest announces new corporate partners manager

Everyone of all abilities can appreciate nature more in Bernheim’s new Sensory Garden

Bernheim reopens garden to engage the senses

Bernheim Forest Sensory Garden reopens with more accessible attractions

First look: Bernheim Forest’s new ‘sensory garden’ is now open

More News »

Calendar

Apr 1

ECO Kids Discovery Days

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT Recurring Event
Apr 1

Spring Wildflower Stroll: Early Wildflowers and Weeds

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm EDT
Apr 2

First Sunday Nature Stroll: Weeds and Wildflowers

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm EDT
Apr 3

Spring Break Camp Day: Plants

9:00 am - 3:30 pm EDT Recurring Event
Apr 3

Spring Break Nature Discovery Days

12:30 pm - 3:30 pm EDT Recurring Event
View Calendar

From the BLOG

Moonstruck Amphibians: Fabulous, Fascinating, and Funny Frogs

By Bill Napper, Volunteer Naturalist Among the myriad of creatures that call the Bernheim forests and wetlands home, frogs in particular charm us with their captivating presence … Read More »

Rocks in our Pockets

Building natural playgrounds is, in part, an exercise in logistics. Gathering all the bits and pieces, some of which can be big and heavy, in advance of when you actually need them … Read More »

More from the Blog »


Bernheim turns 90 in 2019. We’re celebrating with blogs about our work, history, and more.

Learn More


Our Story, Your Story, One Giant Story!

Throughout the years, we’ve heard a lot of great Bernheim stories. For our 90th anniversary in 2019, we’re collecting them.
Learn More

IN THE NEWS

Wild Kentucky Under Proposed Pipeline Threat

Bernheim Forest announces new corporate partners manager

Everyone of all abilities can appreciate nature more in Bernheim’s new Sensory Garden

Bernheim reopens garden to engage the senses

Bernheim Forest Sensory Garden reopens with more accessible attractions

First look: Bernheim Forest’s new ‘sensory garden’ is now open

More News »

Forest Under Threat

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest exists for everyone to explore deep connections with nature in Bullitt & Nelson County. For 90 years Bernheim has protected forests, streams, springs, lakes and conservation lands for the benefit of all people. Bernheim Forest and conservation lands are now threatened by a proposed gas pipeline that would cut through the forest.

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Thank you to our Corporate Partners!


Thank you to our Corporate Partners!

  • Brown Forman
  • Westrock
  • GE Appliances
  • Luckett & Farley
  • Delta Dental KY
  • Patagonia
  • Beam Suntory
  • WMB
  • Quest Outdoors

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Forest Hill Drive and Guerilla Hollow trails are closed through Saturday, April 1 due to high winds. The Arboretum, including the Visitor Center, Playcosystem, and the Forest Giants Trail, will remain open.