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Bernheim Big Ideas

Since its founding, Bernheim has always been connecting people with nature. In that spirit, Bernheim’s vision is:

Bernheim will be a nationally treasured leader in ecological stewardship that inspires the exploration of our deep connections with nature.

 
Bernheim’s strategic plan for fulfilling this vision focuses on four Big Ideas:

Exploring Deep Connections with Nature

Bernheim is well positioned to provide people with opportunities and environments that encourage deep personal interactions with nature over time.

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Leadership in Ecological Stewardship

Bernheim will continuously learn from nature, form innovative relationships with individuals, organizations, and corporations, and be a leader in ecologically focused planning.

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Actions Beyond Our Borders

Bernheim’s future will be built on relationships, context and connectedness.

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Thought Leadership

Bernheim will actively support ongoing communication among people with a passion for improving how communities and individuals coexist with nature in a healthy ecology.

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Thank you to our Corporate Partners!


Thank you to our Corporate Partners!

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

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Forest Hill Drive and Guerilla Hollow trails are closed on Saturday, March 25 due to high winds. The Arboretum, including the Visitor Center, Playcosystem, and the Forest Giants Trail, will remain open.