Heads Up! Forest Hill Dr. and the Hollow will be closed Friday, March 13 due to high winds. | On Wednesday, March 18, Bernheim will open at 9 a.m.
Explore your inner craftsperson and shape your own one-of-a-kind walking stick in this hands-on workshop with woodcarver instructor Richard Fisher. Using wood sourced from Bernheim, you’ll carve, add a rustic finish, and complete your creation with a signature Bernheim charm. Bernheim members $45; Non-members $55 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the […]
Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalist Ed Briand and fellow volunteers as the chorus of amphibians begins the first notes of spring. Along this winter-to-spring wander, you may encounter delightful surprises hidden in the forest. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No pets, please. Call (502) 215-7155 […]
Discover the rewarding experience of volunteering at Bernheim, whether you have just a few hours to spare or can commit to hundreds. Help enhance our visitors' experiences while enjoying the beauty of the natural world, participating in a range of engaging activities. Take the first step in becoming a Bernheim volunteer and making a lasting […]
Perhaps you and your family have memories of climbing Bernheim’s Historic Fire Tower and taking in the forest from its bird’s-eye cab. We know it’s not always easy to catch the tower when it’s open, so this winter our Volunteer Naturalist Guides are offering three special opportunities to explore it! Each tour is limited to […]
Join nocturnal Naturalist Bill Napper and fellow Volunteer Naturalists to learn about the American Woodcock, also known as the Timberdoodle, while enjoying the sights and sounds of Bernheim’s nighttime wildlife. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No pets, please. Call (502) 215-7155 or click the […]
Celebrate World Water Day in the forest while honing your watercolor skills outdoors. Join master watercolorist Manish Rajguru for a workshop along the banks of Lake Nevin. Known for his award-winning, expressive watercolors, Manish will guide a lecture and an in-depth demonstration of painting en plein air, then give you time to create your own […]
Celebrate the Spring Equinox at a special Free Play Saturday! Spend the day at Playcosystem, Bernheim’s 17-acre nature playground, where open-ended, child-led play takes center stage. Children are invited to explore, build, and imagine using thoughtfully provided loose parts that encourage curiosity and creativity. Caregivers can connect with Bernheim staff to learn more about the […]
ECO Kids Discovery Days are offered every first and third Saturday of the month (weather permitting). E-C-O stands for Every Child Outside, which is the best way for children of all ages to connect with the natural world. ECO Kids Discovery days may include: HANDS-ON DISCOVERY STATIONS, led by Volunteer Naturalists, from 1 – 4 […]
Explore Bernheim’s backcountry at night with Volunteer Naturalists, following a gravel forest road to a remote prairie. Enjoy a dark-sky experience with minimal light pollution, a guided astronomy discussion, and the chance to view stars and planets through a telescope. This hike takes you to areas of Bernheim that are only accessible with a guide. […]
Enjoy a seasonal nature walk. Designed for families with K–5 students and homeschool co-ops, Forest Homeschool Hikes pair a short, hands-on lesson with a hike that brings the lesson to life in the forest. Bernheim members $4; Non-members $6 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No pets, please. Call (502) […]
Join nocturnal Naturalist Bill Napper and fellow Volunteer Naturalists to learn about the American Woodcock, also known as the Timberdoodle, while enjoying the sights and sounds of Bernheim’s nighttime wildlife. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No pets, please. Call (502) 215-7155 or click the […]
Get the whole family outside and lend a hand during Bernheim’s third annual Family Volunteer Day. This hands-on family program invites participants to connect with nature while helping prepare Playcosystem Zone 2 for spring by picking up sticks (children of all ages are welcome to join). Friends and family are welcome—just sign up on VolunteerHub […]
