Join Volunteer Naturalist Joe Rogers for an engaging nature hike on the first Sunday of each month. Registration is not required. Just show up with your curiosity and comfortable walking shoes. Hikes last approximately one hour. All ages welcome. No pets allowed. FREE; $5 per car weekend fee for applies for non-members
In conjunction with spring break, Bernheim will offer a week of daily drop-in activities and guided programs to celebrate the wonder of nature. Self-guided activities for exploring the arboretum and forest will also be available. DISCOVERY STATIONS: 11 A.M. – 3 P.M. Hands-on Discovery Stations, featuring a variety of plant, animal, and nature activities will […]
Spring wildflowers don't last long, and some can only be observed by those who get out in the woods early in the season. Learn where to look for these jewels and the natural processes that allow them to add their beauty to our landscape. Bernheim Lunch & Learn programs are designed for adults who enjoy […]
Join Mr. Dan for a nature song extravaganza! Sing, dance, and rock out to songs that celebrate the plants and animals of Bernheim. This family concert is appropriate for all ages.
Celebrate Arbor Day and the love of trees with Bernheim! Join us Saturday or Sunday for or annual Arbor Day Adopt–a–Tree. Come out and choose a tree to plant in your landscape to enjoy for years to come. Speak with knowledgeable horticulturists about proper planting techniques and tree care. Help us increase the canopy of […]
Hike any arboretum trail and see how many trees and tree features you can discover from the On Your Own Challenge checklist. • HANDS-ON DISCOVERY STATIONS, led by Volunteer Naturalists, from 1 – 4 P.M. • HIKE OF THE DAY, led by a Bernheim guide, starts at 2 P.M. and runs 45 – 60 minutes […]
Earth provides many green treasures, but we have to be green to help protect our planet! Pollywogs will explore plant life by planting seeds and playing in dirt, and engage in creative recycling by making instruments, bowling with recyclables, and much more. Bernheim Members $10 per child; Non-Members $15 per child No fee for children […]
This program was rescheduled from Saturday, April 7 to Sunday, April 8 due to weather. Join the Bernheim Beekeepers in welcoming 10,000 honeybees to their new home! From the safety of the Wildlife Viewing Room, visitors can watch as the bees are moved from delivery package to hive. Beekeepers will guide visitors through the installation […]
Experience the forest's beauty from atop Bernheim’s historical fire tower. Volunteer naturalist, Ken Johnson will be there to guide you to one of the best views Bernheim's landscape throughout the seasons. Fire tower opening is weather permitting. Feel free to call (502) 955-8512 or check at the Visitor Center or Education Center to confirm.
A great way to learn about spring wildflowers is to follow their progression from bud to blossom over several weeks. Led by Interpretive Programs Manager Wren Smith, each stroll provides engaging stories on wildflower adaptation, ecology, folklore, and history. Bernheim Members $10; Non-Members $12 Registration and payment are due by 4 P.M. on the day […]
Join Volunteer Naturalists and the Louisville Astronomical Society (LAS) to see brilliant stars and constellations of spring through the telescopes graciously provided by LAS. If overcast, a virtual astronomy program will be presented inside the Garden Pavilion. Bernheim Members $10; Non-Members $12 Ages 8 and up. No pets allowed. Registration and payment are due by […]
Early spring is an ideal time to explore Bernheim's backcountry. Join a team of Volunteer Naturalists for this five hour driving tour deep into the research forest, with frequent stops and short walks for investigating sights and sounds along the way. Pack a lunch to enjoy at a special location. Bernheim Members $20; Non-Members $30 […]
Spring is an opera, complete with throaty vocals, high pitched vibratos, and an expert cast of creatures, each playing its part in this ancient drama. Creatures of the Night programs provide opportunities to experience the sights and sounds of natural phenomena that often go unnoticed. Journey with Bill Napper and fellow Volunteer Naturalists on a […]
Back by popular demand! Bernheim is pleased to offer an experiential writer’s retreat for women that is innovative and inspiring, with lots of peace and quiet . . . except for the spring peepers. Whether you are a beginning writer or have been at it a while and feel ready to be re-inspired, this workshop […]
Learn what the clouds tell us about sky conditions and weather predictions with today’s On Your Own Challenge sheet. • HANDS-ON DISCOVERY STATIONS, led by Volunteer Naturalists, from 1 – 4 P.M. • HIKE OF THE DAY, led by a Bernheim guide, starts at 2 P.M. and runs 45 – 60 minutes • ON YOUR […]
A great way to learn about spring wildflowers is to follow their progression from bud to blossom over several weeks. Led by Interpretive Programs Manager Wren Smith, each stroll provides engaging stories on wildflower adaptation, ecology, folklore, and history. Bernheim Members $10; Non-Members $12 Registration and payment are due by 4 P.M. on the day […]
Our founder Isaac Wolfe Bernheim was a hero for the planet before anyone thought of a need for Earth Day or indeed an environmental movement. In fact next year we will be celebrating the 90th Anniversary of Mr. Bernheim creating the forest. Join his great grandson, and current Board President along with Bernheim's Executive Director, […]
Volunteers can give a few hours or several hundred hours, providing support to Bernheim and our visitors. Have fun in the great outdoors by participating in a variety of activities. Take the first step in becoming a Bernheim volunteer by attending this general orientation. FREE
Muddy Boots is a Forest Play Group for children ages 3 – 6. Children enjoy free play in the forest and self-directed exploration in an adventure under the trees and around the woodland cabin. Using forest kindergarten and nature preschool as models, program facilitators let children lead the way as they learn through play in […]
Join the Bernheim Beekeepers in welcoming 10,000 honeybees to their new home! From the safety of the Wildlife Viewing Room, visitors can watch as the bees are moved from delivery package to hive. Beekeepers will guide visitors through the installation process and provide the fascinating “buzz” about beekeeping efforts at Bernheim. FREE; $5 per car […]
A great way to learn about spring wildflowers is to follow their progression from bud to blossom over several weeks. Led by Interpretive Programs Manager Wren Smith, each stroll provides engaging stories on wildflower adaptation, ecology, folklore, and history. Bernheim Members $10; Non-Members $12 Registration and payment are due by 4 P.M. on the day […]
Full Moon Hikes include a walk around Lake Nevin Loop, with plenty of stops to observe the night sky, discuss nocturnal happenings, and consider our cosmic connections. Bernheim Members $10; Non-Members $12 Ages 8 and up. No pets allowed. Registration and payment are due by 4 P.M. on the day prior to start of program: […]
Many people think that butterfly-friendly gardens just include colorful flowers full of nectar, but that is only part of the story. Learn about planting appropriate host plants for caterpillars and adding other landscape features to help butterflies flourish. Bernheim Lunch & Learn programs are designed for adults who enjoy spending time outdoors with others and […]
Inspect trees and flowers in their spring glory as you work to score bingo through the On Your Own Challenge playing card. • HANDS-ON DISCOVERY STATIONS, led by Volunteer Naturalists, from 1 – 4 P.M. • HIKE OF THE DAY, led by a Bernheim guide, starts at 2 P.M. and runs 45 – 60 minutes […]
Water and sunlight are the two ingredients in a rainbow recipe – a colorful creation, indeed! Pollywogs will explore color properties by finding colors in nature, sorting and mixing colors, making rainbow art, and much more. Pollywog Play Parties combine music, art, language, and play to encourage children (5 and under) and their families to […]