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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 […]
Join Dan Price, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador and a new member of Bernheim’s amazing core of Volunteer Naturalists for these exciting out-of-this-world experiences. Explore an enlightening dive into the Sun, and then float back up for a laser-guided exploration of Bernheim’s night sky, complemented by telescope observations and insights from our dedicated Volunteer Naturalists. Bernheim members $12; non-members $15 Registration required by 4 […]
Join Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists for an explorative nature hike among the wildness at Bernheim on the first Sunday of each month. These hikes are aimed primarily at adults, but children 6 years and up are welcome. Bernheim members $10; Non–members $15 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No pets, please. Register online […]
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. While each Creatures of the Night program focuses on specific creatures such as whip-poor-wills, frogs, or fireflies, plan to delight in the sights and sounds from many creatures as the wild and wondrous surround you. Join Nocturnal Naturalist Bill Napper and fellow Naturalists for these exciting […]
Bird is the word! If birding is your thing, you won’t want to miss this series hosted by Volunteer Naturalists and Certified Interpretive Guides, Jim and Karen Scout. This dynamic duo knows a lot about birds and you’re in for an interesting, rewarding, and relevant experience. This birding adventure takes you around Lake Nevin where participants will contribute to citizen science as you aim to see and identify as many bird species as possible in this 3-hour block of time. Historical tracking data […]
Enjoy uninterrupted views of avian wonders and buzzing pollinators from our wildlife viewing room in the company of Bernheim’s naturalists! Whether you are a seasoned explorer, beginning novice or just passing through, this free informal program will bring you even closer to the wildlife at Bernheim! Stay a few minutes or a few hours. April […]
Nature is significant in many of William Shakespeare’s plays. Perhaps the most famously connected is A Midsummer Night’s Dream, wherein nearly forty species of flora are mentioned throughout the duration of this iconic comedy. This program will lead you through Bernheim’s Edible Garden and the nearby Nursery Loop Trail, allowing participants to observe and learn about […]
Bernheim is honored to be a site for KY Shakespeare‘s Shakespeare in the Parks tour. Join us at the Event Pavilion for a free performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, on Saturday, May 11 at 2 p.m.
Explore miles of Bernheim hiking trails. Join Volunteer Naturalist, Doug Wilson and Bernheim’s Research Coordinator, Kelly Vowels for a very rare opportunity to explore the area of Cave Hollow. This is a vital piece of habitat within the Greater Bernheim landscape, containing significant cave habitat and the headwaters of two streams, Long Lick and Pine Creek. […]
Join your Bernheim pals in the Edible Garden for a morning of read-alouds, crafts, and garden exploration! These Storytimes will take place on the third Saturday of each month at 11:00 am. This is a FREE program, but registration is encouraged.
BloomFest - This is a free event. $15 recommended donation per car for non-members still applies. Join us on May 18, 2024, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. for Bernheim’s annual celebration of spring. Don't miss the monarch plant kit sale! This free event includes tons of great activities for children of all ages, including arts […]
Celebrate the night! Join Bernheim’s nocturnal naturalists for adventures from the dark side. Marvel at the moon, ponder distant planets, and explore the mysteries beneath your feet on our portion […]