Autumn reveals many treasures for those willing to take the time for observation. Join Bernheim Naturalists and staff for these lovely afternoon strolls through the trees and changing leaves. These hikes are offered each Thursday from October 14 through December 2 (except November 25). Bernheim members $7; non-members $10 Registration and payment are due by […]
Gnomes are known the world over. They travel and live in the forest freely; seldom to be seen by humans. Add some seasonal magic to your home this season by joining us to create this mythical forest character, while enjoying some hot cider, treats and hot chocolate. Make this a family activity and enjoy building […]
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. To learn more and to fill out your volunteer application, click […]
Enjoy a festive day shopping in the forest. Browse our selection of gifts, locally made crafts, Kentucky ProudⓇ and “Giants” merchandise, and other unique gifts for the nature lover in your life. Get in the holiday spirit with hot mulled cider and refreshments, hourly door prize drawings, holiday specials, and a 30% discount for all […]
Join a Volunteer Naturalist for an engaging nature hike on the first Sunday of each month. These hikes are longer than our First Saturday Hikes and are aimed primarily at adults, but children 6 years and up are welcome. No pets allowed. We ask that all visitors bring masks in case social distancing is not […]
Join us for this presentation with Kentucky State University Researcher Jill Fisk with Kentucky State University and Bernheim’s Director of Conservation, Andrew Berry, who will be presenting on the importance of salamanders and the critical habitats in places like Bernheim that sustain them. Salamanders are likely the most abundant group of vertebrates in Bernheim, and […]
Bernheim’s most popular homeschool program is back for the fall! This school year, we’ll be offering opportunities for families and co-ops to join Bernheim educators for an afternoon of learning, exercising, and adventure. Appropriate for grades K-5, each Forest Homeschool Hike includes a short lesson followed by a hike or activity that brings the lesson […]
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. To learn more and to fill out your volunteer application, click […]
Join Corliss Outley with Clemson University and the Director of Bernheim's Children at Play Network initiative, Claude Stephens as they discuss trends in the U.S. over the last 50 years that have led to an apparent significant decline in time children spend in free play outdoors in general and an even greater decline in time […]
We are happy to announce the return of ECO Kids Discovery Days 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. Masks and social distancing are required when interacting with Naturalists. ECO […]
Bernheim will be closing early in observance of the holiday, so our staff can spend time with their families.
Bernheim will be closed in observance of the holiday, so our staff can spend time with their families.
Bernheim will be closing early in observance of the holiday, so our staff can spend time with their families.
Bernheim will be closed in observance of the holiday, so our staff can spend time with their families.