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September 3, 2017 by Andrew Berry

Live Tweet Recap – John Muir Commemorative Hike, September 3, 2017

On Sunday, September 3, 2017, Bernheim’s Forest Manager, Andrew Berry followed in the footsteps of noted naturalist and conservationist, John Muir to honor the 150th anniversary of his trek through […]

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September 2, 2017 by Andrew Berry

In Muir’s Steps: Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of John Muir’s Trek Through Kentucky, Part 3

Muir awakens in a rickety tavern on September 3, 1867 and begins his journey south towards the Salt River.  “Escaped from the dust and squalor of my garret bedroom to […]

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September 2, 2017 by Andrew Berry

In Muir’s Steps: Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of John Muir’s Trek Through Kentucky Part 2

Muir crossed the Ohio River into Louisville on September 2nd, 1867. Muir likely traveled south along the present day Highway 61. “I steered through the big city by compass without […]

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September 1, 2017 by Andrew Berry

In Muir’s Steps: Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of John Muir’s Trek Through Kentucky Part 1

John Muir is perhaps the greatest figure in the history of the American Environmental movement. He earned his reputation in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California as an environmental protector […]

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