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Construction on Lake Nevin spillway has begun

As you enter Bernheim's main entrance, you may notice some construction happening on the right. On October 22, we began state-mandated work on our Lake Nevin dam and spillway. What are we building? In compliance with state regulations, this … Read More »

Big Forests Need Big Heroes (Like You)

DONATE TODAY to the Big Forests Need Big Heroes Campaign. Every year in Kentucky, we lose 50,000 acres of land to development. It is estimated that there are over 3 million trees throughout Bernheim’s 15,625 acres, all of which are protected … Read More »

Nature Concert with Mr. Dan

Though Bernheim is closed for Spring Break Adventure Week 2020, we wanted to bring some nature adventure to folks at home. Join Mr. Dan as he sings about all things nature with the help of his family and viewers at home. We apologize for … Read More »

Day Six

MAMA LOUMARI: Even though I’m a giant, I know that there are tiny miracles all around us, we just need to stop, look, and listen.  Today is a great day to get up close to some of these tiny miracles. Find a flower, a rock, a tree, a piece of grass, … Read More »

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Invest in the environment…and connect with nature. Bernheim members receive our beautiful, full-color newsletter the forest echo at their home quarterly and our monthly e-Newsletter. Members also receive a 10% discount at these nurseries.

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Invest in the environment…and connect with nature. Bernheim members receive our beautiful, full-color newsletter the forest echo at their home quarterly and our monthly e-Newsletter. Members also receive a 10% discount at these nurseries.

Find out more.

Today

Fe Fi Fo Fun Fest & Spring Plant Sale

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Step into the world of Forest Giants and woodland faeries from on Saturday, May 16, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Fe Fi Fo FunFest . The spring celebration includes […]

Lunch and Learn: Gardening for Butterflies

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Butterfly-friendly gardens include more than colorful flowers full of nectar. That is only part of the story! Learn about planting appropriate host plants for caterpillars and adding other landscape features that will help butterflies flourish. Bernheim Lunch & Learn programs are designed for adults who enjoy spending time outdoors with others and celebrating the natural […]

ECO Kids Discovery Days: Looking at Leaves

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Identify trees by their leaves, using the On Your Own Challenge page to recognize leaf form, arrangement, and shape. HANDS-ON DISCOVERY STATIONS, led by Volunteer Naturalists, from 1 – 4 p.m. […]

ECO Kids Discovery Day: Tiny Universe

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Photo credit: Missouri Department of Conservation, Jim Rathert Did you know that there is a whole universe under your feet? Today, we’re going to take a close look at the tiny universes that surrounds us every day. HANDS-ON DISCOVERY STATIONS, led by Volunteer Naturalists, from 1 – 4 p.m. HIKE OF THE DAY, led by a Bernheim […]

Bugfest & Fall Plant Sale

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Bernheim will be abuzz with all sorts of fun as we explore insects and their relatives. Join in the Parade of Bugs, have fun on an Insect Safari, dare to Eat-A-Bug! and much more! You can also pick out the perfect plants for your home garden at the FALL PLANT SALE. Bernheim Select™ trees, shrubs, grasses and perennials […]

ColorFest

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Celebrate the fall season at ColorFest – a family favorite! Visitors can slingshot pumpkins, navigate the hay maze, make mud pies, and enjoy a hayride in the splendor of Bernheim’s colorful fall landscape. Other highlights include live music, hands-on nature activities, unique local foods, Kentucky arts and craft vendors, and more. Pumpkin Launch, Hay Maze […]

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