Events

Mother’s Day Leaf & Learn Hike

Horine Program Field 12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Celebrate Mother’s Day in nature with a special tree identification adventure! Join us for a guided hike where you’ll learn to recognize trees by their leaves and flowers. After exploring, get creative with a leaf rubbing craft to take home. It’s the perfect way to connect with nature and make lasting memories with mom! Meets at the Environmental Education Center. Ages 7+ Register online: https://tinyurl.com/26fcwvwh or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: Free

Forest Fest 2025

Horine Conference Center 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Join us on 5/17 at Forest Fest, our annual bluegrass and americana music festival! Enjoy a family-friendly day of live music,

“If You Find a Leaf”

Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United States

Come listen to a reading of “If You Find A Leaf” by Aimee Sicuro and let her charming illustrations inspire you to create your very own leaf art as you explore the forest floor and let your imagination run free!

Critter Crawlers

Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United States

Join us for an insect-filled adventure. Learn about bugs through games and activities. Embark on an epic bug hunt to discover critters in their natural habitats, then get creative by building your very own mini bug hotel. It will be a buzzing good time!

Adaptation Station

Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United States

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of learning about animal adaptations! In this hands-on program, kids will explore adaptations through games and activities that highlight how animals survive and thrive in their environments. After, kids will create their own adaptation craft to take home. It’s a wild, hands-on adventure you won’t want to miss!

Urban Canoe Adventure

Shawnee Boat Ramp 4665 Shawnee Park Rd., Louisville

This free event is designed for individuals and families who are new to canoeing to experience the water in safe and stable big canoes which hold 6 people!. All safety equipment and trained staff are provided. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing that can get wet; no flip flops please. Ages: 5 and up. Participants under the age of 18 MUST have a waiver signed by a parent/legal guardian. No advanced sign-ups required. Fee: FREE and open to public.

Urban Canoe Adventure

Riverview Park 8202 Greenwood Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

This free event is designed for individuals and families who are new to canoeing to experience the water in safe and stable big canoes which hold 6 people!. All safety equipment and trained staff are provided. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing that can get wet; no flip flops please. Ages: 5 and up. Participants under the age of 18 MUST have a waiver signed by a parent/legal guardian. No advanced sign-ups required. Fee: FREE and open to public.

Wilderness Louisville Forest Adventure + Campout

Environmental Education Center 12400 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY, United States

Join JMF staff for a family-friendly fall exploration and campout at Jefferson Memorial Forest. The event is held near the Forest’s Environmental Education Center and offers a wide variety of activities showcasing all the Forest has to offer. Afternoon activities include archery, climbing wall, guided hikes, pumpkin decorating, hay rides, and nature play. Nighttime activities include spooky hike, stargazing, and s’mores by the bonfire. Program meets in the Horine Reservation. FEE for camping: $25 family campsite, $15 field, festival-style camping. All ages. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Space is limited for camping. Reserve your spot today by calling 502/368- 5404. **Register for activities at the registration table the day of the event**

Gnomes and Trolls

Horine Program Field 12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Enter a magical, hidden world in the Forest, where creatures of the imagination live. Be on the look-out for our Forest Troll, guarding a bridge along the trail. Perhaps he will let us pass if we offer him many of the edible foods in the Forest. While in the woods, we will build shelters of sticks and leaves and enjoy a woodland treat around a campfire. A magical potion awaits you in the Nature Explore Classroom. Program meets in the Horine Reservation’s Environmental Education Center. Ages: 5-12. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: $10/person Parents must register child and adults attending.

$10

Owl Prowl

Horine Conference Center 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Will owls respond if they’re called? Whooooo knows! Join Natural Areas staff for an owl prowl that will begin indoors with a presentation about these amazing nocturnal predators, their habitats, and behaviors. The evening continues with a hike along well-traveled paths as we call out for these elusive birds. Test your auditory skills by listening for their responses. Dress for the weather. Program meets at JMF. A more precise location will be sent by email prior to the program. Ages 10 and up. A parent/ legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Pre-registration required. Register online or by calling 502/368-5404 FEE: $10/person

$10

Birding at Shawnee Park with Raptor Rehab-Birds of Prey Family Day

Shawnee ECHO Office Louisville

Go out on a limb, spread your wings and let learning take flight! Join us for a presentation led by Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentuckiana with live birds of prey such as hawks, vultures, and falcons. Afterward, we will practice birding with binoculars. Our path will be fairly flat on paved sidewalk surfaces and will be around one mile total. Hopefully, we can spot some raptors in the wild! Some binoculars will be available to use. Program meets at Shawnee Park. More details will be provided once registered. For all ages. Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404. Fee: $5/family

$5

Seasonal Rhythm Retreats

Horine Conference Center 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

Join us for a series of seasonal-focused mini-retreats. These programs provide the space, tools, and guidance for finding sanctuary in the rhythms of nature. Activities will include beginner-friendly yoga, guided meditations, journaling, silent reflection in nature, and simple crafts with natural materials. Join us to sync your life to nature’s cycles and learn about the phenology of the natural world. Ages- 16 and up. Pre Registration Required $15 for each program

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