Parks & Nature
Parks, trails, and playgrounds
Outer Fossil Bed Hike!
Hike the outer fossil beds to explore world-class Devonian fossils in their natural habitat.
Full “Corn” Moon Night Hike
Full moon night hike at Bernheim Arboretum to experience fall migration.
Art at the Falls - Driftwood Wands
Decorate driftwood wands with natural materials at Falls of the Ohio State Park.
Accessible Arboretum Tour
Accessible tour of Bernheim Arboretum—explore nature at your own pace.
Teenage Homeschool Hike
Guided hiking adventure for homeschooled teens at Bernheim Arboretum.
Jack's Lantern Trail
Walk a wooded trail lit by carved pumpkins; proceeds support Louisville's parks.
Pumpkins At Kentucky Kingdom
Walk among 5,000+ hand-carved pumpkins and intricate Jack O'Lantern art at Kentucky Kingdom.
Conservation Patch Day
Earn a conservation patch while learning about nature at Yew Dell Gardens.
ECO Kids Discovery Day
Hands-on nature discovery day at Bernheim Arboretum Visitor Center.
Let’s Move It: An Interpretive Health Hike
Family nature hike with a wellness focus at Bernheim Arboretum.
First Sunday Nature Hike
Monthly guided nature walk at Bernheim Arboretum on the first Sunday.
Wilson Creek Discovery Hike and Tour
Guided nature hike and tour at Bernheim Arboretum exploring Wilson Creek.
Notable Louisville Women and the Suffrage Movement Golf Cart Tour
Educational golf cart tour exploring women's history & suffrage movement.
Fall Break Day Camp
Fall break nature day camp at Bernheim Arboretum with outdoor adventures.
Staying Nutty
Educational program about nutty plant survival at Bernheim Arboretum.
Free Play Saturday
Free outdoor play at Playcosystem in Bernheim Arboretum on Saturdays.
Pollinator Pairs (Adult/Child Workshop)
Adult-child nature workshop exploring pollinators at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.
Free Play Saturdays
Let kids direct their own play on 17 acres of natural playground at Bernheim Forest.
Snakes: Tree Tales and Tall Tales
Interactive talk about snakes with myths and facts at Bernheim Arboretum.
Jack's Lantern Trail
Spooky outdoor trail experience at Iroquois Amphitheater—family-friendly fall fun with a Halloween twist.
Midweek Nature Stroll
Sensory-friendlyRelaxed nature stroll through Bernheim's Sensory Garden for all ages.
Wrapping Up Bluebird Season
Learn about bluebirds and nature conservation at a botanical garden.
Historic Fire Tower Tour
Climb a historic fire tower and explore the landscape from above at Bernheim Arboretum.
Forest Homeschool Hike: Seasonal Nature Walk
Homeschoolers explore seasonal forest ecology on a guided nature walk at Bernheim Arboretum.
Lake Nevin Bird Walk
Join a guided bird walk around Lake Nevin at Bernheim Arboretum and spot local species.
Treeful Treats Along the Trail
A treat-themed nature walk perfect for young explorers at Bernheim Arboretum.
Hot Cocoa and a Fall Hike at the Bean House
Warm up with hot cocoa and a cozy fall hike at Bernheim Arboretum.
Full “Harvest Supermoon” Night Hike
Hike under the full Harvest Supermoon and experience the forest at night at Bernheim.
Rice Orchard Ridge Discovery Hike
Discover the forest ecology and ridgetop views on a guided hike at Bernheim Arboretum.
Nancy Grace Roman: A Matter of Perspective
Explore space and astronomy through laser-guided stargazing at Bernheim Arboretum.
ColorFest
Autumn colors and fall foliage at Bernheim Arboretum's ColorFest celebration.
Midweek Nature Stroll
Take an easy, midweek nature walk in the Bernheim forest.
Ashlock Hollow Forest Road Night Hike
Hike through the forest under the stars with laser-guided astronomy at Bernheim Arboretum.
Forest Homeschool Hike
Family-friendly forest hike tailored for homeschooling families at Bernheim.
Birding for Beginners
Learn to spot birds and identify species in this beginner-friendly nature class.
Full “Frost Supermoon” Night Hike
Evening full-moon hike under the Frost Supermoon at Bernheim Arboretum.
Vera Rubin: A Legacy of Time and Space
Evening stargazing program honoring astronomer Vera Rubin at Bernheim.
Colors of Nature
Nature art experience exploring the colors and textures of the seasons.
Become a Birding Citizen Scientist
Contribute to real bird research by learning citizen-science birding techniques.
Winter Tree Mysteries
Winter nature walk teaching tree identification through bare branches and bark.
Historic Fire Tower Tour
Climb a historic fire tower at Bernheim Arboretum for panoramic views.