Forestry Works, Kentucky – Careers in the Forests
Learn about the ForestryWorks program as well as a variety of careers in the forest industry.
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BCTC Tree-ative Poetry Reading
BCTC Newtown Campus Newtown Pike, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesLet’s gather in the BCTC Library (Classroom Building) to share stories and poems from our different global cultures. We will have readings from the Tree-ative Exhibition entries.
Walk With a Doc
UK Arboretum Alumni Drive, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesCampus and community members will gather at the Arboretum Visitor Center at 5:00pm.
UK Students, remember that you can earn 10$ through the UK Invests Program with this event
Tree Week Golden Hour Hike to the Kentucky River
Floracliff Nature Sanctuary Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesEnd your day with a quiet and relaxing “golden hour” hike at Floracliff while the early evening sunset shines through the trees.
Fire Up Your Soul
McConnell Springs Park 416 Rebmann Ln, Lexington, KentuckyThis Program includes a mindfulness walk during the full moon focused on the health of being outdoors. After this we will cook marshmallows over a fire and drink warm drinks
Tree ID Walk at Tom Dorman State Nature Preserve with OKNP
Tom Dorman State Nature Preserves (also known as the Kentucky River Palisades SNP) US Highway 27, Lancaster, Kentucky, United StatesJoin Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves biologists Jason Nally and Ted Brancheau on Friday Oct. 18th from 9:30am-12:00pm for a Tree ID Walk at Tom Dorman State Nature Preserve.
Ethnobotany of Kentucky’s Woodlands
Veterans Park Southpoint Drive, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesTake a walk and learn about the folklore, edible and medicinal, and other ethnobotanical history of Kentucky's trees.
Forest Tree Diseases
Learn more about some common tree diseases and resources for you if you have trees in trouble.
Floracliff’s Sentinels: A tour of the sanctuary’s old oak trees
Floracliff Nature Sanctuary Elk Lick Falls Road, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesMeet some of Kentucky's oldest trees on this hike at Floracliff.
A Cemetery History in 8 Trees
African Cemetery No. 2 419 E 7th St, Lexington, KentuckyCan trees be a witness? Visit 8 trees in African Cemetery No. 2 and learn the stories they could tell about themselves and the cemetery in its 154-year history.
Art by Nature opening reception
Living Arts and Science Center 362 N Martin Luther King Blvd, Lexington, KentuckyJoin us for our Monarch Waystation exhibit opening reception. Enjoy refreshments, craft activities and award announcements.
Arbor Day
The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky Alumni Drive, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesVisit with exhibitors from UK and the community, make crafts, and help us plant a tree to celebrate Arbor Day! Free admission to the Kentucky Children's Garden from 10:30AM-5:00PM.
Tree-mendous Trees @ KET Super Saturday
Kentucky Educational Television Cooper Drive, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesVisit Bluegrass Greensource at KET's Super Saturday for some "tree-mendous" fun! Make a tree leaf-rubbing booklet, decorate a tree "cookie" necklace, investigate tree seeds, and explore more tree-related activities.
Stewardship Saturday
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill Lexington Road, Harrodsburg, Kentucky, United StatesJoin us as we battle erosion, clear invasive species and protect one of Central Kentucky's most popular outdoor spaces.
Arbor Day Fall Plant Exchange
The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky overflow parking lot Alumni Drive, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesJoin us for the Plant Exchange! October 19 starting at 9:00 am. Afterwards, join us for our Arbor Day Celebrations in the Kentucky Children's Garden.
Reforest The Bluegrass Steward Orientation
Mary Todd Park 525 Rogers Rd, Lexington, KentuckyWould you like to assist with the management of invasive plants within the Reforest the Bluegrass Sites? Please attend this orientation/workday to become an one of our designated site stewards.
Spooky Pre-Halloween Big Day Beginners’ Bird Watch
Lexington Cemetery West Main Street, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesThe cemetery at Halloween for Tree Week makes for great birding. Join CKAS to see what migrants we can find. All skill levels welcome; loaner binoculars available.
Bountiful Trees & Better Stream Buffers: Creekside Exploring at Gardenside
Gardenside Park Yorktown Road, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesJoin community tree and stream enthusiasts for an interactive presentation about the benefits of trees and plants along our waterways. Explore resources and enjoy an all age tree scavenger hunt!
Community Clean Up Day at Ashland
Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate Sycamore Road, Lexington, KY, United StatesA perfect way to connect with nature and contribute to the effort to enhance our gorgeous grounds. Whether a seasoned gardener or looking to get involved, there’s something for everyone!
TreeVangelist Training
168 Long Branch Lane Long Branch Lane, Lexington, KY, United StatesWe will teach you to choose, plant and care for trees. We will end with a hands-on tree planting. Each participant will get a tree to take home to plant.
Nature Journaling: Special Tree Week Edition
Raven Run Nature Sanctuary Raven Run Way, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesSee above.
Piano Music Inspired by Trees and Nature
Willis Music West Tiverton Way, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesNature has long been an inspiration for music. Please join us for a piano recital celebrating trees and the natural world.
Tree ID
Hisle Farm Park Briar Hill Road, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesA moderate 1.5 Mile walk around Hisle Farm park. During this hike we will focus on Identifying the natural elements around, focusing on trees!
Tree-Themed Crafts for Kids
Raven Run Nature Sanctuary Raven Run Way, Lexington, Kentucky, United StatesSee above