Tree I.D. Walk
Learn to identify trees at McConnell Springs by leaves, bark, thorns, seeds and other distinctive characteristics. This program will include a guided walk at a leisurely pace. The path is ADA compliant.
Junior Naturalist – “Trekking to Trees”
Participants K – 5th grade are invited to join us to learn about trees. We will walk through the park, learn how to identify trees and do activities along the way. Pre-registration is required.
Diversity of trees on the UK campus
A walk to see the diversity of trees on the UK campus
The UK campus has many native trees, as well as trees from various parts of the Northern Hemisphere.
Lex Grow Trees Grant Install (Planting 50 small trees)
Friends of the Parks in Fayette County in association with Trees Lexington was awarded a Lex Grow Trees Grant to plant 50 small 3-gallon trees at Clays Mill Elementary School. This initiative is part of an Eagle Scout Project with the Boy Scouts of America. The Eagle Scout candidate, under the guidance of a professional arborist, a landscape architect, and a scout mentor, developed a tree site plan, coordinated with Fayette County Public Schools, and prepared the grant application for the project.
The upcoming volunteer event will accomplish a large-scale planting across the 14-acre property. Volunteers may sign up via the provided Sign-Up Genius link to participate for the entire day or in two-hour increments. Due to limited supplies, volunteers are encouraged to bring their own shovels and gloves, as activities will include digging, planting, mulching, and watering the trees.
Poetry Under the Trees
Join us for a night of poetry outdoors in celebration of trees and our native forests. Special guest poets to be announced soon. The evening will begin with an open mic, so bring your own poem to share. Sit pads will be available and camping chairs are also suggested.