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SUMMARY:Kentucky Champion Trees
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, July 30th \nTime: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. \nDonation: FREE\, donations encouraged \nWhere: Inside the Nature Center \nWe hope you will join our board member\, Dr. John Hubbard\, for this fascinating presentation on champion trees. \nDiscover what makes a tree a true champion — from the measurements and criteria used to crown record-holders\, to the remarkable species competing for the title. You’ll come away with a deeper appreciation for the giants standing quietly in our own backyards. \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/kentucky-champion-trees/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260725T110000
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SUMMARY:Songs of Summer: A Birding Walk
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, July 25th\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.\nDonation: $8/members & $14/non-members\, Children 6 and younger are free\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Center\n\nJoin Lee Payne Jr. for a relaxing walk through Creasey Mahan’s forests and prairies to spot our avian visitors and year round denizens of the Bluegrass. You are likely to see familiar species like chickadees\, titmice\, bluebirds\, and woodpeckers\, and some of our migratory species like indigo buntings\, warblers\, and orioles. \nExperience the vibrant ‘Songs of Summer’ firsthand as we listen for the unique calls and melodies that fill the air during this peak season of activity. \nWear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven ground. Difficulty is moderate. \nWe encourage you to bring binoculars (if you have a pair)\, a camera or smartphone\, and plenty of curiosity. \n\n\n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/songs-of-summer-a-birding-walk/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T160845Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T160845Z
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SUMMARY:Create or Revive a Terrarium with Deirdre
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, July 11th \nTime: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \nCost: $30/members & $35/non-members\, fresh plants and supplies included \nWhere: Inside the Nature Center \nJoin terrarium expert\, Deirdre Barnett\, to create a terrarium\, also known as a mini garden! Or\, if you have a terrarium that needs some help\, bring it to have it revived — cleaned\, plants trimmed or replaced\, or add decorative elements. If you have a favorite glass container you’d like to turn into a terrarium\, bring it with you! You will learn how to build a terrarium from scratch or bring one back to life\, along with tips and tricks to care for your small plants. We will be provide fresh plants and supplies for your terrarium\, and for those who want to create a new one\, we will have a donated assortment of glass containers. Additional embellishments will be available during the class for an extra donation. \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/create-or-revive-a-terrarium-with-deirdre/
LOCATION:KY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T195351Z
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SUMMARY:Under the Canopy: Ferns for the Woodland Garden
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, June 11th \nTime: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. \nDonation: $8/members & $10/non-members \nWhere: Inside the Nature Center \nWe hope you will join our board member and amateur pteridologist (aka Fernatic)\, Dr. John Hubbard\, for this fascinating presentation. \nDoc John will show us his favorite ferns\, describe their history\, why they are worthy of space in the garden\, and describe you may help them look their best so they add beauty and texture throughout the year. \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/under-the-canopy/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260529T220000
DTSTAMP:20260212T211159Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Ball
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 29\, 2026 – Cocktails at 6:00 p.m.\nTickets $200 per person \nCreasey Mahan Nature Preserve’s eighth annual Butterfly Ball\, presented by FBT Gibbons\, will be held on Friday\, May 29th. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. in the gorgeous Woodland Garden setting with open bars featuring specialty bourbons and signature drinks\, live music\, an exquisite farm-to-fork dinner by Volare\, fantastic auction items\, and a personalized butterfly experience. WAVE 3’s multiple Emmy-award winner\, Shannon Cogan\, will be our Host Extraordinaire\, accompanied by entertainer-auctioneers Kevin Harned and Bill Menish. Join us for this unforgettable evening! \nThis special gala brings together friends and neighbors with the inspiring purpose of renovating the 1828 barn into a Visitor Center\, grow Thrive Forest School scholarship funds for families in need\, and ensure free access to nature for all. \nJoin us for this unforgettable evening\, which many attendees claim is their favorite event of the year! \nTo become a sponsor\, email Tavia@KYNaturePreserve.org or call (502) 228-4362.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/butterfly-ball-3-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T190347Z
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SUMMARY:The Secret Lives of Kentucky Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, May 9th \nTime: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nDonation: RSVP\, donations encouraged \nWhere: Inside the Nature Center \nYou won’t want to miss this amazing program hosted by Brigette Brouillard\, Founder and Director of Second Chances Wildlife Center! During this program you will learn about animals you hear about but may not know about. Some truths may actually surprise you! What are these animals’ habits and where do they live? Are they good to have around? Have they always lived in Kentucky? Are there many of these animals? Can I keep one I find? Best of all Brigette is going to bring a couple of animals so you can get a firsthand look! \nBrigette Brouillard is the Founder and Director of the Second Chances Wildlife Center\, a licensed organization serving Kentucky and Southern Indiana through professional wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education. She is a highly credentialed expert with over 30 years of experience\, she is widely recognized for her specialized knowledge in bat rehabilitation\, leadership in the nonprofit sector\, and extensive advocacy across local and national media platforms. Driven by a mission to foster compassion for “voiceless” wildlife\, Brouillard continues to combine hands-on animal care with community outreach to help the public make informed decisions regarding human-wildlife co-existence. \nLearn more about Second Chances Wildlife. \n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/the-secret-lives-of-kentucky-wildlife/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260506T180000
DTSTAMP:20260505T204307Z
CREATED:20260318T130837Z
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SUMMARY:A Pollinator Banquet - Flowers that Attract Birds\, Butterflies & Bees
DESCRIPTION:When: Wednesday\, May 6th \nTime: Meet & Greet at 5:30pm\, Talk begins at 6pm \nWhere: Second Presbyterian Church\, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd.\, Louisville\, KY 40207 in the Jester Fellowship Hall \nJoin our Executive Director\, Tavia Cathcart Brown\, for a wonderful presentation\, “A Pollinator Banquet.” Part of the A Faith Call – How Can We Help Mother Nature? series. Her talk covers which flowers to plant to invite birds\, butterflies\, and bees to your garden. Come learn how to attract pollinators to your garden! \nPlease RSVP to Amy Kiefner by May 4th. Email info@2ndpreslou.org or call 502-895-0346. \nThis is at Second Presbyterian Church.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/a-pollinator-banquet/
LOCATION:Second Presbyterian Church\, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260415T180000
DTSTAMP:20260318T183437Z
CREATED:20260316T162838Z
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SUMMARY:Find a Friend in Nature - Help Save our Natural World
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, April 15th \nTime: Meet & Greet at 5:30pm\, Talk begins at 6pm \nWhere: Second Presbyterian Church\, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd.\, Louisville\, KY 40207 in the Jester Fellowship Hall \nJoin our board member\, Dr. John Hubbard\, for an inspiring presentation\, “Find a Friend in Nature.” Part of the A Faith Call – How Can We Help Mother Nature? series. His talk explores how individuals\, groups\, and entire communities can take meaningful action to save our natural world. Come discover how you can make a difference! \nPlease RSVP to Amy Kiefner by April 13th. Email info@2ndpreslou.org or call 502-895-0346. \nThis is at Second Presbyterian Church.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/find-a-friend-in-nature/
LOCATION:Second Presbyterian Church\, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260401T193550Z
CREATED:20260109T162150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T193550Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk with Tavia
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, April 4th\n\nTime: 10:00am to 12:00 p.m.\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Center\n\nJoin our Executive Director\, Tavia Cathcart Brown\, author of two natural history books and a passionate advocate for native wildflowers and pollinators\, on a meandering walk in the beautiful Mac & Marla Barr Woodland Garden. \nShe will showcase stunning spring wildflowers and ferns. Tavia will share medicinal uses and folklore\, as well as ingenious ways plants compete for pollinators. \nAll ages are invited. Wear comfortable shoes to walk on uneven ground. Difficulty is easy to moderate. \n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/wildflower-walk-with-tavia-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260321T113000
DTSTAMP:20260312T140950Z
CREATED:20260114T151511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T140950Z
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SUMMARY:Little Library Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, March 21st\nTime: 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nWhere: Forest Friends Playground\nCelebrate World Poetry Day with us at the ribbon cutting of our new Little Libraries. One library features adult books\, the other children’s books. Feel free to take a book to enjoy\, bring it back if you wish\, or donate a new favorite for others to discover. \nThank you to Jane Ashley Pace from the Oldham Era for donating the old newspaper boxes for us to transform into our Little Libraries! \nCourtesy of Ken & Nancy Dahlgren\, we will offer delicious and decorative cookies made by Sarah Borth at the Daily Bread and refreshments will be provided. \nWe hope you will join us for this fun ribbon-cutting. \n \n 
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/little-library-ribbon-cutting/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260304T172404Z
CREATED:20260128T172803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T172404Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Kick-off for Garden Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:When: Friday\, March 13th\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Center\n\nAre you interested in becoming a volunteer and have an interest in gardening? Please join us! All levels of gardeners\, from beginning to advanced\, are welcomed. Our Kick-Off event will offer beverages and treats. We will meet inside the Nature Center. \nWe have an EXCELLENT group of volunteers! You will learn about native wildflowers\, ferns\, shrubs\, and trees\, along with fun tidbits about pollinators. Our new high-tunnels provide a chance to learn about growing plants from seed\, caring for plants in pots\, and learning about soil. \nVolunteer gardeners benefit in many ways\, from making friendships\, to learning new things when we are together\, and being first to get free plants (or at a discount)\, and getting access to “Creasey Gold” mulch! \nWe hope to see you on Friday\, March 13! RSVP required. \n\n\n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/spring-kick-off-for-garden-volunteers-2-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260109T140233Z
CREATED:20251215T145420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T140233Z
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SUMMARY:18th Annual Great Backyard Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 14\, 10am – noon\, FREE (please RSVP below)\nHosted by The Louisville Audubon Society and Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\nThis wonderful event is co-hosted by The Louisville Audubon Society and is free to attend.  \nBeginning to advanced bird watchers (of all ages) are invited to attend this fun birding event at Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve. If you’ve always wanted to learn about our feathered friends\, you are invited to join us. \nBirders from across the nation will be tracking bird populations\, and we are doing our part\, as we have for 18 years and counting! \nWe will meet inside the Nature Center before heading out on a walk led by birding experts (and phenomenal photographers)\, Lee Payne\, Jr. and Brandon McQueen. With their guidance\, you will learn to identify and count birds.  \nLater\, our sightings will be reported to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. This is citizen science at its best! \nHot chocolate and other beverages will be available inside the Nature Center\, along with free crafts for kids.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/18th-annual-great-backyard-bird-count/
LOCATION:KY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260123T223854Z
CREATED:20260106T175229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T223854Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Bird Watching
DESCRIPTION:When: RESCHEDULED to Saturday\, February 7th\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nDonation: $14/person\, $8/members\, Children 6 and younger are free\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Center\n\nJoin Lee Payne Jr. for a relaxing walk through Creasey Mahan’s forests and prairies to spot our winter avian visitors and year round denizens of the Bluegrass. You are likely to see familiar species like chickadees\, titmice\, bluebirds\, and woodpeckers\, and some of our migratory species like kinglets\, harrier hawks\, kestrels\, and sapsuckers! \nWear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven ground. Difficulty is moderate. \nWe encourage you to bring binoculars (if you have a pair)\, a camera or smartphone\, and plenty of curiosity. \n\n\n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/winter-bird-watching/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20251028T184339Z
CREATED:20250122T202239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T184339Z
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SUMMARY:Nature of Christmas
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, December 6\, 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. \nWhere: Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve \nCost: FREE\, Donations encouraged \nThe City of Goshen\, Prospect / Goshen Rotary\, and Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve present this FREE community event to put you and your loved ones in the holiday spirit. Let’s have a jolly good time! \nHint: Get in line early to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus\, who will be handing out goody bags to the first 200 children! \nEVENT HIGHLIGHTS \n\nComplimentary food and beverages: hot dogs\, chili\, s’mores by the fire\, hot chocolate\, popcorn\, and delicious desserts.\n\n\nVisit with Santa & Mrs. Claus for photos and to receive goody bags!\n\n\nComplimentary face painting by Kid Canvas and Amy Parks\, sponsored by Chantel Treadway from RE/MAX.\n\n\nGift booths to purchase gifts and stocking stuffers!\n\n\nLive music with NOHS Carolers and guitarist Brian Davino.\n\n\nGet great deals on silent auction items that make great gifts\, too.\nMake fun holiday crafts\, sponsored by the Oldham County Public Library.\n\nSCHEDULE \n12:00 – Hot dogs\, chili\, and desserts will be served in the Field House; visit the City of Goshen booth for popcorn; and make your own s’mores at our fire pit. \nCarolers from North Oldham High School will serenade you inside the tent as you browse the gift booths and silent auction tables. \nVisit the Nature Center for kids crafts and face painting\, along with live music with guitarist Brian Davino. \n1:30 – Santa & Mrs. Claus (and their elves) arrive for photos and gift bag giveaways inside the Nature Center.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/20th-annual-nature-of-christmas-in-goshen/
LOCATION:KY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251115T120000
DTSTAMP:20251017T132135Z
CREATED:20251016T173526Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, November 15th\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nDonation: $11/person\, $6/members\, Children 6 and younger are free\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Center\nJoin us for an exciting hike\, co-hosted by the Louisville Audubon Society\, led by bird expert and “Owl Whisperer” Lee Payne\, Jr. Lee has discovered two families of Screech Owls and sighted a Great Horned Owl at Creasey Mahan. \nThis family-friendly event is a chance to explore the preserve while learning about the fascinating world of owls. \nLee will guide you along the trails in search of these elusive birds\, teaching you how to identify different species by their calls\, behavior\, and preferred habitats. You’ll discover how owls thrive in the wild—and with a bit of luck\, you may even hear or spot one along the way! \nThis is a great opportunity for nature lovers of all ages to connect with local wildlife and enjoy an informative and memorable walk through the woods. \nMany of you may know Lee Payne\, Jr. through his work at Cave Hill Cemetery\, through his popular social media pages\, or television appearances. His enthusiasm for nature\, birds\, and foxes is contagious! \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/owl-prowl-3/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTSTAMP:20250908T170350Z
CREATED:20250908T170034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T170350Z
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SUMMARY:Grants Giving 5K Timed Run and 3K Walk/Run
DESCRIPTION:The Grant’s Giving 5K timed run will also feature a 3K Walk/Run and will be held at Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve in Goshen\, KY.  The conclusion of the event will feature food trucks\, music\, and fun! \nGrant Tucker was a vibrant little boy\, beloved in his community of Goshen\, KY. Grant passed away Nov. 21\, 2020\, just days after his 12th birthday. This community event is multipurpose as it was created in remembrance of his passing and celebration of his birth. This event will serve as the largest fundraiser for the charity that was created in his honor\, Grant’s Giving Foundation.  Learn more about the foundation at www.grantsgiving.org \nAll participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt while supplies last.  Top 3 male and female runners in each category of the 5K will receive a custom Grant’s Giving Foundation medal. The winner of each category will also receive a $50 gift certificate to Fleet Feet!  \nThe 5K categories are as follows: \n12 and under\n13 – 17\n18 -40\n41  and older \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/grants-giving-5k-timed-run-and-3k-walk-run-2-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20250917T163652Z
CREATED:20250912T161421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T163652Z
UID:10000461-1760781600-1760788800@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:How to Keep Trees Happy & Healthy
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, October 18th \nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nDonation: FREE\, RSVP Required Below\, donations encourages \nWhere: Meet in the Nature Center \nWe are pleased to introduce Frank Doades\, a Certified Arborist with SavATree\, who specializes in Goshen and the surrounding areas. \nIn honor of Louisville Tree Week\, Frank will share his knowledge on how to keep trees healthy\, handsome\, and happy in your home landscape. \nHealthy trees start with good planting methods and timing. Proper pruning strategies and timing of the pruning as well. Good mulch and mulching practices help too\, while also limiting herbicide use on and around the tree. Limiting soil compaction on the roots and trimming girdling roots when visible will also help them to succeed. \nGet ready to learn all about how to care for trees. \n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/how-to-keep-trees-happy-healthy/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251017T200000
DTSTAMP:20250828T215719Z
CREATED:20250827T181126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215719Z
UID:10000365-1760724000-1760731200@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:When: Friday\, October 17th\nTime: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nDonation: $11/person\, $6/members\, Children 6 and younger are free\nWhere: Meet in front of the Nature Center\nJoin us for another exciting evening hike\, co-hosted by the Louisville Audubon Society\, led by bird expert and “Owl Whisperer” Lee Payne\, Jr. Lee has discovered two families of Screech Owls and sighted a Great Horned Owl at Creasey Mahan. \nThis family-friendly event is a chance to explore the preserve at dusk while learning about the fascinating world of owls. \nAs daylight fades\, Lee will guide you along the trails in search of these elusive birds\, teaching you how to identify different species by their calls\, behavior\, and preferred habitats. You’ll discover how owls thrive in the wild—and with a bit of luck\, you may even hear or spot one along the way! \nThis is a great opportunity for nature lovers of all ages to connect with local wildlife and enjoy an informative and memorable walk through the woods. \nMany of you may know Lee Payne\, Jr. through his work at Cave Hill Cemetery\, through his popular social media pages\, or television appearances. His enthusiasm for nature\, birds\, and foxes is contagious! \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/owl-prowl-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T190000
DTSTAMP:20251005T040047Z
CREATED:20241031T174007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T040047Z
UID:10000453-1759676400-1759690800@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:19th annual Haunted Hike
DESCRIPTION:When: Sunday\, October 5; the rain date is Sunday\, Oct. 12 \nTime: 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. \nWhere: Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve \nEVENT DAY TICKETS: $10 per person\, children 2 and under are free (with a small processing fee); cash and credit cards accepted \nThe Haunted Hike is our most popular event of the year and is fabulous fun for everyone in your family! This is a great day to debut Halloween costumes\, collect A LOT of candy\, and have a blast of a time in a beautiful setting. Every ticket to this fundraiser helps support Creasey Mahan. \nAdmission covers: \n\nEntry to the Fairy Tale Trail with 18 treat stations\, including Rapunzel’s Castle\, Mother Goose\, Gingerbread House\, and Jack and the Beanstalk!\nFace painting by Kid Canvas\, sponsored by Ken & Nancy Dahlgren\nInflatable Party Zones (NEW-no separate fee)\nHarvest Hay Sculptures by Artist Jean Smith\nBrowse the goodies (more candy) at the booths\n\nFood trucks will offer delicious food and beverages\, available for purchase. \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION\nSPONSOR A TREAT STATION ON THE FAIRY TALE TRAIL
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/19th-annual-haunted-hike/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250919T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250919T203000
DTSTAMP:20250808T200205Z
CREATED:20250624T182859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T200205Z
UID:10000362-1758306600-1758313800@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:When: Friday\, September 19th\nTime: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\nDonation: $11/person\, $6/members\, Children 6 and younger are free\nWhere: Meet in front of the Nature Center\nJoin us for an exciting evening hike\, co-hosted by the Louisville Audubon Society\, led by bird expert and “Owl Whisperer” Lee Payne\, Jr. Lee has discovered two families of Screech Owls and sighted a Great Horned Owl at Creasey Mahan. \nThis family-friendly event is a chance to explore the preserve at dusk while learning about the fascinating world of owls. \nAs daylight fades\, Lee will guide you along the trails in search of these elusive birds\, teaching you how to identify different species by their calls\, behavior\, and preferred habitats. You’ll discover how owls thrive in the wild—and with a bit of luck\, you may even hear or spot one along the way! \nThis is a great opportunity for nature lovers of all ages to connect with local wildlife and enjoy an informative and memorable walk through the woods. \nMany of you may know Lee Payne\, Jr. through his work at Cave Hill Cemetery\, through his popular social media pages\, or television appearances. His enthusiasm for nature\, birds\, and foxes is contagious! \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20250908T195924Z
CREATED:20250908T170255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T195924Z
UID:10000460-1758153600-1758239999@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Give for Good Lou
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Community Foundation of Louisville\, Give for Good Louisville is the biggest online giving day in the Kentuckiana region. Give for Good Louisville has mobilized over 160\,000 individuals to invest nearly $60 million in local organizations. On Thursday\, September 18\, community members across an 8-county region in Kentucky and Southern Indiana will come together to support hundreds of organizations by making a gift online at GiveForGoodLouisville.org. \nHelp us:\nGROW our Thrive Forest School’s scholarship fund to support families in need\, so all children may have access to outdoor learning and play. Your gift towards the Thrive Scholarship Fund will allow children\, regardless of their family’s financial means\, to attend this groundbreaking program \nRENOVATE the historic library building\, formerly a dairy barn in the 1800s before housing the Oldham County Library for 41 years. Help us turn this into a new Visitor Center! \nNATURE FOR ALL: Bringing together nature and community! — If we all do our part\, this special place will never be sold\, paved over\, or developed. It should always be free and available to all. We are open every day of the year with FREE access! As a public charity supported solely by donors and grants\, YOUR GIFT TRULY MAKES A DIFFERENCE. \nClick here to view our page and donate!
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/give-for-good-lou-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20250903T134803Z
CREATED:20250903T134803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T134803Z
UID:10000458-1757030400-1757203199@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Rumble Through the Jungle Cross Country Race
DESCRIPTION:This exciting sporting event is hosted by North Oldham High School and is a statewide cross-country race.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/rumble-through-the-jungle-cross-country-race-4/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250802T120000
DTSTAMP:20250702T200544Z
CREATED:20250630T192840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T200544Z
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SUMMARY:Fern-tastic Walk
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, August 2nd\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nDonation: FREE\, donations are welcomed\nWhere: Meet in front of the Nature Center\nJoin our board member\, gardener\, and proud “fernatic\,” Dr. John Hubbard\, for a fascinating guided walk through the Woodland Garden and Preserve. Discover the hidden world of ferns as Dr. Hubbard shares his knowledge and passion for these resilient plants. You’ll learn how to identify a variety of native fern species\, explore their unique adaptations\, and gain a new appreciation for their quiet beauty in gardens and the forest. \nWhether you’re a seasoned plant lover or simply fern-curious\, this walk is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature! \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/fern-tastic-walk/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250719T123000
DTSTAMP:20250718T125433Z
CREATED:20250522T190041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T125433Z
UID:10000360-1752919200-1752928200@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Bundle Dye with Flowers
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, July 19th\nTime: 10am to 12:30pm\nDonation: $40/person\, includes all supplies and silk scarf\nWhere: Inside the Nature Center\nLearn from artist Claire Krüeger about the various pigments and patterns that may be transferred from plants to fabric with bundle dyeing. \nEvery attendee will design their own silk scarf imbued with botanical magic (from regionally collected plants) to take home or give as a gift. \nClaire Krüeger is inspired by analog experiments\, love of camp\, and the natural world. Her work takes the form of videos\, fiber art\, illustration\, and zines\, and she is passionate about community arts\, printed matter\, and accessible media. \nKrüeger was a Bernheim Forest Artist-in-Residence for 2024 and created a series of knitted tapestries inspired by the forest. \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/bundle-dye-with-flowers/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250621T120000
DTSTAMP:20250611T185208Z
CREATED:20250331T172137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T185208Z
UID:10000356-1750500000-1750507200@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Become a Community Scientist
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, June 21st\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nDonation: Free\, RSVP\, donations encouraged\nWhere: Inside the Nature Center followed by a walk\n\nWe are thrilled to partner with the Louisville Audubon Society to offer this special workshop with scientist Dr. Margaret Carreiro. \nHave you ever seen something in nature and wondered what it was? This program will help you find the answers. Dr. Carreiro will teach us how to use the iNaturalist app to identify species\, contribute to biodiversity research\, and track your discoveries. \nMargaret created the Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve Project on iNaturalist\, to ensure on-site discoveries will be logged. Maybe you will spot the next exciting discovery at Creasey Mahan (or in your own backyard). \nThis workshop begins at the Nature Center\, followed by a walk where we will practice our new identification skills. \nREQUIRED: Attendees will need a smartphone device with the iNaturalist app installed (available for download in the App Store and Google Play). \nAbout Dr. Carreiro: Margaret Carreiro\, Ph.D. Biology and retired UofL Professor (Board Member of Louisville Audubon Society and President of the Louisville Chapter of Wild Ones Native Plants and Natural Landscapes) \n\n\n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/become-a-community-scientist/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250516T220000
DTSTAMP:20250214T180740Z
CREATED:20241031T173400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T180740Z
UID:10000452-1747418400-1747432800@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:7th annual Butterfly Ball
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 16\, 2025 – Cocktails at 6:00 p.m.\nTickets $200 per person \nCreasey Mahan Nature Preserve’s seventh annual Butterfly Ball\, presented by Frost Brown Todd\, will be held on Friday\, May 16th. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. in the gorgeous Woodland Garden setting with open bars featuring specialty bourbons and signature drinks\, live music with the Ron Jones Quartet\, an exquisite farm-to-fork dinner by Volare\, fantastic auction items\, and a personalized butterfly experience. WAVE 3’s multiple Emmy-award winner\, Shannon Cogan\, will be our Host Extraordinaire\, accompanied by entertainer-auctioneers Kevin Harned and Bill Menish. Join us for this unforgettable evening! \nThis special gala brings together friends and neighbors with the inspiring purpose of renovating the 1828 barn into a Visitor Center\, grow Thrive Forest School scholarship funds for families in need\, and ensure free access to nature for all. \nJoin us for this unforgettable evening\, which many attendees claim is their favorite event of the year! \nTo become a sponsor\, email Tavia@KYNaturePreserve.org or call (502) 228-4362.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/7th-annual-butterfly-ball/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250413T150000
DTSTAMP:20250409T132140Z
CREATED:20250403T161248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T132140Z
UID:10000358-1744549200-1744556400@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Grow for It: Replace Grass with a Pollinator Garden
DESCRIPTION:When: Sunday\, April 13th\nTime: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nDonation: $25/person\, must register on Idlewild’s website\, CLICK HERE\nWhere: Idlewild Butterfly Farm\nJoin our Executive Director\, Tavia Cathcart Brown\, at Idlewild Butterfly Farm for this interactive workshop on turning your lawn into a pollinator paradise. \nBased on permaculture principles\, Tavia will recommend how to convert grass into a garden\, and recommend favorite native plant pairings and how they attract pollinators. \nAfter the presentation\, the group will wander amongst Idlewild’s plants for sale\, and Tavia will answer your questions and recommend plant combinations. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/grow-for-it-replace-grass-with-a-pollinator-garden/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20250409T131831Z
CREATED:20241213T184148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T131831Z
UID:10000340-1744452000-1744459200@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:The Nature of Oaks
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, April 12th\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nDonation: Free\, RSVP\, donations encouraged\nWhere: Inside the Nature Center followed by the Woodland Garden\n\nCreasey’s board member and garden volunteer\, Dr. John Hubbard\, will share his love of oak trees and how they benefit wildlife and pollinators. He will highlight important facts gleaned from Doug Tallamy’s book\, The Nature of Oaks\, and review the native oaks of Kentucky. \nYou will discover how to identify oaks through their leaves\, bark\, and acorns. After the indoor presentation\, the group will head outside for a tour of oaks in the Woodland Garden. \nAs John said\, “It’s amazing once you learn to identify a tree how much more fun a walk can be. For me\, it was discovering a stately 250-year-old White Oak (Quercus alba) tree only a half block from my home. It is beautiful in every season!” \n\n\n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/the-nature-of-oaks/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250329T120000
DTSTAMP:20250311T142225Z
CREATED:20241031T170444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T142225Z
UID:10000450-1743242400-1743249600@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk with Tavia
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, March 29th\n\nTime: 10:00am to 12:00 p.m.\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Center\n\nJoin our Executive Director\, Tavia Cathcart Brown\, author of two natural history books\, on a two-hour walk in the beautiful Woodland Garden that will be showcasing stunning spring wildflowers and ferns. Tavia will share medicinal uses and folklore\, as well as ingenious ways plants compete for pollinators! She is dedicating this walk in memory of Joyce Metzger. \nWear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven ground. Difficulty is easy to moderate. \n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/wildflower-walk-with-tavia/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250314T120000
DTSTAMP:20250204T194957Z
CREATED:20241031T171446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T194957Z
UID:10000451-1741946400-1741953600@creaseymahannaturepreserve.org
SUMMARY:Spring Kick-Off for Garden Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:When: Friday\, March 14th\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Center\n\nAre you interested in becoming a volunteer and have an interest in gardening? Please join us! All levels of gardeners\, from beginning to advanced\, are welcomed. Our Kick-Off event will offer beverages and treats. If it is a pretty day\, we will meet in the Woodland Garden\, otherwise\, inside the heated Nature Center. \nWe have an EXCELLENT group of volunteers! You will learn about native wildflowers\, ferns\, shrubs\, and trees\, along with fun tidbits about pollinators. Our hoop-house provides opportunities to learn about growing plants from seed\, caring for plants in pots\, and learning about soil. \nVolunteer gardeners benefit in many ways\, from making friendships\, to learning new things when we are together\, and being first to get free plants (or at a discount)\, and getting access to “Creasey Gold” mulch! \nWe hope to see you on Friday\, March 14! RSVP required. \n\n\n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/spring-kick-off-for-garden-volunteers-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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