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February 2025
Edible Gardening Classes – Seasons and Seeds
Getting started with planting a vegetable garden but don’t know where to start? Or, how to maintain? Harvest and prepare the land for next year? Our garden manager, Susan Ballerstedt, is offering a series of classes to prepare you for the upcoming season! Max. 20 people Join us for Edible Gardening: From Planning to Harvest […]
Stargazing with Louisville Astronomical Society
Explore the wonders of the night sky with guidance from the Louisville Astronomical Society, who will provide telescopes and expertise to help you discover celestial marvels. This family-friendly event is free and open to all ages. Friday, February 28, at 7:30 PM Weather Notice: If skies are cloudy or it rains, the event will be […]
March 2025
Edible Gardening Classes – Seed Starting and Garden Logs
Getting started with planting a vegetable garden but don’t know where to start? Or, how to maintain? Harvest and prepare the land for next year? Our garden manager, Susan Ballerstedt, is offering a series of classes to prepare you for the upcoming season! Max. 20 people Join us for Edible Gardening: From Planning to Harvest […]
Edible Gardening Classes – Preparing and Planting
Getting started with planting a vegetable garden but don’t know where to start? Or, how to maintain? Harvest and prepare the land for next year? Our garden manager, Susan Ballerstedt, is offering a series of classes to prepare you for the upcoming season! Max. 20 people Join us for Edible Gardening: from Planning to Harvest […]
Edible Gardening Classes – Weed Woes & Garden Pests
Getting started with planting a vegetable garden but don’t know where to start? Or, how to maintain? Harvest and prepare the land for next year? Our garden manager, Susan Ballerstedt, is offering a series of classes to prepare you for the upcoming season! Max. 20 people Join us for Edible Gardening: from Planning to Harvest […]
Emergency Preparedness Class
Planning ahead is key to staying safe during any disaster. Join us for an Emergency Preparedness Class and learn how to create a plan for your household. Topics will include food storage for shortages, alternative energy sources, and essential steps to take during various emergencies. To register, call 502-266-9802.Cost: $5 per person | Free for […]
Edible Gardening Classes – Harvest and Garden Rest
Getting started with planting a vegetable garden but don’t know where to start? Or, how to maintain? Harvest and prepare the land for next year? Our garden manager, Susan Ballerstedt, is offering a series of classes to prepare you for the upcoming season! Max. 20 people Join us for Edible Gardening: from Planning to Harvest […]
April 2025
Herbs for Culinary and Medicinal Use
Have you ever wondered about herb benefits, how to use them, and more? Come join the fun! You will learn: Basic herbs for culinary and medicinal purposes Understand herbal plant properties and their uses How to identify herbs Ideas for growing & wildcrafting How to use herbs for everyday living and cooking About the Instructor: […]
Spring Edible Plant and Mushroom Hike
Come learn about the many wild edibles found on the preserve. We will focus on identifying plants and mushrooms. At the end of the program, you can sample some finger foods made from mushrooms found in our region of Kentucky. *Foraging from a nature preserve is prohibited. Mushrooms provided by Ashbourne Farms, Lexington, KY. $25 […]
May 2025
Saturday Morning Farm Animal Feeding Kick-off Celebration
Come celebrate the beginning of our season for Saturday morning farm animal feeding! Activities include: -Farm feeding (9:30 am) -Antique tractor display -Hayrides -Barrel train rides -Refreshments -NEW! Pioneer life demonstrations Date: May 3rd Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Age: 3+ Location: Barn Cost: $20 per carload to support our animal care program.
June 2025
Exploration Camp
Exploration Camp focuses on discovering the wonders of nature! Campers will experience a variety of interactive explorations on the preserve. They will become scientists investigating our ecosystem including the diversity of animals, plants and microorganisms. Other activities include photography, crafts, team building activities and time with our farm animals. It’s a week of fun, adventure […]
Little Sprouts Forest Explorers Summer Camp Drop-off Class: FOREST EXPLORERS (ages 3 – 5)
Forest Explorer Day Camp is where Little Sprouts campers learn about different animals on the farm and in the forest of Blackacre. Learn about animal adaptations and how they can survive in our wilderness. Your child must be fully potty trained. This four day camp meets from 9:00-12:00 PM (Tuesday-Friday) Sign up for one or […]
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Blackacre State Nature Preserve & Historic Homestead
Opening Hours:
Daily from dawn to dusk
Phone: (502)266-9802
Email: office@visitblackacre.org
Address: 3200 Tucker Station Road Louisville, KY 40299