Bernheim Forest

Bernheim Forest and Arboretum, Clermont, KY. connecting people with nature.

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This Saturday, May 9 🌿
Free, family-friendly fun in the Arboretum:

• Springhouse Pop-Up (11–1)
• Free Play Saturday (11–4)
• The Tempest (1–3)

Plan your visit: https://t.co/xHMImLOyVh

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We're excited to be a finalist for the best HIKING TRAIL and the best PLACE FOR ADVENTURE in Kentucky! Help us win by voting May 1-31. #BestinKentucky You can vote once per day per email address. Vote often at https://t.co/AmWURFtsIE

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Spring at Bernheim 🌿

Plant Sale (May 15–16, 10–3): natives + perennials, 10% off for members
https://t.co/He3Arz2TTg

BloomFest (May 16, 10–3): nature play, crafts, parade + live music
https://t.co/Z8sHc5RoRz

Come for the plants, stay for the wonder 🌸

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Celebrating Bernheim’s 2026 Climate Heroes 🌎🌱

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝘄𝗶𝘀, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗯𝘆 𝗠𝗶𝗺𝘀, and 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗣𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 are shaping a more resilient future for Kentucky through conservation, advocacy, and action.

Read their stories: https://t.co/mgoTbwdt7m

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Heads up! Bernheim is open tomorrow, March 18, 9 a.m.–8 p.m.

Construction continues on KY 245 outside our entrance. Expect delays, slow down in work zones, and plan for changing traffic patterns. We’ll share updates as they come.

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀 Celebrate all week at Isaac’s Café with Irish classics like Guinness stew, corned beef, and our scratch-made whiskey cake. Taste the tradition while it lasts through March 20: https://t.co/r44Gs3aoLu

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𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝘂𝗽! Crews are busy in the Arboretum clearing downed trees and limbs from last night's storm. Areas will be 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 during clean up. Please note that Forest Hill Dr. and the Hollow are also closed Monday, March 16.

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30 days until spring! 🌸🌱 Celebrate the Equinox on March 21 at Free Play Saturday, presented by Aetna Better Health KY, at Playcosystem—our 17-acre nature playground for kids to explore, build, and play. 🌼https://t.co/i8DR4eFwrB

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📆 Save the Date: April 18, 2026

RESTORE: Healthy Planet, Healthy Us 🌎 Join us 11 a.m.–3 p.m. for Bernheim’s Earth Day celebration—hands-on activities, sustainability, and community in action. Because when the planet thrives, we all do. 🌿

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Big summer adventures start here 🌿
Camp Bernheim 2026 registration opens March 2 (members early access Feb 23).

7 one-week sessions for ages 6–12 with kayaking, creek walks, and hands-on nature fun. Teen Camp (ages 13–16) returns June 16–18! https://t.co/4xKA2WdfCf

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🦅 Hermes is on the move.
After lingering in Canada, Bernheim’s third tracked golden eagle has crossed the Great Lakes and is now traveling through protected forests in the Midwest.

How far south will he go this winter? https://t.co/0bElUszzEu

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Bernheim celebrates Claude Stephens, Director of the Children at Play Network, for receiving the Doctor of Play Award! His work advancing nature-based, inclusive play is shaping Playcosystem and inspiring communities nationwide. https://t.co/WPuvaGOM3O

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Morning at Bernheim 🌿
The Visitor Center gift shop is closed today, February 2, for inventory.
Isaac’s Café will be open with grab-and-go options available.

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Due to the winter storm, the 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 scheduled for February 1 has been 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗱. We are working on a new date, and we look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of 2025 soon! Thank you for your generous support of our forest!

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Missing the forest right now? ❄️ Enjoy these snowy Bernheim moments, shared by staff from past winters.

📸: Hannah Hunt
📸: Evan Patrick
📸: Jacob Redman
📸: Megan Weissmann

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❄️ Due to the winter storm, Bernheim Forest will be closed Monday, January 26 and Tuesday, January 27 to ensure the safety of our staff and visitors. We look forward to welcoming you back to the forest soon!

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Due to forecasted inclement weather, Bernheim Forest will be closed Saturday, Jan 24 & Sunday, Jan 25. Guest and staff safety is our top priority. Please check our website or social channels for updates. Stay safe! 🌲❄️

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Due to hazardous road conditions, Bernheim will open at 10 a.m. today, January 21. Thank you for your understanding, and please travel safely!

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🌱 January is the perfect time to get your garden ready for spring! Join our Nursery Manager for hands-on winter propagation tips and let your green thumb wake up early.

Watch the full segment: https://t.co/MM2NVgWZTk

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Registration is now open for Spring Break Nature Day Camp at Bernheim, April 6–10, 2026! 🌱 Ages 6–12 can hike, birdwatch, and create art outdoors. Join us for a day or the full week.

Register today:https://t.co/jKqDzdRLdm