A family friendly environmental program aimed at enticing young budding naturalists in seeing nature through a different lens. Individuals will be crafting their own unique binoculars out of natural materials that will then be utilized on a guided hike to help bring nature more into focus. Each participant will be provided a naturalist journal to help identify their observations.

Program will meet at the Environmental Education Center in Horine Reservation

Ages: K-5 with parent/legal guardian to accompany.
Pre-Registration online or by calling 503-368-5405
Fee: Free

Join us for a hike for young beginners who are curious about trees. A program for explorers who want to see and learn trees. Individuals will have their own tree journal where they can take as many cool notes as they want while on a hike. You will also have the opportunity to do leaf and bark rubbings to really see what a tree looks and feels like.
Programs Meets at Environmental Education Center
A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18.
Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404.
Fee: FREE

Our summer camps combine summer fun with nature-based science education activities. We offer a variety of camps for ages 7 to 15. Campers will take on the roles of naturalists, scientists, and adventurers as they explore the Forest and the creatures that inhabit it. Traditional summer camp fun will round out the experience, inspiring exploration and creating an adventure to remember for a lifetime.

10% off Early Bird pricing runs until Feb16th.

Starting Feb16th regular camp pricing will be $175 for five day camps, $140 for four day camps.

Sales tax will be included at checkout.

Please be sure to review the receipt to complete your child's waiver and medical release forms via the Docusign link.

Jefferson Memorial Forest will join tens of thousands of people across the nation as they camp for a cause. The annual Great American Campout is a nationwide event that connects people with the great outdoors. This event is an easy way for friends, families, and children to connect with nature, sleep under the stars, and create memories of outdoor experiences. Jefferson Memorial Forest will provide the campfire, s’mores, and evening activities for your family to enjoy. You provide your dinner, breakfast, and tent. In the morning, you will have the day to explore the Forest; spend time hiking any of our 35 miles of trails or fishing at Tom Wallace Lake with free fishing poles provided at the Welcome Center.

Program meets at the Program Area in Horine Reservation. Ages: All ages. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18.

Fee for camping: $25.00 per family, $5.00 for each additional family member

Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502/368-5404

Join us for an introduction to archery and learn how to safely use a bow and arrow. This session teaches familiarization with equipment as well as the form and skills needed to hit your marks. All equipment is provided. Program meets in Horine Reservation. Fee: $10/person. Ages 10 and older. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18.

Enter a magical, hidden world in the Forest, where creatures of the imagination live. Be on the look-out for our Forest Troll, guarding a bridge along the trail. Perhaps he will let us pass if we offer him many of the edible foods in the Forest. While in the woods, we will build shelters of sticks and leaves and enjoy a woodland treat around a campfire. Program meets in the Horine Reservation’s Environmental Education Center.

Ages: 5-12. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18.
Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404.
Fee: $10/person

Will owls respond if they’re called? Whooooo knows! Join Natural Areas staff for an owl prowl that will begin indoors with a presentation about these amazing nocturnal predators, their habitats, and behaviors. The evening continues with a hike along well-traveled paths as we call out for these elusive birds. Test your auditory skills by listening for their responses. Dress for the weather.

Program will meet in the Horine Reservation at the Horine Conference Center. 12408 Holsclaw Hill Rd. on Google Maps. Park in the large gravel lot and walk down the drive to the conference center.

FEE: $10/person
For ages 10 and older. A parent/ legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18.

Pre-registration required. Register online or by calling 502/368-5404

Winter is coming! Celebrate the season by creating a botanical wreath that will keep your space merry and bright all season long! Grab a friend, a date, or come ready to meet fellow crafters at this adults-only event. All materials (and a light snack!) will be provided during this naturalist-led craft. Afterward, peruse the deals at the Holiday Open House in our Welcome Center!
Program meets at the Welcome Center.
Ages: 16+ A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18.
Pre-Registration required. Register online or by calling 502-368-5404.
Fee: $10/person

Map and landscape reading are skills every outdoor person should possess. Equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to read and interpret topographic maps and locate destinations while using a compass. These in-field exercises are a hands-on learning experience.
Program meets in the Horine Reservation main parking lot.
Ages: 8 and up.
A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18 and register for the event as a participant.