Presentation, Hike, Workshop
Wildflower Weekend
– Sponsor: Kentucky Native Plant Society
– When: Fri 14 Apr 2023 – Sun 16 Apr 2023
– Activity: In Person Presentation, Hike, Workshop for General Public
– Cost: $10 per adult, $3 for ages 13-17, free for kids 12 and under
About the Event
KNPS’ 2023 Wildflower Weekend is scheduled for April 14, 15, & 16 The weekend will offer wildflower hikes Friday afternoon and all day Saturday, led by some of the best botanists in the state. These hikes will explore the region’s rich natural history and resources in and around Cumberland Falls and the Big South Fork. Friday evening there will be a campfire social gathering at the pavilion to meet your fellow native plant enthusiasts. On Saturday night we will have our Spring Membership Meeting (open to everyone) and several botanical talks. One of the highlights of the evening will be a talk by Chris Benda, The Illinois Botanizer, titled “Botanical Humor: You Never Knew Plants Were So Funny” should be fun and informative!
Featured Events:
🌸State wide BotanyBlitz!
🌸19 hikes full of botanical splendor!
🌸Merch with Wildflower Weekend 2023 Logo!
🌸Members and Friends Campfire Social!
🌸Botanical Presentations!
🌸Raffle!
The agenda for the weekend is listed on the KNPS website.
All walks are limited as to the number of people who can sign up. This is done so that everyone will have a rich and positive experience. Last year walks filled up fairly quickly, so register as soon as possible to get the best choice of walks.
This event is open to the public and kid-friendly. Admission is $10 for adults, $3 for ages 13-17, and free for ages 12 & under.
Attendees will be able pre-register for both the event as well as guided hikes. This will better help us with planning the most enjoyable experience for everyone. Pre-registration will be opened online several weeks before Wildflower Weekend. Members of KNPS will be allowed to register before the registration is opened to the general public.
– Location: Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
7351 Highway 90
Corbin, Kentucky 40701