Early Spring Nature Hike Through Cedar Line Nature Preserve
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On this outing we’ll hike a 2-mile trail system through a 43 acre preserve which was donated in 2004 to Pendleton County by a now-deceased landowner who wanted future visitors to explore and experience the natural beauty of her property as she had. We'll start by examining a portion of Flour Creek near the parking area. Then we'll embark on the hilly trails which are on dirt, grass, moss and rocks, plus a couple stream crossings which are dry most of the year. We'll cross a few wood foot bridges and pass a couple old rock fences. A local naturalist and retired game warden, Sierra Club member Barth Johnson who maintains the trails, will be our nature guide. He'll explain the preserve’s history and help us identify trees, wildflowers and wildlife as we hike.
RSVP here, or contact the leader with your name, email address and a phone #. Expect email or phone message by 8am Saturday if event gets cancelled. For more info and a trail map to print or copy to your smartphone, visit Northern KY Sierra Club's online Hiking Guide:
http://www.sierraclub.org/cumberland/northern-kentucky/tristate-hiking-guide
Wear shoes with grippy soles since the trails might be muddy or slippery. Bring your own liquid and snacks. Dogs are not allowed in preserves.
Children are welcome but a parent or legal guardian must accompany and sign the waiver for minors. All adult participants must sign that they read and agree to Sierra Club’s liability waiver and acknowledgement of self-risk – please read in advance:
Location: 5 Hale Rd, Butler, KY 41006-8969. Drive on US 27 into Butler in north Pendleton County. Turn east at the 4-way traffic light onto KY-177. In about ½ mile where 177 veers sharply right, continue straight east onto Flour Creek Rd. Go about 2.5 miles, passing Vater Rd on the left. The preserve will be on the left side of Flour Creek Rd at the Hale Rd intersection, right before Flour Creek Rd veers right to cross a bridge. Turn left on Hale and park in the gravel area immediately on the right.
Leader: John Robbins - 859.363.0376 (voice or text) - john@johnfrobbins.com
AI summary
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In-person guided 2-mile nature hike for hikers and families; learn to identify local trees, wildflowers and wildlife.
AI summary
By Meetup
In-person guided 2-mile nature hike for hikers and families; learn to identify local trees, wildflowers and wildlife.