Join us at beautiful Mahr Park, Madisonville, for a 5k run/walk and kids 1/4 mile fun run on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27th, 2025 and raise much needed funds for the Christian Food Bank of Hopkins County.Kids run starts at 8am, 5k run/walk starts at 8:15amStrollers and well-behaved LEASHED dogs are welcome. We ask that you start…
Hike the 40-acre forest and kick off the first day of 2026! Meet at the Mahr Park Arboretum Welcome Center and join trail guide Maria Bailey.
Guided Birding Hike at Mahr Park Arboretum February 14, 2026 8:00–10:00 AM Meet at the Welcome Center Join us for a peaceful and educational Guided Birding Hike at Mahr Park Arboretum led by Erika Wood, Hopkins County Cooperative Extension Horticulture Agent. This morning trek will take you through beautiful winter landscapes as we listen, watch, and identify the birds…
April 25, 2026 10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. Meet at the Welcome Center Explore the arboretum on a guided hike focused on tree identification and appreciation. Learn about the trees that shape our landscape while enjoying a peaceful walk in nature.
Join us for a Native Plant Sunday Seminar! Alicia Bosela from Ironweed Native Plant Nursery will share an engaging presentation on the importance of native plants and their impact on our local ecosystem. Native plants will be available for purchase following the presentation. May 3, 2026 2:00-4:00 P.M. Event Barn A
Join the Pennyroyal Master Gardeners for an exposition of 4 stunning gardens and farms that provide a delightful escape into nature’s serene beauty. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased from the Hopkins County Cooperative Extension Office (25 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville). This is a rain or shine event and no refunds will be issued.…
June 20, 2026 8-10 P.M. Welcome CenterCelebrate the longest day of the year with a guided Summer Solstice Night Hike. Join us as we experience the park in a whole new way by exploring the trails at dusk and discovering the sights and sounds of nature after dark.Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight…
Welcome Center Join us for a guided Pollinator Hike and discover the important role bees, butterflies, and other pollinators play in supporting healthy ecosystems and native plant life. Hike leader, Kevin Moser, will share his knowledge of bees and their vital role in pollination and the environment. This educational hike is a great opportunity to…
The annual BBQ 5K returns to Dawson Springs on July 25th, 2026! The 5K will kick off at 7:30 AM. All profits go to the Dawson Springs School Cross Country team and the Community Center. If you are running Cross Country at one of the county schools this fall you can run for free. They would…
Join fellow conservationists, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts for the Western Kentucky Gobblers Banquet. Enjoy an evening of great food, fellowship, raffles, auctions, and fundraising dedicated to supporting wildlife habitat and hunting heritage. For more information contact David Purdy 270-339-4025 or Gary Holt 270-839-8640. To purchase tickets visit nwtf.org/events