Join us as we learn about nature photography and how to capture the perfect shot! There will be a brief photography presentation in the Mahr Historic Home’s Gallery before we head into the arboretum to practice what we learn. Meet at the Welcome Center; insect repellant and closed-toe shoes are recommended.
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Dawson Springs BBQ 5K
The 7th annual BBQ 5K returns to Dawson Springs on July 29th, 2023! The 5K will kick off at 7:30 AM starting at the Dawson Springs Community Center. Click the link below to register or pick up a paper entry form at Planters Bank in Dawson Springs beginning May 1st. https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?e=82597532 Contact [email protected] or 270-836-3466…
StoryWalk Launch
Join us for a StoryWalk that is brought to you in partnership with Leadership Hopkins County Class of 2023, the Hopkins County Public Library, and Alhstrom. The StoryWalk launch will take place at Mahr Park Arboretum, 55 Mahr Park Drive, Madisonville, KY 42431. *Meet at the Kayak Launch AreaMarch 25, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.…
Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend: Bird Identification 101
Participate in the 2023 Great Backyard Bird Count by joining UK Cooperative Extension Horticulture Agent, Erika Wood as she leads Birds Identification 101 class and birding hike following.When? Saturday, February 18, 2023, 10:00 a.m.Where? Mahr Park Arboretum, Welcome Center- Discovery Classroom
Winter Trekking Guided Hike
Warm up on the hiking trail as we take in the sights and sounds of winter at Mahr Park Arboretum in a guided hike through the parks 40-acre woods. Winter brings a unique beauty and landscape. When? Saturday, January 21, 2023, 1:00-3:00 p.m.Winter gear is recommended.Where? Meet us at the Mahr Welcome Center.
Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend
Participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count by joining UK Cooperative Extension Horticulture Agent, Erika Wood at Mahr Welcome Center- Discovery Classroom for a class on attracting birds to your garden and then go bird watching at the Arboretum!When? Sunday, February 19, 2023, 2:00 p.m.Where? Mahr Park Arboretum Welcome Center- Discovery Classroom
Gun Show
Looking for a great way to spend a day or the weekend of September 17-18, 2022? If you are a gun collector or are a hunting enthusiast, the gun show at the West Kentucky Archery Complex in Madisonville, KY is a great place to spend some time. RK Shows will have a variety of vendors…
The Art of Natural Photography Hike
Join us as we learn about natural photography and how to capture the perfect shot! There will be a brief presentation from a local photographer before we head into the arboretum to practice what we learn. Meet at the Welcome Center; insect repellant and closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Pollinators Hike
Join us for a hike around the arboretum as we learn about the importance of pollinators! Meet at the Welcome Center; insect repellant and closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Madisonville Miners Baseball Game
Buy a ticket to this Madisonville Miners game, and you’ll hit a summer fun home run! Don’t miss the Madisonville Miners as they play Muhlenberg County Stallions at Elmer Kelley Stadium at the Madisonville City Park! Admission is $5 per person; children 12 and under are free admission. Call 270-821-4171 for more information!