EKI x Kentucky Natural Land Trust's Blanton Forest Guided Hike Weekend
Description:
We're excited to announce we're partnering up with Kentucky Natural Lands Trust for the third year in a row to host a weekend of guided hikes at Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission's Blanton Forest State Nature Preserve.This incredible hike features the largest old growth forest in the state of Kentucky, with trees dating to the late 1600's! Blanton is also home to scenic overlooks, soaring cliff lines, rock shelters, and pristine mountain streams that contain the Blackside Dace, a threatened species of fish. Lace up your hiking boots, dust off your camera, and join us to learn more about this beautiful wilderness area on Pine Mountain in eastern Kentucky!
Overview:
What: A challenging 4 hour hike with 1400' elevation gain and loss within Blanton Forest Nature Preserve on Pine Mountain.
Distance: 5 Miles
Group size: 15
Cost: $25
Guides: Gerry Seavo, EKI Director & Preston Lacy, KNLT Stewardship Director
Highlights:
Challenging 5 mile trail through 3,509+ acres of old-growth and second-growth forestland.
Lunch break at Knobby Rock on Pine Mountain with views of the Cumberland Plateau and Black Mountain.
Learning Outcomes:
Regional/local geology
Basic photography skills
Basic knowledge of forest ecology
Historical usage of area & work of Kentucky Natural Land Trust
Leave No Trace principles.