Posts tagged Blanton Forest

As we met one another early Saturday morning, it quickly became apparent, that this was going to be a great event. The level of enthusiasm that Gerry brought to the gathering was contagious. Everyone was smiling and sharing a little bit about themselves. Rather quickly everyone was making informal introductions as they seemed eager to meld into a group.

HikeMatt WalkerMarch 17, 2016Kentucky, Kentucky State Nature Preserve, Blanton Forest, Eastern Kentucky, Harlan County, Blanton Forest State Nature PreserveComment

Kentucky's Ancient Forest: An adventure in Blanton Forest State Nature Preserve

Far off the highway in Eastern Kentucky’s Appalachian mountains, Blanton Forest State Nature Preserve is home to the largest known old-growth forest in the state. Old growth forests are rare in the eastern United States. Their trees die from rot, disease, and windfall, rather than from crosscut or chainsaw.

HikeCaroline StephensMarch 9, 2016Kentucky, Blanton Forest, Kentucky State Nature Preserve, Pine Mountain, Eastern Kentucky, Forest, Hike, Office of Kentucky State Nature Preserves Comments

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