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UPCOMING EVENTS

Here's what's coming up on the CAPN calendar!

CAPN works with many regional and national partners to host, present and facilitate on-going programming dedicated to advancing children's access to free play in nature. Stay up to date on all the goings-on at Bernheim and throughout the region.

March 21 – Celebration of Play

Kick off the play season at Bernheim’s Playcosystem, with special guests, creative innovations, and plenty of outdoor play. Presented by Aetna Better Health of Kentucky. 

April 18 – Free Play Facilitator Training @ Sankofa Sanctuary

Join us for a special edition of CAPN’s Free Play Facilitator training, hosted by Play Cousins Collective at Sankofa Sanctuary in Chickasaw Park, from 10:00am to 2:30pm. Contact zach.bramel@bernheim.org for details.

May 1 – KAEE Early Learning Symposium

Make plans to join us on Friday, May 1, at Bernheim Forest & Arboretum for KAEE’s inaugural Early Learning Symposium. This one-day professional learning event is designed for early childhood educators across Kentucky interested in nature-based learning or environmental education. Sessions and speakers will focus on the foundational skills needed to take young learners outside safely and effectively use the power of the outdoor environment for learning. 

ECE-TRIS credit will be available. Registration is open!

KAEE is proud to host this event in partnership with Bernheim Forest & Arboretum with the support of our Early Childhood Action Team. 

Playcosystem Free Play Days 2026

Join in the fun at our monthly community play days. All on our 17-acre natural playground – with special guests, creative invitations, & plenty of outdoor play.