Kentucky Woodland Owners Short Course registration now open

By Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 20, 2024

The course is designed to teach forest owners the best ways to care for their land through a series of online and hands-on classes.

From Army green to nature’s greenery, one UK student wants to improve the military’s carbon footprint

By Jordan Strickler
Published on May. 7, 2024

University of Kentucky student Peyton Zelenak aims to help the Army become a more naturally sustainable institution.

Branching out: Canopy Con 2024 unites urban forestry enthusiasts

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Apr. 5, 2024

Canopy Con is the first conference of its kind in the Bluegrass region, combining urban forestry seminars and hands-on experiences. The event is open to all members of the community.

Kentucky Maple Days offers premiere maple sugaring event

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 19, 2024

The University of Kentucky welcomes the public Feb. 3 and 17 in discovering the world of maple syrup production across the state's farms and sugarhouses.

The 5th annual Kentucky Forest Health Conference will address new invasive threats

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 17, 2024

This year's conference places a special emphasis on the Spotted Lanternfly which recently made its presence known in Kentucky.

Fulbright awardee leads reforestation effort in Australia

By Daniel Flener
Published on Jan. 16, 2024

From Appalachia to Australia, Chris Barton, forestry professor at the University of Kentucky, has been conducting research related to environmental pollution and the restoration of degraded lands.

From the skies to the forests, this UK staff member and graduate always “Aims High”

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Nov. 9, 2023

Inspired by his family’s military careers, Billy Thomas’ transition from civilian to Air Force security specialist was not merely a career shift but a transformative experience that continues to shape his values and aspirations today.

University of Kentucky celebrates green legacy with The Arboretum’s 32nd Arbor Day event

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 25, 2023

National Arbor Day is traditionally in April, but Kentucky celebrates in the fall.

Reviving Kentucky's sweet tradition: University of Kentucky to host maple syrup workshop

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 20, 2023

Workshop attendees will immerse themselves in the world of the state’s maple syrup industry

Tree Week brings people and nature together

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 18, 2023

The sixth-annual Tree Week celebrates greenspaces that surround us.