Parents Night Out with The Craft Box! Because you deserve a night off—and your kids deserve a night of fall fun! New Pioneers is teaming up with The Craft Box to host a cozy, creative evening on Saturday, November 22nd, from 5:30–8:30 PM. While you enjoy a well-earned break, your kids (ages 5–12) will dive […]
New Pioneers is excited to join the Nelson County Public Library's Homeschool Hangout on Thursday, October 16th, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Main Branch! We hope you'll join us for interactive nature play, hands-on environmental education, and free play. Stay tuned for more details!
#1000HoursOutsideKY Challenge New Pioneers is excited to bring back the #1000HoursOutsideKY Challenge for our community members this summer! Join us in recording ALL time spent in the great outdoors from June 1st - September 1st, 2025, to help our community reach our cumulative goal of at least 1,000 hours spent in nature this season. Why […]
Stream Sampler Training! Are you interested in learning more about Kentucky’s waterways through direct experience? What about partnering with others to better understand our waterway’s restoration and protection needs? How about pursuing action to protect and improve our water quality? You’re in the right place! New Pioneers is partnering with the Kentucky Watershed Watch and […]
Green Festival 2025! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 26th from 10 am - 3 pm on Cross Main Street in downtown Springfield, KY, for New Pioneers' annual Green Festival! This year marks the 16th anniversary of celebrating sustainability at our one-of-a-kind festival through live music, activities, demonstrations, AND more. You won't want to miss […]
"Where the Wild Things Are" Day Camp Calling all eco-explorers! New Pioneers is excited to announce: "Where the Wild Things Are" Day Camp for the Summer of 2025! Save the date for June 23-27, 2025 from 9 a.m - 4 p.m. at the Loretto Motherhouse for an unforgettable and immersive experience for all 6-12 year […]
"Composting 101!" Moving Forward Forum: New Pioneers is eager to host another Moving Forward Forum on Tuesday, October 22nd from 6-7:30 PM at the Springfield ECTC Campus! Moving Forward Forums are a unique opportunity for adults to come together to learn about pressing environmental issues and sustainable living. These forums also allow attendees to engage […]
New Pioneers is excited to join in on the Sorghum Festival this year in downtown Springfield! Stop by our booth in Vendor Row on Friday, October 4th from 5-7:00 PM and Saturday, October 5th from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. At our booth, you'll have the opportunity to create your own nature journal, try out […]
Needing a creative way to spend time outdoors? Look no further! Join New Pioneers and the Nelson County Public Library for a fun outdoor exploration activity at the Bardstown Community Park from 1-3 PM. You won't want to miss out on investigating the natural wonders of our local community! 💚🌳
New Pioneers is eager to bring back "Moving Forward Forums", a pre-COVID program that was loved and enjoyed by many! Moving Forward Forums provide a unique opportunity for attendees to hear local experts share their knowledge of various ecological and environmental topics, as well as ask questions about the topics. In the past, these forums […]
