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SUMMARY:St. Joe Middle Classroom Visit
DESCRIPTION:New Pioneers will conduct a classroom visit with sixth-grade students this April at St. Joseph Middle School to help students celebrate Earth Day in an informational and fun fashion! \nThis visit will focus on the 5 Rs of sustainability: Refuse\, Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle\, and Rot\, and will offer a variety of group discussions\, hands-on activities\, and more. \n \nPlease note\, this program is designed for students only and is NOT open to the general public. 
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/st-joe-middle-classroom-visit/
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SUMMARY:1st Grade Assembly at Bardstown Primary School
DESCRIPTION:New Pioneers will visit the first-grade classes from Bardstown Primary School this April to lead an interactive "Red Light\, Green Light" assembly! \nThis assembly will allow students to celebrate Earth Day with collaborative\, hands-on games and discussions about sustainable and unsustainable habits. Stay tuned to our website to read more about this school visit! \n \n  \nPlease note\, this event is designed for students only and is NOT open to the general public. 
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/1st-grade-assembly-at-bardstown-primary-school/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education Program
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SUMMARY:Bardstown Elementary School Assemblies
DESCRIPTION:New Pioneers will visit classes from Bardstown Elementary School this April to lead an interactive "Red Light\, Green Light" assembly! \nThis assembly will allow students to celebrate Earth Day with collaborative\, hands-on games and discussions about sustainable and unsustainable habits. Stay tuned to our website to read more about this school visit! \n \n  \nPlease note\, this program is designed for students only and is NOT open to the general public
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/bardstown-elementary-school-assemblies/
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:New Pioneers will join A Better Nelson County for their Earth Day Celebration on Wednesday\, April 22nd\, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Mayor's Park in downtown Bardstown!  \nThis celebration will feature local environmental organizations\, sustainable student projects\, speeches from local leaders\, and more. \nWe hope to see you there for this special celebration of "Our Power\, Our Planet!"
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Mayors Park\, 304 N Third Street\, Bardstown\, KY\, 40004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education Program
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SUMMARY:2026 Green Festival!
DESCRIPTION:2026 Green Festival!\nMark your calendars for Saturday\, April 25th\, from 10 am - 3 pm on Cross Main Street in downtown Springfield\, KY\, for New Pioneers' annual Green Festival! This year marks the 17th anniversary of celebrating sustainability and our local community at this one-of-a-kind event. \nWe hope to see you (& your crew) there! \n \nFestival Details\nThe 2026 Green Festival has an exciting lineup this year of NEW and returning festivities\, including: \n\nLocal Food Trucks \nHomemade\, Handcrafted\, and Locally Sourced Goods\n\nHoney\nBeeswax Products\nClean-burning Candles\nCrocheted/Upcycled Items\nLocal Leather Goods\nHandcrafted Jewelry\nWool\n\n\nInteractive Education Opportunities \n\nElectric Vehicle Test Drives with Evolve Kentucky\nPick out a pet rock and learn about the A Cleaner Kentucky Movement\nLearn about beekeeping and local pollinators with the KY Department of Agriculture\nLearn about habitat management from the KY Division of Forestry\nMeet and learn from 10+ other environmental exhibitors\n\n\nFamily-Friendly Entertainment \n\nKids Play Area\, brought to you by the Woodland Wonders Forest School & Mama Duck's Childcare\nSongs about nature with Mr. Dan from Bernheim Forest\nMeet and greet oppossums and sugargliders from the Wilderness Trail Wildlife Center\nFarm Animal Petting Zoo\, brought to you by the Marion County 4-H Club\n\n\nAnd more! \n\nPhoto Contest\nNew Pioneers is excited to bring back the beloved Nature Photo Contest to Green Festival this year! We're now accepting photography and artwork submissions of the natural world from all ages and skill levels. Learn more here. \nSubmissions are due by Wednesday\, April 22nd\, 2026. Winners will be announced at Green Festival on Saturday\, April 25th. \nVolunteers\nAre you interested in supporting Green Festival? We're seeking volunteers before\, during\, and after the event to ensure its success! \n \nExhibitors and Vendors\nWe are excited to once again invite environmental exhibitors\, food vendors\, and entertainment to participate in this festival - with a NEW addition! We are eager to also invite “sustainable vendors” to sell handmade\, home-crafted\, and/or locally sourced goods at our 2026 date. \nLearn more and apply below!
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/2026-green-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Springfield
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education Program
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SUMMARY:Head Start Program at the Loretto Motherhouse Farm!
DESCRIPTION:New Pioneers\, the Loretto Community\, and the Marion County Cooperative Extension Office are partnering together this May to offer an outdoor exploration day for 80 local Head Start students! \nThis fun-filled day will feature a hayride\, nature music\, outdoor exploration\, hands-on learning opportunities\, and more across the expansive Loretto Motherhouse Farm property. \n \nPlease note\, this is a private program\, NOT open to the general public. 
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/head-start-program-at-the-loretto-motherhouse-farm/
LOCATION:Loretto Motherhouse\, 515 Nerinx Road\, Nerinx\, KY\, 40049\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education Program
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SUMMARY:Stream Sampler Training
DESCRIPTION:Stream Sampler Training!\nAre you interested in learning more about Kentucky’s waterways through direct experience? What about partnering with others to better understand our waterways’ restoration and protection needs? How about pursuing action to protect and improve our water quality? \nYou’re in the right place! New Pioneers is partnering with the Kentucky Watershed Watch and the Loretto Community to offer a Stream Sampler Training for ALL. Join us on Tuesday\, May 19th\, from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Loretto Motherhouse Farm to get certified to monitor your chosen stream(s)! This training will equip you with all the tools and knowledge you need to become a Salt River Watershed Watch Volunteer. \nInterested samplers must attend an in-person training AND complete online training content to become certified. Learn more about stream sampling and register here! (You may also register by emailing education@newpioneers.org) \n \nThis is a great opportunity to explore\, connect\, and protect our rich waterways. We hope to see you there! \nQuestions or concerns? Contact education@newpioneers.org or call our office at (859) 336-5070. \nWe will meet at the Old Tobacco Barn (#18 on the map below) on the Loretto Motherhouse Property (515 Nerinx Rd\, Nerinx\, KY) to begin this training. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for outdoor weather and stream access. 
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/stream-sampler-training/
LOCATION:Loretto Motherhouse\, 515 Nerinx Road\, Nerinx\, KY\, 40049\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education Program
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout at the NCPL
DESCRIPTION:New Pioneers is eager to join in on another Homeschool Hangout with the Nelson County Public Library on Thursday\, May 21st\, from 1-3 pm! \nThis program is open to ALL homeschool families\, and will include a variety of hands-on activities\, discussions\, and games to connect with and learn about nature. \nWe hope to see you and your little one(s) there!
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/homeschool-hangout-at-the-ncpl/
LOCATION:Nelson County Public Library (Main Branch)\, 201 Cathedral Manor\, Bardstown\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education Program
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SUMMARY:"Where the Wild Things Are" Day Camp!
DESCRIPTION:"Where the Wild Things Are" Day Camp!\nNew Pioneers is delighted to announce our second annual "Where the Wild Things Are" Day Camp from Tuesday June 9 through Friday June 12\, 2026 from 9-3 pm at the Loretto Motherhouse! \nThis is an unforgettable and immersive experience for all 6-12-year-olds that you don't want to miss. From connecting with the great outdoors to learning environmental stewardship\, this is bound to be a fun-filled and educational week for your little ones! \n \n  \nEarly registration will open on Monday\, January 26\, for New Pioneers members. General registration will open two weeks later on Monday\, February 9. Spots are limited and operate on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n \nRegistration will close at the end of the day on Friday\, May 22 or when camp spots are filled. Camp payment is due one week prior to camp\, by Tuesday\, June 2. \nCAMP DESCRIPTION: \nDo you have a 6- to 12-year-old seeking adventure and outdoor exploration this summer? Look no further! “Where the Wild Things Are” Day Camp is where the fun happens!  \nYou don't want your kiddos to miss out on this nature-focused\, education-rooted summer camp right here in Central Kentucky. This collaboration between New Pioneers for a Sustainable Future and the Loretto Community will immerse your child in four days of curious\, creative\, and hope-filled exploration of diverse natural spaces on the Loretto Motherhouse’s expansive\, nearly 800-acre property. \nThis year\, we have an exciting and refreshed lineup of daily adventures to "wild spaces"  - exploring pond\, native grassland\, forest\, and farm habitats\, and seeking out “wild things” - the myriad of species that also call our community “home”\, including worms\, birds\, and bugs. Oh my! \nEach day\, youth will gather at the Old Tobacco Barn before splitting into smaller groups\, rotating between different stations. Activities include: Hiking\, creating natural art\, playing educational nature games\, birding\, scavenger hunts\, observing nature\, wagon rides\, supervised free play\, and more! \nCAMP DETAILS: \nDATE/TIME: Camp runs Tuesday\, June 9 through Friday\, June 12\, 2026 at the Loretto Motherhouse located at 515 Nerinx Rd\, Nerinx\, KY 40049. Camp starts at 9 a.m. and concludes at 3 p.m. each day. Early drop off (8 a.m.) and late pick up (4 p.m.) are available during the registration process for an additional fee. \nCOST: Camp costs $150 for the full week\, per camper. Active New Pioneers members will receive a pricing discount of $25\, totaling $125 for the full week per camper. Payment is due by one week before camp. The cost of attendance includes participation in all four days of camp\, snacks throughout camp\, learning supplies\, and a camp t-shirt. Lunch is NOT provided - participants will pack a “brown bag” lunch each day of camp.  \nEARLY DROP-OFF/LATE PICK-UP: For participants needing early drop off and late pick up\, families pay an additional $25 for each\, which includes early drop off/late pick up for all 4 days of camp (i.e. $50 for both early and late coverage all week). \nSCHOLARSHIPS: It is a priority of New Pioneers and the Loretto Community that all children have access to “Where the Wild Things Are”. Financial support is available for those in need. All families are asked to contribute $5 to secure their child’s place during camp. Scholarships can be requested in the application. For more information\, email info@newpioneers.org. \nREFUND POLICY: In the case of severe weather\, day(s) of camp may be cancelled without refund eligibility. If there should be a reason you need to cancel your registration\, all fees but a $25 processing fee will be refundable if cancelled by April 1. There are no refunds after April 1. \nELIGIBILITY AND SAFETY: Camp is open to youth ages 6-12 who meet age requirements before the first day of camp. There is a maximum of 50 learners\, and registration will be processed on a first-come\, first-served basis. Youth will be broken into smaller groups according to age\, with a minimum ratio of 5:1 youth to adult at all times throughout the week. All adults coming into direct\, regular contact with youth will receive a background check and health/safety training. \nCAMPER EXPECTATIONS:\nEach camper is expected to meet the following base expectations to successfully and independently attend camp. By submitting your registration\, you affirm that your child(ren) meets these expectations. \nIn appreciation for learners of diverse abilities\, we are happy to explore accommodations and encourage you to reach out if your learner is unable to meet these expectations. \nBase expectations include: \n\nCamper can independently use the restroom and is prepared to use compost toilets (portalettes) provided at the Loretto Motherhouse.\nCamper can stay with a group at all times and follow instructions from an adult group leader.\nCamper does not require medicine to be administered with support (in any form) throughout the duration of camp days (excluding youth who can self-administer oral medication labelled and provided to New Pioneers by the first day of camp).\nCamper can speak and understand English.\n\nCamper can physically navigate uneven terrain independently\, without support.\nCamper will be kind\, safe\, and respectful at all times to other campers\, staff\, and residents of the Loretto Motherhouse. “Where the Wild Things Are” Day Camp has a zero-tolerance policy for participants hitting\, fighting\, bullying\, issuing verbal threats\, and/or destroying property. Parents will be contacted for immediate pickup depending on the severity of any related incidents\, subject to New Pioneers’ discretion.\n\nREGISTRATION PROCESS:\n Registration for “Where the Wild Things Are” will be conducted through a Google Form. You are not required to have a Google email account to submit this form\, but an email account is required to maintain communication. Registration will include necessary liability waivers and medical information\, and will take roughly 15 minutes to complete. \nRegistration will open on Monday\, January 26\, 2026\, at 8 a.m. for New Pioneers members. At this time\, members will receive an email from New Pioneers for a Sustainable Future (info@newpioneers.org) to an email address on file. To verify that your email is up-to-date before camp registration opens\, email info@newpioneers.org. \nNew members are welcome - and encouraged! - to enroll their membership at any level during the early registration period to qualify for the early member registration and member rate. Note: Your membership MUST be active at the time of registration and at the time of camp to qualify for the member discount. \nRegistration will open to the general public on Monday\, February 9\, 2026\, at 8 a.m. \nRegistration will close at the end of the day on Friday\, May 22. \nINSTRUCTOR\, COUNSELOR\, & VOLUNTEER ROLES:\nNew Pioneers is seeking to fill paid and unpaid positions to support "Where the Wild Things Are" through instructor\, counselor\, and volunteer roles. If you've got a passion for the environment or education\, this is the perfect opportunity for you! \nStay tuned to this page to apply to be an instructor\, counselor\, or volunteer soon!  \nQuestions?\n Contact info@newpioneers.org or call our office at (859) 336-5070!  \n    \nTo view more photos from the previous "Where the Wild Things Are" Day Camp\, click the photos above. Read more about previous camp experiences here. \n 
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/where-the-wild-things-are-day-camp-2/
LOCATION:Loretto Motherhouse\, 515 Nerinx Road\, Nerinx\, KY\, 40049\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education Program
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SUMMARY:NCPL Summer Reading Program
DESCRIPTION:New Pioneers is eager to lead the Summer Reading Program at the Nelson County Public Library on Tuesday\, June 30th\, at 2:30 pm! \nDuring this exciting program\, students will explore the underground through hands-on activities\, games\, and discussions. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://newpioneers.org/event/ncpl-summer-reading-program/
LOCATION:Nelson County Public Library (Main Branch)\, 201 Cathedral Manor\, Bardstown\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education Program
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