Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve

Kreher Preserve & Nature Center

Free and open to the public seven days a week from sunrise to sunset. Visit the events calendar to learn about upcoming programs or visit facebook.com/auburnpreserve.

Fall Color at the Turtle Pond

The Turtle Pond Dressed in its Fall Color. Photo Courtesy of Dr. Lewis Scharpf.

Waterfall in Fall Color

Hidden Falls, Photo Courtesy of Dr. Lewis Scharpf.

Hands-on Learning and Discovery

The Forest Ecology Preserve is truly a living laboratory; offering children who visit or participate in programs abundant opportunity to discover nature with hands-on learning.

Summer Ecology Camp

This exciting week-long camp is designed for children 1st to 6th grades and incorporates scientific and nature-based learning with hands-on activities, hikes, games and crafts. See the events calendar for upcoming dates.

Forest Friends Preschool Program

The award-winning Forest Friends program is a unique experience for preschool children and their parents which incorporates hands-on activities with nature and environmental awareness. Offered bi-annually, please see our events calendar for upcoming dates.

Azalea Place Trail

Azalea Place Trail, along the east boundary of the Preserve, is especially beautiful during the early spring when the wild azalea's are in full bloom.

Nature Playground

The nature playground invites children to explore within a playspace offering a rich, naturalistic experience featuring mounds, ditches, logs, tunnels, fallen trees, boulders and some creative structures including a beaver lodge, tree house and eagle's nest.

Serenity on the Pond

The beautiful view found at the pond provides visitors a tranquil place for rest, meditation or a picnic.

Wildflower Trail

The Wildflower Trail offers a sampling of Alabama's abundant wildflowers where many birds, butterflies and bees can be seen enjoying nature's bounty.

Guided Nature Walks

Enjoy a peaceful morning walk with one of our guide's while you take in the many sights and sounds found at the Preserve. Join us each Thursday from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Discovery Hikes

Children are captivated by all there is to discover at the Preserve! Join us for an afternoon hike as we learn about our local plants, insects and wildlife! Hikes are held each Tuesday from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Homestead and Vegetable Garden

The Homestead and Vegetable Garden offers a rare glimpse into the history of the Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve and its earliest land owners. This land, first inhabited by the Creek Indian tribe, was purchased by the Carters who then sold the property to the Cooper family. After their home burned, the Coopers sold the property to the late Frank and Dr. Louise Kreher Turner.

Forest Ecology Preserve Amphitheater

The 150-seat outdoor amphitheater is the site of many of the Forest Ecology Preserve educational programs. The amphitheater is also available for private rental for families, civic and religious groups, arts organizations or businesses looking for a unique venue for weddings, concerts, ceremonies or corporate retreats.

Butterfly Garden

The Butterfly Garden is a tranquil place to relax while enjoying the unique beauty of the flowers and plants attracting visiting butterflies such as the Eastern Tiger Swallow Tail, Variegated Fritillary and American Lady.

Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve

Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve & Nature Center

Kreher Preserve & Nature Center

Fall Color at the Turtle Pond

Waterfall in Fall Color

Hands-on Learning and Discovery

Summer Ecology Camp

Forest Friends Preschool Program

Azalea Place Trail

Nature Playground

Serenity on the Pond

Wildflower Trail

Guided Nature Walks

Discovery Hikes

Homestead and Vegetable Garden

Forest Ecology Preserve Amphitheater

Butterfly Garden

Preserve News

Preserve Adopts New Informal Name and Launches Rebranding Campaign

2015 Events Calendar Now Available

City of Auburn Renews Funding Allocation

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Upcoming Events & Calendar

Discovery Hike

Nature Walk

Boy Scouts, Opelika Troop 858

5K Trail Run, Tot Trot & Sunday Stroll

Spring Forest Friends Registration Begins

Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve & Nature Center

Kreher Preserve & Nature Center

Fall Color at the Turtle Pond

Waterfall in Fall Color

Hands-on Learning and Discovery

Summer Ecology Camp

Forest Friends Preschool Program

Azalea Place Trail

Nature Playground

Serenity on the Pond

Wildflower Trail

Guided Nature Walks

Discovery Hikes

Homestead and Vegetable Garden

Forest Ecology Preserve Amphitheater

Butterfly Garden

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