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This map, soon available in print and a downloadable PDF, shows the 2,300 acres in conservation easements River Fields...
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Dear Supporters of River Fields, With joy and pride, I am sharing with you the PDF of the Courier Journal article that...
Louisville, Kentucky—Louisville-based River Fields has named Kristin Faurest the next president and CEO of the...
In total, River Fields has protected over 2,300 acres of land forever. View our current list of properties...
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Someone once said that the greatest use of a life is to spend it on something that will outlast it.![]()
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We see that truth every day.![]()
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It's visible in the protected landscapes along the river corridor.![]()
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It's visible in restored habitats returning to health.![]()
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And it's visible in the young people discovering a connection to nature for the first time.![]()
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These things don't happen overnight. They happen because generations of supporters have invested in a vision bigger than themselves.![]()
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If River Fields has ever inspired you, protected a place you love, or strengthened your connection to the river, we invite you to make a summer gift today.![]()
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Your support will help ensure that the places we cherish today remain protected for generations to come.![]()
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Thank you for helping build a legacy that lasts.![]()
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#Riverfields #conservation #ProtectWhatMatters
More than 2,300 acres.![]()
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That's how much land River Fields has helped permanently protect through conservation easements.![]()
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Every acre represents a commitment—to clean water, healthy ecosystems, scenic beauty, and future generations.![]()
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Once open spaces are lost, they are rarely recovered.![]()
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That's why permanent protection matters.![]()
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And that's why we remain committed to ensuring these places continue to thrive for decades to come.
Gratitude to Louisville Water Company for this sweet feature about what we've done with their grant support!With support from the Louisville Water Foundation, the River Fields conservation organization expanded its outdoor education program focused on river health, recreation, flood resilience, and biodiversity. Read more about the Wild Roots hands-on learning experiences ⬇️
The places we cherish don't stay protected on their own.![]()
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Every trail maintained.![]()
Every habitat restored.![]()
Every conservation easement secured.![]()
Every young person introduced to the natural world.![]()
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It all happens because people who care choose to invest in the future.![]()
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This summer, we're asking our supporters to help us continue protecting the river corridor, restoring native habitats, and inspiring the next generation of conservation leaders.![]()
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Will you join us?![]()
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Together, we're building a legacy that will endure for generations.
Conservation doesn't end when land is protected.![]()
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In many ways, that's when the work begins.![]()
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At our property near Lime Kiln Lane, River Fields has begun a multi-year restoration effort to remove invasive species and restore native habitat.![]()
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Already, areas once overgrown are revealing long-hidden views of Goose Creek and the Ohio River.![]()
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In the years ahead, native grasses, wildflowers, and trees will transform this landscape into a healthier, more resilient habitat for wildlife—and a beautiful example of stewardship in action.![]()
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(Picture is from our April 2025 Flood clean-up)
Hey everybody! Our annual paddling trip with River City Paddle Sports on Beargrass Creek is set for the morning of Aug. 15. This is a free event for River Fields members only, and spaces will go quickly. Email kristin@riverfields.org to reserve yours now while there are still spots! We'll let you know the exact start time closer to the date but it will be mid morning for about a 90 minute paddle.
