• Jefferson Memorial Forest
  • 11311 Mitchell Hill Road
  • P.O. Box 467
  • Fairdale, KY 40118


  • 502/368-5404
  • forest@louisvilleky.gov


Metro Parks

Educational Programs // Scouting Programs and Badge Opportunities

Troop Leaders,

The Forest has worked with scouting programs for many years providing campsites, fishing, and hiking. We can also provide many more opportunities for your troops. We are conveniently located within the Louisville Metro area.

Eagle Scout, Silver, and Gold Award Projects are Available

We have staff on hand that will work with you in selecting a project or in developing your own project. For more information, or for a list of possible projects: Eagle Scouts, call Larry Hilton, Park Naturalist at 366-5432; Cadettes and Seniors call the Program Supervisor at 366-5432.

Badges and Patches

We offer many programs that help you meet the requirements to earn a badge or a patch.

  • Fishing
  • Climbing
  • Camping
  • Wildlife and Conservation
  • Orienteering
  • Outdoor Skills
  • Plants and Nature
  • And many more!

Have Your Troop Meeting at the Forest

Have your meeting in our newly remodeled Environmental Education Center. Our staff will lead a short program in which your scouts meet some of the native animals up close, and explore some of the wonders of the Forest.

Please call 366-5432 to find out more about this opportunity.

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