Boxerwood Board Approves New Professional Photography Policy

Boxerwood Professional Photography Policy

Approved by the Boxerwood Education Association Board of Trustees – August 21, 2014   

This policy is in response to an increase in use of Boxerwood by professional photographers.  At times this has intruded on other activities.  It is proposed that BEA adopt the following policy.

Photography at the Boxerwood Nature Center and Woodland Garden is encouraged as a form of art and enjoyment for our visitors and members.

Any photography that is done for a charge by the photographer and involves the use of models (individuals, families, etc.) or props will require one of the following:

            An annual professional photography permit at a cost of $100

            Or

            A Sustaining or higher level membership to Boxerwood

In addition; any photography sessions exceeding one client per day or groups of more that 4 people will need to be scheduled with a Boxerwood Staff Member.  The purpose of this scheduling is to ensure that no other activities will conflict or disrupt the photography session or Boxerwood events and education programs.

First Day at Boxerwood

I'm Emily, a new worker bee at Boxerwood.  On my first day  here,  the sky opened up and rain fell straight down as though someone had emptied out a wash bucket.  I stood at the door of Munger Lodge and watched the greenness glisten, flooded with memories of gardens and landscapes from other times and places.  It was an overwhelmingly peaceful moment.  Boxerwood is inspiring and meaningful in different ways to different people.  Our love and care for  this beautiful Woodland garden is key to our understanding of the importance of the stewardship to all of our landscapes.  I am so happy to be a part of all that is Boxerwood Nature Center, and look forward to many more perfect memories.

Temporary Closure of the Playtrail to the General Public

ATTENTION: PLAYTRAIL USERS

During the week of August 18 to the 22^nd Boxerwood will be conducting a “Nature Builders Summer Camp.”  The Playtrail will be closed to the general public on these dates during the hours of 8:30am to 3pm.  The purpose is to allow for undisrupted use by camp participants and Boxerwood programs

We apologize for any inconvenience, but feel free to explore the rest of our Woodland Garden.

Music In The Garden on August 8th

Don't forget that this Friday August 8 will be our next installment of Music in the Garden.  Bring a picnic and join us at the Stage area.  The band Molimo, Nelson County-based folk-rockers, will perform.  Admission is free.  A hat will be passed for donations to help preserve our woodland garden.  Picnicking starts at 5:30pm and Music will start at 6:15pm.  Tell your friends and join your fellow Boxerwood enthusiasts for a relaxing summer evening in nature

Fun At Music In The Garden

 Fun was had by all last Friday night at Boxerwood during our second Music In The Garden Program.  A record crowd was entertained by the Lexington Coffee Shop Irregulars followed by Grumpy Old Men.  Even a quick shower that ended the music early could not dampen this beautiful evening in the garden at Boxerwood.

Music In The Garden June 13

The next performance in the Boxerwood Music In The Garden Series will be on Friday June 13.  Musicians for the evening are "Grumpy Old Men" and the "Lexington Coffee Shop Jam."  Both groups are made up of local musicians who play an eclectic variety of music.

Grounds are open at 5:30pm for picnicking and roaming the garden.  The music will start at 6:30pm and run until 8pm.

ADMISSION IS FREE

BYOC - Bring your own Picnic, seating, food and drinks.

Parking is available at the end of Munger Road (the Meadow) and the performance will be on the outdoor stage.

No More Mulch At Boxerwood

Due to a smaller amount of fall leaves dumped at Boxerwood by the City of Lexington and the popularity of our free mulch program to promote reuse and propagation of local gardens, Boxerwood is out of both leaf and wood chip mulch.