Backyard Bug Box is a fun 2 day class where kids explore outside and learn all about insects! 

  • Day 1: June 9th, 11 AM - 2 PM - We will be collecting insects outside, so dress for the weather. Participants can also start collecting now leading up to the class and bring their finds with them on day 2. 
  • Day 2: June 18th, 10 AM - 1 PM - We will assemble our bug collection boxes and learn how to identify the insects we found.

Registration opens 5/12/2026 at 9 AM. Participants are welcome to bring snacks and a water bottle. Attendance is required both days in order to complete the class. Questions? Contact brandie.todd@uky.edu

For our Boone County 4-H participants: Our project classes are designed for youth to learn various skills and have a completed project that can be entered in the Boone County fair. After being judged, projects are displayed the week of fair, June 22 - 27, 2026. All projects are available for pickup Sunday, June 28 at the Fairgrounds, with the exception of those selected to compete at the State Fair in August.

Tuesday, June 9, 2026
11am – 2pm EDT

Thursday, June 18, 2026
10am – 1pm EDT

Boone County Extension Environmental & Nature Center