While planning your next vacation make sure to take a look at the convenience and diversity of Shepherdsville and Bullitt County. From weekend getaways to week long adventures, Shepherdsville and Bullitt County has you covered.
In Bullitt County alone we have the Jim Beam American Outpost, museum house and distillery. This 200 year old landmark features the fascinating art of bourbon making as well as the Beam family history. From moonshine to modern manufacturing, you will get a new appreciation for our nation’s only native spirit. Hey! You can even try a sip.
While you’re sipping, you might as well try one or both of our newly opened wineries. Wight-Meyer, MillaNova 
or Brooks Hill Wineries offer a large array of wonderful wines. They both have tasting rooms with all the ambiance you need to enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening. Call the tourism office for directions and hours of operation.
Bullitt County is also the home to Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest. While at Bernheim, check out the Legends and Lore Trail. On this trail you will hear many stories about different trees including the Serviceberry Tree. It was so named because it is the first tree to bloom in Kentucky. These blooms would let the preachers know they could get about the hills and hollows to perform services that the winter freeze had kept them from. Their new 6000 square foot Visitor Center is an A.I.A award winning sustainable green building. It is known to be one of the greenest in the central U.S. You can now walk among the tree branches on their new for 2006 Canopy Tree Walk, which is handicap accessible and senior friendly.
Hawks View Gallery
offers visitors the opportunity to get up close while artisans make hand blown glass artwork. After your date with the artisans, you can take some time to shop. Last but certainly not least, you must dine. The Café is wonderful. Just off I-65 at exit 121
You can also get your motor running at Kart Kountry. Chronological age makes no difference on the nation’s 
longest go cart track. Add their newly remodeled putt putt course and for the winter months check out their newly expanded arcade with trampoline basketball and you have the makings for a day you won’t soon forget.
Take your pick, history, culture, sport or amusement. That is what you will find just 15 minutes north in Louisville. From the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory to the Frasier History Museum or the Muhammad Ali Center to the Kentucky Derby Museum at the world famous Churchill Downs. And don’t forget the thrills of Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom.
Just south within an hours drive is Historic Bardstown home to Stephen Foster the Musical, Fort Knox home of the Patton Museum and Mammoth Cave, the worlds longest known cave system.
Our affordable lodging and convenient location make Shepherdsville and Bullitt County your one stop lodging spot for all of the attractions in the Kentucky Derby Region.
Located right off I-65 with lodging at exits 117 and 121.
For more information call 1-800-526-2068
Shepherdsville / Bullitt County Tourist & Convention Commission
Or check us out on the web www.travelbullitt.org
Bernheim Forest: Free M-F, $5/auto on weekends
Jim Beam Outpost: Free tour & Sample Tasting
Kart Kountry: $5 per trip
Hawks View Gallery & Tour: Free
Wineries: Free Sample Tasting
Schedule of Events 2010
For more information on Bullitt County, please visit us at www.travelbullitt.org or call 502-543-8687. Thank You
All Year Long:
First Saturday Nature Exploration Stations
On the first Saturday of every month volunteers in Bernheim’s Training-for-Naturalists program lead fun and entertaining Nature Exploration Stations at the Visitor Center. Both children and adults enjoy the varied interpretations of the nature of Bernheim at these events. The First Saturday program offers changing experiences each month. You might get to stroke a snake, look a toad in eye, hear hidden stories in plants and trees, figure out the food chain, and discover a whole lot more about your connections with nature. And you can get in touch with your natural creativity through take home nature inspired craft projects. Age 5 and up.
Time: Anytime between 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center 502-955-8512 http://www.bernheim.org
Fee: Free with admission and to Bernheim members
April:
Knob Creek Military Gun Show & Shoot – 2nd full weekend – Nations largest show and shoot for traders, shooters and Spectators. Knob Creek Gun Range is open year around for your shooting enjoyment! The facility is encompassed by more than 600 acres & designed to provide you & your family a safe shooting environment.
www.machinegunshoot.com
E-mail address: kennysumner@bellsouth.net
Location: Exit 117; Hwy 44 W.
Contact: Kenny Sumner (502-922-4457)
North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby – 4th Saturday Apr. 24 – This event is full of “on the edge of your seat” excitement. Don’t miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00pm
Location: Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Bill Cox or gppoynter@aol.com (502-396-4604)
May:
Mt. Washington Spring Festival – Second Fri & Sat– If you are looking for a place to spend quality time with the entire family, this is the great place. Mt. Washington Spring Fling will offer craft booths, food, parade, pageants and tons of fun stuff. Don’t miss the Kick off to spring. Location: Exit 117, HWY 44 E. Mt. Washington
Contact: Bill Breeden (502-538-4897)
Mt. Washington Spring Fling 5K Run/Walk
Second Saturday– This 5K Run/Walk will take place in Mt. Washington, one of two run / walks in the county. The 5K will start at 8:00a.m. Registration fee will be $12.00 if you pre-register before May 1st or register the day of for $15.00. Come sign up and accomplish your goals by signing up to participate in the run or the walk. Set your own pace, have Fun and hope to see you there.
Location: St. Francis Church
Contact: Amy Puritt (502-802-0802)
Bloomfest & Plant sale – Third Saturday 8am-5pm
The annual plant sale will give you an opportunity to find that one-of-a-kind plant for your garden. Bernheim also provides a host of informal programs in planting, design, pruning, and arboretum walks to help you better take care of your new plants. Please come and start off your planting season right. Bloomin Brunch, kite flying and more
Location: Exit 112, East on HWY 245, one mile off the exit.
Contact: http://www.bernheim.org (502-955-8512)
June:
Red Crow Indian Pow Wow – First full weekend– The Indian Pow Wow displays an array of cultural background to educate and entertain. See traditional dance competition performed in colorful cultural costumes. Native American vendors exhibit arts and crafts. Traders, dancers, food & cultural exhibits are just some of the experience you will have when you attend.
Location: Shepherdsville City Park, Exit 117
Contact: Linda Dishon (502-543-8582) ewasee@insightbb.com
Lebanon Junction Spring Fling – First Sat. The LJ Community along with the LJ Fire dept come together for a block party to benefit the Crusade for Children, Live Music Food & Fun.
Location: Exit 105; Lebanon Jct. KY 40150
Contact: Marsha Puckett (502-833-2571) Tobee Taylor 502-833-9364
E-mail: marshapuckett@bellsouth.net
Free Fishing at Bernhheim – First Weekend, Bring the whole family for a day of free fishing
in one of Bernheim’s great lakes. 502-955-8512 http://www.bernheim.org
Bullitt County Fair – Third week –June 14-19 Get away from the hustle and bustle of a busy work week. Bring your family to the fair and enjoy pageants, rides, horse shows and motocross events. Don’t miss out. Email btsauction@yahoo.com
Location: Exit 112; Bullitt Co. Fairgrounds
Contact: Ruth Sohm (502-543-4855)
Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce
Golf Scramble TBA
Contact: Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce (502-955-9641) kwalls@bullittchamber.org
July:
4th of July Bullitt Blast – A great time for the whole family. There will be food, rides and activities for children, music, competitions, and fantastic fireworks display over the Salt River. Come join us for this free celebration. http://www.travelbullitt.org
Location: Exit 117; Paroquet Springs Conference Centre
Contact: Troy Beam or Jackie Allgeier (502-543-8687)
Annual Salt River Canoe Race – 4th of July – Compete for the trophy, or take a scenic ride down the Salt River. Come and enjoy any activity you decide to take on. Canoeing is a great way to excise and relieve stress. Sign up and have fun at the same time.
Location: Exit 117; Shepherdsville
Contact: Mike Hammond, horizonhoppers@yahoo.com or 502-507-9364
North Bullitt Lions Club Demolition Derby
Last Saturday July 31– This event is full of “on the edge of your seat” excitement. Don’t miss out on the fun, Derby starts at 7:00pm
Location: Bullitt County Fairgrounds
Contact: Bill Cox or gppoynter@aol.com (502-396-4604)
August
Bluegrass 101 Festival –
4th Fri & Sat, August 27th & 28th – I-65 exit 112 Friday 6:00 till 10:00pm and Saturday Noon till 10:00pm, Admission is Friday – $10.00, Saturday – $15.00 or both days – $20.00. Children 12 and under FREE. The bands are Bluegrass 101, Men of the Week, Whistlen Rufus, Tommy Brown and the County Line Grass, Gene Thompson and Crossroad, along with Paul Williams and the Victory Trio. We would love to have you come out and be with us on the 27th and 28th. It will be held under a large pavilion rain or shine “the show will go on”. All net proceeds will go toward the WHAS Crusade for Children. For more information call 502-507-5449 or 502-252-9004 Pam Waldrgidge…Bands subject to change. http://www.bluegrass101.com
September:
BUGFEST!
First Saturday – On This First Saturday Nature Discovery Day Bernheim will be a buzz with all sorts of fun as we explore insects and other little crawly things. Free programs and activities at the Visitor Center from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. will celebrate our diminutive neighbors. Time: 10:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Place: Visitor Center www.bernheim.org 502-955-8512
Fee: Free with admission and to Bernheim members
Connect Bernheim Festival & Fall Plant Sale
Second Saturday – Bernheim’s twice-yearly plant sales are always eagerly anticipated events. You’ll find a distinctive variety of plants propagated from Bernheim’s own collections, along with a varied selection of other unique trees, shrubs, grasses and perennial herbaceous plants. All are suitable for north central Kentucky growing. Bernheim is a great place to expand your mind, body, spirit and connect with nature – and your garden! 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m., Members Only – 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Open to the Public. Location: Visitor Center, Exit 112, East on HWY 245, one mile off the exit. Contact: http://www.bernheim.org (502-955-8512)
See Ya There! 
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