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Public Policy Programs
Q. What is the Arboretum's role in public policy?
A. Good policy comes from an informed citizenry. Invested with a strong desire to make the world a better place for ourselves and future generations, we look to expand our knowledge and understanding of today's critical issues that relate to our mission. The Arboretum provides a public forum in a nature rich setting where members, community leaders, policymakers, citizens, and other stakeholders connect with one another and today's foremost scholars, authors and experts from around the globe. Count on the Arboretum to bring you the very best in programs designed to inspire and enrich our engagement with our natural surroundings and the collective community in which we live!

Conference and Symposia
Join practicioners, policymakers, community leaders and concerned citizens looking to understand the implications and impact related to the critical issues of our day.
Though its conferences, forums and symposiums, the Arboretum offers personal access to engaging speakers, current research and emerging topics all in a
nature rich setting! Register on line today!

"Very relevant topic! Fabulous speaker in a wonderful setting! Please keep me on your mailing list!"
-M. Larson, Conference Attendee

"The program was excellent and networking opportunities very rewarding!"
-A. James, Symposium Participant

"A wonderful backdrop for thoughtful reflection, great conversations and encouragement to go forward!
-M. Robertson, Roundtable Participant

October 10 & 11, 2011
Healthy Foods Summit
Optimizing Food Systems For Human Health 

September 8, 2011
Clean Water Summit
Green Infrastructure for Clean Water:
Trees, Roots and Their Role in
Stormwater Management

May 16 & 17, 2011
Richard Louv & The Nature Principle

September 30 & October 1, 2010
Food for Thought - Healthy Foods Summit

September 16 & 17, 2010
Clean Water & Climate Adaptation Summit

October 2 & 3, 2009
Youth Voices Conference

September 24 & 25, 2009
Land Conservation & Clean Water Summit

May 16, 2009
Eat Yourself Healthy: A Spring Retreat at the Arboretum
Deliciously Changing Your World One Meal at a Time

November 6, 2008
Children in Nature: Healthy Development by Design
Keynote Speakers: Stephen Kellert, Robin Moore

June 5, 2008 
"Climate Change Adaptation & Biodiversity Conservation: A Minnesota Response"
Keynote: Jim Motavalli

April 4, 2008
"Nature, Children and Families:
A Necessary Connection"
Keynote: Dr. Andrea Faber Taylor

March 13, 2008
"Adapting Community Infrastructure
To Climate Change:  Solutions
for Stormwater Management
and Community Forests"