(960-06-20-13)
Thursday, June 20, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
$15 member/$30 non-member, Arboretum bus transportation to the sites. All Levels, Walks, Limit 30, Ordway Parking Lot
Join Arboretum naturalist Matt Schuth and learn about the history of Spring Peeper Meadow. Spring Peeper has unique plants and much bird life including Eastern kingbirds, wood ducks, tree swallows, marsh wrens and more. Bring your binoculars and meet your intrepid guide at the Ordway Parking Lot in time be to hop aboard the Arboretum bus to be whisked away to your special destination. This tour is an option for those with limited mobility who can walk 25 yards or more.
(960-09-14-13)
Saturday, September 14, 10 a.m. - noon
$10 member/$25 non-member, Limit 30, Ordway Parking Lot
The time will be ideal for learning the secrets and beauty of autumn fungi and mushrooms.You'll be a part of the hunt for the wide and amazing assortment of mushrooms and fungi at the Arboretum. Gain an appreciation for the fragile life cycle of these important organisms and learn how to respect and preserve their environments. Along the way you'll learn about the late summer flowers, birds, and insects that make autumn one of the most glorious times during which to explore the Arb!
(960-09-21-13)
Saturday, September 21, 9:30 a.m. - noon
$15 member/$30 non-member Gate admission, Limit 30, Visitors Center
See the magic that happens behind the scenes! Hop on the Arboretum bus and be a part of this exclusive tour with expert horticulturalist Jeffrey Johnson. Jeff holds the key to almost all of the Arboretum gates, buildings, doors, and locks, many of which are only accessible to Arboretum staff. As his special guest for the day, you'll gain private access and learn about the Arboretum's history and heritage, its scientific research endeavors, and you'll tour into the inner workings of the collections. And of course, you'll have a chance to revel in the beauty of the Arboretum in early autumn. Register early, this tour is expected to sell out.
(960-10-05-13)
Saturday, October 5, 10 a.m. - noon
$10 member/$25 non-member, Limit 30, Ordway Parking Lot
Be rejuvenated and invigorated by autumn's glories at the Arboretum. You'll head out to discover which birds are migrating and which late blooming flowers are ready to delight your senses. Learn or refresh your understanding of the how and why of leaf color transformation. Find out what other surprises the natural world has in store for you during this always popular time of year.
(960-11-02-13)
Saturday, November 2, 10 a.m. - noon
$10 member/$25 non-member, Limit 30, Ordway Parking Lot
It seems all of nature prepares for winter during this time of year, and during this guided hike with acclaimed naturalist Matt Schuth, you'll uncover the magic and beauty of how the plants, animals, and insects throughout the Arb get ready for the big chill. Matt always brings in recently collected treasures from his time spent in the collections, and you'll learn the science and the stories behind his especially selected stops for this walk to greet early winter.
(960-12-28-13)
Saturday, December 28, 10 a.m. - noon
$10 member/$25 non-member, Limit 30, Visitors Center-Great Hall/Reedy
Join this tremendously popular walk though the winter wonderland of the Arboretum with acclaimed naturalist Matt Schuth. Many have made this part of their holiday and year-end traditions! You start with a show-and-tell about some of the Arb's collections, including bird eggs, nests, and more. Then you will head out to the wildflower garden and learn to track animals and identify trees and plants in the midst of winter. Head back to the Visitors Center for a free cup of hot chocolate!
For information on Free Public Arboretum tours, click here.
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To register, make note of class name(s) and number(s), then click the leaf to go to our OnLine store!
Questions?
Call 952-443-1422
or email: ArbEdu@umn.edu
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