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  • Sparrow workshop

    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Arboretum Centre

    We will use hands on activities to learn plumage, songs and habitat use of this difficult to identify group. Over lunch we'll be hiking through The Arboretum looking for our resident sparrows (so please pack a lunch). An information booklet will be…

  • The Secret Life of Lichens

    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    The Arboretum Centre

    These often overlooked and under-appreciated organisms will come to life once you are tuned into them. Identification basics will be covered, bring a hand lens if you have one, field guides will be available to purchase, but they are not necessary. Come be…

  • Small Pond Design Construction & Maintenance

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm

    The Arboretum Centre

    Moisture loving herbaceous plants that need wet soil and lots of sun would do well along its edges. Create a sanctuary in any size space with water, plants, rocks and ornaments. You will learn how to place and position your pond, all construction materials…

  • Night and Low Light Photography

    7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

    The Arboretum Centre

    This course is timed to take advantage of the (almost) full moon the first hour will be spent inside, for a lesson on shooting in low light – we’ll cover using timed exposures and night settings, composition, equipment, shooting city lights…

  • About Trees

    7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

    Hilton Centre

    Join Horticulturist Sean Fox on a walk through the World of Trees collection as he discusses pollination, fall colour, aging, and disease resistance, as well as some interesting facts about some very unique trees and shrubs! Take home an informative…

  • Dragonflies and Damselflies

    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    The Arboretum Centre

    Most species can be identified with a field guide and pair of binoculars. Learn about these beautiful creatures, their fascinating lives and see why they are an important part of our local ecosystems. Arboretum Naturalist: Chris Earley.

  • Identification and Biology of Butterflies

    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    The Arboretum Centre

    We will focus on butterfly natural history, capture techniques, field identification, tagging, migration and creating and maintaining butterfly habitat. Be prepared for the weather of the day. Guest Instructor: Jessica Linton.

  • The Wondereful World of Summer Wildflowers

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

    The Arboretum Centre

    Similar in structure to 'The Wonderful World of Spring Wildflowers' workshop, the day will be spent outdoors engaged in a blend of hands-on exercises and stimulating discussions as we explore the natural history, ecology, lore and uses of dozens of…