Below is a summary of our upcoming workshops. The complete description of each one can be found on our website. Our workshops are an important part of what we do. We appreciate your past and future support of our workshops; the income supports other Arboretum educational endeavours such as brochures, signs, booklets, tours and our website.

If you know of people who may be interested in our workshops who do not receive this e-newsletter we would appreciate if you would pass this information on to them. To subscribe to the newsletter follow the simple instructions as outlined on our webpage at: http://www.uoguelph.ca/arboretum/educationandevents/enewsletter.shtml

If you have a spot in your community or at your workplace where you can display our workshop posters, please send us an e-mail at [log in to unmask] and we will be happy to send them to you.

Below is a list of upcoming workshops at The Arboretum. Please forward this e-mail to your friends and colleagues! The more participants we have, the more programs we can offer.

Our registration is an on-line registration process which allows you to register for our programs at anytime. A secure link is provided for this easy registration process. Click here for the link: https://www.uoguelph.ca/arboretum/educationandevents/register

Can you recognize these woody plant blooms? See the bottom of the newsletter for the answers. A printable version is available here: http://www.uoguelph.ca/arboretum/Listservnewsletter/August_2018/printable_quiz_woody_plant_blooms_Aug_2011_2018.pdf

     

Join us Saturday, September 8, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Arboretum Centre for our inaugural Arboretum Expo. Attendees will have the opportunity to "Meet the Trees" while taking part in tours, demonstrations, research exhibits, full-family activities, live music and plant sale. Come connect with Arboretum staff and volunteers to learn about trees you won't find anywhere else in Canada, and learn more about our efforts to conserve endangered species and restore natural habitats.

The Arboretum Expo also marks the return of our hugely popular Arboretum Auxiliary Plant Sale, in our new location and with a renewed focus on only the most unique and rare plants produced in our Arboretum Nursery. Quantities will be limited and selections will include plants not found anywhere else, so please be sure to mark your calendar for this one-of-a-kind event. A listing of plants is available here: https://www.uoguelph.ca/arboretum/sites/uoguelph.ca.arboretum/files/public/PlantSaleList2018-Ver1.2.pdf

Check out some of our recent posts below from our social media accounts. If you are interested in seeing more of what is happening and being seen at The Arboretum then please consider liking or following us on one or more of our social media accounts. We are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr. Search for us at uogarboretum. If you click on the posts below it will take you to the actual post so you can read the text.

We have two great options available for guided walks on The Arboretum grounds.

Join Rachel every Wednesday at 12:15 as she explores the grounds on a 50 minute hike. It is a wonderful way to explore all that summer has to offer on The Arboretum grounds. The walk is free and you should meet at the kiosk at the end of the promenade closest to campus if you are interested in participating.

On Wednesday evenings through to the end of August our Summer Interpretive Naturalist, Sally leads our Wednesday Evening Walk series. These programs take place each Wednesday evening from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. beginning at the J.C. Taylor Centre. The cost is $2 per person with children under 5 free. Here are some of the upcoming walks:

Care For The Rare – August 15 - With the conversion of many forests and grasslands into urban and agricultural land, and pollution of aquatic environments, there are more than 200 animals and plants in Ontario listed as a species of risk. Come learn about the rare Ontario species that can be found in the Arboretum and what you can do to help!

I’m Lichen this Fungi – August 22 - Did you know that there are around 130 different species of lichen in Ontario, and 111 of these species have been found in the Arboretum alone? Not only that, 237 species of fungi have also been seen in the Arboretum. This Wednesday we’ll be expanding our knowledge into the little, yet fascinating, world of lichen and fungi.

The Not-So-Creepy Creepy Crawlies – August 29 - When I ask you to think of a cute animal, what is the first thing that comes to mind? A panda? A dog? A bunny? Not many people or even anyone at all would say an insect or spider as their answer. Pandas and dogs are furry and have cute faces, but so can some insects! Join us on our last Wednesday Walk to learn about the diversity and importance of Ontario insect species!

   

This is the popular time of the year to get married. We have two picturesque outdoor ceremony sites as well as indoor space with a fabulous view for wedding receptions. If you or someone you know is looking for a space for your wedding ceremony and / or reception please contact Dawn Ann Webster at 519-824-4120 ext. 54110 or [log in to unmask]. Further information on our unique reception facilities and outdoor ceremony sites can be found on our website.

 
West Lawn                                        Auditorium

We have changed to a new registration system for our workshops. We hope that you will find it more user friendly. Check it out at: https://secure.e-registernow.com/cgi-bin/mkpayment.cgi?state=3285.

If you have any questions about the new system or registering for a workshop please contact Barb Watson – Ash at 519-824-4120 ext. 52358 or [log in to unmask].

It is a great time of the year to be out enjoying and investigating nature. We have some amazing tools available for purchase that can help you identify what you see and find in nature. We have 5 booklets ($8 each including tax) as well as 21 different biodiversity sheets ($5 each including tax). To view the details of these please visit our website: https://www.uoguelph.ca/arboretum/educationandevents/arboretumbooks

You can purchase them Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the Arboretum Centre or by phone by calling 519-824-4120 ext. 52358. We are happy to ship them out ... a shipping fee does apply.

The Annual Wall Custance Memorial Forest Dedication Service is on Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. For further information please contact the Wall Custance Funeral Home at 519-822-0051 or www.wallcustance.com.

                  

Bigger. Badder. Buggier. The University of Guelph is hosting their second Bug Day on August 26th, 2018 and it’ll be hosted right here in The Arboretum Centre! Hikes, interactive booths and displays will be organized and set up for family and friends. It’ll be a full day dedicated to our six-legged friends. Be sure to mark it down on your calendars! Check out the facebook page for more information and to let us know that we will see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/198438394259070/?active_tab=discussion

Snow? ... No it is not snowing here at The Arboretum! However, it is a sight commonly seen in December during Christmas parties.

Although it definitely doesn't look or feel like Christmas outside, it is time to think about booking your company's Christmas Party. The Arboretum is a perfect location for your Christmas party for groups up to 130 people. For further information please contact Dawn Ann Webster, Bookings Co-ordinator at extension 54110, [log in to unmask].

All catering is provided by Hospitality Services, University of Guelph. For further information on the catering please call extension 53350 or [log in to unmask].

 
West Lawn                                        Auditorium set up for a Christmas party

Your donation can be directed to The Arboretum online through the secure University of Guelph donation page: http://uofg.convio.net/arboretum

If you prefer not to make an online donation, there are several other ways to provide your financial support. You can choose to donate by telephone, mail, fax, or in person:

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH Attention Alumni Affairs 50 Stone Road East Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1G 2W1 Tel: 1-888-266-3108 ext. 56934 Tel: 519-824-4120 ext. 56934 Fax: 519-822-2670 Email: [log in to unmask]

If you would like information on bequests and planned giving to The Arboretum please contact:

Amy Atkinson
Senior Development Manager, Ontario Agricultural College
at (519) 824-4120 ext. 58652 or by e-mail at [log in to unmask]