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| March 14, 2020 Arboretum e-newsletter |
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In this Newsletter:
Arboretum Workshops
Spring Quiz
What to See Currently at The Arboretum
From the Director's Office
Wednesday Walks
Book your Meeting, Event or Celebration at The Arboretum
Merchandise
Answers to Quiz
Donations
Upcoming Workshops and Events
Tuesday, March 17
March Break Planetarium Program: Stellar Navigation Postponed
Wednesday, March 18
March Break Planetarium Program: All About Mars
Postponed
Wednesday, March 18
March Break Planetarium Program: Moons of the Solar System
Postponed
Monday, March 23
Planetarium Program … What's Up Tonight? Postponed
Wednesday, March 25
The Art and Practice of Pruning
Cancelled
Thursday, March 26
Planetarium Program … What's Up Tonight?
Postponed
Thursdays, March 26 to April 16
Introduction to Watercolour Painting
Postponed
Saturday, March 28
Jewellery Making with Natural Materials
Postponed
Wednesday, April 8
Planetarium Program … What's Up Tonight?
Postponed
Thursday, April 16
Reptiles
registration deadline: April 8
Tuesday, April 21
Warbler I
registration deadline: April 13
Wednesday, April 22
Warbler II
registration deadline: April 14
Saturday, April 25
Pond Life
registration deadline: April 17
Monday, April 27
The Art of Birding
registration deadline: April 19
Monday, May 4
Warbler Tune Up
registration deadline: April 26
Monday, May 11
Bird Sounds
registration deadline: May 3
Tuesday, May 19
Planetarium Program
registration deadline: May 11
Wednesday, May 20
Sparrows
registration deadline: May 12
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by Chris Earley
To help say good-bye to Old Man Winter, it's time for our annual spring quiz. Here are some close ups of creatures that usually first show themselves in March after an absence all winter. Can you figure them out? The answers and full photos of each animal are below.
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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 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. Click the posts below to be taken to the actual post to read the descriptions.
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by Justine Richardson
The Arboretum circa 1977.
Visiting today, it’s hard to believe that the OAC Centennial Arboretum Centre once stood in the middle of an open field. So many people had a literal hand in growing this land into the inspiring hub for research, learning, and outreach that it is today. In the coming months, I look forward to sharing some of the fascinating history and stories held in the Arboretum archives.
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Join Kitty and Jenny Wednesdays at 12:15 for the Wednesday walk as they explore the grounds on a 50 minute hike. It is a wonderful way to explore The Arboretum grounds as nature begins to awaken for spring. 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.
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Book your Meeting, Event or Celebration at The Arboretum
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Are you looking for a unique location to hold your meeting, conference, family celebration, wedding or other event? We have a the perfect venue with an amazing view of our breathtaking grounds and newly renovated banquet rooms to accommodate your needs. University of Guelph Catering takes care of all your catering needs. Please contact Dawn Ann Webster, our Bookings Coordinator, at [log in to unmask] or 519-824-4120 ext. 54110 for further information, a tour of the facility or to make a booking.
Auditorium
Photo by Chris Kingdon
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Check out our 2020 calendars, biodiversity sheets, booklets, t-shirts, hats, buttons and decals. All items can be purchased on-line or by stopping into The Arboretum Centre during business hours.
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Mourning Cloak Butterfly (usually our first butterfly of the
spring) |
Song Sparrow (watch your feeders for its return) - photo by
Jon Brierley |
Mosquito Larva (hmmmm, mixed feelings about this one...) |
| Eastern Chipmunk (usually seen first under our feeders) |
Hover Fly (did you think it was a honey bee? This
insect mimics one) |
Woolly Bear Caterpillar (always a favourite) |
Red-winged Blackbird (bright colours AND a bright song!) -
photo by Karl Egressy |
Groundhog (Groundhog Day is a bit early for our
northerly woodchucks) - photo by Alison Maxwell |
Wood Frog (listen for their quacking calls in Victoria
and Wild Goose Woods)
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Your donation can be directed to The Arboretum online through the secure University of Guelph donation page: https://secure3.convio.net/uofg/site/Donation2?df_id=3321&mfc_pref=T&3321.donation=form1&single_designee=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
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If you would like information on bequests and planned giving to The Arboretum please contact:
Jayne Whitfield
Gift Planning Manager
at (519) 824-4120 ext. 56196 or by e-mail at [log in to unmask]
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Our entrance is on the south side of College Avenue; 150 metres west of Victoria Road. The Arboretum Promenade (formerly Arboretum Road) is not open to vehicular traffic. Please visit our website for a map and directions .
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The ARBORETUM
School of Environmental Sciences
Ontario Agricultural College
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
N1G 2W1
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