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SUMMARY:Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture: Ken Smith
DESCRIPTION:The Landscape Architecture program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development presents a guest lecture by Ken Smith\, Founder and Principal of Ken Smith Workshop\, NYC. His talk is titled “Vertical Landscapes\, Social Urbanism & Camouflage.” All are welcome to attend.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/landscape-architecture-guest-lecture-ken-smith/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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SUMMARY:Shinrin-Yoku Walk
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe newly launched Canadian Chapter of the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides is proud to hold one of its first high-profile walks in Canada at The Arboretum. Forest Therapy originated from Japan’s Shinrin-Yoku\, which literally translates into“forest bathing” (taking in the air of a forest). It is a gentle way of moving mindfully through nature. \nLed by experienced guide Ben Porchuk\, the walk will open your senses and connect you to different ways nature can help align and heal you. \nRegister online \nGuest Instructor: Ben Porchuk \nEarly Bird Fee: $55 per person by Sept. 11. \nRegular Fee: $65 per person. \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the early bird deadline the course may be cancelled. Maximum 20 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/shinrin-yoku-walk-2/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180918T160000
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SUMMARY:Growing Woody Plants from Seed Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nDiversity is the emphasis of this full-day course. Grow your own native trees and shrubs. Characteristic seeds for the workshop will be collected while touring part of The Arboretum. We will carry out the techniques for cleaning\, treating and sowing seeds and how to protect them as seeds and young plants. A tour of The Arboretum’s native plant nursery will help you set up your own project. \nRegister online \nPresenter: Arboretum horticulturist Sean Fox \nEarly Bird Fee:  $75 per person by Sept. 10. \nRegular Fee: $85 per person. \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the early bird deadline the course may be cancelled. Maximum 16 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/growing-woody-plants-seed-workshop/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180914T160000
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SUMMARY:Hawks Workshop at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you identify migrating hawks\, falcons\, vultures\, eagles and osprey.  Through a wide variety of hands-on activities\, you’ll learn about plumage\, body shape\, foraging techniques\, flight patterns and migration times of 15 species.  An information booklet will be provided. \nPresented by: Arboretum naturalist Chris Earley\, author of Hawks and Owls of Eastern North America. \nEarly Bird Fee: $75 per person by Sept. 6. \nRegular Fee: $85 per person. \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the early bird deadline\, the course may be cancelled. Maximum 18 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/hawks-workshop-arboretum/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180912T160000
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SUMMARY:The Amazing Life of Spiders
DESCRIPTION:  \nLearn fascinating life stories and identification tips about our most important invertebrate predators: spiders. We’ll venture outside for part of the day\, learning how to discover and identify some of our amazing local arachno-fauna (be prepared for current weather). We’ll find outdoor “web-sites\,” but also many free-ranging spiders that hunt like cats\, wolves or eight-legged anglers. Discover first-hand why most insects are arachnophobic\, and how we can – and should – help our local spider population. \nGuest Instructor: Dan Schneider \nEarly Bird Registration: $75 per person by Sept. 4. \nRegular Fee: $85 per person. Note: If we don’t have enough registrations by the early bird deadline the course may be cancelled. Maximum 18 adults. \nRegister online \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/amazing-life-spiders/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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SUMMARY:Ecopsychology Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nParticipants will have the opportunity to engage in an eight-week program that explores the principles of Ecopsychology and Eco Art Therapy. Walking through this program\, participants gradually gain a deeper sense of self-value\, one’s relationship with nature\, and a desire to engage with nature as a trusted and valued aspect of one’s own life. Each week\, participants will be introduced to new concepts which they will then apply to practical activities and then reflect both collectively and individually. \nExplore ways to gain a deeper understanding of how nature communicates\, and what we can learn from this in our own lives.  Challenge yourself to think beyond the five senses and stimulate your inner green. Get creative as we explore eco-art activities that go beyond the barriers of artistic techniques. Integrate yourself with nature and the numerous life systems that intricately flow all around us. \nGuest Instructor: Memona Hossain \nEarly Bird Registration: $190 per person by Aug. 30 \nRegular Price: $205 per person. \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the early bird deadline the course may be cancelled. Maximum 16 adults. \nRegister online \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/ecopsychology-workshop/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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SUMMARY:Guelph Bug Day
DESCRIPTION:Guelph Bug Day is a fun\, free\, educational event for community members of all ages. Our goal is to cultivate a fascination for the very cool and very small world of insects! \n \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/guelph-bug-day/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180718T090000
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SUMMARY:Shrub Identification Workshop at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:  \nNeither great trees nor a carpet of bloom\, the often overlooked but ecologically important shrubs and vines in our landscape will be the focus of this workshop. Fresh specimens and an easy to use key for shrubs will be used. We will be outdoors for half of the day discovering southern Ontario’s native and naturalized shrubs at the Arboretum. Bring a magnifying glass. \nPresented by: Arboretum horticulturist Sean Fox \nEarly Bird Fee: $75 per person by July 10. \nRegular Fee: $85 per person. \nNote: If we there aren’t enough registrations by the early-bird deadline\, the course may be cancelled. Maximum 16 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/shrub-identification-workshop-arboretum/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180717T160000
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SUMMARY:Tree Identification Workshop at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program will refine your skills at identifying trees in Ontario. The focus will be on learning important identification characteristics. Difficult groups such as the cherry\, oak and walnut families as well as the easier groups such as ash and maple will be explored. The afternoon will be spent outside\, identifying trees in the forest as well as young cultivated trees with their Eurasian counterparts in the World of Trees collection. Bring your field guide and binoculars. \nPresented by: Arboretum director Shelley Hunt. \nEarly Bird Fee: $75 per person by July 9. \nRegular Fee: $85 per person. \nNote: If there aren’t enough registrations by the early-bird deadline\, the course may be cancelled. Maximum 16 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/tree-identification-workshop-arboretum/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180530T190000
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Wednesday Night Walks - Arboretum Creek Creatures
DESCRIPTION:Discover and celebrate the biodiversity found in aquatic  environments like the Eramosa and Speed Rivers. Come out to catch\, identify and study the plant and animal life we have in the Arboretum Creek! \n$2 per person. Free for children under 5. \nThis week’s walk is running as part of the 2Rivers Festival. Check out their www.2riversfestival.org for more events.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/arboretum-wednesday-night-walks-arboretum-creek-creatures/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180421T160000
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SUMMARY:Photographing Designs in Nature Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn new ways to photograph abstract patterns and create impressionist effects. \nRegistration: Early bird pricing is $55 per person by  April 12. After April 12\, pricing is $65 per person.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/photographing-designs-nature-workshop/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180420T160000
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SUMMARY:Smartphone Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed as an introduction for beginners who want to learn how to better use and navigate their smartphone camera to capture nature\, moments and memories. \nRegistration: Early bird pricing is $75 per person by April 12. After April 12\, pricing is $85 per person.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/smartphone-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
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SUMMARY:Warbler Workshop Level II
DESCRIPTION:This workshop covers 15 less commonly seen southern Ontario warblers which are not covered in the Level I Warbler Workshop. \nRegistration: Early bird pricing before April 3  is$75 per person ($125 for both Level I and Level II). After April 3\, pricing is $85 per person.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/warbler-workshop-level-ii/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180411T160000
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SUMMARY:Warbler Workshop Level I
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the plumage\, song and behaviour of warblers. Investigate habitat requirements and timing of migration. \nRegistration: Early bird pricing before April 3 is $75 per person. Pricing after April 3 is $85 per person.  If you also register for the Warbler II workshop\, the early bird pricing is $125 per person for both Level I and Level II.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/warbler-workshop-level/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180327T150000
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SUMMARY:Master of Landscape Architecture Conference
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Master of Landscape Architecture program at the University of Guelph\, graduate students completing the thesis portion of their degree convey their research findings at the annual MLA conference.  All are welcome to attend this free event.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/master-landscape-architecture-conference/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180321T160000
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SUMMARY:Winter Invertebrates
DESCRIPTION:Knowing what to look for and where to find these hidden creatures makes cold-weather expeditions far more enjoyable. During this half-day program\, we will search for goldenrod gallfly larvae and caterpillars that hide in burrs\, learn how woolly bears forecast the severity of winter’s blast\, and discover a great variety of other “bugs” that are surviving their most challenging season. \nRegister by March 13 to take advantage of the $55 early bird fee. After March 13\, registration is $65 per person. Maximum 18 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/winter-vertebrates/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180320T163000
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SUMMARY:The Art & Practice of Pruning
DESCRIPTION:This half-day indoor/outdoor practical workshop will teach you the principles of easy and correct pruning in the home landscape. We will cover how to choose the correct equipment and how to keep it sharp and clean.  Pruning techniques will be shown and practised on a variety of shrubs and small trees. This is a very popular course\, so register early! This session is presented by Arboretum horticultural staff Polly Samland. \nEarly Bird Fee: $55 before March 12 \nRegular Fee: $65 \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the early bird deadline\, the course may be cancelled. Maximum 16 adults per session.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/art-practice-pruning-2/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180305T211500
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SUMMARY:Planets\, Stars and Galaxies Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Examine everyday phenomena\, such as night and day\, seasons and the motions of the Earth\, planets and sun. \nRegister by Feb. 25 to take advantage of the $125 early bird fee. After Feb. 25\, registration is $140 per person. Maximum 30 adults per session. \nMarch 5\, 19 and 26 \nApril 2\, 9 and 16
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/planets-stars-and-galaxies-workshops/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T210946Z
UID:32392-1519131600-1519142400@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, you will learn about the variety of tree features that are useful for winter identification of deciduous trees. From bark to buds to leaf scars\, you will get hands-on experience in reading these winter clues to tree ID. \nWe will focus on native Ontario trees\, and we’ll spend part of the session outdoors\, so please dress for the weather! \nPresented by Arboretum director Shelley Hunt \nEarly Bird Fee: $55 by Feb. 12 \nRegular Fee: $65 \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the Early Bird deadline\, the course may be cancelled. Maximum 16 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/winter-tree-identification/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20180125T210742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T210742Z
UID:32390-1518181200-1518192000@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Basic DSLR Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please note this is one workshop that will take place on the two dates: you need to attend both the Feb. 9 and Feb. 23 sessions. \nAre you new to D-SLR photography? Are you unsure how to use the various settings and controls on a D-SLR camera? Then join us for these full-day workshops\, where we’ll look at how to get the most out of your camera. \nYou’ll learn about shutters\, apertures\, exposures\, using different lenses and zoom settings\, composition\, lighting and more. Part of this class will be outside\, where we’ll practice in the woods and meadows of the Arboretum\, so dress for the weather. \nBring your camera\, extra batteries\, warm gloves and be ready for two fun afternoons of photography. \nGuest Instructor: Sylvia Galbraith (www.sylviagalbraith.ca). \nEarly Bird Fee: $100 by February 1 \nRegular Fee: $110 \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the Early Bird deadline the course may be cancelled.  Maximum 18 adults. \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/basic-dslr-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20180125T211203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T211211Z
UID:32394-1517684400-1517689800@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl - Adults Only
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area. The introduction to this program will take place indoors\, but dress warmly in preparation for a walk outdoors. This program is for adults and teens age 14+. \nPresented by guest naturalist Wild Ontario staff \nFee:  $15 \nRegistration Deadline: Jan. 25 \nMaximum 25 people \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/owl-prowl-adults-2/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20180125T211341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T211341Z
UID:32397-1517598000-1517603400@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl - For families
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area. The introduction to this program will take place indoors\, but dress warmly in preparation for a walk outdoors. This program is for adults and children under 14. \nPresented by guest naturalist Wild Ontario staff.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/owl-prowl-families-2/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20171024T130244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T131751Z
UID:30325-1517130000-1517155200@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Animal Tracking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Study the tracks and signs of Ontario mammals and other types of wildlife. Learn to identify and interpret animal tracks by looking at foot morphology\, track patterns and gait analysis. \nRegister by Jan. 19 to take advantage of the $75 early bird fee. After Jan. 19\, registration is $85 per person. Maximum 18 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/animal-tracking-workshop/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Arboretum Centre 250 Arboretum Rd Guelph N1G 2W1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=250 Arboretum Rd:geo:-80.2167942,43.5399138
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20180125T211551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T211551Z
UID:32399-1517079600-1517085000@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl - For families
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area. The introduction to this program will take place indoors\, but dress warmly in preparation for a walk outdoors. This program is for adults and children under 14. \nPresented by guest naturalist Wild Ontario staff. \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/owl-prowl-families-3/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20180125T211731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T211731Z
UID:32401-1516993200-1516998600@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl - For adults
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the behaviour and adaptations of owls in the Guelph area.  The introduction to this program will take place indoors\, but dress warmly in preparation for a walk outdoors. This program is for adults and teens age 14+. \nPresented by guest naturalist Wild Ontario staff. \nFee: $15 by January 18 \nMaximum 25 people \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/owl-prowl-adults-3/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20171024T130536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T131823Z
UID:30327-1515747600-1515787200@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Owl Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use your eyes and ears to identify Ontario owls. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities\, you’ll learn about owl plumage\, calls\, behaviour\, habitat requirements\, migration patterns and folklore. The event includes an evening “Owl Prowl”. \nRegister by Jan. 4 to take advantage of the $95 early bird fee. After Jan. 4\, registration is $105 per person. Maximum 18 adults.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/owl-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20171123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20171123T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20171024T130922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T131455Z
UID:30329-1511461800-1511472600@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Selecting a First Telescope for Astronomy
DESCRIPTION:Make exploring the night sky a little less intimidating and a lot more exciting! The first two hours of this presentation will introduce the most common types of telescopes\, what they do\, how they do it\, and what you can expect to see. Some of the challenges to stargazing will be discussed\, such as light pollution and an unfamiliarity with the night sky\, and how these obstacles might be overcome. In the third hour\, participants will be invited to look at – and through – a selection of small telescopes to see what each of these instruments can do. \nGuest instructor: Trevor Chandler \nRegister by Nov. 15 to take advantage of our $55 early bird fee. After Nov. 15\, registration is $65 per person. Maximum 30 adults. \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the early bird deadline the course may be cancelled.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/selecting-a-first-telescope-for-astronomy/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20171117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20171117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20171024T131331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T131405Z
UID:30331-1510909200-1510934400@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Gull Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop has been designed to help you develop your skills in the identification of wintering gulls. Through a variety of hands-on activities\, you will learn about gull plumage\, size differences\, bill shapes and behaviours of 13 different gull species. We will also discuss the best places to watch gulls and how some gull species have adapted to the urban environment. \nPresented by Arboretum naturalist: Chris Earley \nRegister by Nov. 9 to take advantage of the $75 early bird fee. Registrations after Nov. 9 are $85 per person. Maximum 18 adults. \nNote: If we don’t have enough registrations by the early bird deadline the course may be cancelled.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/gull-workshop/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20171005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20171005T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20170918T230321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170918T230321Z
UID:29581-1507226400-1507226400@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Connecting to Conservation in Canada
DESCRIPTION:This panel event featuring esteemed speakers with expertise in environmental issues will help the audience reflect on the strengths\, challenges and opportunities for conservation in Canada. Moderated by Judy Maddren M.S.M\, CBC Journalist and U of G alumna\, the panelists include: \n\nElizabeth May – MP and Leader of the Green Party of Canada\nDavid Miller – President and CEO of World Wildlife Fund – Canada\nDr. Faisal Moola – Director General\, Ontario and Canada’s North\, David Suzuki Foundation\nJohn Cutfeet – Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug First Nation
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/connecting-conservation-canada/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20170824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20170824T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T212403
CREATED:20170816T145901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170816T145921Z
UID:28867-1503579600-1503583200@news.uoguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Celebration of Life of Founding CBS Dean
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of life of Prof. Keith Ronald\, founding dean of the College of Biological Science\, will be held on his birthday\, Aug. 24\, at 1 p.m. at the Arboretum\, University of Guelph. All are welcome.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/celebration-life-founding-cbs-dean/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Homepage
GEO:43.5399138;-80.2167942
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