Virtual (Zoom) Tree Identification
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaDo you love trees but can’t tell an ash from a walnut, a birch from a beech, or a spruce from a fir? Are you looking to connect more with the natural world around you? Join Shelley Hunt, U of G course instructor and former director of the Arboretum, for a virtual, interactive tree identification
Animal Rehabilitation Day 7 – What to do when you find a baby coyote or fox
Join us over the lunch hour for the seventh session in this wildlife education series! How to handle finding a baby fox or coyote. Learn how to detect if they need your help, and the proper precautions to take when you come across these species. We will go through their natural history, what a healthy
In-Person: Birdwatching Hike
Spring has sprung, and there's no better time for birdwatching at The Arboretum! Migratory birds are making their way north from their tropical winter destinations, and our feathered residents have romance on the brain. Come on out for a walk around the Arb in search of whatever birds the day may provide. This is a
Animal Rehabilitation Day 6 – What to do when you find a baby squirrel or chipmunk
Join us over the lunch hour for the sixth session in this wildlife education series! How to handle finding a baby squirrel or chipmunk. Learn how to detect if they need your help. We will go through their natural history (did you know chipmunks don’t nest in trees??), what a healthy versus unhealthy baby looks
Animal Rehabilitation Day 5 – What to do when you find a baby opossum
Join us over the lunch hour for the fifth session in this wildlife education series! How to handle finding a baby opossum. Learn how to detect if they need your help (unlike other species, the babies stay with their mum for a while!) We will go through their natural history, what a healthy versus unhealthy
In-Person Plein Air Painting in Watercolour
Attention Watercolour Artists! Learn to take your watercolours outside and capture simple landscapes by what you see. Candice will show techniques to create beautiful compositions, how to draw quickly and simplify what you see to create beautiful plein air paintings. Supply List will be emailed. Registrants must be age 14+. Supplies: Your favourite Watercolour Supplies
In-Person Nature Journalling
Learn how to use a variety of art supplies to create your own nature journal. Artist Candice Leyland will show inspiration, techniques and get you started capturing inspiration in your own nature journal. Great for all levels. Registrants must be age 12+. Bring: your own Sketchbook and Drawing Materials (whatever you are comfortable using, Pencil
Animal Rehabilitation Day 4 – What to do when you find a baby raccoon or skunk
Join us over the lunch hour for the fourth session in this wildlife education series! How to handle finding a baby skunk or raccoon. Learn how to detect if they need your help, and the proper precautions to take when handling these rabies vector species. We will go through their natural history, what a healthy
In-Person: Wonderful Spring Wildflowers Workshop
We’ll be exploring The Arboretum grounds, including the nature reserve, in search of beautiful spring ephemerals. The different habitats found in The Arboretum should allow us to find a variety of spring ephemerals. This in-person session should provide participants with the opportunity to practice identification skills learned in the virtual session. Fee: $60 (plus HST)
Animal Rehabilitation Day 3 – What to do when you find a duckling or gosling (baby waterfowl).
Join us over the lunch hour for the third session in this wildlife education series! How to handle finding a baby duck or goose. Learn how to detect if they need your help, and the proper precautions to take for preventing the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). We will go through their natural
In-Person: Birdwatching Hike
Spring has sprung, and there's no better time for birdwatching at The Arboretum! Migratory birds are making their way north from their tropical winter destinations, and our feathered residents have romance on the brain. Come on out for a walk around the Arb in search of whatever birds the day may provide. This is a
ONLINE: Virtual Wonderful Spring Wildflower Workshop
This session will introduce you to the beautiful world of wildflowers. We’ll cover identification features of spring ephemerals, along with taking a closer look at species that are common to the Guelph area. We’ll also touch on spring ephemeral natural history, lore, and helpful resources. Fee: $10 (plus HST) per person. Phone: 519-824-4120 Ext. 52113.
Virtual Animal Rehabilitation Day 2 – What to do when you find a baby songbird
Join us over the lunch hour for the second session in this wildlife education series! How to handle finding a baby songbird. Learn how to detect if they need your help (is it just a fledgling learning to fly or is it a hatchling or nestling in need?) We will go through their natural history,
Virtual (Zoom) Watercolour Plein Air Painting Talk
Plein Air painting, simply means to paint outside. Learn how to bring your paints outside and create your ideal plein air set up. Candice will talk about art supplies and share tips and tricks from her adventures plein air painting around Ontario. She will also demonstrate her approach to simplifying the landscape quickly and expressively
Virtual Plein Air Painting Talk
Plein Air painting simply means to paint outside. Learn how to bring your paints outside and create your ideal plein air set up. Candice will talk about art supplies and share tips and tricks from her adventures plein air painting around Ontario. She will also demonstrate her approach to simplifying the landscape quickly and expressively
Virtual Animal Rehabilitation Day 1 – What to do when you find a baby rabbit
Been outside and encountered a baby wild animal? Don’t know what to do or if it needs help?? Join us over the lunch hour for a session on how to handle finding a baby wild rabbit. Learn how to detect if they need your help. We will go through their natural history, what a healthy
In-Person: Sensational Snakes
Snakes are often misunderstood and maligned. We would love to change the negative perception of these animals by teaching the truth about them. Please join us at this workshop and learn to identify and understand our native Ontario species of snakes. We will cover their habits, ranges and habitats. Live specimens will be available to
Observation Session (In-Person) and Virtual Constellation “Walks”
We’ll look at a few of the objects that were discussed over the virtual winter sessions making use of a large telescope and Night Vision hardware that can be used to make very faint objects appear much brighter. The observing event is very much weather dependent so there will be a rain date (or two…).*
In-Person: Terrific Turtles
We have 8 different amazing species of turtles in Ontario, but a frightening fact is that all 8 of these species are listed as ‘at risk’ in our province. Come and take advantage of the opportunity to meet live specimens of many of these species and learn about their individual habits and skills for surviving
ONLINE: Virtual (Zoom) Constellation “Walk”
Learning the night sky is like getting to know a new neighbourhood. At first, it may seem big and confusing, but as you strike out and become more and more familiar with prominent landmarks, the day comes when you realize that the neighbourhood is no longer new. It’s home. Join us for monthly sessions as