Bigger Picture Series: Indigenous Entrepreneurship
The Bigger Picture Series is the Wood Centre's Flagship event where we bring guest speakers to campus to tackle challenges or innovative topics within industry to inspire the next generation
In Person: Virtual Bird ID
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaWhy not take your birding to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures
In Person: Virtual Bird ID
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaWhy not take your birding to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures
One Health Research & Poster Day
One Health Research and Poster Day is a chance to learn about One Health at the University of Guelph! Attendees will hear about One Health research from both students and faculty. Current students from the Bachelor of One Health program, and alumni of the Collaborative Specialization in One Health graduate program, will speak about their
In Person: Virtual Bird ID
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaWhy not take your birding to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures
In Person: Virtual Bird ID
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaWhy not take your birding to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures
Howls and Growls in The Arboretum Family Program (In-Person)
The Halloween season is here, and we at The Arboretum are excited to introduce a spooky new program! Ever wondered what might be behind those strange bumps in the night? Join us for an evening hike as we explore the mysterious sounds of the forest—from squeaks and screeches to howls and growls—that you might hear
2024 Smart Villages Symposium
Join us for the 2024 Smart Villages Symposium! We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Smart Villages Symposium (SVS) on October 2 at the University of Guelph, Arboretum Centre. This
In-Person: Eco-Art Therapy
This full-day, immersive Eco-art therapy session is aimed at providing an experience where you will interact with and share nature-based experiences to help bring hope, resilience, and positivity in your
Shinrin – Yoku Walk (In-person)
Inspired by Shinrin-Yoku, a Japanese term that translates into “Forest Bathing” in English, discover a gentle way of moving mindfully through nature. Led by Canada's Forest Therapy Guide and Trainer,
Arboretum Expo: Tree Day! + Plant Sale
A community celebration of trees and the many exciting things happening in the Arboretum lands! Join us for tours of the grounds, trails, gardens, research projects, tree climbing demonstrations, and
Trees. Listen
Kicking off Arboretum Expo Weekend 2024, The Arboretum presents the world premiere of a new composition for harp! Trees. Listen by Sharlene Wallace and Frank Horvat is inspired by Dr.
Family Pond Study (In-person)
Discover the hidden wonders of pond life with our Family-oriented Pond Study! This aquatic adventure is perfect for parents and kids alike, offering a hands-on exploration of the fascinating creatures
Hunters, Fishers and Trappers: The Amazing Life of Spiders (In-person)
In this day-long workshop, participants learn about the fascinating life stories and identification tips about our most important invertebrate predators, the spider. Participants will venture outside for part of the
A Nation’s Table Documentary Premiere
Ask a farmer, a fisher, a chef and a home cook to define 'Canadian food' and you'll get four different answers. After all, the food found in Canada is as diverse as the people who live here. A brand new documentary short film, A Nation's Table, explores the life's work of Anita Stewart, the "patron
Identification and Biology of Butterflies (In-person)
This workshop has been designed to educate participants about butterflies and how to identify them in the wild. Topics covered include, butterfly natural history, capture techniques, field identification, tagging, migration,
Ontario Insects (In-person)
This workshop introduces participants to all the major groups of insects in Ontario with a focus on how to recognize major groups or families, with special reference to the common
Dragonflies and Damselflies (In-person)
Ontario is home to over 150 species of Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies), many of which are common in the Guelph area. Most species can be identified with a field guide
Tree Identification Workshop (In-person)
This full-day program helps participants refine their skills to identify trees in Ontario. The focus of the workshop is on learning the important identification characteristics of difficult tree groups such
Birdwatching Hike (in-person)
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