In-Person Pond Workshop
Ponds teem with a diversity of prey and predators that conduct their lives largely unseen below the surface. The online portion of this workshop will introduce you to some of these fascinating animals. The importance of vernal pools will be highlighted. These temporary ponds are crucial to the reproductive success of various creatures including wood
Owl Prowl (families)
Discover how to use your eyes and ears to identify Ontario's Owls. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities participants will learn about owl plumage, calls and behaviour, habitat requirements, migration patterns, and owl folklore. We'll end the evening with an outdoor owl prowl on The Arboretum grounds. The Adults only program is for adults
Owl Prowl (families)
Discover how to use your eyes and ears to identify Ontario's Owls. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities participants will learn about owl plumage, calls and behaviour, habitat requirements, migration patterns, and owl folklore. We'll end the evening with an outdoor owl prowl on The Arboretum grounds. The Adults only program is for adults
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreJoin us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreJoin us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreJoin us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreJoin us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreJoin us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreJoin us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
Join us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
Arboretum Workshop: Wednesday Evening Walks
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreJoin us each Wednesday for the months of June, July and August at the J.C. Nature Center (Arboretum, University of Guelph) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to explore different aspects of the world around us! Cost is $2 per person and free for kids under 5. June 29: Putting Down Roots - Join us as
In-Person Plein Air Painting
Mask (medical grade or higher), proof of vaccination and screening required to attend this event. Spend the afternoon plein air painting with watercolour artist Candice Leyland. Candice will show you her approach to painting landscapes outdoors and inspire you to create your own unique paintings of the Arboretum grounds. Students will have plenty of opportunity
Owls: A Who’s Whoo in Ontario
Masks, proof of vaccination and screening required to attend this event. Instructor: Chris Earley Discover how to use your eyes and ears to identify Ontario's Owls. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities participants will learn about owl plumage, calls and behaviour, habitat requirements, migration patterns, and owl folklore. The day will be spent learning
Owls: A Who’s Whoo in Ontario
Masks, proof of vaccination and screening required to attend this event. Instructor: Chris Earley Discover how to use your eyes and ears to identify Ontario's owls. Through a wide variety of hands-on activities participants will learn about owl plumage, calls and behaviour, habitat requirements, migration patterns and owl folklore. The day will be spent learning
Arboretum Workshop: Winter Invertebrates – Cold and Spineless
In winter’s frigid grasp, insects, spiders and other invertebrates seem to vanish from the surface of the earth. Knowing what to look for and where to find these hidden creatures make 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
Arboretum Workshop: Winter Tree Identification
J.C. Taylor Nature Interpretive CentreNo leaves? No problem! 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. We will focus on native Ontario trees, and we’ll be spending
Arboretum Workshop: Winter Landscape Watercolour Painting
Winter landscapes do not have to be bleak and boring. Learn how to paint expressive and vibrant winter landscapes in watercolour with artist Candice Leyland. Explore a variety of ways to paint glistening snow and ice using the Canadian winter landscapes as inspiration. All materials provided. Guest Instructor: Candice Leyland Registration: Early Bird Fee: $60
Arboretum Workshop: Animal Tracking
Have you ever wondered what made those marks in the snow? In this full-day program we will learn how to track animals. We will study the tracks and signs of Ontario mammals and other types of wildlife. By the end of the day you will learn to identify and interpret animal tracks by looking at
Arboretum Workshop: Introduction to Watercolour Painting
Learn the basics of watercolour painting in this fun and relaxed four-week class. Students will learn a variety of techniques to help them build confidence painting in this amazing medium
Arboretum Workshop: Jewellery Making with Natural Materials
In this workshop, we will create jewellery pieces with the inspiration of nature. Learn to create something beautiful with treasures you find on the forest floor! All materials and tools