The Arboretum at the University of Guelph is offering nature walks until Aug. 31 on Wednesday evenings beginning at 7pm.
Most programs will be one and a half hours long. Walkers should meet at the J.C. Taylor Centre at 7pm to begin the walk. The fee is $2 but children under 5 are free.
June 1 – Ephemeros
“All go to the same place; all come from dust, and to dust all return.” Join in for a walk through the Arboretum and explore the different aspects of nature that come and pass away – may it remind walkers to truly cherish what they have before it’s gone.
June 8 – Insect inspectors
The Wednesday night walks are aligned with when insects are most prevalent. But rather than immediately shoo-ing insects off or flattening them, come and discover the diversity and biology of these most-hated and even feared creatures.
June 15 – Anatom-tree
Trees stand still for ages and ages, occasionally swaying in the wind, and are often neglected and under-appreciated.
But in fact, they are incredibly complex as stand alone monuments, specially designed with unique and fascinating features.
This Wednesday, walkers will take a closer look at the different parts of a tree, and learn why they are such amazing organisms.
June 22 – Stop and smell the wild roses
Carnations, hydrangea and roses are just a few of the many beloved flowers seen regularly, but how about the buttercup, the American dog violet, and the bittersweet nightshade? A whole and completely different world of blooming plants wait to be loved at the Arboretum.
June 29 – Buffet for birds
The Arboretum is a place filled to the brim with a plethora of food options – but the catch is, it’s not all served in a line – rather birds have to go and find it.
For more information call the Arboretum at 519-824-4120 extension 52113 or 52363.
