Dragonflies and Damselflies
Ontario is home to 150 species of Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies), many of which are common in the Guelph area. Participants learn about these beautiful creatures, their fascinating lives and discover why they are an important part of our ecosystem. This workshop includes an outdoor component of catching and identifying the dragonflies of the Arboretum.
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
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Arboretum Wednesday Night Walks – It’s Getting Hot In Here
Climate change is a hot topic being passed around these days but are we being directly affected even though we’re not in the Arctic or near an ocean? Discover how
Arboretum Wednesday Night Walks – Mother Bird Knows Nest
Once upon a time there were three little birds. One bird made its nest out of sticks, the second made theirs out of moss, and the third made theirs out
Arboretum Wednesday Night Walks – Community and Symbiosis
Every living thing, both plants and animals alike, belong to a community and are constantly interacting with one another. Some of these interactions are friendly, while some not so much.
Arboretum Wednesday Night Walk
Join us for our weekly summer walk in the Arboretum. Cost is $2 per person with children under five free. This week’s topic is I’m lichen it. Contact arbor@uoguelph.ca.
Arboretum Wednesday Night Walk
Join us for our weekly summer walk in the Arboretum. Cost is $2 per person with children under five free. This week’s topic is Milkweed… it’s not just for Monarchs.