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by ravi | Jul 10, 2026
ON-SITE | Wednesday, September 11, 10 am – 12 pm American gardeners and nature lovers are not the only people hoping to address through plants climate change and biodiversity loss on our planet. There are conversations, debates, research, and actions taking place on...
by ravi | Jul 10, 2026
ON-SITE | Two Sessions: Saturdays, September 14 and 21, 9 am – 3:30 pm Move beyond the traditional nature photos by learning and practicing how to create stunning impressions and abstracts. We will explore a dozen techniques that will take you from “nice” photographs...
by ravi | Jul 10, 2026
ON-SITE | Saturday, September 14, 1 – 4 pm Join staff from the Hemlock Restoration Initiative on a 2.5-mile hike showcasing the hemlock trees along the Arboretum trails. We’ll discuss the importance of our native hemlocks and the threat they face from the invasive...
by ravi | Jul 10, 2026
ON-SITE | Tuesday, September 3, 9 – 10:30 am The Blue Ridge Mountains is one of the best places to see migrating songbirds, especially Warblers, and they are sure to be moving in September. Bring your binoculars to explore the area’s avian bounty. Open to beginning...
by ravi | Jul 10, 2026
ON-SITE | Two Sessions: Thursdays, September 5 and 12, 2 – 3:30 pm Contrary to Shakespeare’s popular saying of the “inconstant moon,” the Moon has been a remarkably stable and a faithful companion for the Earth for most of its history. It’s added light to our nights,...
by ravi | Jul 10, 2026
ON-SITE | Thursday, September 5, 6-7:30 pm During this book talk, participants will have the opportunity to listen to Diane read portions of her book, ask questions, and have their book signed. Book sales will be available before and after the event and participants...
