Learn All About Nature, Show Your Creative Side, or Volunteer for Trail Work!
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Spotlight On:
 ARTISTS WANTED FOR
EXPRESSIONS OF NATURE
September 12 – Register by August 16
Last week to
apply! Seeking various types of artists to interpret the natural and
garden environment: watercolor, oils, acrylics, photography, sculpture,
etc. Artists will be stationed around the grounds during the event. Bring
your easel and supplies and create art based on the arboretum and its
many plants during the course of the event. As you work, speak with
visitors about your technique and sell your pieces, if desired. Apply here!
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Look What's Coming:
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Virtual Lunch & Learn: The Story of
Tulips
August 19
Did you know
that tulips used to be worth more than gold? Discover the amazing history
and botany of this garden favorite in an engaging virtual presentation. Check it out!
Cost: $10
per person. Preregistration required.
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Adopt-A-Trail—Trail Fun
Series Volunteer Trail Work
Saturday, August 21
Expect to
get dirty and have a ton of fun learning hands-on trail building and
maintenance techniques for a brand-new trail proposed by JORBA at Tourne
County Park. Bring gloves, something to drink, and wear sturdy
footwear suitable for doing trail work outside. Trail work is hard
work, but very rewarding. Nothing beats hiking, running, cycling,
or walking on a trail that you had a hand in constructing! Click here to learn more!
Cost:
FREE. Preregistration is required.
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 FOREST BATHING WITH RICH COLLINS, ANFT
GUIDE
August 21 – Bamboo Brook Outdoor
Education Center
August 22 – Frelinghuysen Arboretum
Enjoy a
combination of Japanese-inspired walking, meditation, mindfulness, and
wellness promotion, guided by an expert. Wear comfortable shoes for
walking. More info here.
Cost: $20
per person. Preregistration is required.
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 CREEPY CRAWLIES
August 24
Discover how
important creepy crawlies are in our world and the differences
between insects and spiders. Then we will head outside to find where
these critters live and the signs they leave behind. We're sure to
make some interesting finds! Learn more.
Cost: $5 per
child. Preregistration is required.
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