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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T093000
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UID:14203-1789810200-1789822800@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:🌳 Be Part of Guelph’s Next Forest! 🌳 \n\nJoin Trees for Guelph\, OPIRG\, and local volunteers for a rewarding day of tree planting and community action. \nThis spring\, we took the first steps toward transforming a small meadow into a thriving future forest. Now we’re back to continue the journey\, planting native trees\, shrubs\, and perennials that will provide shade\, habitat\, cleaner air\, and beauty for years to come. \nGet your hands dirty\, learn about local native species\, and discover how to properly plant and care for young trees. No experience is necessary and all tools and materials are provided. \nBring: a water bottle\, snack\, and work gloves.\nWear: sturdy footwear and clothing suitable for the weather. We plant rain or shine! \nParking and washrooms are available beside the Splash Pad off Kortright Rd. W. or at University Village Park off Ironwood Rd. Follow the trail to the planting area. \nTogether\, we’re growing a healthier\, greener Guelph\, one tree at a time. \nNo registration required \nAll ages welcome.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/community-tree-planting/
LOCATION:Hanlon Creek Park\, 505 Kortright Rd W\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 0A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T113000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
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UID:11850-1789812000-1789817400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Listen to the Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for an Enchanting Storytelling Event at Enabling Gardens! \nGet ready for a magical day at the Enabling Gardens where The Superhero for Trees will make a special appearance! \nLearn how to listen to the trees through the lens of Indigenous stories\, songs with a gift to The Ash. There will be an art activity for children of all ages with a piece to take home. We suggest a blanket for children and your chair for adults. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nEpic Tale of the Ash Tree: Immerse yourself in the captivating story of the Ash tree\, a symbol of tenacity and courage. Discover its incredible journey of self-preservation against all odds\, and the wisdom it has gathered as the riverside flourished around it.\nInteractive Art Activity: Unleash your creativity with a fun art activity! Children of all ages and their families will have the chance to create their own masterpiece to take home as a cherished memory.\n\nBring your imagination and join us for a day filled with storytelling\, creativity\, and nature’s wonders. We can’t wait to see you there! \nAfter the storytelling\, explore the Enchanted Fairyland Art and Nature Festival in the Guelph Enabling Garden. \nThis family friendly event is hosted by the Guelph Storytellers Guild. \nRain or shine event. If raining meet under the picnic shelter. \nNo registration required. \n  \n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/talking-about-trees/
LOCATION:Guelph Enabling Garden\, 709 Woolwich St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 3Y8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Guelph Storytellers Guid":MAILTO:guelphstory@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260818T132743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T132933Z
UID:14270-1789862400-1790467199@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Guelph Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Be inspired by trees on the page and in the landscape.\n\n\nCelebrate trees through art and storytelling. A specially selected reading list of tree-inspired books will be available\, and most library branches will feature a collection of titles exploring trees in nature\, culture\, science\, and history.\nBorrow a book\, discover a new perspective\, and be inspired before or after your visit.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/guelph-public-library/
LOCATION:Guelph Public Library\, 100 Norfolk St\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 0A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260818T133319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T201754Z
UID:14273-1789902000-1789905600@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Guided Tree Walks | Walk #1
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Trees at Yorklands with 2 Guided walks detailing the close connections to our pollinators. \nWe will hang quotes and poems on the heritage trees along the driveway for other walkers to enjoy during Forest week. \nDo you have a favorite to hang there? \nAll attendees will get a ticket for an original Yorklands painting to be drawn at our Artspiration autumn show. \nBring a sketchbook and join in the Plein Air session. \n  \nWalks start at 11am & 2pm.  \nAll ages welcome. \nMeet at the entrance 735 York Rd East. Bus stop at the gate. \nNo washrooms on site \nSponsors: Yorklands Green Hub\, Pollination Guelph\, Guelph Urban Forest Friends\, and Guelph Tree Trust
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/guided-tree-walks/
LOCATION:785 York Road Guelph\, 785 York Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 0A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
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UID:14209-1789902000-1789920000@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Plein Air with Tree Walk
DESCRIPTION:Yorklands Green Hub is pleased to welcome artists of all skill levels to a special Plein Air event celebrating the beauty of trees! \n\nPlein air (French for “open air”) is the practice of creating art outdoors\, allowing artists to capture the natural light\, colours\, and atmosphere of a landscape directly from observation. \nJoin us for a day of inspiration among the trees as we explore\, sketch\, paint\, and create in nature. \nPlease note: \n\nThere are no washroom facilities on site; however\, commercial facilities are available nearby.\nPlease bring all of your own art supplies\, seating\, and refreshments.\nDress appropriately for the weather and be prepared to work outdoors.\n\nWhether you are an experienced plein air artist or trying outdoor painting for the first time\, we look forward to seeing your creativity come to life at Yorklands Green Hub! \nMeet at the front gate of the Old Reformatory\, 785 York Road\, Guelph \nAudience: Adults
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/plein-air-with-tree-walk/
LOCATION:785 York Road Guelph\, 785 York Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 0A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260810T151228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T131042Z
UID:14206-1789909200-1789920000@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Mini Forest Tour
DESCRIPTION:Step into a Backyard Forest!\n\nWhat if a backyard could become a forest? Inspired by the Miyawaki Method developed in Japan in the 1970s\,\nthis downtown Guelph homeowner planted roughly 250 native trees and shrubs within just 72 square metres in fall 2021.\n\nIn only a few years\, the space has grown into a thriving mini forest\, demonstrating how even the smallest urban lots can help\nrestore biodiversity and create pockets of nature in the heart of the city.\n\nThe homeowner will lead guided tours\nEvent goes rain or shine\nFree on-street parking\n\nFamily friendly\n\nNo registration required
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/mini-forest-tour/
LOCATION:34 Dublin St S\, 34 Dublin St S\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 0A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260826T201417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T201803Z
UID:14346-1789912800-1789916400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Guided Tree Walks | Walk #2
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Trees at Yorklands with 2 Guided walks detailing the close connections to our pollinators. \nWe will hang quotes and poems on the heritage trees along the driveway for other walkers to enjoy during Forest week. \nDo you have a favorite to hang there? \nAll attendees will get a ticket for an original Yorklands painting to be drawn at our Artspiration autumn show. \nBring a sketchbook and join in the Plein Air session. \n  \nWalks start at 11am & 2pm.  \nAll ages welcome. \nMeet at the entrance 735 York Rd East. Bus stop at the gate. \nNo washrooms on site \nSponsors: Yorklands Green Hub\, Pollination Guelph\, Guelph Urban Forest Friends\, and Guelph Tree Trust
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/guided-tree-walks-walk-2/
LOCATION:785 York Road Guelph\, 785 York Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 0A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260810T153457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T144700Z
UID:14222-1790067600-1790078400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Seed Collection Event
DESCRIPTION:Help Grow the Forests of Tomorrow \n\nJoin us for a hands-on seed collection workshop and be part of a local effort to grow the next generation of forests. Hosted in partnership with the Ignatius Jesuit Centre and the Green Legacy Programme\, this engaging three-hour experience will teach you how to identify\, collect\, and steward native tree seeds from our local landscape. Following a short presentation\, you’ll head outdoors on a guided seed collection walk to put your new skills into practice. The seeds you collect won’t just end up in a jar\, they’ll be nurtured into saplings at the Green Legacy nursery and planted throughout Wellington County\, helping create healthier\, greener communities for years to come. \nFamily friendly
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/seed-collection-event/
LOCATION:Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, 5420 Hwy 6 N\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260922T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260807T184925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T130814Z
UID:14181-1790103600-1790110800@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:A Sustainable Urban Forest for Guelph: Pathways to the Future
DESCRIPTION:Join a dynamic panel of local experts for an engaging discussion on the future of Guelph’s urban forest.\nDiscover how cutting-edge technology is helping map\, monitor\, and grow the urban forest\, while learning about the invasive insects and diseases that threaten its future. Whether you’re a homeowner\, gardener\, environmental enthusiast\, or simply curious about the trees around you\, you’ll gain valuable insights into how we can all contribute to a greener\, healthier city. \n\nStay for an interactive Q&A session and enter our prize draw for trees and other exciting giveaways! \n\nLearn more about; \n\nThreats to Guelph’s trees from pests and diseases\nHow the City of Guelph’s Tree Management Plan and new Tree By-law will protect and grow our city’s tree canopy.\n\nPresenters and panelists: \n\nBrian Aukema\, Professor and Camerson Chair in Ecological Pest Management University of Guelph\, School of Environmental Sciences\nJay Cranstone\, City of Guelph Natural Areas Stewardship Technologist\nKristen Grittani\, City of Guelph Forester\nModerator: Alison Morrison\, Manager of Horticulture\, The Arboretum\n\nTHIS EVENT IS FREE BUT DONATIONS ARE WELCOME in support of the renovation of the Arboretum Nature Centre. \nDoors open at 6:30 pm \nNo registration required \nSponors: \n  \n\n                       
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/a-sustainable-urban-forest-for-guelph-pathways-to-the-future/
LOCATION:University of Guelph – Arboretum\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260810T140242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T130625Z
UID:14199-1790164800-1790168400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Noon Hour Walk
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Noon Hour Walk \nTake a midweek break and join us for a refreshing walk! \nJoin an Arboretum Interpretive Naturalist as they guide you through an interactive walk through the Arboretum’s collections and natural areas\, focusing on the natural history of forest trees. \nWalks start at The Hales McKay Shelter\, beside the main parking lot for the Arboretum Centre\, at 12:15pm\, every Wednesday. \nWhat to bring: Curiosity and comfy shoes! \nfor more information: Wednesday Walks | The Arboretum \nFamily Friendly – All ages welcome \nSponsor: Arboretum\, University of Guelph
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/noon-hour-walk/
LOCATION:ON
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260810T153245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T144733Z
UID:14220-1790240400-1790251200@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Restoring the Understory
DESCRIPTION:Beneath the Canopy: Restoring the Heart of the Forest \n\nStep beyond the trees and discover the hidden layer that powers healthy forests. This hands-on workshop will take you into the fascinating world of the forest understory\, where native wildflowers\, shrubs\, and young trees provide food and shelter for countless species. Learn how to spot and manage invasive plants\, support native biodiversity\, and apply practical restoration techniques that strengthen the health of your woodlot. \nWhether you’re a landowner\, gardener\, or conservation enthusiast\, you’ll gain valuable tools and inspiration to become a steward of healthier\, more resilient forests. \nFamily friendly \nNo registration required.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/restoring-the-understory/
LOCATION:Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, 5420 Hwy 6 N\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260810T135555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T125518Z
UID:14195-1790278200-1790283600@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Tree Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Forest Bingo Night! \nHosted by Green Drinks Guelph & Nature Guelph \nJoin us for an evening of fun\, facts\, and forest-themed bingo at the cozy Red Chevron Club – 34 Elizabeth St\, Guelph \nCash Bar\nPrizes to be won!\nNature trivia & surprises \nWhether you’re a nature nerd or just bingo-curious\, this is your chance to mingle\, learn\, and laugh in great company. \nBring your friends and your forest smarts! \nNo registration required.\nAudience: 19 + \n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/tree-bingo-3/
LOCATION:Red Chevron Club\, 34 Elizabeth St\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Guelph":MAILTO:info@natureguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260810T152314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T125306Z
UID:14213-1790355600-1790362800@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Beaver Walk
DESCRIPTION:Follow the Trail of Nature’s Engineers\n\nEver wondered what happens when beavers take charge of a landscape?\nJoin Julianna van Adrichem for a fascinating guided walk along Marden Creek at the Ignatius Jesuit Centre \nand discover the incredible impact of these hardworking ecosystem builders. \nWe’ll search for lodges\, dams\, chew marks\, and other signs of activity while learning how beavers help reduce flooding\, improve habitat\, and support biodiversity.\nWhether you’re a nature enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable evening outdoors\, you’ll leave with a newfound appreciation for one of Canada’s most remarkable wildlife species.\nFamily friendly\, one child per adult. (Children are free) \nWHAT TO EXPECT: \n\nDistance: Approximately 3-5 km walking\nTerrain: Uneven terrain with some rocks and roots\, and some wet spots\nTrail Difficulty: Easy/Moderate\nWashrooms: none\nThis event is family-friendly.\nThis event is NOT dog-friendly.\nDress for the weather.\nParking: lots available\n\n\nRegistration required at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beaver-walk-forest-week-2026-tickets-1996175140581?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true\nSponsors: Nature Guelph and Beavers Canada \n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/beaver-walk/
LOCATION:Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, 5420 Hwy 6 N\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Guelph":MAILTO:info@natureguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T163000
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260810T140743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T125003Z
UID:14201-1790424000-1790440200@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Roots and Renewal Festival at Ignatius Jesuit Centre
DESCRIPTION:Roots & Renewal is a free community celebration of all that has grown at Ignatius Jesuit Centre over the past year!\nJoin us on Saturday\, September 26\, from 12:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the Farm Square for an afternoon of wagon rides\, tree planting\, local food from Community FEWD\, a pop-up market hosted by The Hive\, family activities\, demonstrations\, and opportunities to connect with the people and organizations helping bring our mission of Care for Our Common Home to life. As part of the Guelph Urban Forest Friends‘ celebration of National Forest Week\, you’ll also have the opportunity to help plant trees that will benefit future generations while learning about the importance of healthy forests and local ecosystems. \n Whether you’re discovering Ignatius Jesuit Centre for the first time or returning as part of the community\, Roots & Renewal is a chance to explore the land\, celebrate the season\, and enjoy a welcoming afternoon together. \nAdmission is free\, and everyone is welcome. \nNo registration required \nInfo at: https://rootsandrenewal.ca/
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/roots-and-renewal-festival-at-ignatius-jesuit-centre/
LOCATION:Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, 5420 Hwy 6 N\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260926T154500
DTSTAMP:20260827T070108
CREATED:20260814T132939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T124724Z
UID:14239-1790426700-1790437500@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Demo Tree Planting at Roots and Renewal
DESCRIPTION:A tree’s journey to a long\, healthy life begins the moment it is planted. \n\nJoin Master Gardener Robert Pavlis as he shares the secrets to successful tree planting\, from preparing the perfect planting site and handling the tree with care to proper staking\, support\, and essential early maintenance.\nLearn how to give your newly planted tree the best possible start and help it thrive for generations to come.\n\n\nThe festival grounds will be set up at the Farm workshop\, with tables\, food\, a market etc.  From there folks can take a wagon ride to a tree planting site. That’s where we will be conducting the demonstrations throughout the day.\n\n There will be a demo at 12:45\, 1:45\, 2:45 and 3:45. Each group of people will have the chance to plant. \n\nThere  will be signs posted along the main driveway for the event and also a sign with a wagon ride schedule.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/demo-tree-planting-at-roots-and-renewal/
LOCATION:Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, 5420 Hwy 6 N\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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