In recognition of National Forest Week (September 17-23), many events are being held by Guelph-based organizations. This is a free live-only event. Trees are vital for supporting life on earth and converting solar energy into biomass for human and animal use. In their natural state, they self-organize into layers, attracting wildlife and encoding information into …

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Join Nature Guelph Wildflower Society, Pollination Guelph and The Arboretum for a National Forest Week event. Trees and forests are the foundation of biodiversity on our planet. Join Interpretive Biologist Chris Earley as he explores forests and the staggering number of species to be found in them. There will be nature displays and doorprizes! Sponsored …

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In recognition of National Forest Week (September 17-23), many events are being held by Guelph-based organizations. We will hang poems and quotes on our heritage trees along the Blue Dot Trail. Bring your own poems or others ready to hang. entrance at 785 York Rd East. Parking York Road West of gate. Transit: York Rd …

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In recognition of National Forest Week (September 17-23), many events are being held by Guelph-based organizations. Our weekly Wednesday Walk will focus on trees in honour of Forest Week! Open to all ages and fitness levels. Meet at: Arboretum Campus Entrance (gray kiosk) For more information: arb.naturalist@uoguelph.ca  

In recognition of National Forest Week (September 17-23), many events are being held by Guelph-based organizations. The Ignatius Old-Growth Forest Project has developed programming for every age group, but we think the adults have been missing out on some amazing, fun activities! Come join us in a participatory nature walk designed to get you moving …

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In recognition of National Forest Week (September 17-23), many events are being held by Guelph-based organizations. Community planting to install second half of Mini-Forest (modeled after/inspired by the Miyawaki method) All ages are welcome Presented by: City of Guelph, Green Communities Canada, Network of Nature, Network of Nature/Dougan and Associates For more information: stewardship@guelph.ca The …

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In recognition of National Forest Week (September 17-23), many events are being held by Guelph-based organizations.  Tree walk in Downtown Guelph "How to Read a Tree's Life Story" with focus on how to plant city trees for optimal health, success and longevity. Suitable for all all ages and fitness levels. Meet in front of City …

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On October 14th, the public is invited to come out and watch a team of arborists pruning high in the crown of this aging beautiful tree. A Silver Maple at 286 Water Street, Guelph, on the property of the Muslim Society of Guelph. Members of Guelph Tree Trust will be on hand to provide information …

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A mini forest is a biodiverse community of native trees and shrubs planted tightly together in an urban or suburban setting. Using the Miyawaki method. Join us to learn how this innovative method can add living systems of native diversity to our urban landscapes.

A community celebration of trees and the many exciting things happening in the Arboretum lands! Join us for tours of the grounds, trails, gardens, research projects, tree climbing demonstrations, and an in-person plant sale. Take home an interesting woody plant, grown in the Arboretum greenhouse and tended to by our dedicated staff and volunteers. Check out …

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A community tree planting event open to all ages. Join the Schroder Cres. Park Stewards and other volunteers plant native trees and shrubs . A great chance to learn about some of the native trees and shrubs in our region, proper planting techniques, and to get some fresh air and exercise. Park on the street …

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Tree Planting Event no registration required, just show up Portable washroom provided on site. Rain or shine. No limit to number of participants Meet at: Kortright Hills Natural Area (trail entrance on south side of Teal Dr. just west of Milson, opposite 34 Teal)