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UID:11157-1725703200-1725721200@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Arboretum Expo: Tree Day! and Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION: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 the Plant list for the Arb Expo Plant Sale 2024. \nThe Arboretum Expo will be held on the West Lawn and in The Arboretum Centre\, with announcements and performances at the Gazebo \n\n\n\n\nGazebo Events and Performances\n\n\n\n\n\n10:00AM\nGreeting\, Land Acknowledgement and Welcome\n\n\n\n11:00AM\nProfessor Pricklethorn\nLearn to see trees through the Professor’s eyes and his green-coloured lenses and you will see the environment around you in a very different way. Trees are not just outdoor furniture for us to use.  If we learn to respect and care for trees then they can help us and the global environment in countless ways. \nProfessor Pricklethorn wants to help teachers\, parents\, and children learn how to make the connection between science and everyday life by learning about the many good things that trees do for us every single day.\n\n\n11:45AM\nPete Moss\nConnect with local nature through songs\, stories and movement with children’s performer Pete Moss. Children\, families and caregivers will actively participate in songs and stories about local plants\, birds\, wildlife and weather. Celebrate nature in our communities through learning bird calls\, how to identify common plants and animal tracks and moving like local creatures through song. Pete will actively engage audiences in songs from his album’s Birds Rock and Plants Rock and participatory stories inspired by nearby nature.\n\n\n1:00PM\nGUFF Henry Kock Tree Stewardship Award\n\n\n\n1:30PM\nElderly Brothers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTours and Demonstrations\n(departure time from the West Lawn)\n\n\n\n\n\n10:30AM\nKids Hikes\nChris Earley\n\n\n11:00AM\nHoneybee Research Centre Tour\nShannon Lam\n\n\n11:30AM\nGuelph Trial Gardens Tour\nJoe Langlois\n\n\n12:00PM\nGuelph Urban Organic Farm Tour\nChris Earley\n\n\n12:00PM\nTree Climbing Demonstration\nMike Yost and Kellen Wood\n\n\n12:30PM\nTree Hike\nChrista Wise\n\n\n1:00PM\nTree Music Walk Wallace and Horvat\nSharlene Wallace and Frank Horvat\n\n\n1:30PM\nGall Hike\nJoe Langlois\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nAll Day Booths and Activities (10am to 3pm) in the Arboretum Centre / West Lawn\n\n\n\n\n\nPlant Sale\nThe Arboretum\n\n\nNaturalists Table\nThe Arboretum\n\n\nHoney Bee Education & Honey Sales\nHoneybee Research Center\n\n\nInformation Table\nGUFF\n\n\nInformation Table\nSpeed River Project\n\n\nInformation Table\nTree Trust\n\n\nInformation Table\nOPIRG Guelph\n\n\nInformation Table\nPollination Guelph\n\n\nGuelph Public Library Book Mobile\nGuelph Public Library\n\n\nInformation Table\nReep Green Solutions\n\n\nInformation Table\nTrees for Guelph\n\n\nOrganic Veggies & Information Table\nGuelph Centre for Urban Organic Farming\n\n\nSustainable Water & Healthy Landscapes\nCity of Guelph\n\n\nInformation Table\nFocus on Nature\n\n\nInformation Table\nWildlife Preservation Canada\n\n\nInformation Table\nNokom’s House\n\n\nInformation Table\nGuelph National Urban Park Project\n\n\nInformation Table\nNature Guelph\n\n\nSound Installations Trees.Listen\nWallace and Horvat\n\n\n\n\n\nConcession stands:\nLaza Food Truck\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/arboretum-expo-tree-day-and-plant-sale/
LOCATION:University of Guelph – Arboretum\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240819T165017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184317Z
UID:11129-1726911000-1726916400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Schroder Cres.
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPark on the street and follow the trail to the planting area\, just a 1 minute walk from the street. \nno registration just show up \nno washrooms \, rain or shine\, no limit to number of participants \nSchroder Cr. natural area. 59 Schroder Cr.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/schroder-cres-park-stewards/
LOCATION:59 Schroder Cres\, 59 Schroder Cres\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184521Z
UID:11132-1726997400-1727024400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Speed Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited and City - opposite 34 Teal St.
DESCRIPTION:Tree Planting Event \nno registration required\, just show up \nPortable washroom provided on site. \nRain or shine. \nNo limit to number of participants \nMeet at: Kortright Hills Natural Area (trail entrance on south side of Teal Dr. just west of Milson\, opposite 34 Teal) \n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/speed-valley-chapter-of-trout-unlimited-and-city/
LOCATION:Kortright Hills Natural Area\, 34 Teal Ave\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240826T174130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184643Z
UID:11205-1726999200-1727006400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Meet a Tree: Nature Connection Games for Families in an Outdoor Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Join Guelph Outdoor School in the Cedar Grove for a morning of our classic backpocket games and nature-based challenges for National Forest Week\, including our favourites: Meet a Tree\, Plant Concentration Games: Tree Leaf Edition\, and Find the Porcupine. \nWe’ll have the option to explore the forest\, and share naturalist knowledge on the local trees. \nActive\, co-operative games are suitable for ages 4 and up\, and all ages are welcome. Games are optional\, and families are free to explore the forest. \nRegistration Required: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/the-guelph-outdoor-school/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=y7mDdlp \n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/meet-a-tree-nature-connection-games-for-families-in-an-ourdoor-classroom/
LOCATION:Guelph Outdoor School Stone Road Site\, 733 Stone Rd E\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Guelph Outdoor School":MAILTO:chris@theguelphoutdoorschool.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240826T175411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T180835Z
UID:11134-1727085600-1727091000@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Forest Learning from Elder Duke Redbird: Seven Canopy Teaching walk with Cara Loft
DESCRIPTION:Walk through Mitigwakii trail / Victoria woods – discussion of seven canopy teachings and two-eyed seeing. \nForest Learning from Elder Duke Redbird: Seven Canopy Teachings walk with Haudenosaunee University of Guelph Staff Member Cara Loft. \nJoin us for a short guided walk to reconnect our spirits with the Land and learn from the Plants. \nMeet at the Hales-McKay shelter by the parking lot: \nhttps://www.google.com/maps/place/Hales-McKay+Shelter/@43.5434052\,-80.2172025\,14z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x882b9b3b9d57429f:0xbf3e55a4a874d3f3!8m2!3d43.5413521!4d-80.2145847!16s%2Fg%2F11s_zq7byj?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D \n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/forest-learning-from-elder-duke-redbird-seven-canopy-teaching-walk-with-cara-loft/
LOCATION:UofG Arboretum – Hales-McKay Shelter\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241014T100000
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CREATED:20240923T142749Z
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UID:11317-1727085600-1728900000@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Take Root: free tree registration opens
DESCRIPTION:Forests Ontario’s Take Root program returns! \nGuelph residents can register for up to two free\, native trees for their private yard\, which will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis through the online registration system. Registration opens at 10 a.m. on September 23 and closes at 10 a.m. on October 14 or earlier\, if stock runs out. If you’re visiting the Take Root website before registration begins\, you can sign up for the waitlist to be among the first to know when the system is up and running. \nTree pickup will be on October 19 at Riverside Park. \nTo be eligible for a tree\, you must be a resident of Guelph and own the property\, or have permission from the property owner to plant a tree. Those who register for a Take Root tree are responsible for planting and caring for the tree\, including getting utility clearance before digging. \nCall before you dig!\nIf you’re planting a tree in your yard\, submit a free request with Ontario One Call at ontarioonecall.ca so you don’t plant your tree on top of or damage underground pipes and wires.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/take-root-free-tree-registration-opens/
LOCATION:ON
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240819T170009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T185753Z
UID:11136-1727092800-1727101800@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Repair a Forest Community
DESCRIPTION:During this tree planting event\, volunteers will get the chance to replant and restore an area of Old Growth Forest\, which was recently cleared of invasive European Buckthorn. By planting trees you’ll obtain\, engaging\, hands on experience\, alongside an educational component. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in a discussion on the management of invasive species\, and the importance of restoration practices within urban forest management. The objective is to increase awareness and to allow members of the community to connect with the land. \nLocation: St Ignatius Old Growth Forest\, Cross Creek Blvd Entrance – 53 Cross Creek Blvd\, Guelph\, ON N1H 6J2 \nRegistration required. https://ignatiusguelph.ca/event/repairing-a-forest-community/ or contact Ashley: aconrad@ignatiusguelph.ca \nPlease note: Rain date is scheduled for Thursday\, September 26\, 2024 \n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/repair-a-forest-community/
LOCATION:St. Ignatius – Old Growth Forest\, 53 Cross Creek Blvd.\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 6J2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240924T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240924T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240826T173121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T173121Z
UID:11203-1727188200-1727191800@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Arboretum Gene Bank Tour with John Ambrose and Sean Fox
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a daytime tour of The Arboretum’s Gene Bank with John Ambrose and Sean Fox. The Gene Bank is a living archive containing the genetic diversity of many rare Ontario species. \nMeet at the Arboretum Centre.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/arboretum-gene-bank-tour-with-john-ambrose-and-sean-fox/
LOCATION:University of Guelph – Arboretum\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240924T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240924T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240819T170500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184858Z
UID:11139-1727206200-1727213400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Trees\, Butterflies and Pelee Island - An event honouring John Ambrose\, Henry Kock Award Recipient 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate and honor this years recipient of the Henry Kock Stewardship Award. Enjoy an evening  with Cherie Dillen from Pelee Island Butterfly Sanctuary speaking about “Trees\, Butterflies and Pelee Island…The story of the butterfly’s recovery one tree at a time. \nIntroductory remarks by Sean Fox. \nPrizes and Reception following event. \nEvent will be in the Arboretum Centre \nRegister at: Workshops | The Arboretum (uoguelph.ca) \n 
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/trees-butterflies-and-pelee-island/
LOCATION:University of Guelph – Arboretum\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T131500
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240819T171804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T185008Z
UID:11143-1727266500-1727270100@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Wednesday Noon hour walk: Getting to know our native trees
DESCRIPTION:Walk starts at The Arboretum kiosk at the Campus entrance to the Arboretum
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/wednesday-noon-hour-walk-getting-to-know-our-native-trees/
LOCATION:University of Guelph – Arboretum\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, ON\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240926T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240826T180037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T180152Z
UID:11146-1727373600-1727377200@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Caring for our Canopy: Retaining older trees and planning for the next generation
DESCRIPTION:Tree Trust Neighbourhood Walk : Join us for a 1km neighbourhood walk to learn about retaining older trees in the urban forest\, and how you can help Guelph grow with succession planting! \nGuided by ISA certified arborist Aaron Boonstra of Reep Green Solutions. \nMeet at Drew Park (29 Drew St). Street Parking available \nNo washrooms provided\, dress appropriately for the weather; rain or shine\, limit of 25 people \nMust register for this event: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/caring-for-our-canopy-tree-walk-tickets-989179331007?aff=oddtdtcreator or at http://www.reepgreen.ca/events
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/caring-for-our-canopy-retaining-older-trees-and-planning-for-the-next-generation/
LOCATION:Drew Park\, 29 Drew Street\, Guelph\, ON
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240926T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240926T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240903T183716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T173412Z
UID:11200-1727379000-1727391600@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Tree Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Come out for an evening of drinks and tree trivia. Test your tree and forest knowledge with your team and win a prize. Cash bar. Doors open at 7:30 PM and Trivia starts at 8 PM. This event is in conjunction with Green Drinks.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/tree-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Red Chevron Club\, Lower Level\, 34 Elizabeth St\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240928T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240819T174545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T174545Z
UID:11149-1727515800-1727528400@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Trees for Guelph - Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:Community tree planting event open to all ages. Join Trees for Guelph and other volunteers plant native trees and shrubs on the west side of the woodlot in Norm Jary Park. 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.
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/trees-for-guelph-tree-planting/
LOCATION:Norm Jary Park\, 22 Shelldale Crescent\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240928T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T003557
CREATED:20240819T174738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T171948Z
UID:11153-1727528400-1727533800@guffguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Tree Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Tree Bingo is a fun and educational game designed to celebrate National Forestry Week\, perfect for families to enjoy together while learning about different types of trees and their characteristics. \nRain Date: Sunday September 29\, 2024 from 1:00 – 2:30 \nLocation: Yorklands site/former OR (785 York Rd). Meet at gates \nTo register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tree-bingo-national-forest-week-edition-tickets-1002566061077
URL:https://guffguelph.ca/event/tree-bingo/
LOCATION:Yorklands\, 785 York Road\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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