Upcoming Events

Instructor: Shelley Hunt Dates: Thursdays, January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 2026 Fees: $50 (plus HST) per person for the 4 session program. No leaves? No problem! In this workshop, offered in a convenient Zoom setting, you will learn about the variety of tree features that are useful for identifying trees in winter. From buds and twigs to leaf scars and bark, we will take an in-depth look at the surprisingly distinctive characteristics that let us unlock the identities of trees in their dormant season. We will focus on native...

Instructor: Christa Wise and Wild Ontario Fee: $16 (plus HST) per person, per session (evening). Join us for an Owl Prowl that brings together the expertise of Wild Ontario and The Arboretum Naturalists for an educational evening featuring these incredible birds. The first hour of the program is led by Wild Ontario, featuring an engaging presentation on the lives of Ontario’s owls, their remarkable adaptations, and the ecological roles they play. Participants will also have the opportunity to meet owl ambassadors up close and learn their individual...

Instructor: Tamara Anderson Fee: $97 (plus HST) per person if you register by the early bird deadline of January 30, 2026. After January 30 the fee is $107 plus HST. Have you ever wondered what made those marks in the snow? In this full day program we will be learning how to track animals. We will be studying the tracks and signs of Ontario mammals and other types of wildlife. By the end of the day you will learn to identify and interpret animal tracks by looking at track patterns and gait analysis. The workshop will also include an introduction to scat...

Instructor: Christa Wise and Wild Ontario Fee: $16 (plus HST) per person, per session (evening). Join us for an Owl Prowl that brings together the expertise of Wild Ontario and The Arboretum Naturalists for an educational evening featuring these incredible birds. The first hour of the program is led by Wild Ontario, featuring an engaging presentation on the lives of Ontario’s owls, their remarkable adaptations, and the ecological roles they play. Participants will also have the opportunity to meet owl ambassadors up close and learn their individual...

Instructor: Robert Pavlis Fee: $10 (plus HST) per person, per session or sign up for all 7 and get one free ($60 instead of $70). Please note: You must sign up for all 7 at once in a single transaction to receive the discount. Garden Fundamentals will focus on ornamental gardens including trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and grasses. You will gain a good understanding of how these plants grow and their relationship with the soil. We’ll cover lots of practical topics such as planting, maintenance, plant selection, sun/shade requirements, and Robert will give...

Instructor: Spencer Martens Fee: $10 (plus HST) per person Spencer has over a decade of experience cultivating his environment, with a keen interest in cacti, succulents and tropical aroids, his personal collection of over 100 species, and experience managing tropical and cacti greenhouses will help him share knowledge and tips to keep and tend to the plants in your home. This workshop is beginner friendly and will cover key considerations for your selection of houseplants, common pests, plant care- including soil conditions, pot selection, watering and...

Instructor: Joseph Langlois Fee: $12 (plus HST) per person, per day. Winter birdwatching is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors and experience the beauty of nature in a quieter season. While some birds have migrated south, many stay behind, bringing life and color to our winter landscape. Some northern species even travel here, treating us to special sightings as they escape harsher climates. Whether you’re new to birdwatching or a seasoned birder, we invite you to join us on this winter birding adventure! *Maximum 20 adults. View a...

Instructor: Joseph Langlois Fee: $12 (plus HST) per person, per day. Winter birdwatching is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors and experience the beauty of nature in a quieter season. While some birds have migrated south, many stay behind, bringing life and color to our winter landscape. Some northern species even travel here, treating us to special sightings as they escape harsher climates. Whether you’re new to birdwatching or a seasoned birder, we invite you to join us on this winter birding adventure! *Maximum 20 adults. View a...

Instructor: Joseph Langlois Fee: $12 (plus HST) per person, per day. Winter birdwatching is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors and experience the beauty of nature in a quieter season. While some birds have migrated south, many stay behind, bringing life and color to our winter landscape. Some northern species even travel here, treating us to special sightings as they escape harsher climates. Whether you’re new to birdwatching or a seasoned birder, we invite you to join us on this winter birding adventure! *Maximum 20 adults. View a...

Instructor: Robert Pavlis Fee: $10 (plus HST) per person, per session or sign up for all 7 and get one free ($60 instead of $70). Please note: You must sign up for all 7 at once in a single transaction to receive the discount. Garden Fundamentals will focus on ornamental gardens including trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and grasses. You will gain a good understanding of how these plants grow and their relationship with the soil. We’ll cover lots of practical topics such as planting, maintenance, plant selection, sun/shade requirements, and Robert will give...