Spring Course Highlights
Forest Bingo, Turtle Races and Other Adventures
Saturday, May 10
1 – 3 p.m.
Irene Safren - Naturalist, Churchville Nature Center and the Eagles Mere Conservancy
A variety of fun activities will take us throughout the Arboretum at a beautiful time of year. Activities include a scavenger hunt to find natural treasures and a game of forest bingo where the shapes you discover in nature become your bingo sheet. You will explore different habitats to find suitable animal homes and we’ll get a close up look at some
intriguing critters under the microscope. You'll create a turtle with materials that will be supplied then we’ll hold turtle races to see
whose creation is the speediest. Come join us for this fun and creative exploration of the natural world. This is an intergenerational program designed for all ages.
Members: $16
Non-members: $18
Call to register for classes (215) 247-5777 ext 156 or 125
Visit the Governor’s Residence and a Nearby Private Garden
Wednesday, May 28
7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
On this trip we will see the recently renovated gardens surrounding the Governor’s Residence in Harrisburg. The Susquehanna Garden,
designed as an outdoor living space for the First Family features the Susquehanna River and its wildlife. Penn’s Woods is an educational showpiece highlighting the finest and most historically significant plants, shrubs and flowers native to Pennsylvania. The Rose Garden, with over 250 roses, provides a spectacular show and should be at peak bloom. We will also tour the mansion, designed in the 18th century English Georgian style, which features open spacious rooms for entertaining and public functions. After lunch at a local restaurant we will visit the York garden of Louis J. Appell, Jr. Mr. Appell’s garden is beautifully laid out and shows his skillful practice of ornamental horticulture and love of nature. He has many wonderful botanical specimens, some of which have come from the Morris Arboretum’s collection. A stone garden folly is a garden highlight. Meet at the Arboretum. Park in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk. We will travel by bus. Trip includes transportation and lunch.
Members: $120
Non-members: $140
Call to register for classes (215) 247-5777 ext 156 or 125
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