Horticultural Happenings (Regional) Events

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Dec 01

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia – Snow Bird Walk (Boyce, VA)

Our winter residents have come home to roost! Join Blandy director and birding enthusiast Dr. Dave Carr in search of Purple Finches, Pine Siskins, Northern Harriers, and others. Registration required.

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Nov 03

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia – Around the World in Ten Trees (Boyce, VA)

Got the travel bug? Here’s your chance to see spectacular trees from around the world without leaving Virginia! Find out about the ecology and cultural significance of trees from Asia, Europe, North Africa, and across North America as you explore the arboretum with a naturalist. Depending on how fast we walk, we’ll see somewhere between eight and ten trees. Free, but registration is required.

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Oct 22

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia – Native Owls and Their Pellets (Boyce, VA)

Find out all about native owls with Dr. Belinda Burwell from Wildlife Veterinary Care! After a short talk about native owls, participants will dissect a regurgitated owl pellet to see what small animals the owls eat. Registration required.

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Oct 20

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia – Winter Migrants Bird Walk (Boyce, VA)

Around this time of year, birds from northern forests fly south in search of overwintering grounds. Join Blandy Director and birding enthusiast Dr. Dave Carr in search of juncos, sparrows, finches, Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers, and more! Registration required.

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Oct 13

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia – Spooky Arboretum Night Hike ( Boyce, VA)

Find out all about bugs, bats, and things that go “bump” in the night as you explore the arboretum with a naturalist. Family-friendly! Registration Required.

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Oct 11

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia – Riparian Buffer Workshop for Landowners (Boyce, VA)

Join the Lord Fairfax Soil and Water Conservation District, the VA Department of Forestry, and the Piedmont Environmental Council for a workshop on riparian forest buffers. Learn about the importance of these buffers as a tool to improve water quality in our local watersheds and explore sources of funding for implementing buffers on your property.

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Sep 29

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia – Warbler Walk (Boyce, VA)

Late September/early October is close to the peak of fall songbird migration. Join Blandy Director and birding enthusiast Dr. Dave Carr in search of southbound warblers, vireos, hawks, and more! Registration required.

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Sep 23

Blandy Experimental Farm/State Arboretum of Virginia – Stargazing with the Shenandoah Astronomical Society (Boyce, VA)

After a short introduction in the library, Astronomical Society members will set up telescopes and guide us as we search the night sky for stars, planets, constellations, galaxies, and more! Registration is required.

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Nov 04

University of California Riverside (UCR) Botanic Gardens – Art in the Gardens (Riverside, CA)

University of California Riverside (UCR) Botanic Gardens will host an outreach event where curated items from local artisans are offered for sale. Come spend a pleasant afternoon strolling through Alder Canyon, where California artists and craftspersons are showcased representing a variety of media including ceramics, jewelry, mosaics, metal work, fiber arts, wood, and photography. Art in the Gardens is a great opportunity to shop from local artists while supporting the programs and activities of the UCR Botanic Gardens.

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