Tyler Autumn Topics 2013 News, Programs and Events of Tyler Arboretum Restoration and Preservation of a Species Tyler’s Chestnut Orchard in Action By Jan Trembley

Tyler Arboretum is part of a massive was started in 1997 as part of The Only distance has prevented the blight effort to restore the American chestnut American Chestnut Foundation’s from spreading to native chestnut trees species, devastated by a fungus imported (TACF) work to produce a hybrid transplanted by pioneers in western on Chinese chestnut trees at the end tree that is resistant to the blight. parts of the United States. of the 19th century. “Our native chestnut (Castanea “Some have called the American “Fortunately, as is the case with many dentata) once thrived from Maine chestnut the perfect tree,” said ‘successful’ diseases, this fungus doesn’t to Georgia, down the Appalachian Wenderoth. “Every fourth tree in the kill its host—the chestnut tree’s root chain, and its range spread east into Northeast was a chestnut. Its plentiful system survives to continue feeding the Piedmont and west into Ohio,” and reliable nut crops were a major the fungus with fresh chestnut said Wenderoth, who joined Tyler’s food source for wildlife and a cash stems,” said Tyler volunteer John project as a volunteer in 2010. “It is crop for mountain folks, and the tall, Wenderoth. “We believe recovery estimated that as straight of the species is possible.” many as 4 billion trunks trees were lost produced Among more than 100 chestnut from the forest excellent orchards in Pennsylvania, Tyler’s ecosystem.” lumber that was resistant to decay.”

Founded in 1983, TACF has been working to cross American chestnuts with disease- resistant Chinese chestnuts. Over multiple generations, surviving hybrids with demonstrated resistance are “back-crossed” with American chestnuts. The theoretical goal is to retain only the blight resistant genetic material from the Chinese species, but in practice this process may create a tree that is only a little more than 90 percent American in its genetic makeup. continued on page 3

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In the museum and Parents are sharing that cultural nonprofit world, they thoroughly enjoy the the term “relevancy” has content and our approach become a concept that to summer camp. is increasingly being We have recognized for discussed among staff and some time the need to boards. They have realized improve accessibility to Tyler Arboretum that if their organizations the gardens, collections Board of Trustees fail to understand and and natural areas. The Guy A. Messick, President anticipate what the public public has shared that it Shipley A.Allinson, Vice President and the membership is Aralisha Newbold, Secretary is difficult to navigate the looking for, they will lose Sandra Lutz, Treasurer area on the other side of interest and potential Rocky Run stream and support. Increasingly, nonprofits have Jeffry Cadorette that they often become lost in the recognized that their future does depend Benjamin Carr Pinetum. This spring we completed a Linda H. Ciavarelli, DPM on the ability to meet the needs of those major portion of the Scenic Loop path Matthew R. Doyle they serve. which provides ADA access to the John M. Ewing Gene S. Ferraro At Tyler, in recent years, we have been Rhododendron garden, Pinetum and James R. Flandreau taking a close look at our programs and to our new tree house, which is also David J. Frank exhibits as well as our visitor services. ADA compatible, to further serve our Laura Guertin, PhD We have reviewed our attendance and expanding clientele. We have already Andrew W. Harobin participation figures as well as consulted received positive feedback from visitors Jason W. Ingle with our colleagues across the nation. on this significant upgrade. Robert A. Kunz, MD, PhD With this information in hand, we have Our vision is to create a horticultural Craig A. Single been able to make specific plans and and environmental destination that William R. Taylor goals that have allowed the Arboretum reconnects individuals with nature. Trine L.Vanderwall to make strides towards becoming Victoria K. Will Please be assured that as we keep our more relevant. focus on the mission, we will also be Tyler Topics is a quarterly A true success story is the growth and sure to keep our pulse on the wishes publication distributed to expansion of our Summer Camp and needs of our constituents. If you the members and friends Program. Under the leadership of Youth have suggestions or comments regarding of Tyler Arboretum. For Education Coordinator Martha Moore, how we are meeting our vision, more information on Tyler Arboretum, please we have seen consistent growth in please call and share your thoughts visit our website at participation as well as improvement in at (610) 566-9134 or email us at www.tylerarboretum.org, the quality of the programs. Due to the [email protected]. Thank or contact us by telephone excellent reputation of our summer you for your continued support. at (610) 566-9134. camps, for the first time ever, we have completely sold out our camp spaces. Development – x267 Education – x214 General Information – x200 Membership – x209 Follow and “Like” Tyler Arboretum Online! Public Programs – x215 Public Relations – x208 Special Events/Rentals – x210 Volunteering – x205 Youth Education – x202

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2 Tyler’s Chestunt Orchard Other Pennsylvania orchards produce fungus), Wenderoth emphasized that (continued from page 1) seedlings for reintroducing chestnuts this is a lengthy process. “I’m interested In order to maintain a reservoir of in test plantings around the state. in growing the trees and trying to American chestnut genes, Tyler’s TACF is organized in state chapters in keep them healthy, but one of my orchard is dedicated to growing only order to preserve variation in the principal goals is to find others who American chestnuts. It is one of several chestnut’s genome over its range from are younger than I who can sustain Pennsylvania orchards that produce Maine to Georgia. “You know that this project for the long haul.” American nuts to supply seed for southerners might not like the winters continuing breeding work at other in Maine or Vermont,” said Wenderoth. You can find more information locations around the state. Harvested “Trees can be that way too, just about TACF at www.acf.org. If you in September, it produces nuts that because of their genetic makeup.” are interested in volunteering the are held in refrigerators at Penn State Tyler Chestnut Orchard, please University—a form of cold stratification Noting that it can take about six years contact Melissa Hamblin at required by some forest trees and for a tree to flower and begin producing [email protected]. other plants that allows the seeds to nuts (if it doesn’t succumb to the fully mature for spring germination. ever-present spores of the blight

Plant the Seed of Opportunity Tyler Arboretum’s brand new Evergreen Society, a monthly giving program, is a great way to show your support all year long. We invite you to become a founding Evergreen Over the course of a year, your tax-deductible Society Member. By pledging to make a gift monthly gift can really add up: every month, members of the Evergreen Society 4 $10 a month can provide a set of five children’s provide the steady, dependable resources that garden gloves we need. Because monthly donations are 4 processed automatically, they $18 a month can provide a week of help reduce Tyler’s fundraising summer camp for a child expenses, thus allowing us 4 $25 a month can buy nectar to devote an even greater and larval food source plants percentage of your gift to for the Butterfly House fulfill our mission. Since 4 $40 a month can buy Tyler does not receive local supplies to reconstruct the or state tax support, we rely pond deck on the generosity of donors 4 $50 a month can buy like you to help with our 12 waders for hands-on everyday operational needs. stream exploration

With the Evergreen Society, the amount Evergreen Society monthly gifts support you specify is charged to your credit or debit the Annual Fund and guarantee Tyler regular card, making this program the “greenest” way to and predictable funds, allowing us to make solid donate. It eliminates the need for checks and reduces commitments to new and current projects. No matter administrative and fundraising costs—so your dona- how much or how often it comes, we are always tion goes further in supporting grateful for your loyal and generous support. the environment! Thank you to our founding members to date: Why Join the Evergreen Society? Mr. & Mrs. Michael Brooks 4 It’s convenient and efficient. Mr. & Mrs. Cranmer 4 It’s 100% tax deductible. Mr. & Mrs. DiDonato Mr. & Mrs. Ted Farmer 4 Receive a summary in January of your donations Mr. John Fowler IV for the previous calendar year. Dr. Laura Guertin 4 Receive our quarterly newsletter, Tyler Topics. Ms. Johanna Heine & Mr. Ben Freid 4 Receive a special Tyler Arboretum car decal. Dr. Evelyn Kritchevsky Mr. & Mrs. Alan V. Vaskas, Esq.

3 Meet a Tree that Smells Like Candy

If you are fortunate enough here in its adopted country. to find yourself strolling down It grows best in full sun, the Scenic Loop path at tolerates light shade and Tyler on a dry, fall day don’t eventually reaches 40’ to 60’ be surprised if you suddenly high and 20’ to 40’ wide if get an overwhelming desire grown as a single-trunked for some cotton candy or a tree. Multi-trunked specimens caramel. No, you haven’t reach just 20’ to 40’ high been in the sun too long, and wide. Specimens that you’ve just made your way grow with a single trunk to the Pinetum area and are develop a conical outline walking by a stately stand of By Barbara Stremple with age--pointed on the katsura trees whose leaves top and broader at the base. Cercidiphyllum, due to that similarity. emit a spicy, sweet aroma when they A multi-trunked tree, on the other In spring, these leaves emerge an change to yellow, orange and apricot. hand, leads to a flat crown and a arresting reddish-purple which turns much broader, umbrella shape. The to spring green, and finally evolves to Cercidiphyllum japonicum, commonly bark is shaggy, brown-to-greyish, shade-casting, cool blue-green with a known as the katsura tree, has many and the trunk becomes interestingly lighter underside for the summer. The alluring attributes, but on a sunny furrowed with age. autumn day the delectable scent is its foliage is so attractive it can be used as filler in flower This tree is bothered by few pests, arrangements. allowing it to grow fairly quickly if the soil is decently moist and The katsura tree fertile. Hot, dry soil means slow originates in growth as does wet, poorly-drained Japan and soil. Substantial surface roots develop Eastern Asia but with age, which can be very attractive, is well-adapted but this does mean it needs to be and non-invasive planted away from lawns and hardscapes. The best time to plant is in early spring before the leaves develop.

The cluster of katsuras unique calling card and a along the Scenic Loop dead giveaway that you’ve path at Tyler is over 60 located the right trees. years old and worth noting at any time of the Get closer and the dainty, year, but when the fall heart-shaped foliage with color develops, it’s certain tiny, rounded teeth along to make your mouth the edges, comes into water. Try crushing some focus. With the exception fallen leaves in your hand of the tiny teeth, the to release an explosion leaves resemble our native of fragrance that will redbud, Cercis canadensis, really wake up your and the katsura gets the sweet tooth. first part of its genus name,

4 P U L L O U T A N D S A V E THIS Tyler SECTION Programs Tyler Arboretum Autumn Programs and Events 2013 Special Events Gardening and Volunteer Open House Pumpkin Days Celebration Horticulture Friday, September 13, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday and Sunday, October 19 and 20, Get involved! Share your talent and 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Moss Gardening continue learning. Volunteers play a Celebrate the season with our Saturday, September 14, 2:00 – 4:00 pm vital role in the operation of the traditional autumn festival. This Arboretum. Their assistance enables fun-filled family day is full of fun Moss makes a beautiful and us to expand and enhance all areas activities, yummy food, and of extremely versatile addition to any of the organization, and helps us to course, pumpkins! Pick out your garden space. Moss can be grown in grow as a community resource. prized pumpkins, assemble a shady areas, as part of a rock garden, Please join us for coffee and baked scarecrow to take home, jump in in conjunction with water gardens, goods while learning about the the moon bounce, make crafts, play ponds or ferns, or in areas where many volunteer opportunities that games and see Tyler’s glorious fall grass struggles to grow. Learn about are available. Staff and veteran colors on a hay wagon tour. the wonders of moss from moss volunteers will be available to share gardener and owner of Moss Acres, No pre-registration required. Member their experiences and answer questions. Al Benner. During this two-hour admission is $4 for adults, $2 for children workshop, Benner will explain Pre-registration encouraged; contact the ages 3 to 15; non-member admission is the basics of moss, how it grows, Volunteer Coordinator: 610-566-9134, ext. $10 for adults, $7 for children ages 3 to 15; 205 or [email protected]. and how to use and maintain it. kids under 3 are free. Participants will also have a chance A Toast to Harvest Time to get hands-on experience with Thursday, September 26, 6:00 – 8:00 pm moss gardening. Celebrate the end of summer with Pre-registration required; $12 members; an evening of fun at the wine bar $15 non-members provided by Moore Brothers while listening to the live bluegrass music Late Season of Ridley Creek and snacking on Vegetable Gardening sumptuous harvest time treats. Saturday, September 28, 10:00 – 11:00 am Suitable for adults 21 and older; pre-registration required by calling Joanne Landau at 610- Vegetable gardening doesn’t have to 566-9134 ext 215; limited capacity; first come, be over just because the weather first served; $20 members, $25 non-members. gets colder! In this workshop, Tyler Rain or shine. gardener Elizabeth Fox will show you tricks for extending the growing season while also preparing your Members Only Event vegetable garden for a great spring. Tyler After-Dark Adventures Learn about cold weather crops that can grow into winter and how low Fridays, September 20 or October 4, 7:00 – 9:00 pm tunnels can help extend your season. Enjoy an evening at Tyler Arboretum with your family. Join Arboretum The workshop will also discuss ways naturalists as we explore the woods and meadows to listen for owls, to care for perennials in the off search for bats and other nocturnal creatures! Enjoy roasting marshmallows season, cover crop planting and over a campfire for s’mores and making your own ice cream. Be sure other best practices for end of season to wear closed-toed shoes and bring bug spray if desired. Suitable for ages 3 and garden care. older; younger children are welcome with their older siblings. Space is Pre-registration required; $12 members, limited – register soon! $15 non-members Free event; pre-registration required Preparing your Garden for Winter Saturday, October 5, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (Rain Date: October 12) As the gardening season comes to an end, most of us aren’t thinking of next year, but a great spring begins with a smart fall. In this workshop, Tyler gardener Elizabeth Fox will help you get the most out of your garden this fall. Split between demonstration, question and answer and practical hands-on experience, this class is perfect for gardeners of all levels. Topics for discussion include dividing and transplanting perennials, pruning, bulb planting, late-season lawn care, mulching and composting and good plants for the fall and winter. Pre-registration required; $12 members, Arts Center kiln. You can pick it up autumn day of seeing, photographing, $15 non-members there one week later. During the collecting, making and sharing Brookside Gardens Tour workshop, you will also have the observations of the world around us. chance to learn about the Botany of During this intergenerational workshop, Friday, November 1, 7:30 am – 6:30 pm Beer from educator and beer expert we will explore nature by using our The Brookside Gardens are a wonderful Julie Jenney and taste some delicious senses to create artwork using leaves, place to visit in the fall, where the brews from Pinocchio’s Beer sticks, stones and other found materials. conservatory offers year-round Garden. Join us for a fun night of Then we’ll capture these moments of viewing opportunities. Fall features a beer and art. Participants must be 21 beauty through the lens of a digital magnificent Chrysanthemum display or older. camera. We will also photograph along with the large collection of Pre-registration required; $60 members, trees, plants, insects and the natural tropical plants regularly on view. $70 non-members environment of the beautiful grounds After visiting the Gardens we will of Tyler Arboretum. Bring a digital travel to Historic Ellicott City for Cultivating Great Garden camera and wear comfortable walking lunch. Enjoy any of the charming Photographs shoes. This is an intergenerational restaurants in this well-preserved Sunday, November 3, 1:00 – 3:00 pm program suited for all ages and levels. historic district before exploring its This class is a partnership between Tyler and Capture the beauty of nature as it quaint shops and historic sites including the Community Arts Center. $100 members, evolves through the seasons. In this the B&O Railroad Museum. Cost does $120 non-members. Tyler members call the exciting two hour workshop, garden not include lunch or museum admissions. Center at 610-566-1713 to register. Others may writer and award winning photographer Pre-registration required; $50 members, call or visit www.communityartscenter.org. Marcia Tate will share her 7 Rules for $60 non-members Getting Professional Results with Your Thanksgiving Flower Digital Camera to create winning Arrangement Botanical Arts photographs, document the progress of your garden or aid the landscape Saturday, November 23, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Beer: Create, Learn and Taste! design process. Bring your camera for Grace your Thanksgiving table with a Thursday, October 24, 6:30 – 9:00 pm the outdoor photography session (weather floral creation designed by you using If you love beer, this is the class for permitting) after a classroom workshop. seasonal flowers and plant materials. you. In this fun evening workshop Pre-registration required, $20 members, Floral designer Leona Swiacki will you will make your very own beer $25 non-members provide guidance and instruction to help you create a natural masterpiece stein out of clay using simple slab Through Our Own Eyes – hand-building construction under the that will be a beautiful addition to guidance of Bob Deane and Drew Nature Study & Photography your own table or a wonderful Arata. No prior experience with clay Saturday, November 9, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm hostess gift. Please bring floral shears and an apron. is necessary. After the workshop, your Join instructor Patti Kelly of the Pre-registration required; $25 members, stein will be fired in the Community Community Arts Center for an $30 non-members Arboretum. Begun in 1738, Lachford and shallow bay habitats is part of Natural Studies represents over two centuries of the Atlantic Flyway. Join birder and residence by the Minshall-Painter- educator Sue Lucas at the Refuge Fall Bird Walks FREE FOR MEMBERS! Tyler family. The Library, built by and Brigantine Island in search of fall Every Wednesday the Painter brothers in 1863, houses migrating waterfowl. Bring lunch, field 8:15 – 10:15 am their fascinating collection of 19th guides and binoculars. Transportation, Join Tyler’s experienced birders in the century scientific equipment, books beverage and snacks provided. search for fall migrants heading south and specimens. Pre-registration required; $55 members, through the Arboretum. Birders of all Free with admission; no pre-registration required $65 non-members levels are welcomed. Beekeeping Basics – Part II Tyler Tarantulas Free with admission; no pre-registration required Saturday, September 21, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, October 12, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Weekday Wildflower FREE FOR (Rain Date: Saturday October 5) (Rain Date: Sunday October 13) MEMBERS! Walks Beekeeping for the New Year begins Join ecologist Steve Tessler on a walk Every Wednesday, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm in the fall. In the second part to this devoted to observing, catching and introduction to beekeeping, apiarist learning about the variety of spiders Wildflowers are an essential and Paul Strommer will help interested found at Tyler Arboretum. The walk beautiful part of the woodland and beginners determine what they need will pass through meadows and meadow ecologies. Head out to the to know, order and prepare in the fall woods, and include a visit to a dense trails with wildflower experts Richard and winter to be ready when the colony of purse-web spiders native Brenner and Dick Cloud and weather breaks in April. He will also only to Delaware County. These experience fall at Tyler. provide hands-on instruction about spiders are related to tarantulas and Free with admission; no pre-registration required fall hive maintenance, how to track construct a tube of silk attached to the colony’s progress through the the base of trees and shrubs, extending Invasive Plant FREE FOR MEMBERS! season, and prepare the hive for the underground. Learn more about this Removal Corps winter. This program is a valuable fascinating spider and help dig some Sundays, September 8, October 13, introduction for anyone interested in up for observation. This 2.5 mile hike November 10, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm beginning their own hive in 2014 and will include moderate terrain. Dress for Invasive plants can behave like the is open to all participants. All equipment the weather and bring a camera, water thugs of the natural world, forcing provided. Participants will interact directly and a snack. Appropriate for teens out natives and dominating the with the bees, so please take any necessary and adults. landscape. Help protect Tyler’s native precautions. Free with admission; no pre-registration required ecosystem and remove these alien Pre-registration required; $30 members, Cranberry Bog and thugs from the meadows and $35 non-members. woodlands. Meet Dick Cloud at Pine Barrens Trip the Visitor Center. Sungazing Monday, October 14, 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Sunday, September 22, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Free with admission; no pre-registration required Join Richard Brenner and Jado Foot The sun is vitally important to our Sunday Wildflower FREE FOR on a Pine Barrens trip to historic MEMBERS! survival but still very mysterious. Whitesbog Village for a guided tour of Walks Learn more about this amazing, the cranberry harvest at the historic September 8, October 13, November 10, life-giving star at this special daytime bogs. The trip will begin in the morning 1:30 – 3:00 pm stargazing program. Members of with a visit to Atsion State Park to see Plenty of beautiful wildflowers are the Delaware Valley Astronomical migrating birds and native blooming late season bloomers. Join Dick Association will present on a series flora, including the endangered Pine Cloud for a pleasant afternoon of sun topics including sunspots, Barrens gentian, orange milkwort and search through Tyler’s meadows prominences and solar flares. Sky-willing, carnivorous plants. We will then have and woodlands. they will also set up three to five lunch at Lucille’s Country Cooking, a telescopes that will allow safe viewing rustic, delicious and inexpensive Pine Free with admission; no pre-registration required of the sun in several different lights. Barrens establishment before heading Historic Building Tours Pre-registration required; $10 for members, off to the bogs. Transportation, beverage Sundays, September 8, October 6, and $12 for non-members and snacks provided; as an option, bring a November 3, 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00 pm bag lunch. Comfortable walking shoes and Birding Trip: Forsythe insect repellent are advised. Bring binoculars Tyler’s historic Lachford Hall and National Wildlife Refuge and field guides if you have them. Painter Library are open to the public for tours. Learn about the daily lives Tuesday, October 8, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Pre-registration required; $55 members, of the eight generations of the Quaker Located on the South Jersey shore, $65 non-members family who owned what is now Tyler this important area of tidal wetlands What Tree is This? – Tree Health and Yoga instructor Beth Mulholland will Identification Walk provide students an opportunity to seek inner serenity while surrounded by Saturday, October 26, 1:30 – 3:00 pm Wellness FREE FOR natural beauty. Intended for beginner (Rain Date Sunday, October 27) Trail Rambles MEMBERS! and intermediate level students, this In this first of four seasonal tree class emphasizes smooth, flowing Sundays, September 8, October 6 identification walks, John Wenderoth postures and the benefits of focused and November 3, 1:15 – 3:00 pm and Ted Cavey will show you how to breathing to achieve harmony. Lois Brook recognize a tree based on its fall color. Join s for comfortably- Pre-registration required. Individual Class This pleasant and educational stroll paced walks on Tyler’s trails that $15 members, $17 non-members; series of six through Tyler will focus on why and will get you out and moving, while classes $78 members, $96 non-members. when different trees change colors, enjoying the dynamic fall season in how to use color as an identification our woodlands and fields. Wear shoes Night Hikes tool, and other less-utilized forms of suitable for uneven terrain. Saturday, September 21, 7:00 – 9:00 pm, identification such as leaf texture and Saturdays October 26 and November 16, canopy shape. 4 September 8 – Visit Tyler’s rare 6:00 – 8:00 pm Free with admission; no pre-registration required serpentine barren and walk along Experience the magic of Tyler’s natural Dismal Run on this exploration of areas after dark. Guide Dick Cloud Naturalist Walk FREE FOR the Pink Hill and Minshall Trails. will share points of special interest and MEMBERS! Thursday, October 31, 4 October 6 – Hike the moderate hills autumnal highlights while leading a 1:30 – 2:30 pm of the Dismal Run and Minshall brisk hike. This walk is for adults and Join naturalist Martha Moore on an trails through meadows, woodlands teens. Bring a flashlight and wear shoes exploration of Tyler’s trees in autumn. and past ruins of the Minshall- suitable for uneven terrain that may include When people think of fall they think Painter farms. moderate to steep trails. of beautiful sights as the trees change 4 November 3 – The 3.1 mile Painter Pre-registration required; $6 members, color, but trees can also offer a treat trail provides a quality hike with $8 non-members for our noses. Learn where you can two stream crossings and lovely Fall Flavors Cooking find the scent of cotton candy in hilltop views of the Arboretum. Tyler’s woodlands and discover other Demonstration Free with admission; no pre-registration required fall treats. Thursday, October 17, 6:00 – 7:30 pm Free with admission; no pre-registration required Yoga in the Garden "Squash" boring recipes and try out Tuesdays, September 10 – October 15, some new ones with unique fall fla- Mushroom Program (Spontaneous) 6:00 – 7:00 pm vors. Join Glenn Mills, Whole Foods Saturday in November, date to be determined, Experience the joy of practicing yoga Healthy Eating Specialist, to learn 9:30 am – 12:30 pm in a magnificent outdoor setting. interesting and easy tricks for fall November is a great time to observe During this six-week class, Classical produce that include recipes that use mushrooms at Tyler. Take a hike with ecologist Steve Tessler to hunt for mushrooms and other types of fungi and slime molds found in Tyler’s autumnal woods, including corals, jellies and puffballs. Learn methods for spotting and identifying these cryptic and photogenic fungi. Because of the unpredictable weather and the transient nature of fungi, the exact date will be announced a few days before the hike to ensure the best possible viewing conditions. This hike will include some off-trail walking in moderate terrain. Dress for the weather and bring a camera, water and a snack. Appropriate for teens and adults. Pre-registration required to be notified of the program’s exact date. No payment due until date confirmation. $6 for members, $8 for non-members less than five ingredients, many of The Very Busy Spider which might already be in your house! Wednesday, October 9, 9:45 – 10:45 am and This demonstration-based workshop 11:00 am – 12:00 pm is perfect for anyone who loves their Why are spiders so special and farmers’ market, garden or CSA, but important? Come learn all about sometimes feels overwhelmed by an Tyler’s creepy crawlers. autumnal abundance of squash and root vegetables. Seeds, Sprouts, and Pre-registration required; $10 for members, Pumpkin Pie $12 for non-members. Wednesday, October 23, 9:45 – 10:45 am Home Canning Workshop and 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday, November 16, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm It is pumpkin time at the Tyler Canning is a wonderful way to Arboretum! Be ready to see, touch, preserve delicious, seasonal food. smell and taste everything pumpkin. Marisa McClellan is an avid canner, Autumn Leaves teacher, food writer and dedicated Wednesday, November 6, 9:45 – 10:45 am farmers’ market shopper who loves and 11:00 am – 12:00 pm sharing her passion for canning and feathery and funny friends found in preserving food. In her fascinating Today we will explore all the shapes, our PA backyard. Look for real animals workshop, participants will learn the sizes and colors of leaves, make on a nature crawl, meet some animal basics of canning and jam making, lovely leaf rubbings, and play games puppet friends, sing a song about a and all participants will leave with a with leaves. bad bunny and make your very own bunny ears! jar of their own homemade spiced Baby Bat’s Lullaby applesauce, a printed copy of the Bug Buddies recipe and tons of new knowledge Wednesday, November 20, 9:45 – 10:45 am and 11:00 am – 12:00 pm about preserving food. Thursday, September 26, 10:00 – 11:00 am The world has over 900K species of Pre-registration required; $60 members, Come hear about a baby bat’s life and bugs! Come learn about a few of the $70 non-members. why bats are such wonderful creatures to have in your neighborhood. friendliest, including ladybugs, butterflies, dragonflies and more. Read a classic Kids and Families Eric Carle story about “A Very Hungry Little Leaf Learners Caterpillar,” play a movement game Toddlers in Nature Little Leaf Learner programs are for ages that allows us to pretend we are Toddlers in Nature programs are for ages 18 – 36 months and their favorite adult. caterpillars becoming butterflies and 18-36 months and their favorite adult. These nature-based programs include make a take-home caterpillar out of Toddlers are all about exploring and each class engaging stories, dramatic play, movement, egg crates! will include a story, theme exploration, and music, art and more. Each program will Seed Songs time in nature. incorporate a trip outside (weather permitting) and a take-home craft! Thursday, October 3, 10:00 – 11:00 am Pre-registration required; $6 members, Take a journey with a tiny seed as it $8 non-members Pre-registration required; $6 members, becomes an apple tree! Through $8 non-members thematic songs and movement, we’ll learn about the lifecycle of a seed. Who’s in the Forest? We’ll also eat some applesauce and Rainbow Rhymes Wednesday, September 11, 9:45 – 10:45 am listen to seed stories before decorating and 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Thursday, September 12, 10:00 – 11:00 am a flowerpot and planting an apple seed to take home. What is a forest and what animals Journey outside to find all the colors will we find in one? Let’s look for of the rainbow by looking at trees, Wiggly Worms signs of animals and learn why they flowers, plants, animals, the sky and Thursday, October 10, 10:00 – 11:00 am live at the Tyler Arboretum. more! We will sing about rainbows, play games with color and color a Learn how worms traveling through Under One Log rainbow. the ground create pathways for water Wednesday, September 25, 9:45 – 10:45 am to reach plant roots. Learn to walk and 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Our Backyard like a worm and take part in a worm puppet show! Finish with a special Some of the most amazing things live Thursday, September 19, 10:00 – 11:00 am worm painting project that uses under logs. Help us turn over logs at Step into the wild world of animals as cooked noodles as worms to paint Tyler Arboretum and look for them. we pretend to be different furry, abstract art! Drip, Drop, Drip! Inchworms Buried Buggy Treasure Thursday, October 17, 10:00 – 11:00 am Inchworm programs are for preschoolers Monday, November 4, 10:00 – 11:00 am Follow water as it travels from the ages 2-3 years with their favorite adult. Lots of bugs hide underground. Let’s ground to the sky and back down to Toddlers love bugs and this program will get dig down to find grubs, slugs, worms, the ground! Learn a call and response them learning all about our creepy crawlies! pill bugs, and all kinds of digging chant and listen to the sounds of rain Each class will include a story, activity or creatures. as we read rain poems. Finish the day craft and outside time to explore Tyler Goodnight Ant making rainy-day cloud pillows out of Arboretum. felt and string. Monday, November 18, 10:00 – 11:00 am Nature Beats Pre-registration required; $6 members, Some bugs hibernate for the winter, $8 non-members like our friend the ant! Learn how Thursday, October 24, 10:00 – 11:00 am some ants gather seeds in the fall, and Explore water, leaves, sticks, sand and then search for some sleepy ants. Cicada Celebration the calls of the wild to create a natural Tyler Tales symphony. Then listen to the calls of Monday, September 16, 10:00 – 11:00 am different birds before decorating a What’s the best part of summer? Tyler Tales is a nature-based story time for take-home set of musical egg shakers. Cicadas! Meet a cicada, climb like a preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Each class Exploring the Earth cicada, search for cicada shells and includes a story, activity or craft and outside learn about the cicada life cycle. time to explore Tyler Arboretum. Children Thursday, October 31, 10:00 – 11:00 am must be accompanied by an adult; fee is for Explore the earth through a sensory- Metamorpho-Mazing! the child only. based exercise that lets you feel dirt, Monday, September 30, 10:00 – 11:00 am sand, water and ice. Touch rocks and What do inchworms and butterflies Pre-registration required; $6 members, shells, and learn about the different have in common? Let’s read a butterfly $8 non-members plants and animals from each habitat. story and go looking for butterflies, Hear poetry about the different moths and their babies. elements of the Earth and make Autumn is Here! your own Earth to take home! Where do Dragonflies Wednesday, September 18, 10:00 – 11:30 am Farm Friends Come From? Autumn is a feast for the senses. Monday, October 7, 10:00 – 11:00 am Hear a wonderful fall story, see the Thursday, November 7, 10:00 – 11:00 am Did you know that baby dragonflies changing colors, smell the rustic Meet all of the different friends we live underwater? Come pet a dragonfly scents, feel the crisp air and taste the find on a farm! With stories and songs larva and look for dragonfly adults at best of autumn! like “Old McDonald Had a Farm,” our pond. we’ll learn all about farm animals and How Many Seeds in their different noises. Then create Happy Hoppers a Pumpkin? farm animal puppets made from Monday, October 21, 10:00 – 11:00 am Wednesday, October 16, 10:00 – 11:30 am paper bags and construction paper. Learn to jump like grasshoppers, Let’s explore all things pumpkin! We Season Senses listen for cricket songs and look for will carve a pumpkin and discover creative uses for pumpkin seeds. Thursday, November 14, 10:00 – 11:00 am praying mantis eggs in this class all about leaping bugs! Travel through the four seasons with sing-a-longs and a movement game. Feel, smell, and explore different elements from each season such as blooming flowers or crunchy leaves. Then listen to poems about the seasons and make a “four seasons” tissue paper art project. Night and Day Thursday, November 21, 10:00 – 11:00 am Follow the sun from rising to setting through dramatic play, from the birds chirping in the morning to owls hooting in the evening. Watch how a flower blooms and make a sun and moon mobile. 4 September 27, Tunnel Time Hike Spiders This hike is for those who love to play Monday, October 28, 10:00 – 11:00 am hide-n-seek. Explore the hiding spots Learn about spooky spiders during and tunnels used by animals at Tyler. this Halloween season. Search for 4 October 18, The Great Pumpkin Hike spiders, webs, and eggs and learn how It is time to celebrate harvest and spiders survive the winter. all the bounty of this season. Join us for a pumpkin scavenger hunt Falling For Leaves hike through Tyler Arboretum. Monday, November 11, 10:00 – 11:00 am 4 October 25, Changing Leaves Hike Autumn is called fall for a reason. Try This colorful hike is for all of us who to catch some leaves as they fall to the wonder about the amazing changes ground, look for different colors and Are You a Spider? that take place during the autumn make a pretty leaf craft to take home. Wednesday, October 30, 10:00 – 11:30 am season. Learn to identify common Deer Me! Yikes, it’s a spider! This is a great leaves and trees. Monday, November 25, 10:00 – 11:00 am time of year to learn about spiders, 4 November 8, Decomposer Hike* Learn some surprising facts about the their nests and why they are such Join us for a delightful hike largest animal in the Arboretum. We amazing creatures. celebrating those who “clean up” will hear a deer story and learn about and “break down” organic matter. Bats Love the Night signs of deer in the landscape. If you love worms, slugs and fungi Wednesday, November 13, 10:00 – 11:30 am this hike is for you! *This hike is Tiny Trackers How did bats get such a bad reputation? in the forest; not recommended for Find out the truth about bats and strollers. Tiny Trackers programs are for children why we appreciate them here at ages 4 and 5 and their favorite adult. Tyler Arboretum. Teeny Tiny Trackers Each program includes a lesson, an outdoor walk and a craft to take home. Teeny Tiny Trackers programs are for A Log’s Life Children must be accompanied by an adult; 3-year-olds and their favorite adult. Each Wednesday, November 27, 10:00 – 11:30 am fee is for the child only. class includes a story, activity or craft and Hear this incredible story about a outside time to explore Tyler Arboretum. Pre-registration required; $6 members, fallen tree and the life it provides Children must be accompanied by an adult; $8 non-members others in the forest. fee is for the child only. Little Steppers Pre-registration required; $6 members, Fridays, 9:30 – 10:30 am Disappearing Leaves $8 non-members Hiking is a wonderful way to spend time Tuesday, September 10, 10:00 – 11:30 am outdoors with young children. These excursions and Thursday, September 12, 1:00 – 2:30 pm are specially designed for babies, toddlers, Grandmother Trees When the leaves fall what happens to them? They turn into soil! Learn preschoolers and their grown-ups to introduce Monday, September 9, 10:00 – 11:00 am them to fun of hiking. Pack up your baby, about the life cycle of leaves and Trees have parents and grandparents toddler and/or preschooler and join Tyler get up close and personal with too! Learn about our grandparent Educator Molly Scott for some great our decomposers. trees and where their grandchildren exercise in the form of a nature adventure. live. This is an outdoor program; please dress for the weather (severe weather cancels). Birds on the Move Bring water and light snacks. Fee is for the Monday, September 23, 10:00 – 11:00 am children only. When the days get shorter and the Pre-registration required; $6 members, weather gets colder, look up! Today $8 non-members we will look for birds, and learn why some fly south for the winter while 4 September 13, Lenape Children Hike* others stick around. Join us for this fun and educational Nuts and Berries hike in the Native Woodlands. Explore Monday, October 14, 10:00 – 11:00 am what life would have been like for Native American children living in this Why do trees and plants make nuts area before European settlers arrived. and berries? Learn about seed *This hike is in the forest; not recommended production and the hungry animals for strollers. that like to eat them. Traveling Seeds Seed Detectives Garden Lasagna Tuesday, September 24, 10:00 – 11:30 am Tuesday, September 17, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Tuesday, October 22, 1:00 – 2:30 pm and Thursday, September 26, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Where do seeds come from? Grab Did you know that plants like lasagna, Have you ever had a seed stick to a magnifying glass and solve the too? Learn all about lasagna gardening your socks? You were helping it move mystery while searching for veggie and what plants like to “eat” while to a new home! Learn how seeds seeds. Then find special seeds to you dig and play in the garden. travel while going on a seed search. take home! Creepy Crawlies in the Garden Pumpkins Fall in Love with Leaves! Tuesday, October 29, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Tuesday, October 15, 10:00 – 11:30 am and Tuesday, September 24, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Come meet a plant’s best friends: Thursday, October 17, 1:00 – 2:30 pm. What makes fall special? Come look wriggly worms, marching millipedes It’s pumpkin time! Learn about big for signs of autumn, dance in a and shy spiders. Learn about good and little pumpkins, decorate a leaf storm and make leaf art for bugs and bad bugs in the garden, and jack-o-lantern and eat a pumpkin the garden! make a garden bug of your own! seed snack. Garden Buddies Hibernation Harvest Spooky Critters Tuesday, October 1, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Tuesday, November 5, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Tuesday, October 29, 10:00 – 11:30 am and Come look for the furry and feathery Winter is coming! Learn about what Thursday, October 31, 1:00 – 2:30 pm friends who visit our garden when plants and animals do when the Celebrate Halloween at the people are away. Make a scarecrow weather gets cold, and visit the garden Arboretum with some of our friend for your garden buddies to gather some veggies for winter. spookiest creatures! at home! Goodnight Roots Leaves Super Squash Tuesday, November 12, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Tuesday, November 5, 10:00 – 11:30 am and Tuesday, October 8, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Some plants sleep underground all Thursday, November 7, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Autumn is squash season! Learn all winter, waiting for spring. Dig in the Fall is the only time to see Tyler’s about the different kinds of squash, soil for vegetable roots, and plant some leaves off the trees. We’ll go on a and visit the veggie garden to look tasty roots for next year’s spring surprise. leaf-collecting spree and sponge-paint for pumpkins and more! the designs of some of our favorites. Cider Celebration Shake it Up with Seeds Hurry Up! It's Getting Cold! Tuesday, November 19, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Tuesday, October 15, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Some really tasty foods come from Tuesday, November 19, 10:00 – 11:30 am Move like a seed: fly, bounce, float trees...like apples! Learn about fruit and Thursday, November 21, 1:00 – 2:30 pm and roll! Go on a seed scavenger hunt trees, plant an apple tree, and make What are the animals doing in the and enjoy a “berry” yummy snack. apple cider. fall? They are getting ready for winter. Learn why some animals stick around and where others go. Garden Sprouts The Garden Sprouts program is designed to introduce kids ages 4 and 5 to the world of plants and gardens. Programs include stories, crafts, and walks to complement hands-on fun with plants. Children must be accompanied by an adult; fee is for the child only.

Pre-registration required; $6 members, $8 non-members Picnic Party Tuesday, September 10, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Summer is cooling off, which means it is picnic season! Come see (and taste!) what’s cooking in the garden. Wonderful Rocky Run FREE FOR The Circle of Life MEMBERS! Saturday, September 28, Monday, November 11, 1:00 – 2:30 pm 10:00 – 11:30 am The circle of life is on view all over Engage in hands-on investigation Tyler Arboretum. Explore the life of Rocky Run stream. Use water cycle of trees and plants and learn samples to identify and classify easy ways to continue the circle by macro-invertebrates and learn about growing seeds from the foods you eat. their role in the stream ecology. Suitable for children 3 and older. Suitable for children ages 3 and older. Pre-registration required; $6 members, Pre-registration required; $8 non-members $8 non-members FREE FOR Bug Safari FREE FOR Family Birding: MEMBERS! MEMBERS! Sunday, October 6, Migration 1:00 – 2:30 pm Saturday, September 14, 10:00 – 11:30 am Kids and adults become apprentice Fall is a wonderful time for birding. entomologists as we hunt for creepy As the weather cools, many summer crawlies. Learn how to use nets to find residents fly south for the winter and praying mantis and other insects in the many migrating birds stop by Tyler for meadow maze. Turn over fallen leaves a rest on their travels. Join Sue Lucas and logs to look for soil dwellers like Family Programs on a quest for these fall travelers beetles and roly polies. Examine flowers during a special migration focused Grab the kids for a fun trip to Tyler! to find the many pollinators looking bird walk. This program is geared Interactive programs let you learn, create for nectar and pollen. This is a fun, toward beginners. Bring bird guides and or explore nature and plants. To ensure interactive catch and release adventure. binoculars if you have them, or borrow quality programs, age limits are for active Nets and bug boxes will be provided. them from us. Appropriate for children participants; younger siblings are welcome Suitable for children ages 3 and older. to attend. Fee is for each child and each ages 8 and up. Pre-registration required; $8 non-members adult. Children under 3 are free. Free with admission; no pre-registration required Spooky Twilight Hike The Moon has Phases…or FREE FOR Introductory FREE FOR Friday, October 25, MEMBERS! MEMBERS! is it Faces? 5:30 – 7:00 pm Family Birding Friday, September 13, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Catch some of nature’s Halloween Saturday, October 12, 10:00 – 11:30 am (Cloud Date, September 27) spirit as we explore the woods and Have you ever wondered about the Presented by the Chester County meadows while the sun sets and the birds in your backyard? Join Sue Lucas Astronomical Society, this program Arboretum atmosphere changes. for an introductory exploration of will explore the wonders of our Search for spiders, watch for bats and Tyler’s birds. This program will be a moon. The program will begin listen for owls. The adventure concludes fun chance for the whole family to indoors with a demonstration of how with a campfire and refreshments. learn how to identify our local birds the moon travels around the Earth, Suitable for children ages 3 and older. by sight and sound and an introduction followed by an introduction to the Pre-registration required; $8 non-members to countless family bird watching moons phases and faces to guide trips to come. This program is geared observation. Participants will then The Great Bird FREE FOR toward beginners. Bring bird guides and MEMBERS! head outside for guided observation Migration binoculars if you have them, or borrow of the moon and the night sky. them from us. Appropriate for children Saturday, November 2, 10:00 – 11:30 am Pre-registration required; $10 members, ages 5 and up. Autumn is a time for change. The tree $12 non-members Free with admission; no pre-registration required foliage is changing color, the days are Play With Your Food getting shorter and birds are migrating Saturday, September 14, 10:00 – 11:30 am south. Learn which birds fly south for the winter, how to tell them apart The whole family will enjoy some and why they migrate. Suitable for hands-on fun as we make colorful children ages 3 and older. play dough from items we find in the garden! This all-natural, gluten-free Pre-registration required; $8 non-members recipe is perfect for any family. You can taste it too, but it’s better for playing than eating! Suitable for children ages 3 and older. Pre-registration required; $6 members, $8 non-members Photograph by Steven Smith, Steven Shot Photograph My by Pumpkins, Pumpkins Everywhere!

Pumpkins will be in big Pumpkin Days Celebration please contact Volunteer supply on this special Saturday & Sunday, Coordinator Melissa Hamblin weekend dedicated to fall October 19 & 20 at 610-566-9134 x205 or email [email protected], and family fun. Come 10:00 am – 5:00 pm to let us know what you are and enjoy a full day of bringing. She can also answer activities, food and questions about ingredients and entertainment. Choose labeling. Baked goods donations from a great selection can be dropped off at the Visitor of pumpkins in lots of Center on Thursday and Friday, October 17 and 18. shapes and sizes to paint in bright colors or take Clean out your closets and home au naturale. help clothe a scarecrow! Old clothing is needed for scare- Hop on a hay wagon, dress crow-making at Pumpkin Days. up a scarecrow, play games and Old jeans, overalls, long-sleeved enjoy make-and-take crafts shirts and hats can be dropped off surrounded by gorgeous foliage. in the donation box located in the See www.tylerarboretum.org Visitor Center. for additional information. Calling all bakers…Pumpkin Parking is at the Penn State Days needs you Brandywine Campus on Rt. 352. This is our biggest event of the Continuous shuttle bus service brings year, and revenue from delicious visitors to the Arboretum’s admissions bake sale donations helps support area. Strollers are welcome. Tyler’s gardens, natural areas and educational programs. No pre-registration required. Admission for Tyler members is $4 for adults, $2 for Cookies, brownies, cakes, breads and children ages 3 – 15. Non-members: $10 for cupcakes are all needed and pumpkin- adults, $7 for children ages 3 – 15. Children themed treats are especially popular. under 3 are admitted free. Some activities It is very helpful if we know ahead require an additional fee. of time what will be donated, so

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Scout and Youth Group Programs develop customized programs to meet your needs. Tyler Arboretum has year-round programming for Girl Visit www.tylerarboretum.org, or contact 610-566-9134, ext 202 and Boy Scouts that fulfills badge and Try-it requirements. for information and registration. Visit www.tylerarboretum.org, or contact 610-566-9134, ext 202 for Eco Birthday Parties information and registration. Bring your budding naturalist for a memorable Home School Programs celebration at the Arboretum. Surrounded by sights Bring your home school group to the Arboretum. and sounds of nature, your child’s special day will Our plants, meadows and streams offer numerous be one of exploration, discovery and fun. hands-on learning opportunities. In addition to our Visit www.tylerarboretum.org, or contact 610-566-9134, ext 202 for programs developed for traditional schools, we can information and registration. Autumn Tyler 2013 Calendar of Programs & Events

Tyler Arboretum Autumn Programs and Events

Autumn Bird Walks: Every Wednesday, 8:15 – 10:15 am These walks are Weekday Wildflower Walks: Every Wednesday, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm ALWAYS FREE Sundays, Sep. 9, Oct. 14 and Nov. 11, 1:30 – 3:00 pm FOR MEMBERS!

September October Fri. Oct. 25 Little Steppers: Changing Leaves Hike Sat. Oct. 26 What Tree is This? Tree Identification Walk Sun. Sept. 8 Invasive Plant Removal Corps Tues. Oct. 1 Garden Sprouts: Garden Buddies Sat. Oct. 26 Night Hike Sun. Sept. 8 Historic Building Tours Tue. Oct. 1 Yoga in the Garden Mon. Oct. 28 Teeny Tiny Trackers: Spiders Sun. Sept. 8 Wildflower Walk Thurs. Oct. 3 Little Leaf Learners: Seed Songs Tues. Oct. 29 Tiny Trackers: Spooky Critters Sun. Sept. 8 Trail Ramble: Pink Hill & Minshall Sat. Oct. 5 Preparing Your Garden for Winter Wed. Oct. 30 Tyler Tales: Are You a Spider? Mon. Sept. 9 Teeny Tiny Trackers: Grandmother Trees Sun. Oct. 6 Family Program: Bug Safari Thur. Oct. 31 Little Leaf Learners: Exploring the Earth Tues. Sept. 10 Tiny Trackers – Disappearing Leaves Sun. Oct. 6 Historic Building Tours Thur. Oct. 31 Naturalist Walk Tues. Sept. 10 Garden Sprouts: Picnic Party Sun. Oct. 6 Trail Ramble: Dismal Run and Minshall Tues. Sept. 10 Yoga in the Garden Mon. Oct. 7 Inchworms: Where do Dragonflies November Wed. Sept. 11 Toddlers in Nature: Who’s in the Forest? Come From Fri. Nov. 1 Brookside Garden Tour Thurs. Sept. 12 Little Leaf Learners: Rainbow Rhymes Tues. Oct. 8 Birding Trip: Forsythe National Wildlife Sat. Nov. 2 Family Program: The Great Bird Fri. Sept. 13 Volunteer Open House Refuge Migration Fri. Sept. 13 Little Steppers: Lenape Children Hike Tues. Oct. 8 Garden Sprouts: Super Squash Sun. Nov. 3 Cultivating Great Garden Photographs Fri. Sept. 13 Family Program: The Moon has Tues. Oct. 8 Yoga in the Garden Sun. Nov. 3 Trail Ramble: Painter Trail Phases…or is it Faces? Wed. Oct. 9 Toddlers in Nature: The Very Busy Spider Sun. Nov. 3 Historic Building Tours Sat. Sept. 14 Moss Gardening Thurs. Oct. 10 Little Leaf Learners: Wiggly Worms Mon. Nov 4 Inchworms: Buried Buggy Treasure Sat. Sept. 14 Family Birding: Migration Sat. Oct. 12 Tyler Tarantulas Tues. Nov. 5 Tiny Trackers: Leaves Mon. Sept. 16 Inchworms: Cicada Celebration Sat. Oct. 12 Family Program: Introductory Family Tues. Nov. 5 Garden Sprouts: Hibernation Harvest Tues. Sept. 17 Garden Sprouts: Seed Detectives Birding Wed. Nov. 6 Toddlers in Nature: Autumn Leaves Tues. Sept. 17 Yoga in the Garden Sun. Oct. 13 Invasive Plant Removal Corps Thur. Nov. 7 Little Leaf Learners: Farm Friends Wed. Sept. 18 Tyler Tales: Autumn is Here! Sun. Oct. 13 Wildflower Walk Fri. Nov. 8 Little Steppers: Decomposer Hike Thurs. Sept. 19 Little Leaf Learners: Our Backyard Mon. Oct. 14 Cranberry Bog and Pine Barrens Trip Sat. Nov. 9 Through Our Own Eyes: Nature Study & Fri. Sept. 20 Members Only Event – Tyler Mon. Oct. 14 Teeny Tiny Trackers: Nuts and Berries After-Dark Adventures Tues. Oct. 15 Tiny Trackers: Pumpkins Photography Sun. Nov. 10 Invasive Plant Removal Corps Sat. Sept. 21 Beekeeping Basics – Part II Tues. Oct. 15 Garden Sprouts: Shake it up with Seeds Sun. Nov. 10 Wildflower Walk Sat. Sept. 21 Night Hike Tues. Oct. 15 Yoga in the Garden Mon. Nov. 11 Teeny Tiny Trackers: Falling for Leaves Sun. Sept. 22 Sungazing Wed. Oct. 16 Tyler Tales: How Many Seeds in a Mon. Nov. 11 Family Program: The Circle of Life Mon. Sept. 23 Teeny Tiny Trackers: Birds on the Move Pumpkin? Tues. Nov. 12 Garden Sprouts: Goodnight Roots Tues. Sept. 24 Tiny Trackers: Traveling Seeds Thur. Oct. 17 Fall Flavors Cooking Demonstration Wed. Nov. 13 Tyler Tales: Bats Love the Night Tues. Sept. 24 Garden Sprouts: Fall in Love with Leaves Thur. Oct. 17 Little Leaf Learners: Drip, Drop, Drip Thur. Nov. 14 Little Leaf Learners: Season Senses Tues. Sept. 24 Yoga in the Garden Fri. Oct. 18 Little Steppers: The Great Pumpkin Hike Sat. Nov. 16 Home Canning Workshop Wed. Sept. 25 Toddlers in Nature: Under One Log Sat. Oct. 19 Pumpkin Days Celebration Sat. Nov. 16 Night Hike Thurs. Sept. 26 Little Leaf Learners: Bug Buddies Sun. Oct. 20 Pumpkin Days Celebration Mon. Nov. 18 Inchworms: Goodnight Ant Thurs. Sept. 26 A Toast to Harvest Time Mon. Oct. 21 Inchworms: Happy Hoppers Tues. Nov. 19 Tiny Trackers: Hurry Up! It’s Getting Cold! Fri. Sept. 27 Little Steppers: Tunnel Time Hike Tues. Oct. 22 Garden Sprouts: Creepy Crawlies in the Garden Tues. Nov. 19 Garden Sprouts: Cider Celebration Sat. Sept. 28 Late Season Vegetable Gardening Wed. Oct. 23 Toddlers in Nature: Seeds, Sprouts and Wed. Nov. 20 Toddlers in Nature: Baby Bat’s Lullaby Sat. Sept. 28 Family Program: Wonderful Rocky Run Pumpkin Pie Thur. Nov. 21 Little Leaf Learners: Night and Day Mon. Sept. 30 Inchworms: Metamorpho-Mazing Thur. Oct. 24 Little Leaf Learners: Nature Beats Sat. Nov. 23 Thanksgiving Flower Arrangement Fri. Oct. 25 Family Program: Spooky Twilight Hike Mon. Nov. 25 Teeny Tiny Trackers: Deer Me! Thur. Oct. 24 Beer Stein and Botany Workshop Wed. Nov. 27 Tyler Tales: A Log’s Life

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Program Registration Pre-registration is required for all programs unless otherwise indicated. A full refund will be given if the Arboretum must cancel or reschedule a program due to inadequate enrollment, instructor illness or inclement weather. We will make every reasonable attempt to notify you by telephone if a program is canceled. A $3.00 administrative fee will be charged for any cancellation you initiate. A full refund, less the administrative fee, will be given with a minimum notice of two weeks. A 50% refund will be given with a minimum notice of one week. NO REFUNDS will be given with less than one week’s notice. There are four ways to register: (1) Mail: Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA 19063-4424 (3) Fax: (610) 891-1490, Attn: Registrar (2) Phone: (610) 566-9134, x215 (4) Email: [email protected]

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SOME OF OUR OPPORTUNITIES American Chestnut Pumpkin Days Needs Trails Day Nursery Tenders Thursdays, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm All Hands on Deck! Saturday, November 9, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Assist with pollination and fruit Spend a great morning with fun Tyler Arboretum’s Pumpkin Days harvest as well as maintaining the people and help maintain Tyler’s trails on October 19-20 will require tree nursery, as part of the breeding and natural areas. Work with other more volunteers than any other program for The American Chestnut volunteers to clear brush, invasive event this year. If you have Foundation. considered joining us for a plants, and control erosion. special event, now is the time! Invasive Plant Removal Corps Vegetable Demonstration There are many positions to Garden Assistants choose from, including but not Sundays, September 8, October 13, limited to, face painting, craft November 10 from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm April – October, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, stations, moon bounce, Join Dick Cloud’s crew to help days to be determined Help tend our quarter acre educational concessions, baking, pumpkin remove invasive plants from our painting, hay rides garden and assist with bed preparation, meadows and woodlands so that and much more. our wildflowers and native plants planting, mulching, weeding, can survive. thinning, watering, composting, harvesting and delivering produce Horticulture Group o Media Food Bank. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm School Program Guides Be part of our dedicated and fun- Weekdays; mostly mornings loving volunteers and assist with Help bring science and nature to plant and grounds maintenance as life for regional school children well as event preparations. by leading field trip programs. Training provided. Save the Dates! Volunteer Open House Helping Hands Friday, September 13 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Our volunteers make a difference! Tyler truly could not continue its mission without the generous help of its volunteer corps. Here are a few of their Join us at the Tyler Volunteer Open accomplishments for the first half of 2013: House for coffee and baked goods while learning about the many volunteer opportunities available. 4 Over 55 volunteers contributed over 350 hours to help Tyler raise Come learn how you can share your $32,026 at the annual Plant Sale. unique skills, learn some new ones 4 Over 20 volunteers and board members worked hard to throw the and meet new people. glamorous annual Tyler at Twilight Auction despite the threat of Pancake Breakfast and storms. Over $128,000 was raised by our gracious attendees. 4 Maple Sugaring Celebration Our volunteers come from many different backgrounds. Did you know that our summer camp runs with the help of some great February 22, 2014 dedicated teenage volunteers? Snow date: March 1, 2014 4 Once again, thousands of visitors were able to enjoy our beautiful We need volunteers to help to cook native butterflies due to the efforts of our Butterfly House and serve pancakes and sausage management team, docents and netters. to hundreds of visitors.

17 DEVELOPMENT & 11th Annual Tyler at Twilight Auction Presented by Exelon Generation A big thank you goes to the entire Tyler community for making our 11th Annual Tyler at Twilight Auction such a tremendous success. Despite the torrential weather forecast, the majestic tent on the Arboretum’s Painter Lawn transformed the grounds and protected guests from the elements to make for a wonderful party with good food, music and socializing. More than 250 guests enjoyed browsing and bidding at tables filled with a variety of silent auction items in addition to a fun live auction in the middle of the events. Dr. Jerry Francesco, Mrs. Lucille Francesco, Preliminary fundraising results indicate a gross of $115,000 to help the general Mrs. Judy Strine, and Mr. William Strine operating budget at Tyler Arboretum. The generosity of everyone at the auction, in addition to all the sponsors and donors who could not be with us for the evening, helped make this possible.

Through a special cash appeal during the live auction, Tyler raised an additional Mrs. Annette $13,500 to complete the installation of a storage barn for the equipment used here Richter peruses at Tyler. Thank you to all who supported this important project. the silent auction items. We are grateful to auction chair Aralisha Newbold for her work in overseeing the entire event as well as all the committee members. Special thanks to Restaurant Showcase participants who donated their time and delicious fare: Fresco Pizza & Grill LaLocanda Great Harvest Bread Co. Margaret Kuo’s Peking Jeffrey A. Miller Catering Company Spice Indian Thai Bistro Jimmy’s BBQ Viso’s Family Bakery

Tyler also appreciates Classic Entertainment who contributed DJ services again this year as well as Pinocchio’s Restaurant & Beer Garden To Go who contributed the beer for the event. And a special thank you to our musicians, Dr. Mac Given and Andrea Carlson, who helped welcome everyone into the festivities, Master of Ceremonies Sue Serio of Fox 29 News for keeping the evening's activities going, and Auctioneer Michael Wilson of Wilson's Auctioneers and Appraisers for helping make the live auction such a success! Auction Committee: Aralisha Newbold, Chair Susan Howe Bill Strine Monica Bodor Lisa Lawler Ingrid Swesey Linda H. Ciavarelli, DPM Jill Liebling Trine Vanderwall Sue Serio, Master of Ceremonies, selects the Rick Colbert Sally Rogers Tara Wood winning raffle ticket from Rick Colbert, Michelle Frank Executive Director.

Tyler at Twilight Auction Sponsors

A special thank you to all our sponsors Glenmede National Realty Corporation Bryn Mawr Trust Company who helped raise much needed funds KPMG LLP Paul, Flandreau and Berger, LLP Chubb Group of Insurance Co. for Tyler’s general operating budget. Marsh USA Inc Pepper Hamilton LLP Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Damico, Jr. Messick & Lauer P.C. Protiviti, Inc. DNB First PRESENTING SPONSOR Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP The SafeGard Group, Inc. ERM Mr. & Mrs. Michael Donohue Stifel Investment Banking First Priority Bank Schmidt Properties TD Bank Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union Wawa, Inc. Walter M Strine & Alice Washco Graham Partners, Inc. GOLD SPONSORS Strine Foundation Ms. Reams-Henofer & Mr. Henofer Cannon Properties, Inc. SILVER SPONSORS Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP Dechert LLP Willis North America Inc. Township of Middletown Eastdil Secured, LLC Elko & Associates Travelers Ernst & Young Elwyn Pharmacy FRIENDS Whole Foods Glen Mills Iron Workers Bank ACE USA

18 ADVANCEMENT Grants & Special Gifts Gifts Received March 11, 2013 – June 13, 2013 $11,750 Dr. & Mrs. Jerry M. Francesco $5,000 Longwood Graduate Professional Outreach Project (POP) This special gift funded concept plans for a new Ten students from the Longwood Graduate Program in Edible Garden being planned for the meadow by the Public Horticulture will implement Tyler’s vision to have maintenance shop. The purpose of the Center will be an exhibit that reflects the plants and look of the historic to provide gardeners and students with up-to-date landscape created by the Painter brothers. The essence of information and forward-thinking approaches to this proposed project is to develop a historic exhibit that ecologically holistic food gardening practices in a educates visitors about the core historical genesis of the venue that offers a hands-on experience. Arboretum itself. Many Thanks to our Generous Friends, Sponsors, Donors $5,000+ The Country Gardeners of Lima $250–$499 Mr. & Mrs. John E. Colburn, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Shipley A. Allinson Dr. & Mrs. Jerry M. Francesco $500–$999 Mr. Jeffry Cadorette Dental Health Care Associates Mr. John Fowler IV $2,500–$4,999 Mr. & Mrs. Tom Kaiden Mr. & Mrs. David J. Frank Mr. & Mrs. Jason Ingle PNC Foundation Matching Mr. Andrew L. Hunt Gift Program Sandra & Bruce Lutz $1,000–$2,499 The Rotary Club of Media Dr. Barbara Norton & Mr. & Mrs. John E. Colburn Verizon Foundation – Verizon Dr. David Warner Victoria Will & Michael Kowalski Employee Engagement Welcome to These New & Renewing Members March 11, 2013 – June 13, 2013 Circle of Friends are members who contribute at a higher level ($300+), providing essential support to the sustainability and conservation of Tyler’s 650 acres of open space, diverse ecosystems and historic collections. The Steward level offers a chance for nature and art lovers to show their support for the Arboretum and contribute to the preservation of its legacy. Contributors at Steward level ($150+) receive privileges through both the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) program, and the Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) program, gaining access to hundreds of museums around the country. STEWARDS Wayne & Marilyn Keller Mrs. Walters & Ms. Sears Mr. & Mrs. J. Robert Banks Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Le Lan Mr. & Mrs. Warmann Dr. Peter Bernstein & Mrs. Ala Hamilton-Day Mr. Andrew Loughrey & Ms. Bonny Hodges Mrs. Penelope P. Watkins Ms. Christine Blidan Mr. & Mrs. John Mahoney Mr. & Mrs. Wellington Ms. Marcela Bonilla Mr. & Mrs. James J. McElhone, Jr. Mr. John Wenderoth & Mrs. Annette Hearing Mr. & Mrs. Braun Mr. Francis Miller & Ms. Linda Chen David A. Whinfrey Mr. & Mrs. Brooks Mr. James F. Mitchell III Mr. & Mrs. Richard N. Young Mr. & Mrs. James F. Browne Mr. & Mrs. Dennis M. Morris Mr. & Mrs. Kent Davidson Mr. Dwight Morrow & Ms. Monica Holland CIRCLE OF FRIENDS Mrs. Aldys C. Davis Mr. & Mrs. Thomas O'Brien Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Damico, Jr. Ms. Paula DeLucco Mr. & Mrs. Piper Dr. & Mrs. James M. England Mrs. Mary Jane Diemer Ms. Andrea Polachek & Family Kristine & Richard Hughey Mr. & Mrs. Edwin Erickson III Mrs. Marianne Price Mr. & Mrs. Tom Kaiden Mr. Francis A. Gansz Mr. & Mrs. Schaeffer Dr. Evelyn Kritchevsky Mr. & Mrs. James Gastner Mr. & Mrs. Schultz Sandra & Bruce Lutz Mr. & Mrs. Gellert Ms. Shooster & Mr. Bohm Dr. Barbara Norton &Dr. David Warner Darcy & Jeff Gibb Drs. William & Nicole Surkis Mr. & Mrs. Gerald O'Dell Mr. & Mrs. Irwin Mrs. Jayne Tamburello & Dr. Eugene Joyce Victoria Will & Michael Kowalski Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Jackman Mr. & Mrs. James Viner If you would like information about upgrading your membership and becoming a Circle of Friends or Steward Member, please contact Jill Liebling, Development Manager, at 610-566-9134 x267.

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Tarantulas at Tyler

By Steve Tessler Some very unusual spiders “parachute” with its silk live on Tyler Arboretum catching in the wind, thus property, and Atypus allowing the baby spiders to snetsingeri is one of them. float away on the breeze. Atypus snetsingeri is a purse- web spider in the family Spiders come in a variety of Atypidae and is truly our shapes and colors at Tyler own, because it is only in autumn, if you care to known from Delaware notice. These include large County, Pa. Purse-web and small orb-web weavers, spiders are related to sheet weavers, funnel weavers, tarantulas and trap-door plus a smattering of pirate, spiders and are considered fishing, wolf, lynx, crab and primitive. They dig a narrow jumping spiders. It’s probably burrow in the soil and line a spider's appetite for insects it with silk, then extend the and other arthropods that silk tube above ground and defines its role in the local After its prey is brought inside, the attached it to the base of a tree or ecology, but it is the things they do hole is promptly repaired from inside shrub. Finally, they camouflage it with silk that captures most people’s and the spider retreats underground with bits of soil and debris. attention—that and running around to eat in safety, as if nothing has where you don't want them. happened and the tube is once again These spiders hunt from inside their safe to walk on. A female purse-web silken tube, detecting vibrations of Join the October Spider Hike to learn spider can live for many years and whatever small creatures happen to everything you didn't know about she mates and lays her eggs in her walk over it. The spider attacks by spiders, find various autumn species tube. Once hatched, the spiderlings using one fang to impale its victim and visit the Atypus spider colony to remain in the tube with their mother through the silk and hold it, then help dig some up for observation. and share her prey until the following uses the other fang to slice a hole in See Tyler Programs for more details. spring when they leave to disperse the tube big enough to drag it in. by ballooning, i.e. creating a tiny

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