Morris Arboretum
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All Membership Levels Include: Premier Memberships • FREE unlimited general admission for a year. Premier Memberships admit up to two named • Complimentary one-time use guest passes. adults and their children (or up to 4 grandchildren) • DISCOUNTS in the Shop, at the Café, and 18 and under. on educational classes and excursions. • DISCOUNTS at local garden centers and Beech $125 - 4 free passes other retailers. $240 (2 Year Membership ~ Save $10) 8 free passes • FREE or discounted admission to special events. Members enjoy all the general benefits, plus • SHOP FIRST at our Plant Sale, plus • Invitation to the Holiday Garden Railway Evening. 1 FREE bonus plant. • Child Care Provider Benefit. • RECIPROCAL ADMISSION privileges to more than 300 gardens. Chestnut $175 - 6 free passes • Seasons newsletter. Members enjoy all the benefits of Beech, plus • E-Newsletter, keeps you up-to-date on all our events. • BRING 2 FRIENDS – Show your membership card • Morris Arboretum automobile decal. and get free admission for two additional guests every time you visit the Arboretum. General Memberships • Attend the Plant Sale Preview. Holly $250 - 8 free passes Individual - 2 free passes Members enjoy all the benefits of Chestnut, plus $65 (1 Year Membership) • Beautiful full-color calendar. $120 (2 Year Membership ~ Save $5) 4 free passes • Invitations to exclusive Arboretum events for • Admits one named adult. Premier members. • Additional bonus plant at the Plant Sale (2 total). Dual - 2 free passes $80 (1 Year Membership) Enjoy additional benefits at the Oak ($500), Laurel $150 (2 Year Membership ~ Save $10) 4 free ($1,000), and Collectors Circle ($2,500) membership 1 passes levels. Please call (215) 247-5777, ext. 151 for details • Admits two named adults. or visit our website. RENEW OR JOIN NOW ONLINE AT Family - 2 free passes www.morrisarboretum.org $100 (1 Year Membership) $190 (2 Year Membership ~ Save $10) 4 free passes Membership prices and benefits are subject to change • Admits up to two named adults and their children without notice. 18 and under (or up to 4 grandchildren).
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The Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania is an educational institution that promotes an understanding of the important relationships between people and plants. Founded in 1887 as the private estate of John and Lydia Morris, brother and sister, the Arboretum today is an interdisciplinary center that integrates art, science, and the humanities. It is the official arboretum of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The 92-acre public garden, located in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, provides an idyllic setting for historical architectural features as well as provides a fine collection of contemporary sculpture. Specialty garden areas include the Rose Garden, Swan Pond, English Park, Asian gardens, meadows, and woodlands. More than 12,000 labeled woody plants from around the world grow here along with superior plants for urban and community landscapes. The Arboretum provides internships, school tours, adult and professional education, lectures, and other special events. Come visit us. Admission is $17 for adults, $15 for seniors, $9 for students and youth ages 3 to 18 years. It is free to members and children under 3. Special tours for the public are held on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Other tours by reservation only; please call (215) 247-5777, ext. 157. HOURS Weekdays: 10am-4pm 10am-8pm (Wednesdays in June, July and August) Weekends: 10am-5pm (April-October) 2 10am-4pm (November-March) Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Please note: Parking adjacent to the Visitor Center is sometimes at full capacity on nice weather weekends. If you visit after noon, you may be required to park at the bottom of the hill and be shuttled into the garden. at a glance
Culinary Adventures...... 5 Behind the Scenes...... 8 Trips...... 10 Health & Wellness...... 14 Growing Minds...... 16 Horticulture & Design...... 22 Botany...... 28 Creative Expressions...... 29 Calling All Birders...... 33 School of Arboriculture...... 37 Connections Beyond our Garden Lecture Series...... 43 Woody Plant Conference...... 44 contents
Starting Time Title Page # Date Classes listed by starting date
February
1 2:00 p.m. The Critical Role of Plants in the Urban Landscape ...... 43 5 2:00 p.m. Nature Sleuths, (Ages 5-7) Session I ...... 20 18 10:00 a.m. Grow Your Own Vegetables and Annuals from Seed ...... 22 23 9:00 a.m. Diagnosing and Detecting Woody Plant Disorders ...... 37 24 9:00 a.m. Preserving Trees During Construction ...... 37 March 3 9:00 a.m. Managing Forest Fragments ...... 38 4 10:00 a.m. Designing, Planning, and Planting your Vegetable Garden, Organically ...... 22 4 10:30 a.m. Floral Design in Vases: Techniques for Arranging Loose Flowers ...... 29 5 2:00 p.m. Approaching Sustainability ...... 43 10 10:00 a.m. A Journey into the Microscopic World of the Mosses ...... 28 11 9:30 a.m. Rose Pruning: How and When to Prune ...... 23 12 7:30 a.m. Birding at Chincoteague and Other Great Refuges ...... 33 12 12:30 p.m. Cast Paper Vessels ...... 29 13 10:30 a.m. Seeds to Sprouts, Spring Adventures! (Ages 2–4) Session I ...... 16 15 9:00 a.m. Introductory Tree Climbing ...... 39 15 10:30 a.m. Storytime Nature Yoga (Ages 2–4) Session I ...... 16 17 10:30 a.m. Free Storytime at the Arboretum (Ages 1–5) ...... 17 3 18 1:30 p.m. Whimsical Fairy Garden Workshop ...... 29 21 10:00 a.m. Pruning Shrubs for Maximum Health and Beauty: A Hands-on Class ...... 39 21 10:00 a.m. Flowers 101: Simple, Easy, Spectacular Arrangements ...... 30 23 2:00 p.m. Science Discovery for Homeschoolers ...... 17 24 9:00 a.m. Reading the Land through Climate Change ...... 40 25 8:00 a.m. Birding at the Arboretum: A Local Hotspot, Session I ...... 34 25 1:30 p.m. Exploring the Hidden Life of a Toad (Ages 6 and up) ...... 20 28 7:00 p.m. Butterfly Basics: Enhancing Your Home Pollinator Garden ...... 23 30 9:00 a.m. Fundamentals of Soil Science ...... 40 30 10:00 a.m. Winter Tree Identification ...... 28 31 9:00 a.m. Caring for Mature Trees ...... 40 April 4 10:30 a.m. Floral Design in Vases: Techniques for Arranging Loose Flowers...... 29 5 10:30 a.m. Magnificent Magnolias ...... 8 6 9:15 a.m. Cherry Blossoms, Cedar Grove, and Shofuso: the Japanese House ...... 10 6 10:30 a.m. Pests and Diseases: A Home Gardener’s Guide ...... 24 7 8:30 a.m. Tree Appraisal Workshop ...... 41 11 9:00 a.m. Insects Pests of Woody Plants ...... 42 12 1:00 p.m. Birds of Prey: Spring Break Live Raptor Demonstration ...... 18 13 1:00 p.m. LEGO® Mini Garden Spring Break Workshop ...... 18 13 7:00 p.m. Native Plants: Getting Started ...... 24 18 4:00 p.m. Kids Click! Nature Photography Workshop (Ages 8–12) ...... 19 20 8:00 a.m. Birding at the Arboretum: A Local Hotspot, Session II ...... 34 20 6:30 p.m. Kokedama Workshop: The Art of Japanese Hanging Gardens ...... 25 21 9:00 a.m. Emerald Ash Borer: Controlling the Spread...... 42 22 10:00 a.m. Rain Gardens: Beautiful and Sustainable Design ...... 25 22 10:00 a.m. Introduction to Aquaponics ...... 24 contents
22 1:00 p.m. Kombucha: Learn the Brewing Secrets...... 5 22 1:00 p.m. Blending Essential Oils for Health and Wellness...... 14 23 10:30 a.m. Walking Mindfulness Meditation...... 14 23 1:00 p.m. Great Plants and Places: Staff Favorites...... 8 24 10:30 a.m. Seeds to Sprouts, Spring Adventures! (Ages 2–4) Session II...... 16 28 11:15 a.m. Little Explorers (Ages 1–5)...... 18 29 10:00 a.m. Pickling Basics...... 5 29 9:00 a.m. At Home in the Garden Series: A Garden Tour...... 26 May 3 7:30 a.m. Birding at Bowman’s Hill...... 34 3 10:30 a.m. Storytime Nature Yoga (Ages 2–4) Session II...... 16 4 7:15 a.m. Brooklyn Bridge Park and Brooklyn Botanic Garden...... 11 6 10:00 a.m. Create a Terrarium in a Pedestal Glass Urn...... 30 6 12:30 p.m. Kid’s Mother’s Day Botanical Wreath Workshop (Ages 7–12)...... 21 9 7:00 p.m. A Mixed Border for all Seasons...... 26 13 8:30 a.m. Birding at the Andorra Natural Area...... 34 16 7:30 a.m. Birding the Perkiomen Trail...... 35 16 7:00 p.m. Yoga in the Garden: Ten Enchanted Evenings...... 14 17 9:00 a.m. Reclaiming Industrial and Maritime Philadelphia...... 12 20 10:00 a.m. Hypertufa Trough Planting Workshop...... 27 20 10:30 a.m. The Art of Japanese Ink Painting...... 31 20 1:00 p.m. Architecture and Landscape of Chestnut Hill: A Walking Tour...... 12 21 10:30 a.m. Impressionist Painting...... 31 21 1:00 p.m. Honey Tasting and Workshop...... 6 4
21 2:00 p.m. Nature Sleuths, (Ages 5–7) Session II...... 20 Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum 22 4:00 p.m. Early Evening Birding at the Arboretum...... 35 24 1:00 p.m. Illustrated Nature Journaling...... 32 25 6:30 p.m. All About Malt: The Basis of Beer...... 6 June 1 7:30 a.m. Horseshoe Crabs and Migrating Shore Birds...... 36 3 9:00 a.m. Saturday Morning Yoga in the Garden...... 15 3 10:00 a.m. Exploring Houston Meadows...... 13 3 1:00 p.m. Aerial Photography with UAVs (Drones)...... 32 6 8:30 a.m. Fantastic Philadelphia: Mt. Moriah Cemetery and Bartram’s Garden...... 13 9 6:00 p.m. Family Overnight at Bloomfield Farm...... 9 10 9:30 a.m. Digital Garden Photography: Seeing, Composing, and Creating the Image..32 14 5:30 p.m. Summer Grilling in the Garden...... 7 15 8:00 a.m. Bird Banding at Crossways Preserve...... 36 17 1:00 p.m. Wild Edible Plant Walk...... 7 20 10:00 a.m. Butterfly Walk...... 27 24 1:00 p.m. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Pizza Class...... 7 28 5:00 p.m. Hops and History: A Tour of Bloomfield Farm...... 9 July 6 10:30 a.m. Art Explorations in Nature (Ages 3–5)...... 19 10 10:30 a.m. Seeds to Sprouts, Spring Adventures! (Ages 2–4) Session III...... 16 15 10:00 a.m. Leaf Casting in Concrete...... 33 21 8:30 a.m. Woody Plant Conference...... 44 culinary adventures Register Now!
Kombucha: Learn the Brewing Secrets Olga Sorzano Founder, Baba’s Brew Kombucha, the beverage the ancient Chinese called the “immortal health elixir,” has a rich history of providing health benefits to those who drink it. Made from sweetened tea that has been fermented by bacteria and yeast, kombucha has become a force in the health food market in recent years as a delicious, sparkling, probiotic beverage. In this class, you will learn everything you need to safely brew tasty and healthy kombucha at home. Olga Sorzano is the founder of Baba’s Brew, Chester County’s local, organic, sustainable, and traditional kombucha nano- brewery. She will reveal the centuries-old secret of making kombucha, as well as other fermented beverages such as jun and water kefir. The class includes all-you-can-drink kombucha, plus a kombucha starter kit so you can put your new skills to good use at home. We will meet at Bloomfield Farm. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the Horticulture Center. 5 Saturday, April 22 Members: $40 1–2:30 p.m. Non-members: $45
Pickling Basics Marissa McClellan Cookbook Author and Food Blogger Learn the basics of pickling with cookbook author and Food in Jars blogger, Marisa McClellan. She will walk you through the steps of pickling carrots in a vinegar brine and fermenting cucumbers in a salt water brine. Marisa will also show you how to safely preserve the vinegar pickles using the boiling water bath method. All students will go home with the recipes and canning details, as well as a jar of carrot pickles made in class that day. We will meet at Bloomfield Farm. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the Horticulture Center.
Saturday, April 29 Members: $40 10 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $45 Register Now! culinary adventures
Honey Tasting and Workshop Stephanie Bruneau Owner, The Benevolent Bee Not only is honey a treat to eat, but it can be beneficial in so many ways. In this delicious and fun hands-on workshop, you will learn how and why honey is produced by the bees, some of its uses throughout history, and its amazing medicinal and nutritional properties. Together we will explore how bees carry the benefits of the flowers and herbs from which they collect nectar back to their hives to create amazing medicinal honey varietals - such as manuka honey from the New Zealand Tea Tree, and others. The workshop will include a tasting of local and varietal honeys, and a hands-on project where workshop participants together will make and taste a medicinal honey syrup. Stephanie Bruneau is passionate about bees and the products of the honeybee hive. In her apiary at the West Laurel Hill Cemetery in Bala Cynwyd, she harvests honey, collects wax, and teaches about bees and bee behavior. We will meet at Bloomfield Farm. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the Horticulture Center.
Sunday, May 21 Members: $30 1–3 p.m. Non-members: $35
All About Malt: The Basis of Beer Mark Brault 6 Owner, Deer Creek Malthouse Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Enjoy an evening of sampling local beer and learning about the craft behind one of its primary ingredients. Probably the most important ingredient in beer, malted grain provides the sugars for yeast to ferment and produces a wide range of colors and flavors in beer. Mark Brault, owner of local Deer Creek Malthouse, will explore how they process local barley, wheat, rye and other grains using the traditional method of floor malting. Deer Creek’s artisan malts supply top Pennsylvania craft breweries, including Troegs, Victory, and Tired Hands. Tasting samples of malt and beer will be provided to experience the diversity of malted grain and its influence on craft beer.
Thursday, May 25 Members: $30 6:30–8 p.m. Non-members: $35 culinary adventures Register Now!
Summer Grilling in the Garden Josh Hunter Morris Arboretum Chef and Owner, Company’s Coming Catering Join Morris Arboretum chef, Josh Hunter for an evening of instructional grilling in the garden. In this class, you will learn how to prepare simple, light, and flavorful entrées and accompanying side dishes on the grill. Chef Hunter will also demonstrate how to prepare his delicious, award-winning smoked rib and discuss safe handling techniques of poultry, meats, and seafood. Wednesday, June 14 Members: $36 5:30–7:30 p.m. Non-members: $42
Wild Edible Plant Walk Lynn Landes Founder, Wild Foodies of Philly Many of us love to munch on blackberries and raspberries, but did you know there are a variety of edible fruits, shoots, and roots you can learn to identify in your own backyard? Join Lynn Landes on an informal guided walk where we will see, touch, and smell a variety of wild food plants that you will learn to forage safely on your own. Everyone will get a copy of Lynn’s 7 Wild Foodies of Philly Field Guide handout to use on your own foraging adventures. Saturday, June 17 Members: $25 1–3 p.m. Non-members: $30
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Pizza Class Peggy Paul Casella Cookbook Editor and Writer If you or your kids are fans of TMNT and you like great pizza, this class taught by the author of the new TMNT pizza cookbook will be the perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon. Peggy will guide you through all the steps for making outstanding pizzas at home and will offer a variety of ideas to use garden fresh veggies in ways you have never dreamed of. Samples will be available throughout the class for you to try. If you want to get inspired before the class, take a look at some of her pizza handiwork at her blog www.ThursdayNightPizza.com. Children ages 10 and up are welcome. Saturday, June 24 Members: $36 1–3 p.m. Non-members: $42 Register Now! behind the scenes
Magnificent Magnolias Jehane Samaha The Martha J. Wallace Endowed Plant Propagation Intern, Morris Arboretum Join Morris Arboretum intern Jehane Samaha for a walking tour of the Arboretum’s beautiful magnolia collection. With a dazzling range of flower colors and scents, magnolias from around the 8 world amaze and inspire. We will go beyond the aesthetic qualities of the collection, delving into Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum topics of plant conservation, history, phenology, and botany. Please dress for the weather. Meet at the Arboretum’s Visitor Center.
Wednesday, April 5 Members: $25 10:30 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $30
Great Plants and Places: Staff Favorites Kate Deregibus Horticulturist, Morris Arboretum Take a tour of the Arboretum’s English Park with staff horticulturist Kate Deregibus. This area of the Arboretum was inspired by English landscapes that featured sweeps of gently rolling lawns set against groves of trees with classical temples, fountains, and other picturesque architecture, designed to recreate an idyllic pastoral landscape. You will find all of these features in the Arboretum’s English Park. Kate, the long-time gardener in this area of the Arboretum, who has a particular interest in spring-blooming wildflowers, will take you to some of the places in this landscape that she likes best and point out some of her favorite plants. She will discuss the conditions they prefer and the care that they require. Learn tips from an expert as she shares her section of the garden with you. Please dress for the weather. Meet at the Arboretum’s Visitor Center. Sunday, April 23 Members: $25 1–2:30 p.m. Non-members: $30 behind the scenes Register Now!
Family Overnight at Bloomfield Farm Enjoy an overnight getaway with family and friends at Morris Arboretum’s Bloomfield Farm. Arrive after dinner or with a picnic on Friday evening (no cooking please). Bring all that you need for camping: tent, sleeping bag and pad, flash light, folding chair, camp stories, etc. Pitch your tent by historic Springfield Mills, enjoy a communal camp fire, and toast marshmallows. There will be an evening nature walk led by Arboretum staff. Fireflies are expected in the meadows. Take a break from your routine without going far from home. On Saturday morning breakfast will be provided. You may want to bring your binoculars. The price is per tent with a limit of four persons per tent. Registration is limited to ten tents. Bloomfield Farm is located on East Northwestern Avenue directly opposite from the Morris Arboretum’s public garden entrance.
Friday, June 9 to Saturday, June 10 Members: $80 Arrive after dinner at 6 p.m. on Friday Non-members: $90 Depart by 10:30 a.m. Saturday
Hops and History: A Tour of Bloomfield Farm Bob Gutowski Director of Education and Visitor Experience 9 Enjoy an evening walking tour of Bloomfield Farm followed by a beer tasting in the historic Springfield Mills. The Farm is not usually open to the public so take this opportunity to explore its historic structures, landscape, fauna, and special plants. Arboretum staff historian, Bob Gutowski will help you explore the Bloomfield Barn, Springfield Mills, and other features. The mill has been restored to operation with much of its century- old machinery. The mill buildings dating back to the 1760s include the Arboretum’s oldest architectural features. After the tour we will taste a variety of interesting local beers while enjoying the atmosphere of the mill and its setting along the Wissahickon. Snacks will be included. Dress to explore. Meet in the Bloomfield Farm parking lot. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Take the second right into the parking lot where Bob will be waiting for you.
Wednesday, June 28 Members: $40 5–7 p.m. Non-members: $45 Register Now! trips
Please note that departure times are listed with each trip description. Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to allow for a prompt departure.
Cherry Blossoms, Cedar Grove, and Shofuso: the Japanese House Anthony Aiello The Gayle E. Maloney Director of Horticulture and Curator, Morris Arboretum Join Arboretum curator Tony Aiello on a trip into the Morris family past with a visit to Cedar Grove, one of the oldest houses open to the public in Fairmount Park and the summer home for five generations of the Morris family. Originally situated on fifteen acres in the Frankford section of Philadelphia, it was built in 1748 and donated to the City of Philadelphia by Lydia Morris in 1926. It was meticulously taken apart and reassembled at its present location in the Park. Cedar Grove provides a rare opportunity to see furniture from early Pennsylvania through Neoclassical styles and a wide range of Morris Family heirlooms and household articles displayed in their own historic context. We will also visit a beautiful Philadelphia gem, Shofuso, often known as the Japanese House in Fairmount Park. Shofuso is a 17th century-style Japanese house with a teahouse, flowering cherry trees, garden, koi pond and island. It was built in Japan in 1953 using traditional building techniques and exhibited in the courtyard at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. It was moved to Fairmount Park in 1958. Park in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk. We will travel by bus. Wear socks as you will be asked to remove your shoes at Shofuso. 10 Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Thursday, April 6 Members: $70 9:15 a.m. –3:30 p.m. Non-members: $80 trips Register Now!
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Brooklyn Bridge Park and Brooklyn Botanic Garden Jessica Slade Natural Areas Horticulturist, Morris Arboretum On this trip we will explore Brooklyn Bridge Park, an 85-acre park on the Brooklyn side of the East River in New York City. The park has revitalized more than a mile of Brooklyn’s post- industrial waterfront, which includes Brooklyn Piers and the historic Fulton Ferry Landing. Park construction began in 2008, and the first six acres of the park opened in 2010 at Pier 1, including a waterfront promenade, lawns, a playground, and the Granite Prospect. Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a 52-acre garden that includes a number of specialty gardens, plant collections, and the Steinhardt Conservatory, which houses three climate-themed plant pavilions. Founded in 1910, the garden contains more than 10,000 taxa of plants. Some of the specialty gardens include the Japanese Hill- and-Pond Garden, the Cranford Rose Garden, and the Shakespeare Garden. We will leave by coach bus from the Morris Arboretum. Park in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk. The cost of the trip includes coach bus transportation, admission, and lunch.
Thursday, May 4 Members: $100 7:15 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Non-members: $110 Register Now! trips
Reclaiming Industrial and Maritime Philadelphia: Reading Viaduct and the Independence Seaport Museum Aaron Goldblatt Executive Member, Friends of Rail Park Join us for a street-level walking tour along the proposed three-mile Rail Park site. Learn more about Philadelphia’s historic Reading Viaduct and plans for creating an elevated park. The Viaduct, which carried trains into the city for almost 100 years, transects diverse and rapidly redeveloping neighborhoods just north of Center City. Redevelopment of the Viaduct into a park is underway, with great views of local neighborhoods and the Philadelphia skyline. We will have a picnic lunch at Pier 68. At the Independence Seaport Museum we will tour the historic 1892 Cruiser, Olympia, the oldest steel warship afloat in the world and the only surviving naval ship from the Spanish-American War and the Becuna, a submarine launched in 1944 that patrolled the Pacific Ocean. The museum is also the region's primary repository of art, artifacts and archival materials documenting the diverse maritime history of the Delaware Valley. We will leave by bus from the Morris Arboretum. Park in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk. The cost of the trip includes bus or van transportation, admission, and lunch.
Wednesday, May 17 Members: $90 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Non-members: $95
Architecture and 12 Landscape of Chestnut Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Hill: A Walking Tour Barry Jeffries Landscape Architect and Morris Arboretum Guide Join us for a tour of the unique landscape and historic architecture of the St. Martin’s area of Chestnut Hill. Adjacent to the natural treasures of the Wissahickon Valley, this community continues to be blessed with many uniquely designed areas with historic homes and gardens, earning it the title of Philadelphia’s “Garden Suburb.” There are fascinating connections that exist between the history and development of the St. Martin’s area, landscape gardening, and the Morris Arboretum. We will examine this community’s rich architectural and landscape design legacy that has contributed to making this a very desirable suburban enclave in the Philadelphia area. Be prepared to walk. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Meet in front of Building 10 at Chestnut Hill Academy/Springside School, 500 West Willow Grove Avenue.
Saturday, May 20 Members: $25 1–3 p.m. Non-members: $30 trips Register Now!
Exploring Houston Meadows Ken LeRoy Certified Arborist, John B. Ward Tree Experts Houston Meadows, which is part of Fairmount Park, is the most biologically diverse ecosystem in the Wissahickon Valley. The upland sandy deposit of soil gives the vegetation a unique open meadow character. Native grasses and herbaceous plants (Andropogon and Eupatorium species) form a matrix of sod that stabilizes the meadow. Ericacious shrubs (Vaccinium and Gaylussacia species) thrive in the acidic barren-like soils. Colonizing trees (Betula and Populus species) border the meadow. Many bird and insect species thrive in this diverse and open meadow. We will explore the geographical boundaries and the plants, animals, and insects of this wonderful little world. Be prepared to walk. Bring a snack and something to drink. Meet at the Houston Playground. Directions to Houston Playground: From the Arboretum, turn left onto East Northwestern Avenue to Germantown Avenue; turn left and go ½ mile up the hill to W. Bells Mill Road. Turn right on W. Bells Mill, cross Forbidden Drive and follow to first left at Lykens Lane. Go 0.2 miles to Manatawna Avenue and turn left. Take the 1st right onto Wissahickon Avenue. Cross Clyde and turn left onto Grakyn Lane (one-way street). Park along Grakyn and meet in front of the Houston Playground pavilion.
Saturday, June 3 Members: $36 10:00 a.m–1 p.m. Non-members: $45
13 Fantastic Philadelphia: Mt. Moriah Cemetery and Bartram’s Garden Mount Moriah Cemetery in southwest Philly is a grand rural cemetery and with 380 acres, it is the largest cemetery in Pennsylvania. Incorporated in 1855, for many years it suffered from neglect and mismanagement. It has two military plots dating back to the Civil War, and an ornate brownstone gatehouse. We will learn about the history and future of Mt. Moriah and tour the gravesites, many with beautiful stone carvings, of some of the well-known Philadelphians buried there. We will then head to Bartram’s Garden, the home of plantsman, John Bartram, for lunch and a tour. The 1728 house and the garden in front have just undergone large-scale restoration. The “Carr Garden” has been restored to reflect its early 19th-century peak as a nursery for then-new species from Asia. We will tour the house and learn about the recently completed restoration project. Meet at the Arboretum. Park in the meadow to the left of the entrance kiosk. We will travel by van. The fee includes admissions that help support Mt. Moriah and Bartram’s, lunch, and van transportation.
Tuesday, June 6 Members: $85 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Non-members: $95 Register Now! health and wellness
Blending Essential Oils for Health and Wellness Megan Koppel Natural Health Educator Join us as we explore how to most effectively use therapeutic grade essential oils for health and home this spring. Learn how they can be used to combat seasonal ailments, head and neck tension, promote healthy skin and so much more! Oils can even be used as green cleaning products in your home. In our DIY workshop, you will make a blend that is perfectly suited to your family's needs to take home and begin using right away. Meghan is a natural health educator and began using essential oils when she observed significant relief for her young daughter. Saturday, April 22 Members: $25 1–2:30 p.m. Non-members: $30
Walking Mindfulness Meditation Sara Trohaugh Yoga Teacher and Therapeutic Massage Practitioner Mindfulness meditation is a form of meditation designed to develop the skills of deep listening to our inner and outer experiences with acceptance, patience, and compassion. Mindfulness guides us to become more aware of thoughts and the sensory world: of what we are hearing, feeling, smelling, and experiencing through the body in the present moment, either inside or outside of ourselves. Amidst the beautiful setting of the Arboretum, this class will guide us to use mindfulness meditation practices 14 to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of nature and be fully present with ourselves as we stroll through Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum the Arboretum. Sara Trohaugh is a longtime yoga instructor and massage therapist in the Philadelphia area. In addition to completing multiple yoga and therapeutic massage trainings, she has studied with the Penn Program for Mindfulness. Sara’s teaching encourages students to connect deeply with their inner knowing and through the guidance of meditation and yoga practices to live more fully and joyfully in the present moment. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Four Sundays, April 23, 30 May 7, 21 Members: $75 Raindate: June 4 Non-members: $80 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Yoga in the Garden: Ten Enchanted Evenings Jennifer Schelter Founder, Mindful Strategies for Living and The Radiant Retreat The incredible beauty of summer nights at the Morris Arboretum provides the backdrop for this unique opportunity to study inspirational Vinyasa (flow style) yoga led by Jennifer Schelter, one of Philadelphia’s premier yoga teachers. Participants learn the basics of yoga: breathing, mindfulness meditation, balance, strength, flexibility, core awareness, and deep relaxation surrounded by the Arboretum’s peaceful ambiance. Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Inhale the sweet smell of flowers, and feel your skin aglow with the setting sun. Benefits include physical ease, balance and flexibility, reduction in stress and anxiety, increased energy, calm rejuvenation, inspiration, gratitude, health and wellness Register Now!
laughter, fun, and community. All are welcome including beginners. Learn more about the instructor at www.jenniferschelter.com. Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. Refunds will only be given five business days before the first session of the course. No class, or attendee, substitutions are permitted.
Ten Tuesdays: May 16, 23, 30 June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25 Raindate: August 1 7–8:15 p.m.
Members: $180 for ten sessions, $100 for five Non-members: $200 for ten sessions, $120 for five Walk-ins for a single session $25, cash and checks only
Saturday Morning Yoga in the Garden Jennifer Schelter Founder, Mindful Strategies for Living and The Radiant Retreat Rejuvenate yourself on Saturdays with a yoga class in a beautiful setting. The Morris Arboretum provides the backdrop for this unique opportunity to study inspirational Vinyasa (flow style) yoga led by Jennifer Schelter, one of Philadelphia’s premier yoga teachers. You will learn the basics of yoga: breathing, mindfulness meditation, balance, strength, flexibility, core awareness, and deep 15 relaxation surrounded by the Arboretum’s peaceful ambiance. Benefits include physical ease, balance and flexibility, reduction in stress and anxiety, increased energy, inspiration, gratitude, laughter, fun, and community. All are welcome including beginners. Learn more about the instructor at www. jenniferschelter.com. Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. Refunds will only be given five business days before the first session of the course. No class, or attendee, substitutions are permitted. Four Saturdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 Members: $75 Raindate: Saturday, July 1 Non-members: $80 9–10:15 a.m. Register Now!
Growing Minds at Morris Arboretum is a program series for kids and families that inspires a sense of wonder about the natural world within the beautiful setting of the Morris Arboretum. The classes represented in this section offer children and their caregivers the opportunity to connect meaningfully with nature, through a wide variety of creative and educational programs. Take a look and sign up for these programs that are certain to be enriching, fun, and memorable!
WEEKDAY DAYTIME CLASSES Seeds to Sprouts, Spring Adventures! (Ages 2–4) Pam Newitt Educator and Founder, Nature by the Yard Is your toddler a budding naturalist? Join us this spring for a series of outdoor adventures designed to introduce children and their caregivers to the wonders of the natural world! Each session will include guided exploration through the Arboretum and a craft to take home. Children must be walking and accompanied by an adult. Please dress for the outdoors and for the weather. Class size is limited to the first 15 registrants. Our most popular children’s series! Sign up for one or all sessions—each class is a new adventure! Session I - Six Mondays: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17 Session II - Six Mondays: April 24, May 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5 (No class May 1st) 16 10:30–11:30 a.m. Members: $125 for each six-week session Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Non-members: $155 for each six-week session Members: $230 for both sessions (I and II) Non-members: $290 for both sessions (I and II) Session III- Four Mondays: July 10, 17, 24, 31 10:30–11:30 a.m. Members: $90 for four-week session Non-members: $110 for four-week session
Storytime Nature Yoga (Ages 2–4) Deirdre Vezirov Kilkenny Certified Yoga Instructor, Springboard Studio Join us for a four-week session of special kid-friendly yoga, as we explore movement together through nature-focused stories and songs. Class begins with circle-rhymes and centering warm-ups, and then we move to a story with some songs sprinkled in, and finish with sweet relaxation! Come prepared to stretch and learn some fun poses with your little one. Bring your yoga mat if you have one, or a towel. If the weather permits, we will hold class outdoors! Session I - Four Wednesdays: March 15, 22, 29, April 5 Session II - Four Wednesdays: May 3, 10, 17, 24 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Members: $55 Non-members: $60 Register Now!
Free Storytime at the Arboretum (Ages 1–5) Tegan Conner Youth Services Librarian, Wissahickon Valley Public Library Amy Ambler Children’s Librarian, Free Library of Springfield Township Join us for fun and engaging reading sessions with local librarians. Each session is tailored to the changing seasons and complements the natural setting of the Arboretum. Storytime is held outdoors in nice weather, at the Outdoor Children’s Classroom, next to the Widener Visitor Center. In the case of inclement weather, Storytime is held in the Visitor Center. Storytime is free for members. For non-members, Storytime is free with Arboretum admission. Advance registration is required for each session.
Fridays: March 17, 31, April 28, May 12, 26, June 9, 23, July 7, 21, August 4, 18 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Science Discovery for Homeschoolers (Ages 6–10) Ent Natale Biology and Environmental Educator (BioEYES, UPenn, Schuylkill Center, Morris 17 Arboretum) This class provides inquiry and exploratory-based science lessons designed for homeschooled children. Monthly lessons designed to fit with current PA Educational and Next Generation Science Standards will include an experiment and theme, explored in the context of the Arboretum. Lessons incorporate science, exercise, microscopes, marshmallows, nature exploration, and more. Each child should bring one three ring binder, a spiral bound three-hole notebook, and a pencil. Dress for the outdoors and walking on paved and unpaved paths. Older and younger children are welcome, but must be registered to participate. Themes will include: science and the human body, life cycles of plants and animals, wetland environment and ecosystem adventure, and milling over molecules in physical and earth science.
Once a month on Four Thursdays: March 23, April 20, May 25, June 22 2–3:30 p.m.
Members: $80 Non-members: $100 Register Now!
Birds of Prey: Spring Break Live Raptor Demonstration Great Valley Nature Center In this demonstration you will have a chance to see birds of prey including hawks, falcons, and owls and learn about them from an expert naturalist. Birds of prey are birds that hunt and feed on animals and insects. We will discuss their unique adaptations including keen vision that allows them to detect prey during flight, powerful talons for catching prey, strong feet for holding food, and curved beaks for eating. Join us and discover what makes these birds so special. Fee is for children only. Children must be accompanied by an adult (for no additional charge). Wednesday, April 12 Members: $18 1–2 p.m. Non-members: $20
LEGO® Mini Garden Spring Break Workshop Alex Correia-Sareyka The McLean Contributionship Endowed Education Intern, Morris Arboretum Does your child love constructing miniature worlds with LEGO® bricks? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop as we channel that creative energy to create miniature gardens that will feature their LEGO® creations! We will fill planters with soil and live plants, as well as our own LEGO® structures created during the class. Take home your creation and enjoy watching your plants grow! All materials will be provided, including a variety of LEGO® bricks and figurines. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress appropriately to work with soil. 18 Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Thursday, April 13 Members: $35 1–2 p.m. Non-members: $40
Little Explorers – Post Storytime Nature Walk and Crafts (Ages 1–5) Terry Donahue Educator and Morris Arboretum Volunteer Guide If you like coming to Free Storytime and enjoy being outside with your family afterwards this is a great way to explore the Arboretum with your little one(s). This class features a short walk after Free Storytime and a craft connected to the themes of the stories you and your family just enjoyed. Four Fridays after Free Storytime April 28, May 12, 26, June 9 11:15 a.m. -12 noon
Members: $40 Non-Members: $45 Register Now!
Art Explorations in Nature (Ages 3–5) Rachel Applegate Art Educator Encourage your child to engage with the outdoors through discovery and creativity in this four- week art series. We will observe the natural world and draw, paint, print, build, and play. Each session will include a walk through the Arboretum, a story or an introduction to an artist's work, and time for making art with your child. Four Thursdays: July 6, 13, 20, 27 Members: $85 10:30–11:30 a.m. Non-members: $100
AFTER SCHOOL
Kids Click! Nature Photography Workshop (Ages 8–12) Kim Soles Photographer and Founder, Indigo Nature Arts This six-week photography workshop offers kids the opportunity to get out in nature, be creative, and have fun while capturing the Morris Arboretum's blossoming spring landscapes! Kids will learn the basics of lighting, color, texture, composition, and depth of field. They will also gain knowledge 19 of how photographers make a living and will be inspired with assignments they can choose from. Our last session ends with a presentation of the child's work on screen. They will gain experience in presenting and learn the basics of a photographic critique. Children must have their own camera, know how to use it, and make sure that it has been charged before arriving to class. Film cameras are welcome. IPhone cameras are acceptable in cases where a camera is not available.
Six Tuesdays: April 18, 25, May 2, 9, Members: $110 16, 23 Non-members: $130 4–5:30 p.m. Register Now!
ON WEEKENDS
Nature Sleuths (Ages 5–7) Pam Newitt Educator and Founder, Nature by the Yard Spring is a wonderful time for children to explore the great outdoors and develop their intellectual curiosity while having fun in nature! Join us for a close look at trees, birds, and other wildlife that call the Morris Arboretum home. Each session will focus on a particular topic of the natural world, delving into how it fits into the Arboretum’s web of life. One week we may get up close and personal with spring wildflowers, while another week we may learn about trees as the canopy closes and shades the forest floor; all within the safe confines of the Arboretum’s trails. Then back inside, we will create a take-home art project related to our outdoor adventure. Session I - Four Sundays: February 5, 12, 19, 26 Session II - Four Sundays: May 21, 28, June 4, 11 2–3 p.m.
Members: $80 Non-members: $100
Exploring the Hidden Life of a Toad (Ages 6 and up) 20 Doug Wechsler Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Children's Book Author, Photographer, and Naturalist March is toad month! As you enter the Arboretum, you can hear toad trills broadcasting from the wetland. Join Doug Wechsler, award-winning children's book author and nature photographer as he reads from his new book, The Hidden Life of a Toad. Doug will reveal the magic of metamorphosis through his marvelous photos. And of course, he will answer that age-old question, what's the difference between a frog and a toad! He will teach you how to trill like a toad. And you'll discover how people of all ages are working to save toads in Philadelphia. After the presentation Doug will sign copies of his book. Doug Wechsler has written and photographed 23 nature-themed books for children. The fee is for kids only. Saturday, March 25 Members: $18 1:30–2:15 p.m. Non-members: $20 Register Now!
Kid’s Mother’s Day Permanent Botanical Wreath Workshop (Ages 7–12) Cheryl Wilks Floral Educator, Florist, and Owner of Flowers on Location Moms love flower arrangements, especially ones made by their child. Each participant will design their own beautiful silk flower wreath to give to mom or grandmom to enjoy for years to come. Participants should bring 3-5 photos of themselves or their family that can be cut up. We’ll be including these into the keepsake wreath. We’ll also be artfully wrapping the wreath to give for Mother’s Day. Saturday, May 6 Members: $35 12:30–2:30 p.m. Non-members: $38
Family Overnight at Bloomfield Farm See page 9 for more information. Friday, June 9 to Saturday, June 10 Members: $80 Arrive after dinner at 6 p.m. on Friday Non-members: $90 Depart by 10:30 a.m. Saturday 21 Register Now! horticulture and design
Grow Your Own Vegetables and Annuals from Seed Shelley Dillard Plant Propagator, Morris Arboretum Vegetable gardening is booming! So many folks have jumped on the bandwagon to grow their own. Buying vegetables and annuals as small plants can not only be expensive, but it can also be hard to find exactly what varieties you want. This class will teach students how to grow seeds so that they can get a jump start on spring. Simple strategies that will increase success will be demonstrated, as well as timing sowing dates, and sources for seed. It is SOW easy! This is a class that will inspire you. The class takes place in the Arboretum Greenhouse. Class size is limited so sign up early. Saturday, February 18 Members: $25 10 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $30
Designing, Planning, and Planting your Vegetable Garden, Organically! Paul D. Orpello Horticulturist, Morris Arboretum We all want to know where our food is coming from, and there is no better way to know than to grow it yourself! There is nothing quite like picking that first summertime heirloom 22
tomato, and many of us have fallen in love Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum with hard-to-find or expensive vegetables like fennel, arugula, shallots, and fingerling potatoes. Whether you are a gardener looking to expand your seasonal offerings, switch to an organic program, or just be better prepared and organized in your garden, this class will show you the way. Join Certified Professional Horticulturist Paul Orpello, as he discusses design strategies, planning for the season, and preparation and installation techniques. He will touch on crop selection, developing a calendar, and maximizing your space for optimal yields. Please bring your lunch and something to drink. We will meet at Bloomfield Farm. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the Horticulture Center.
Saturday, March 4 Members: $54 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Non-members: $60 horticulture and design Register Now!
Rose Pruning: How and When to Prune Vince Marrocco Chief Horticulturist, Morris Arboretum Early spring is the time to get your roses ready for a season full of gorgeous scented blooms. Participants will get an overview of spring rose care including pruning, planting, transplanting, fertilizing, and disease prevention. A pruning demonstration will follow, and then you will have the opportunity to test your skills on our roses. This class is held indoors and outdoors in the Visitors Center and Rose Garden. Be sure to dress warmly, bring your hand pruners, gardening gloves, and kneeling pad. Saturday, March 11 Members: $35 9:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m. Non-members: $40
Butterfly Basics: Enhancing Your Home Pollinator Garden Kris Soffa Pennsylvania Master Naturalist Learn fascinating facts about these dazzling pollinators and how to attract more butterflies to your home garden. This program is designed to inspire appreciation and habitat support for this important "bio-indicator" species. In this class you will learn about butterfly biology, behavior, mimicry, and how to raise butterflies at home. Learn the remarkable benefits of pairing caterpillar host plants with 23 butterfly nectar sources. By adding just a few key native plants and shrubs, you will enjoy a constant parade of butterflies (and moths and hummingbirds) to your stunning "live feeder" garden from early spring to late fall. Kris will illustrate this program with examples of local specimens from her Lepidoptera collection, a portion of which was recently donated to The Academy of Natural Sciences. With a little practice you will be able to attract, identify, and support many common butterflies found in our region. Tuesday, March 28 Members: $25 7–8:30 p.m. Non-members: $30 Register Now! horticulture and design
Pests and Diseases: A Home Gardener’s Guide Anna Giesmann Plant Protection Intern, Morris Arboretum Benjamin Franklin once said “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This is true for the garden as well! Early detection of pests and diseases can help you keep problems from getting out of hand. We will discuss key concepts of integrated pest management, including pest and disease identification, evaluating their impact and acceptable levels, and various control methods. We will then dive into specific examples of environmental stresses, fungal, bacterial, and viral diseases, and insect pests. Come out to this class, and make this upcoming season the healthiest your garden has had!
Thursday, April 6 Members: $25 10:30 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $30
Native Plants: Getting Started Marc Radell Penn State Master Gardener Are you new to native plants, gardening, or both? If so, then this is the class for you. We’ll discuss why native plants are better suited for their local ecosystems, how they support desirable wildlife, and how they can help reduce your maintenance efforts. Along the way, we’ll cover the basics of assessing your 24 yard’s growing conditions, choosing the right plants, and caring for them. Even experienced gardeners Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum will be inspired to approach their gardens with a fresh outlook!
Thursday, April 13 Members: $25 7–9 p.m. Non-members: $30
Introduction to Aquaponics Nicholas Renner Founder, Integrated Symbiotics Aquaponics is a food production method that combines aquaculture (raising freshwater fish) with hydroponics (soilless agriculture) in a symbiotic environment. This novel approach to agriculture can be used in unconventional areas, and saves 90% more water than conventional gardening. These systems work by recirculating fish waste through grow bed systems, with bacteria converting fish waste into nitrates, which are used by the plants to grow. Clean water is then recirculated back to the aquaculture system. In this class you will learn how to plan, design, build and maintain an aquaponics system. Bring your lunch and something to drink. Saturday, April 22 Members: $54 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Non-members: $60 horticulture and design Register Now!
Kokedama Workshop: The Art of Japanese Hanging Gardens Peter Smith Owner, City Planter Learn the art of Kokedama, the Japanese hanging garden, at this hands-on workshop. A growing trend in horticulture, Kokedama literally translates to “moss ball” in Japanese, and involves surrounding the roots of a plant with soil and moss, winding it all in string, and displaying it on a dish or suspending it from the ceiling. Peter Smith, considered Philadelphia’s Kokedama guru, will guide you through the process of hand-blending soil and picking the perfect plants and mosses to create your own take-home hanging garden. Thursday, April 20 Members: $40 6:30–8:30 p.m. Non-Members: $45
Rain Gardens: Beautiful and Sustainable Design 25 Bess Trout Hay Honey Farm Intern, Morris Arboretum Rain gardens are an excellent way to absorb rainwater runoff from roofs, driveways, sidewalks, and lawns so that it can soak into the ground. As a stormwater best management practice, they are useful for everything from improving water quality, to decreasing the cost of directing stormwater away from properties and homes. Learn how to add rain gardens to the landscape where they will be effective. See examples of rain gardens and suitable native plants. We will also cover selecting and preparing a site, determining the size of the garden, choosing native plant species appropriate for conditions, and using rain barrels together with rain gardens. We will meet at Bloomfield Farm. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the Horticulture Center.
Saturday, April 22 Members: $25 10–11:30 a.m. Non-members: $30 Register Now! horticulture and design
At Home in the Garden Series: A Garden Tour Nina Schneider Garden Designer Spring can be the busiest time of year for a gardener with so many tasks screaming for attention! Plants seem to just be jumping out of the ground, and then there are those holes to fill....Spend the morning in the instructor's garden to discuss priorities and methods for the myriad of seasonal tasks like pruning, planting, mulch, containers, annuals, and watering. Go to the Morris Arboretum Plant Sale prepared, informed and ready for May! Enrollment is limited. We will meet at the garden. Directions to Nina’s private garden in Chestnut Hill will be emailed. Saturday, April 29 Members: $40 9 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $45
A Mixed Border for all Seasons Eva Monheim Horticulture Instructor, Temple University To enjoy your garden year round, a mixed border with careful planning can lengthen bloom times and prolong color from early spring to fall frost. Eva Monheim will discuss how diverse and carefully selected plants will provide for an array of wildlife activity. We will also cover how to design a border with a complete arrangement of sizes, shapes, and forms. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn Eva’s secrets to designing an exciting border! 26
Tuesday, May 9 Members: $25 Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum 7–8:30 p.m. Non-members: $30
Saturday, April 22 Members: $25 10–11:30 a.m. Non-members: $30 horticulture and design Register Now!
Hypertufa Trough Planting Workshop Louise Clarke Horticulturist, Morris Arboretum Join Rock Garden Society member and staff horticulturist Louise Clarke for a hands-on planting session. Using small perennials suited to container culture, participants will design and plant their troughs measuring approximately 13” x 9”. Select from four to five small plants, including hardy succulents, and other small gems that appreciate full sun and well drained conditions. Up to five plants plus potting medium will be provided. Bring your trough, and garden gloves if desired. Wear gardening attire you won’t mind getting dirty. We will meet at the Horticulture Center at Bloomfield Farm. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the paved walkway and the Horticulture Center. Saturday, May 20 Members: $42 10 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $48 27 Honey Tasting and Workshop Stephanie Bruneau Owner, The Benevolent Bee See page 6 for more information. Sunday, May 21 Members: $30 1-3 p.m. Non-members: $35
Butterfly Walk Kris Soffa Pennsylvania Master Naturalist Welcome summer by exploring the Arboretum’s wildflower meadows and wetlands in search of butterflies. During our walk, we will enjoy observing how male butterflies patrol and chase away others as they wait for females to emerge. We will have the opportunity to inspect specimens (netted with special permission and released unharmed) and we will use viewing jars to get a closer look. Examining features like warning coloration and the body structure of distasteful butterflies always reveals fascinating details. We will discuss the host plants required by various butterfly caterpillars for food. Meet at the Morris Arboretum. Park in the meadow to the left of the entrance kiosk. Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. Bring water and a camera. This class is for adults and children 10 years and older. Tuesday, June 20, Raindate June 22 Members: $25 10 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $30 Register Now! botany
A Journey into the Microscopic World of Mosses Dr. Keith Bowman Moss Ecologist Mosses are small flowerless plants that typically grow in dense clumps or mats usually in shady locations. In this class you will be introduced to the unique biology and ecology of mosses with their simple leaves that are generally only one-cell thick. You will learn to identify common mosses using key characteristics, basic biology, and ecology. You will also learn about the closely allied liverworts and hornworts and how to distinguish among these different groups. We will have the chance to use microscopes to get up close and explore specimens the instructor has collected. Bring your enthusiasm, questions, and specimens that you might want Keith to help identify. Keith Bowman has been studying the biology and ecology of mosses for more than 15 years. Friday, March 10 Members: $40 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Non-members: $45
Winter Tree Identification Dr. Tim Block The John J. Willaman Director of Botany, Morris Arboretum And you thought that all trees look alike in winter! Learn to see both the obvious as well as the more subtle characteristics that make winter identification interesting. The class will begin indoors with a lecture introducing essential identification techniques and a review of important winter characteristics 28 such as bud morphology, habit, leaf and bundle scars, bark, and fruit. The group will then move Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum outside for a stroll through the Arboretum to put your knowledge to work. Dress for the weather. Thursday, March 30 Members: $25 10 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $30 creative expressions Register Now! Floral Design in Vases: Techniques for Arranging Loose Flowers Cheryl Wilks Floral Educator, Florist and Owner of Flowers on Location Cut flowers may be a wonderful bounty from our gardens or even from the grocery store, but what do you do with them when you bring them indoors? This class will show you the many tricks of the trade to arrange flowers so that they will look their very best. You will learn techniques such as gridding and stuffing, and florist gel will be demonstrated. The elements of design will be covered in depth. You can use the vase provided or bring a vase from home that you find challenging to use. Cheryl Wilks has been a guest lecturer at the Philadelphia Flower Show for many years, so she really knows her stuff! Please bring a box to take home your creation. All materials are provided by the instructor. Section I: Saturday, March 4 Members: $80 (for each section) 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Non-members: $85 (for each section) Section II: Tuesday, April 4 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Cast Paper Vessels Winnie Radolan Master Papermaker and Teacher Create a beautiful and unique cast paper vessel from 29 handmade paper pulp. We will cast into a clear plastic container to establish the shape of your bowl. Bring a collection of small personal treasures to incorporate to personalize your creation. (Inclusions might be printed collage materials, thread, raffia, stamps, old maps, or decorative thin papers.) Finished vessels will measure approximately 6” x 6” by 5.” No experience necessary. Winnie Radolan, is a nationally known papermaker, artist, and educator who runs “Winnie’s Paperworks,” an itinerant teaching papermill. Since 1989 she has been involved with papermaking as an art form and educational vehicle. Former Director of Papermaking and Education at Historic RittenhouseTown, she teaches and conducts many workshops locally and nationally for artists of all ages.
Sunday, March 12 Members: $45 12:30–3:30 p.m. Non-members: $50
Whimsical Fairy Garden Workshop Cheryl Wilks Floral Educator, Florist, and Owner of Flowers on Location Fairy gardens are enjoying a surge in popularity and now gardeners can make their own enchanting miniature landscapes, complete with pint-sized accessories and diminutive plants. Working with plants and flowers to make a personalized miniature indoor garden is a wonderful way to nurture Register Now! creative expressions your creative right brain and cure the winter blues. You will choose succulent plants along with a great selection of accessories to design a charming garden that fairies will want to visit. Easy to care for, your miniature garden can live for many years. This is a wonderful workshop to share with a (grand) child (one per adult). Bring a box with packing material (min 18 x 18 x 18) to transport your garden home. One terrarium per fee. Saturday, March 18 Members: $65 1:30–3 p.m. Non-members: $70
Flowers 101 - Simple, Easy, Spectacular Arrangements Cheryl Wilks Floral Educator, Florist, and Owner of Flowers on Location Spend a day at the Arboretum working with beautiful colorful fresh flowers. Arranging flowers is a wonderful way to connect with nature and nurture your creativity. You will design two arrangements as you learn easy tricks for centerpieces in and out of floral foam. You will also learn how to wire flowers 30 to make a corsage or boutonniere. All the
flowers, supplies, containers, and use of tools Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum are included for this special day. Guaranteed success and smiles. This is a wonderful class to give as a gift to yourself or someone special. Pack a bag lunch. Bring a box with packing material. Tuesday, March 21 Members: $85 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Non-members: $90 Create a Terrarium in a Pedestal Glass Urn Cheryl Wilks Floral Educator, Florist, and Owner of Flowers on Location Add a little green to your indoor space with an eye-catching terrarium. Terrariums are very popular and can live for many years with minimal care. Working with a large pedestal glass urn, you will choose from a selection of specially grown miniature plants, along with accessories to personalize your glass garden. Easy to care for, your terrarium will look great in your home or office, or you can make it for a Mother’s Day gift (or give Mom a gift certificate to take the class). Bring a box and newspaper/stuffing to transport your terrarium home. Saturday, May 6 Members: $70 10–11:30 a.m. Non-members: $75 creative expressions Register Now!
Hypertufa Trough Planting Workshop Louise Clarke Horticulturist, Morris Arboretum See page 27 for more information. Saturday, May 20 Members: $42 10 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $48
The Art of Japanese Ink Painting Allison Zito Artist and Teacher Sumi-e is the art of Japanese ink painting, a noble and time-honored pursuit of the scholar. This craft teaches much more than the art of ink painting. The techniques we will learn to paint bamboo are the basic strokes used to cre- ate all forms of Japanese ink painting. The art is in the touch of the brush stroke, the quality of the line, appreciation of the natural world, 31 and the beauty in asymmetry. All supplies are provided. Come to class dressed to paint. Saturday, May 20 Members: $30 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Non-members: $35 Impressionist Painting Allison Zito Artist and Teacher Vibrance and energy shimmer on the canvas of the impressionist painter. Working in an intuitive manner, impressionists captured in color and rhythm the spontaneity of the moment. It was a time of change, new ideas, and innovation. These innovations took the impressionists outdoors to paint in the open air. The impressionist artists developed a kind of painterly short hand, using visible brush strokes to recreate the fleeting qualities of light as it danced across the natural world. In this class, we will discuss the impressionist artists. Everyone will be encouraged to develop their own personal intuitive style of painting. Like the impressionists, we will paint in the open air, with the breathtaking gardens of the Morris Arboretum as our own personal Giverny. In the event of inclement weather we will paint indoors, from great works of the Impressionists. Come to class dressed to paint. All supplies are provided. Sunday, May 21 Members: $30 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Non-members: $35 Register Now! creative expressions
Illustrated Nature Journaling Heather Rinehart Artist The illustrated nature journal is a work as unique and expressive as the individual who creates it. Whether it is crafted as a record of one's experiences, a workbook of nature study, or for sheer creative joy, journaling can be a powerful tool as well as a rewarding hobby. Working within the beautiful setting of Morris Arboretum, discover the art of illustrated journaling. Materials will be provided, or bring your own. Participants who are bringing their own supplies should bring a blank journal, (or at least some drawing paper) and drawing pencils and/or pens. A small watercolor set is optional. Wednesday, May 24 Members: $30 1–3 p.m. Non-members: $35
Aerial Photography with UAVs (Drones) Dave Tavani Freelance Videographer and Photographer Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly called drones, are changing the world of photography. In this class, we will navigate the basics of what it will take to get you up and running with a UAV system to capture aerial photographs or record video. Topics covered will include safety, necessary equipment, and regulations. The workshop will also include a short outdoor demonstration at the 32 Arboretum. This course meets at the Arboretum’s Horticulture Center. Enter the road opposite Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the Horticulture Center. Saturday, June 3 - Raindate June 10 Members: $40 1–4 p.m. Non-members: $45
Digital Garden Photography: Seeing, Composing, and Creating the Image Dr. Robert E. Lyons Professor Emeritus, University of Delaware This workshop for beginners to advanced beginners will focus on using your camera to capture extended or fleeting moments in your personal landscapes. This example-driven workshop provides understandable information to create images for framing, teaching, or selling a job proposal. We will focus on the impact and exploitation of prevailing light, elements of photographic composition, and developing your personal style. The class format includes one hour of classroom lecture, one hour of shooting outside, and a final hour of class review of selected images. You should be familiar with the operation of your camera, and both compact and DSLR types are welcome. You are also encouraged to bring your personal devices (laptop, tablet, etc.), to facilitate image downloading. Saturday, June 10 Members: $54 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Non-members: $60 creative expressions Register Now!
Leaf Casting in Concrete Lucy Dinsmore Horticulturist, Morris Arboretum Nicky Beadle Volunteer and former gardener at Brookside Gardens A piece of sculpture adds a whimsical accent to any garden. Learn how to turn a live leaf into stone and add year-round interest to that perfect nook in your garden during this two-hour workshop. The concrete leaves make great bird baths, stepping stones, or even wall art. Bring your favorite leaf—perhaps a hosta, rhubarb, or magnolia. If you don't have access to leaves, we will have several available. Fee includes all materials to make one large or two small leaf sculptures. Dress for getting messy. We will meet at Bloomfield Farm. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the Horticulture Center. Saturday, July 15 Members: $45 10 a.m.–12 noon Non-members: $50 calling all birders
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Birding at Chincoteague and Other Great Refuges Ruth Pfeffer Expert Birder and Trip Leader On this three-day trip, we will visit several great birding sites beginning with a stop at Bombay Hook, a 16,000-acre National Wildlife Refuge in Delaware. In this diverse habitat, we hope to see a wide variety of geese, ducks, and other migrating birds. We will then head to Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, a prime spot on the Atlantic flyway for migrating birds and an area known for its beautiful sunsets. We hope to see migrating water fowl, raptors, and early spring migrants. We may see the Sika elk, a small elk introduced in the 1920s from Asia, and of course, the wild ponies that make their home on Assateague Island. On the way home, we will visit Blackwater Wildlife Refuge, which is home to important tidal wetlands and is the center of the greatest density of breeding bald eagles on the east coast. The trip includes van transportation, accommodations, admissions, and an expert birding guide. Meals other than breakfast at the hotel are not included. We ask that you pack and bring lunches for all three days. We will meet at the Morris Arboretum and travel by van. Park in the meadow to the left of the entrance kiosk. Depart Sunday, March 12 at 7:45 a.m. Members: Double Occupancy - $350 Return Tuesday, March 14 at 5 p.m. Members: Single Occupancy - $400 Non-members: Double Occupancy - $380 Non-members: Single Occupancy - $480 Register Now! calling all birders Birding at the Arboretum: A Local Hotspot Ruth Pfeffer Expert Birder and Trip Leader Join Ruth and explore some of the hotspots for birds at the Morris Arboretum. We will visit the Arboretum’s natural areas including wetlands, meadows, and the woodlands along the Wissahickon Creek. These areas provide great habitat for a wide variety of birds year-round. We will see resident birds as well as migrating raptors, sparrows, and warblers. If time permits, we will also have a chance to look for birds on the tree canopy exhibit, Out on a Limb, which provides us with a great vantage point for viewing birds at treetop level. These sessions are for beginning or experienced bird watchers. Bring your binoculars. Park in the meadow next to the Arboretum entrance kiosk and meet Ruth there. You may sign up for one or both sessions. Session I: Saturday, March 25 Members: $25 (for each session) 8 a.m.–11 a.m. Non-members: $30 (for each session) Session II: Thursday, April 20 8 a.m.–11 a.m.
Birding at Bowman's Hill Ruth Pfeffer Expert Birder and Trip Leader Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve has been a hotspot among 34 birders in Bucks County for many years. More than 110 species can be seen over the course of a year, including 31 species of Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum warblers during peak spring and fall migration. We will walk through the preserve stopping at a wide variety of bird habitats. The Visitor Center, with an enormous bank of windows that overlook the forest canopy, provides an unrestricted view of several bird feeders. After visiting the preserve, we plan to drive a short distance to walk along the Delaware Canal to see additional species. Dress for the weather. Bring binoculars, your lunch, and something to drink. We will leave from the Arboretum and travel by van. Park in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk.
Wednesday, May 3 Members: $80 7:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Non-members: $85
Birding at the Andorra Natural Area Keith Russell Audubon Pennsylvania Program Manager for Urban Conservation The Andorra Natural Area includes one of the largest areas of forest and meadow habitat in the Fairmount Park system. In recent years much of the area has been restored by Fairmount Park to re-establish native plant communities and expand the amount of early successional habitat. Today this picturesque birding hotspot supports a large variety of breeding and wintering birds but it attracts an even larger number of bird species during migration. We will visit the area to look calling all birders Register Now!
for migrating landbirds during the height of spring migration. Many species of warblers, vireos, thrushes, flycatchers, and other landbirds are expected, and we will have excellent opportunities to practice identifying these species by their songs and calls. Rarities are also possible. We will meet at the Andorra Natural Area’s main parking lot at the end of West Northwesten Avenue. This lot can only be reached from Ridge Avenue. From Ridge Avenue drive north along West Northwestern Avenue for about two thirds of a mile until it dead ends and you reach Wissahickon Environmental Center Parking Area 1 on the right. Saturday, May 13 Members: $25 8:30–11:30 a.m. Non-members: $30
Birding the Perkiomen Trail Ruth Pfeffer Expert Birder and Trip Leader On this trip we will be birding along the Perkiomen Trail that uses the former rail bed of the Perkiomen Line of the Reading Railroad. The gravel trail, preserved as open space, runs along the Perkiomen Creek in Montgomery County. We will look for spring migrating and resident birds. Along the way we will visit the Perkiomen Valley Park, a scenic spot with a variety of good birding habitats including woodlands, wetlands, and open grass areas. We hope to see herons, kingfishers, waterfowl, ospreys, woodpeckers, hawks, bluebirds, a variety of song birds, and possibly a bald eagle. We plan to stop at Pennypacker Mills, a National Register of Historic Places site. Dress for the 35 weather. Bring your binoculars, lunch, and something to drink. Meet at the Arboretum in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk. We will travel by van. Tuesday, May 16 Members: $80 7:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Non-members: $85
Early Evening Birding at the Arboretum Ruth Pfeffer Expert Birder and Trip Leader Early evening is a great time to see birds, when most visitors have left for the day and quiet descends on the Arboretum. Birders at any level of experience are welcome. We will visit a variety of habitats that attract birds including the wetlands, meadows, and woodlands. We will also bird watch in the Arboretum’s tree canopy, Out on a Limb. We hope to see birds like bluebirds, tree swallows, and eastern kingbirds. We will also observe migratory song birds such as warblers and sparrows and may see shorebirds that often visit the wetlands at this time of year. Ruth will provide a spotting scope and field guides. Bring binoculars. Park in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk. Monday, May 22 Members: $25 4–6:30 p.m. Non-members: $30 Register Now! calling all birders
Horseshoe Crabs and Migrating Shore Birds Ruth Pfeffer Expert Birder and Trip Leader In the spring, millions of migratory birds stop to rest and refuel along the shores of the Delaware Bay just as the world’s largest population of horseshoe crabs begins spawning on the beaches. Horseshoe crab eggs provide the critical nutrition that shorebirds need to continue the journey to their arctic breeding grounds in the tundra. Join us on a fascinating adventure visiting several beaches on the Delaware side of the Delaware Bay, including the St. Jones Reserve, a 3,750 acre area dominated by salt marshes and the beaches and tidal creeks of Port Mahon and the Ted Harvey Conservation Area. Horseshoe crabs that live in the Delaware Bay come onto the beaches each spring near the full moon to lay their eggs. This shorebird feeding frenzy is a remarkable spectacle you will enjoy seeing. This trip is suitable for the novice or experienced birders. The trip includes van transportation from the Arboretum. Meet at the Morris Arboretum. Park in the meadow across from the entrance kiosk. Bring binoculars, lunch, and something to drink. Thursday, June 1 Members: $85 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Non-members: $95
Bird Banding at Crossways Preserve Margaret Rohde 36 Naturalist, Wissahickon Valley Watershed Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Association We will visit Crossways Preserve in Blue Bell, PA and meet with Wissahickon Valley Watershed Association Naturalist, Margaret Rohde, to see bird banding in action by an expert! Learn about avian conservation and research techniques, and find out what information can be collected by catching and banding wild birds. After banding we will take a walk in the Preserve to explore for more birds. Bring your binoculars. Space is limited. Dress for the weather. We will leave from the Arboretum by van. Park in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk. Thursday, June 15 Members: $35 8–11 a.m. Non-members: $40 school of arboriculture Register Now!
International Society of Arboriculture and Pennsylvania Landscape Architects Continuing Education Units (CEUs) The Arboretum’s School of Arboriculture courses carry International Society of Arboriculture Continuing Education Units. If you are an ISA certified arborist and need to maintain certification by taking 30 credits over a three-year period, you may want to sign up for classes at the Arboretum. The ISA category codes for CEUs are as follows: Science=S, Practice=P, and Management=M. Many of the courses also carry CEUs for Pennsylvania landscape architects. The number of credits are noted at the end of each class. If you have questions about CEUs, please contact Jan McFarlan, (215) 247-5777, ext. 156 or [email protected].
Diagnosing and Detecting Woody Plant Disorders Dr. Neil Hendrickson Northeast Technical Support, Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories In this class, we will cover key diagnostic tools and techniques, as well as treatments for both plants and soil to help promote plant health and create sustainable landscapes. We will also discuss some of the most common cultural mistakes we see in the landscape and how they can be corrected. Accurate diagnosis of plant disorders is key when managing woody plants in the built landscape. Possible plant health problems include insect or mite infestations, diseases including those spread by insect vectors, 37 environmental problems like soil compaction, or a combination of all of these factors. Being able to observe and think in a systematic fashion that will help to pinpoint the problem is an important part of the process. In this presentation, Neil will present some of the diagnostic tools and techniques that he has learned in his over 35 years of experience as an arborist. He will help us understand how we can continue to preserve the health and beauty of our landscape trees and preserve biodiversity in the landscapes in our care. This course carries 5.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=2, P=1.75, M=2). Thursday, February 23 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Preserving Trees During Construction Jason Lubar Associate Director, Urban Forestry, Morris Arboretum Successful tree preservation during construction assures that a project’s goals are achieved without jeopardizing the health and lifespan of protected trees. Since there must be a collaborative process by decision-makers for this to occur, people from all disciplines involved with the construction process will benefit from this class. We will assist you in determining which trees to preserve, how to designate adequate tree protection zones based on the tree’s structural and biological needs, how to specify and install protective fencing, and how construction processes such as cut/fill, trenching, and soil compaction affect both existing and proposed trees. Tree physiology and biology will be explored in this class. Preservation costs and tree protection specifications will be discussed and tree
| Register Now! school of arboriculture protection myths will be presented and dispelled. Students will be provided comprehensive technical information about tree-related construction impacts and they will leave with an understanding about how these impacts relate to tree growth and longevity. This course carries 5.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=2, P=1.75, M=2) and CEUs for landscape architects.
Friday, February 24 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
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Managing Forest Fragments Ken LeRoy Arborist, John B. Ward & Co Tree Experts Fragmentation of natural areas due to urbanization results in isolated forest fragments. Cut off by highways, rail lines, commercial and residential developments, these patches of green infrastructure surrounded by the built environment are often neglected. These disturbed landscapes can be managed to develop a healthier, safer, functioning forest. The potential of the earth to support optimum tree growth and carbon sequestration can be realized by following basic forestry practices: vine control; preferred species selection; thinning for fewer more efficient trees; soil health; wildlife enhancement; and, carving out access for people. All the earth is a garden and requires tending. Come and learn how to grow good woods in our community forests. This course carries 5.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=2, P=1.75, M=2). Friday, March 3 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 9 a.m.–4 p.m. school of arboriculture Register Now!
Introductory Tree Climbing Zach Shechtman Owner, Shechtman Tree Care Rob Thigpen Foreman, Shechtman Tree Care This class provides an introduction to tree climbing and features the opportunity to have supervised climbing instruction in trees. It is ideal for tree companies looking to advance promising grounds staff, or gardeners and landscapers who want to add new skills. Effective methods for climbing trees will be demonstrated by instructors and practiced by students. Safety rules will be reviewed and stressed. Students will learn how to tie critical knots regularly used by arborists. Included in the fee, each student will receive a copy of The Tree Climbers Companion, by Jeff Jepson, a great resource for climbers. Bring an arborist’s rope and saddle, a hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, and insect repellent to the class. Wear boots, long pants, and dress for the weather. We will meet at Bloomfield Farm. Look for the paved road across Northwestern Avenue from the public garden entrance. Park in the lot and follow the signs to the Horticulture Center. This course carries 17.25 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=0, P=17.25, M=0). Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday Fee: $525 (includes lunch) March 15, 16, & 17 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 39 Pruning Shrubs for Maximum Health and Beauty: A Hands- on Class
Vince Marrocco Chief Horticulturist, Morris Arboretum Pruning shrubs is an essential practice for a well-maintained landscape. While proper pruning is important, it is not difficult if you understand the basics. This class teaches the principles of why, when, and how to prune a variety of shrubs and hedges. A morning lecture and demonstration will be followed by an afternoon session of supervised, hands-on pruning. Please bring your pruning tools and dress appropriately for the weather. This course carries 4.5 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=1.5, P=2, M=1). Tuesday, March 21 - Raindate March 24 Fee: $120 (includes lunch) 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Register Now! school of arboriculture
Reading the Land through Climate Change: Local Plant Adaptation Past, Present, and Future Mark Demitroff Adjunct Professor, Stockton University Ancient climate change profoundly influenced the character of the flora that we cherish today. Local ecosystems and the native plants that depend upon them owe much of their inheritance to cold, nonglacial processes that characterized much of the last 2.5 million years. We will reconstruct local past environments through geology, climatology, and plants to help develop a long-term view of ever-changing plant adaptation. We will then be better able to preserve and manage habitat in the future. Mark is a board director for the U.S. Permafrost Association and for South Jersey Culture and History Center. He lectures internationally and publishes on ancient climate change and permafrost, and Quaternary Science. A native of the Pinelands, Mark consults and provides expert witness testimony as a New Jersey Certified Tree Expert. This course carries 5.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=3, P=1, M=1.75). Friday, March 24 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Fundamentals of Soil Science Dr. Rex Bastian Regional Technical Advisor, Davey Tree Expert Company/The Care of Trees 40
Mark Highland Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Founder, The Organic Mechanics Soil Company We have always known that soil is extremely important for growing plants. It is estimated that 80% of the problems we see with urban trees originate from improper soil conditions. Until recently we primarily considered the chemical and physical components of soil like texture, pH, compaction, and nutrient levels. The latest findings show that the living components of soil are at least as important as the chemical parameters. With the help of soil bacteria, fungi, protozoans, and other living creatures, we can create greener landscapes and reduce our reliance on petroleum-based fertilizers and chemicals. This course carries 5.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=3.75, P=1, M=1), and CEUs for landscape architects. Thursday, March 30 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Caring for Mature Trees Dr. Rex Bastian Regional Technical Advisor, Davey Tree Expert Company/The Care of Trees Robert Wells Associate Director, Arboriculture Outreach Learn how to care for mature trees and the changes that occur as trees age. Trees, like all living things, survive through the transfer of energy. This transfer occurs both within the tree itself, as well as school of arboriculture Register Now!
between the tree and its environment. Far from being static processes, however, energy relations are highly dynamic, constantly changing as trees age, decline, and die. The astute arborist should be aware of these changes, so as to provide the best advice and management recommendations to his or her clients for the care of older trees in the built landscape. Rex joined The Care of Trees in 1989 after receiving his Ph.D. from Iowa State University, majoring in Entomology. He is a Regional Technical Advisor with the Davey Tree Expert Co./The Care of Trees, with emphasis on education and training, public relations, and diagnostics. He is an International Society of Arboriculture Board Certified Master Arborist and currently serves on the ISA Board Certified Master Arborist Test. This course carries 5.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=3, P=.75 M=2). Friday, March 31 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tree Appraisal Workshop James Komen Consulting Arborist Assigning a fair monetary value to individual trees is an important skill for municipal and consulting arborists as well as anyone who is responsible for managing a property, park, or arboretum. This workshop focuses on the theory and practice of the appraisal of woody plants. James will review the various approaches to valuation that are currently available and how to determine which is the most suitable choice. The primary focus will be on the Cost Approach and the Trunk Formula 41 Methodology for determining monetary value. The outdoor component of the workshop involves simulated appraisals on several trees in the Arboretum with hands-on instruction. An analysis of each problem will follow. The instructional material follows the 9th edition of the Guide for Plant Appraisal (International Society of Arboriculture) as prepared by the Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers (CTLA) and reflects current understanding and practice in arboriculture. Come prepared to be outside. This course carries 6.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=2, P=2.5, M=2.25). Friday, April 7 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Register Now! school of arboriculture
Insect Pests of Woody Plants Richard Buckley Director, Plant Diagnostic Laboratory, Rutgers University Richard Buckley, a plant pathologist at Rutgers University, will focus on the most important insects and mites that pose a threat to landscape plants. You will learn about insect pests that are most prevalent in our region and discuss how to identify them and the damage they cause. Richard will bring you up to date on best management practices. He will also discuss the latest findings on Chinese lantern fly, viburnum leaf beetle, emerald ash borer, and walnut twig beetle as well as several other new invaders. This course carries 5.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=3, P=1, M=1.75). Tuesday, April 11 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 42 Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum Emerald Ash Borer: Controlling the Spread Joel Spies President, Rainbow Treecare Scientific Advancements Shannon Herbst Mid-Atlantic Territory Manager, Rainbow Treecare Scientific Advancements The spread of emerald ash borer (EAB) into Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey is a major challenge and opportunity for Philadelphia area arborists to preserve worthwhile ash trees in the landscapes we manage. One of the most efficient and environmentally safe methods of pesticide application is microinjection technology that allows you to apply systemic products to targeted trees in a responsible manner. Microinjection is also an effective way to deliver a host of other fungicides and plant health care products. A key factor in achieving safe and effective applications is a thorough understanding of the injection techniques and products that are available. This one-day workshop will provide you with a background in microinjection and an overview of all of the available products and equipment on the market. You will have a hands-on opportunity to practice an application on an ash tree. This course carries 5.75 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=2, P=1.75, M=2). Friday, April 21 Fee: $135 (includes lunch) 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Register Now! connections beyond our garden
Join us for the Morris Arboretum’s Connections Lecture Series that explores a wide variety of fascinating topics. A reception will follow each lecture. Reservations and payment are required in advance as space is limited. To register online visit morrisarboretum.org/classes, or call (215) 247- 5777, ext 125. The Barnes Endowed Lecture - “The Critical Role of Plants in the Urban Landscape” Dr. Ari Novy Executive Director, U.S. Botanic Garden, Washington, D.C. Engaging urban populations in important environmental issues is critical for creating beautiful, healthy cities. In this lecture, Dr. Ari Novy will explore using ecology and agriculture to teach people about the importance of plants. As more and more people around the world move into cities, fewer and fewer of them have regular contact with natural or agricultural landscapes. Yet, our success and survival as a society relies on our ability to effectively steward the open spaces in our cities as well as those that are often far away from our urban centers. Learn more about what Dr. Ari Novy and the staff at the U.S. Botanic Garden have done to teach the public about the aesthetic, cultural, economic, therapeutic, and ecological importance of plants 43 to the well-being of humankind. This lecture will take place in the Widener Visitor Center. The Barnes Endowed Lecture is presented annually in memory of Laura L. Barnes, founder of the Barnes Foundation Arboretum.
Wednesday, February 1 Members: $15 2 p.m. Non-members: $20
“Approaching Sustainability” Dr. John Francis National Geographic Explorer and Environmental Educator Beginning with his journey on foot across the Americas, Dr. Francis will speak about his transformation from an environmental activist to environmental practitioner and how his and our own journeys might lead us closer to sustainability. Dr. Francis began his work in 1971, when after witnessing an oil spill in San Francisco Bay, he stopped using motorized vehicles and took a vow of silence lasting 17 years. He earned three degrees including a doctorate in land resources from the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The founder of Planetwalk, an environmental awareness organization, he ended his silence on Earth Day 1990, telling the assembled crowd, “Environment is about how we treat each other.” He served as project manager for the United States Coast Guard Oil Pollution Act of 1990 and authored Planetwalker: 17-Years of Silence, 22-Years of Walking, and Ragged Edge of Silence: Finding Peace in a Noisy World, both published by National Geographic Books. This lecture is being presented in partnership with Temple University Ambler, and will be held at the Ambler Campus Learning Center Auditorium.
Sunday, March 5 Members and Temple Alumni: $15 2 p.m. Non-members: $20 44
woody plant conference Spring Courses 2017 at the Morris Arboretum
Mark your calendars for the 20th annual Woody Plant Conference at Swarthmore College. This popular day-long conference focuses on great woody plants for the Mid-Atlantic states and how to use them in the landscape. The conference is co-sponsored by Morris Arboretum, Chanticleer, Longwood Gardens, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, and Tyler Arboretum. The conference is geared to landscape professionals and avid amateur gardeners. Some of the featured speakers include: • Nathan Erwin, Director of the Insect Zoo at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History will speak about plant pollination and some unlikely pollinators. • Tim Boland, Executive Director at Polly Hill Arboretum will discuss his experiences and goals for collecting woody plants in the U.S. • Peter Del Tredici, Senior Research Scientist Emeritus at Arnold Arboretum will focus on understanding the impacts of urbanization on plants in both native and designed landscapes. Continuing education units (CEUs) for PA and NJ landscape architects and International Society of Arboriculture certified arborists will be available. Brochures will be available in April from Longwood Gardens at 610-388-5238.
Friday, July 21 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. general class information
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Location of Classes All classes will be held at the George D. Widener Visitor Center unless otherwise noted. Parking areas may be reached by entering the Arboretum off of East Northwestern Avenue. Students should arrive at least ten minutes before the start of the class to allow time to check in. Please note: Parking adjacent to the Visitor Center is sometimes at full capacity on nice weather weekends. If we go into overflow parking, you may be required to park at the bottom of the hill and be shuttled into the garden. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation to participate in classes, please contact Jan McFarlan at (215) 247-5777, ext. 156, Monday through Friday, to discuss 45 accommodation. For people who use TTY, please call PA Relay at 1-800-654-5984.
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