Taltree Arboretum & Gardens
Featured Events
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June 1, 2013 to June 30, 2013
People of the Woods
The relationship between humankind and nature has been controversial in almost every culture. In the United States, heightened awareness of conservation issues began as early as 1850. Can you name 5 people that helped shape conservation in the United States? Can you name conservationists from Indiana? Join us in discovering who they are! Hike Heron [...]
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June 24, 2013 7:30 amWacky Water Week
Wacky Water Week: June 24-28 This week is all about water! We’ll visit the Grand Kankakee Marsh, hike Taltree’s wetlands, and learn about the water ecosystems in northwest Indiana. You will investigate lakes, bogs, ponds, and streams, go fishing, make your own terrarium, and visit Taltree’s wonderful wetland residents. Make your own wetland themed crafts, [...]
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June 29, 2013 10:00 am
Behind the Scenes Railway Garden Tour
Enjoy the Taltree Railway Garden as if it were your own. This private, behind-the-scenes tour includes a visit to the train room guided by our head engineer. This is the staging area for the dozens of G-gauge trains that run on 3,000 feet of track over nearly an acre of mountains and valleys dotted [...]
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July 8, 2013 7:30 amScience Quest
Science Quest: July 8 – 12 Have you ever wanted to count how many times you fart in a day? During Science Quest, you will confirm or deny science myths, such as how many times a person burps in a day, and see methane in action! Our science experiment called “Bug Bucket” will introduce you [...]
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July 15, 2013 7:30 amWilderness Safari Camp
Wilderness Safari Camp: July 15-19 Learn what it means to be an informed conservationist through our woodland safari camp. You’ll find out how Taltree became an arboretum, why we conserve our natural resources, and get to plant a tree! Create your own blueberry basket and bird house! Hike in Taltree’s woods, take a trip to [...]
Featured Video
Yesterday I had the opportunity to take a private class with Matt McBain for my best friend’s birthday in Introduction to Bonsai I just wanted to let you know how wonderful it was! We could not stop talking about what a fantastic learning experience it was and how excited we are to begin our Bonsai Trees! Matt definitely has a knack for teaching. It was so nice to have a teacher who exhibited a passion for the subject matter and that, in turn, makes a person feel that they are getting accurate and helpful information. Thank you so much for setting this up. It was truly a one-of-a-kind experience!
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