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Winter Wildlife ID and Tracking (In-person)

The Morton Arboretum

Meet the animals that prowl our woods and ponds all winter long. We rarely see them—mink, beaver, coyote, and deer—but they are here.  Learn the names and habits of the mammals that call northern Illinois home in the winter and follow them around the Arboretum and learn to read the messages they leave behind: tracks, scat, gnawings, tunnels, and burrows. Different animals will be covered in each section; sign up for one or for both for a...

(15) All levels 12 and older
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Tallgrass Prairie Ecology (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Digitally explore the intricacies of the tallgrass prairie landscape and learn how to restore these signature American ecosystems. Look at the history of this unique type of grassland from the descent of glaciers over the Midwest millions of years ago, to the introduction of John Deere’s famous plow, to where we are today. We will examine different types of prairie, explore the plant and animal communities of the prairie and discuss strategies...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Tai Chi (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Experience Tai Chi from the comfort of home with live, online classes from The Morton Arboretum.Move your body with the grace and confidence of the ancient Tai Chi masters who learned the secret of balancing yin and yang – strength with beauty, power with peace, endurance with flow. TaijiFit™ is a form of Tai Chi suitable for beginners.There is no routine or choreography to memorize or “get right.” Your instructor will lead you into flow...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Trolls After Dark Hike

The Morton Arboretum @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL

The Arboretum closes at dusk, so enjoy this special opportunity to see the mysterious forest protectors under the light of the moon. As you navigate the west side trails, your guide will entertain you with stories about the trolls’ origins, their message of conservation, and what the trees and wildlife are up to during the long dark nights when no one else is around. The hike will begin at Thornhill Education Center before heading out to the west...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Woodland Ecology (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Learn the essentials of woodland ecology and the woodland management techniques necessary to maintain threatened woodland ecosystems. Woodlands and savannas once covered vast stretches of the Great Lakes region. Today, these ecosystems are threatened by encroaching development, invasive species, and pollution. Discuss the principles of woodland ecology underlying restoration practice, learn about sites that represent different stages of restoration,...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Hummingbirds at Home (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Explore the lives of hummingbirds and learn to attract them to your home garden in this live, online program from The Morton Arboretum. World traveler and hummingbird fanatic Denis Kania shares his love and wisdom about these miraculous birds. After providing a global perspective of the hummingbird population, Denis will delve into our local Midwestern species: the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Learn about their lives and behaviors, including courtship,...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Conifer Collection Guided Tour (In-person)

The Morton Arboretum

Join an Arboretum expert for a winter stroll through the conifers. Admire the variety of textures, shapes, and colors of the Arboretum’s magnificent collection of evergreen trees from around the world. Learn the names of common and not-so-common conifers, and enjoy interesting facts about the members of this diverse and beautiful collection.

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Home Gardening for Beginners (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Interested in getting into gardening? Learn the basics you need to turn your yard into an appealing outdoor space. This live, online class will cover the foundational skills that every new gardener needs. You will learn: What will grow well in your landscape based on things like light, soil, and water How to choose the right plant for the right place How to pick out a good plant at the nursery (and what to avoid) How to plant and care for...

(15) Beginner 16 and older
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Growing Medicinal and Culinary Herb Gardens (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Growing a garden can be healing in so many ways, whether you are replenished by the healing herbs you grow, the time spent outdoors, or the empowerment that comes with growing your own food. Join co-founder and CEO of the Urban Growers Collective and dig deep into the how’s and why’s of herbal gardens.

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Ecosystem Concepts (Online and In-person)

The Morton Arboretum

Monday, March 8, 2021, 12:00 p.m. (Central time): Access self-paced materials online. (available for 60 days)Saturday, March 20, 2021, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. (Central time): In person session meets at Thornhill Picnic Shelter, P-21 Explore the interactions that drive ecosystem function and learn to identify the plants, animals, and organisms whose interactions form the ecological communities that shape habitats. By developing knowledge of ecological...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Attracting Birds and Bees to Your Garden (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Birds and bees are an important part of healthy landscapes. Learn how to attract birds and bees to your garden in this live, interactive online class with landscape designer Carol Becker. Start with the basic principles of sustainability, and learn how to assess your garden based on these principles. Over the course of two sessions, your instructor will also cover:  how birds and bees benefit both the landscape and people, which native plants...

(15) Beginner 16 and older
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Spring Native Plant Propagation (In-person)

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Learn spring methods for propagating your favorite native plants. Learn how to bring seeds out of stratification, plant in seed trays and transplant seedlings. Practice making hardwood cuttings, dividing plants, and starting new plants from suckers. Covid-19 Safety: If you are unwell, or have been in contact with someone who is unwell in the last two weeks, you must stay home. A full refund will be issued on request. Participants must wear face masks....

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Invasive Species (Online)

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Learn to identify and manage the most common invasive plants in the Great Lakes region.  Managing invasive plants is one of the most common restoration tasks. Learn to identify the characteristics of common invasive plants and describe their impacts on the landscape; discuss invasive plant ecology, and learn to which control methods are best suited to each plant. In this online class, the self-guided material can be completed wherever you...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Basic Plant ID

The Morton Arboretum @ **Virtual Classroom

Get the botany basics you need to identify plants. Whether you are a natural resources volunteer or specialist,  gardener, naturalist, or artist this class provides the fundamentals you need to get started. Attend a 2 hour session at the Arboretum to learn botanical vocabulary and plant ID skills with the guidance of an Arboretum plant expert. The in-person session will include time both indoors and outdoors, so please dress for the weather....

(15) Beginner 16 and older
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Botanical Names Demystified (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Learn to call plants by their botanical names in this self-guided online class.  In this course, you will: learn the in’s and out’s of the scientific naming of plants understand why these naming conventions are useful and important get tips and tricks for pronunciation, and learn botanical names for 40 common plant species that are native to Illinois.

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Climate Change Close to Home (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Illinois is known as the Prairie State, but in reality, the natural communities that make up our state are as diverse as its human communities. Whether you live in Chicago, the suburbs, or the surrounding rural areas, climate change is affecting all of us, though in different ways. This online discussion will explore the local impacts of climate change across northeastern Illinois’ natural communities, from the woodlands concentrated near the...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Forest Therapy Walk (Two Hour)

The Morton Arboretum @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL

Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of Shinrin-Yoku, the practice of bathing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. Awaken your senses and reconnect with nature during these mindful walks with a certified Forest Therapy guide. No two walks are the same; visit different locations at The Morton Arboretum and enjoy a variety of awareness-raising exercises. "’Forest bathing’ suggests to me a more casual experience among the...

(15) All levels 18 and older
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Starting Vegetables from Seed (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Growing vegetables from seed is an affordable way to grow your own food and try new varieties you can’t find at the garden center. Need some help getting started? Join urban homesteader and community gardener Natasha Nicholes for this online beginner’s workshop. You’ll learn how to Understand seed packets Learn which seeds you can start indoors now How to plant seeds and care for your seedlings How to successfully transplant seedlings to your...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Arboretum Yoga

The Morton Arboretum @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL

Improve your health and well-being with yoga. We will practice poses, breathing and meditation in the tranquil setting of The Morton Arboretum. Notes: This class requires a yoga mat!  Bring your own or borrow one of ours. Will be held outdoors if weather permits; please dress for outdoor practice.

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Arboretum Uncorked: Paint a Floral Wreath (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Pour a glass of wine, follow along and paint a cheerful floral wreath in this live, online class. Learn basic color mixing and how to paint a variety of flower shapes and leaves. Personalize your wreath with a monogram or simple lettering. Get encouraging guidance from your instructor while you work.You’ll need to gather a simple list of supplies that you can use for this class, and will inspire your next project, too!Explore your creative side...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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