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Take a tour of Pacific Connections

First and third Sundays in Oct. and Nov.
Meet at the GVC at 1 p.m.; FREE

In October and November , the Arboretum's free Guided Weekend Walks will feature the new Pacific Connections Garden. The tours are led by knowledgeable, trained guides and take place rain or shine. This is a great way to get the inside scoop on Pacific Connections' iconic plants, ethnobotany, and cultural significance. Meet at 1 p.m. at the Graham Visitors Center; no fee or advance registration.
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Nature Journaling with Heather Wallis Murphy

Sun, Oct. 19, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$70; pre-registration required

Explore the art and science of field observations with wildlife biologist and watercolorist Wallis Murphy. Connect with the environment by recording your observations in pen and ink, pencil, and either watercolor or colored pencil. Class supplies are listed at http://www.wildtales.com/pages/events.html.

Click here for a full list of classes and events . To register, contact Jean Robins at 206-685-8033.
A picture of instructor Shawna Hartung practicing yoga by the sequoias

Yoga Returns to the Arboretum

Thurs., 10/ 16 - 11/6, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
$55 series or $15 per class. Bring a friend and save $5!

Discover beauty and peace amongst the trees. Take a meditative walk through the Arboretum each week as you begin class with certified hatha instructor Shawna Hartung.

Please bring a mat, water bottle, and yoga block for each class. Click here for a full list of classes and events . To register, contact Jean Robins at 206-685-8033.
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Make Your Own Herbarium Art

Sat. 10/19, 9 a.m. – noon
$30; pre-registration required

Learn to collect plant samples and prepare them to become herbarium specimens. The specimen you create in class can be taken home - hang it on your wall or give it as a gift that shows both the scientific importance and natural beauty of plants! Receive tips on making collections from your own garden. Class includes a presentation, tour of Hyde Herbarium, and outdoor, hands-on demonstration

Click here for a full list of classes and events . To register, contact Jean Robins at 206-685-8033.
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Celebrate 10 years of Rare Care

Friday, Oct. 24, 7 – 9 p.m.
NHS Hall; RSVP by Oct. 22

Celebrate 10 years of conserving Washington’s rare native plants. Come for coffee, refreshments, and a raffle to support Rare Care programs. Win a botanical print by Jean Emmons, a consultation, a weekend cabin in White Salmon, and other fabulous items. Listen to US Fish and Wildlife Service's Ted Thomas discuss the progress made in conserving native plants and their ecosystems in Washington State, and Washington Natural Heritage Program's John Gamontalk about the status and distribution of sensitive plant species. Please RSVP by October 22 to Rare Care at 206-616-0780 or rarecare@u.washington.edu.

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