Fall Education Series @ The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens / Part One

Join the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens from 9-11:30 am this fall with our Fall Education Series (dates and talk descriptions below!

Price for admission: $25 for non-members, $15 for members.

Coffee and breakfast pastries are provided!

October 7th:

Garden Wolves

David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds for the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens

Join us at the Arboretum on October 7th at 9 a.m. for the first of a four-part "Fall Education Series!" Meet David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds, who will be speaking first about the importance of wasps. Many gardeners view wasps as a dangerous, aggressive,  and frightening antagonist in the garden. David will shed insight into the vastly ecologically importance of wasps: from pollination to pest control. He will give tips on how to encourage wasps to visit your garden while keeping them from areas where they may pose a threat. 

Urban Forests' Connection to Human Health and Well-being

Gabbi Edwards, City Forester for Ames

Gabbi Edwards, City Forester - Ames will follow David at 10:30 am and will talk about the impact urban trees and green spaces have on those of us who experience them. Spending time outside has proven to improve human health and well-being. She will talk about the impacts, why they happen, and what you can do to create meaningful impact in your area.