Gabis Classes and Programs
Pruning 101 and Advanced Pruning Techniques (Two-Day Workshop)
The Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest is excited to host a two-day hands-on pruning workshop. George Brenn, owner of Four Seasons Landscaping in Valparaiso and Chairman of the Indiana Accredited Horticulturist Program, will guide participants through classroom instruction and field demonstrations.
Spring Ephemeral Wildflower Hike
Come join the naturalist at Gabis Arboretum and ID all the spring wildflowers we can find including trillium, bloodroot and many others.
Stargazing
Join Purdue Northwest Astronomers for an evening of stargazing. We expect to see the Moon, Venus, and Mars, along with a few other objects!
Spring Ephemeral Photo Walk
Join photographer and docent, Deb Armstrong, on a guided walk to see spring ephemerals and learn how to take stunning photos on your smart phone or camera.
Specialty Pruning & Candling Workshop
Join us and James Hitz at Gabis Arboretum to learn specialized pruning techniques in order to restrict tree growth.
Spring Ephemeral Wildflower Hike
Come join the naturalist and ID all the spring wildflowers we can find including trillium, bloodroot and many others.
Grow Your First Garden
This kid-focused program is to teach those how to plant seeds and take care of different plants for their first garden.
Native Seed Collecting at Gabis Arboretum
Join the naturalist and collect native seeds from plants in the prairie. Tips will be given on ways to improve germination of the seeds, as well as information on proper planting sites.
Railway Garden Special – One-Day Event
Lake County Operators from Wisconsin in partnership with Riley’s Railhouse from Chesterton will be bringing special trains to run on our Model G tracks in the Railway Garden. Come see them operate their unique trains that can pull up to 30 train cars!
Golf Cart Tour
Join the knowledgeable docents for a golf cart tour of Gabis Arboretum. You will visit the prairie, woodland, and wetland, while learning about the plants and animals that live there.