Purdue University Northwest Gabis Arboretum Events
Events
Golf Cart Tour
Enjoy a leisurely drive through the Arboretum while the docent shares insights about the plants and animals that call Gabis Arboretum home.
Guided Prairie Walk
Join the Naturalist for a guided prairie walk.
Wine on the Rails: A Progressive Tasting Adventure
Join us for an enchanting evening of wine and wonder!
Trail of Scarecrows
School groups, scouts, businesses, families and other groups create scarecrows on display during October at the arboretum. Entries will be on display from October 5 through October 31, Halloween!
Bird Migration Hike (Sold Out)
Come join a family friendly guided hike (kids are welcome) with long time Gabis volunteers John and Jo Brugos.
FreeNight Sky Viewing with Astronomer
Join Bill Suriano, an amateur astronomer and astrophotographer, for a night under the stars.
FreeNative Seed Collecting at Gabis Arboretum
Join the naturalist and collect native seeds from plants in the prairie!
Volunteer Work Day
Help us with restoring our native habitat, weeding in the garden or mulching the trails!
Taking the Same Road Twice (or Thrice): Ecological Insights for Repeat Visits to Nature Preserves
Gabis Arboretum is excited to host a presentation about the knowledge that can be gained from repeated visits to nature preserves.
Fall Hike
Join the Naturalist for a fall hike to see the changing leaves and enjoy the brisk cool air.