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SUMMARY:Summer Nature Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Get outdoors with a nature scavenger hunt at Gabis Arboretum at PNW. Build natural environment awareness and try to find nine natural summer objects\, whether you are a beginner or advanced. \nNo matter how many objects you find\, your participation helps with health and wellness. \nSee what you’re looking for
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/summer-nature-scavenger-hunt/
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SUMMARY:Guided Prairie Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Naturalist for a guided prairie walk. \nPeak prairie season is upon us. Come get a guided tour and see the wildflowers blooming in the prairie. \nMeet near the first parking lot. \nRegister to Attend \nThis event is limited to 15 participants. \nProgram participation is free. Arboretum admission fees apply for non-members.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/guided-prairie-walk-3/
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SUMMARY:Golf Cart Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join a Gabis docent for a golf cart tour! \nEnjoy a leisurely drive through Gabis Arboretum while the docent shares insights about the plants and animals that call the Arboretum home. \nWith only eight seats available\, be sure to reserve yours early to secure a spot. \nReserve a Spot
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/golf-cart-tour-23/
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SUMMARY:Community Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Help us with restoring our native habitat\, weeding in the garden or mulching the trails! \nCommunity Volunteer Day will take place on the second Saturday of May through November. Please dress appropriately for the weather. We will provide water and snacks. \nApply to Volunteer \nVolunteer Information \n\nNew Volunteers must APPLY TO VOLUNTEER at least 5 days before the event.\nCurrent Volunteers\, please let us know you’re coming so that we can contact you in case of cancellation.\n\nThe arboretum is only able to accept volunteers over the age of 13. \n\nParental consent forms are required for all minors under the age of 18. Please inquire with the office on policies regarding minors at gabisarboretum@pnw.edu.\n\nFor questions\, please email gabisarboretum@pnw.edu.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/community-volunteer-day-2/2025-08-09/
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SUMMARY:Acorn Concert Series: Hyryder (Grateful Dead Tribute)
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, Hyryder returns to play two full sets in true Grateful Dead fashion. Their immersive performances celebrate the spirit of the Dead’s improvisational style\, allowing the music to flow organically in our natural setting. \nThe arboretum’s landscape provides the perfect backdrop for their jam-band approach that has made them regional favorites. Hyryder takes the stage at 7 p.m. \nPurchase Tickets \nAre you a PNW alumni interested in discounted tickets? Contact alumni@pnw.edu! \n\nGet ready for another great summer of music with the 2025 Acorn Concert Series! \nStarting June 20\, Gabis Arboretum invites families to enjoy five evenings of live music as part of our annual concert series. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and make lasting memories together in a beautiful\, family-friendly setting! \nSee the full lineup
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/acorn-concert-series-hyryder-grateful-dead-tribute/
LOCATION:Gabis Arboretum\, 450 West 100 North\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46385\, United States
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SUMMARY:Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to view the meteor shower! \nJoin us for a late-night gathering at Gabis Arboretum to view the annual Perseid meteor shower. \nMeet at the mounds near the first parking lot. \nRegister to Attend \nLimited to 100 participants. \nThis program is free. Non-members must pay an arboretum admission fee of $10 per carload for entry.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/perseid-meteor-shower-viewing-2/
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SUMMARY:Golf Cart Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join a Gabis docent for a golf cart tour! \nEnjoy a leisurely drive through Gabis Arboretum while the docent shares insights about the plants and animals that call the Arboretum home. \nWith only eight seats available\, be sure to reserve yours early to secure a spot. \nReserve a Spot
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/golf-cart-tour-24/
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SUMMARY:Tree Hike Series: Summer Tree Identification
DESCRIPTION:Join Gabis in the Tree Hike Series\, while learning about how to identify Summer Trees! \nJoin Forestry Expert Lenny Farlee on a summer tree identification hike. Lenny has a master’s degree in forest management from Purdue University and is the extension forester for the Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center at Purdue University. Lenny will point out key identifying features for a variety of tree species. We will mostly be looking at the leaves\, fruit\, nuts and flowers of these trees. \nExpect to leave with a better understanding of key identifying characteristics of native trees species. Please bring water as we will be outside for an extended period of time. \nGabis Arboretum will be hosting a series of tree hikes throughout the year. We plan on having one in spring\, summer and winter\, all focusing on different aspects of our trees. Read the individual descriptions to learn what each hike will focus on. \nMeet in first parking lot. \nRegistration \nPlease note that you will need to sign up for each hike independently. Signing up for one does not sign you up for the remaining events. \nLimited to 20 participants. \nProgram participation is free. Arboretum admission fees apply for non-members.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/tree-hike-series-summer-tree-identification/
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SUMMARY:Tree Hike Series: Summer Tree Identification
DESCRIPTION:Join Gabis in the Tree Hike Series\, while learning about how to identify Summer Trees! \nJoin Forestry Expert Lenny Farlee on a summer tree identification hike. Lenny has a master’s degree in forest management from Purdue University and is the extension forester for the Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center at Purdue University. Lenny will point out key identifying features for a variety of tree species. We will mostly be looking at the leaves\, fruit\, nuts and flowers of these trees. \nExpect to leave with a better understanding of key identifying characteristics of native trees species. Please bring water as we will be outside for an extended period of time. \nGabis Arboretum will be hosting a series of tree hikes throughout the year. We plan on having one in spring\, summer and winter\, all focusing on different aspects of our trees. Read the individual descriptions to learn what each hike will focus on. \nMeet in the first parking lot. \nRegister to Attend \nPlease note that you will need to sign up for each hike independently. Signing up for one does not sign you up for the remaining events. \nLimited to 20 participants. \nProgram participation is free. Arboretum admission fees apply for non-members.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/tree-hike-series-summer-tree-identification-2/
LOCATION:Gabis Arboretum\, 450 West 100 North\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46385\, United States
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SUMMARY:Golf Cart Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join a Gabis docent for a golf cart tour! \nEnjoy a leisurely drive through Gabis Arboretum while the docent shares insights about the plants and animals that call the Arboretum home. \nWith only eight seats available\, be sure to reserve yours early to secure a spot. \nReserve a Spot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T140000
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SUMMARY:Golf Cart Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join a Gabis docent for a golf cart tour! \nEnjoy a leisurely drive through Gabis Arboretum while the docent shares insights about the plants and animals that call the Arboretum home. \nWith only eight seats available\, be sure to reserve yours early to secure a spot. \nReserve a Spot
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/golf-cart-tour-25/
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CATEGORIES:Gabis Arboretum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T210000
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SUMMARY:Acorn Concert Series: Mike & Joe (Modern Rock Tribute)
DESCRIPTION:Mike & Joe brings energy and versatility to their arboretum debut\, covering alternative rock hits from the ’90s through today\, with classics from the ’60s through ’80s mixed in. Known for their spontaneous jam sessions and crowd interaction\, this regional favorite creates a genuine rock show experience that spans generations. \nOpening Act: The Double Features \nPurchase Tickets \nAre you a PNW alumni interested in discounted tickets? Contact alumni@pnw.edu! \n\nGet ready for another great summer of music with the 2025 Acorn Concert Series! \nStarting June 20\, Gabis Arboretum invites families to enjoy five evenings of live music as part of our annual concert series. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and make lasting memories together in a beautiful\, family-friendly setting! \nCheck out our Other Concerts
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/gabis-arboretum/event/acorn-concert-series-mike-joe-modern-rock-tribute/
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