There are many learning opportunities in the Arboretum:
Notes from the Latest Lecture: Plants for Pollinators by Gail Napora
StoryWalk at the Arboretum
On May 5th, 2023, the StoryWalk opened at Edith J. Carrier Arboretum.
This project was made possible by efforts from the Harrisonburg Urban Wood Group, JMU Design Build Dukes and staff at Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. Each of the bookmarks and reading roost were built by JMU Students in Professor Nick Brinen's Architechural Design Class. You can find this exciting feature by walking thru the Family Garden, just past the Troll. To see a highlights of the StoryWalk Project, view the video below. Video Credit: WHSV
Location: Next to the bridge in the Family Garden.
What is StoryWalk®?
StoryWalk® is an innovative and delightful way for children — and adults! — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Laminated pages from a children's book are attached to wooden stakes, which are installed along an outdoor path. As you stroll down the trail, you're directed to the next page in the story. StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT
Origins of the StoryWalk
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June - August
Identification Station
Pre-School - Elementary
Explore the Arboretum with themed activities! This program is FREE. Backpacks are located in the lobby of the Frances Plecker Education Center, Monday - Friday (8 AM - 4 PM).
A maximum of ten (10) backpacks can be checked out at any given time.
How It Works
Pick a Pack
- Flowers
- Exploring Trees
- Forest Mammals
- Butterflies
- Insects
- Macroinvertebrates
Checkout
Explore!
Return Pack
Grounds: Free to the public
Dawn to dusk | 365 days a year
Frances Plecker Education Center:
M-F | 8 AM - 4 PM
