Past Events

  1. Guided Tree Walk

    May 14, 2026, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

    Monthly tree walks feature all things trees.  A variety of topics will be covered, including proper selection and planting, insect pests and diseases. Please dress for the weather. Walks will cover large trees and small trees within the arboretum. These walks are led by arboretum staff. Registration encouraged but not required, it is helpful if we need to cancel the event due to severe weather events.

  2. Plant Discovery Day

    May 9, 2026, 9:00am - 1:00pm

    The annual Friends of Secrest Arboretum sale features new and unique annuals, perennials, herbs and woody plants. Our annual, perennial, herb, and woody plant lists is listed below! Parking and admission are free. View Sale List (Subject to change without notice)

  3. Members Only Plant Discovery Day Pre-Sale

    May 8, 2026, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

    Friends of Secrest Arboretum enjoy the best selection of annuals, perennials and herbs at this members only pre-sale. Friends of Secrest also receive a 10% pre-sale discount. Join Friends of Secrest Arboretum today to shop this sale.

  4. Guided Bird Walk

    Apr 11, 2026, 9:00am - 11:00am

    Members of the Greater Mohican Audubon Society guided birders of all skill levels. Spot birds, learn their calls and discover their habitats in the arboretum. Parking and admission are free. Please dress for the weather. Attendees should bring binoculars if they have them.

  5. Guided Tree Walk

    Apr 9, 2026, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

    Monthly tree walks feature all things trees.  A variety of topics will be covered, including proper selection and planting, insect pests and diseases. Please dress for the weather. Walks will cover large trees and small trees within the arboretum. These walks are led by arboretum staff. Registration encouraged but not required, it is helpful if we need to cancel the event due to severe weather events.

  6. Guided Tree Walk

    Mar 12, 2026, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

    Monthly tree walks feature all things trees.  A variety of topics will be covered, including proper selection and planting, insect pests and diseases. Please dress for the weather. Walks will cover large trees and small trees within the arboretum. These walks are led by arboretum staff. Registration encouraged but not required, it is helpful if we need to cancel the event due to severe weather events.

  7. Pruning Workshop

    Mar 5, 2026, 9:00am - 2:00pm

    This introductory workshop provides a foundational overview of proper pruning practices. Instruction will cover key principles including appropriate timing, plant selection, essential tools, tool maintenance, and techniques for making correct pruning cuts. Participants will receive guidance from experienced professionals and will have the opportunity to develop hands‑on skills in a supervised setting. Please note that fruit tree pruning will not be addressed in this session. Lunch will be provided.

  8. (Cancelled) Bark & Branches: A Textural Tour

    Feb 27, 2026, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Explore the quiet resilience and beauty of Secrest Arboretum in winter during this engaging workshop that blends science and seasonal observation. Led by Arboretum experts, this guided walk will highlight the ornamental textures of bark and branching structures, while also uncovering the ecological strategies plants use to survive cold, snow, and wind. Learn how trees adapt to winter conditions—from insulating bark and bud protection to root survival and microclimate advantages. 

  9. Witch-hazel Discovery

    Feb 27, 2026, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

    Witchhazels signal the arrival of spring at Secrest! Come discover the numerous witchhazels in the Secrest collection. Experience the beauty and fragrance of these fascinating plants. The date of this workshop may be moved depending on weather conditions. In 2025, it was moved by four weeks in order to experience peak bloom. 

  10. Guided Bird Walk

    Feb 14, 2026, 9:00am - 11:00am

    Members of the Greater Mohican Audubon Society guided birders of all skill levels. Spot birds, learn their calls and discover their habitats in the arboretum. Parking and admission are free. Please dress for the weather. Attendees should bring binoculars if they have them.

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