Upcoming Events at Secrest Arboretum
Deadline to apply for the MGV class
Date: January 15, 2026 To Apply Click here.
Winter Wonderland Nature Walk
Date: January 23, 2026 | Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Join Jason Veil and Paul Snyder for a serene winter hike through Secrest Arboretum. Discover how trees and landscapes adapt to the cold season, then warm up with coffee, tea, and hot chocolate.
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Winter Grafting Workshop
Date: January 29, 2026 | Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Master the art of plant grafting in this hands-on workshop. Participants receive rootstock, scion, and a grafting knife. Pre-registration required.
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Witch-hazel Discovery
Date: February 13, 2026 | Time: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Celebrate the early signs of spring! Explore Secrest’s witchhazel collection and enjoy their beauty and fragrance. Date may shift for peak bloom.
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Bark & Branches: A Textural Tour
Date: February 20, 2026 | Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Discover the textures and survival strategies of trees during winter. This guided walk blends science with seasonal observation.
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Pruning Workshop
Date: March 5, 2026 | Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Learn basic pruning techniques from ISA Certified Arborist Phil Knopp. Includes tool care, proper cuts, and hands-on practice. Lunch provided.
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Guided Tree Walk
Date: March 12, 2026 | Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Monthly tree walks cover selection, planting, pests, and diseases. Led by Arboretum staff. Registration encouraged but not required.
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Helpful Links
https://secrest.osu.edu - Find links to events, plant collections at the Secrest Arboretum, Master
Gardener Volunteers, and past and present newsletters.
https://www.friendsofsecrest.com - Find links to Friends of Secrest Arboretum membership,donations, and events sponsored by the group.
https://bygl.osu.edu Buckeye Yard and Garden onLine - Find articles written by Extension, nursery, landscape, and turf team members that benefit both home and professional gardeners.
Newsletter Team: Janet Broda, Sue Cook, Karen Edgington, Pat Warner