The Morton Arboretum
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Forest Therapy Winter Walks
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of Shinrin-Yoku, the practice of bathing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. Take a mindful walk with a certified Forest Therapy guide on a trail at the Morton Arboretum as you awaken your senses and reconnect with nature. The walks will visit different locations at the Arboretum and will include a variety of awareness-raising exercises. The walks will conclude with tea made from edible...
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$25
Winter Plant ID
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Learn to identify plants without leaves or flowers. Explore the Schulenberg Prairie and adjacent woodlands to practice identifying native perennials and grasses in winter with a local expert. Notes: Includes winter hiking on dirt trails. Please dress for the weather. Limit 20 Recommended Text: A Guide to Wildflowers in Winter – Herbaceous Plants of Northeastern North America by Carol Levine, is available in The Arboretum Store....
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$46
Human+Nature Solstice Tram Tour
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Celebrate the connection we have with nature on this evening solstice tram ride. As you wind through the Arboretum’s grounds, watch the sun set behind the Human+Nature sculptures. Enjoy stories about the trees of the Arboretum and their roles in human lives. Discover solstice traditions and keep an eye out for active wildlife along the way. Notes: Held entirely outdoors. Please dress for the weather and be prepared to walk on wood chip paths....
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$20
Dragonfly Stroll
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Chase dragonflies with Cindy Crosby, dragonfly monitor and author of the book Chasing Dragonflies: A Natural, Cultural, and Personal History. Take an easy, one-hour stroll along Meadow Lake’s paved paths with the author to spot dragonflies and damselflies in their natural habitat. Space is limited so sign up soon! Notes: Held outdoors; includes walking on paved trails. Please dress for the weather
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$20
Basic Plant ID
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ **Virtual Classroom
Get the botany basics you need to identify plants. Whether you are a natural resources volunteer or specialist, gardener, naturalist, or artist this class provides the fundamentals you need to get started. Attend a 2 hour session at the Arboretum to learn botanical vocabulary and plant ID skills with the guidance of an Arboretum plant expert. The in-person session will include time both indoors and outdoors, so please dress for the weather....
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$23
Arboretum Yoga
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Improve your health and well-being with yoga. We will practice poses, breathing and meditation in the tranquil setting of The Morton Arboretum. Notes: This class requires a yoga mat! Bring your own or borrow one of ours. Will be held outdoors if weather permits; please dress for outdoor practice.
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$17
Forest Therapy Walk (Two Hour)
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Experience the healing and wellness-promoting effects of Shinrin-Yoku, the practice of bathing the senses in the atmosphere of the forest. Awaken your senses and reconnect with nature during these mindful walks with a certified Forest Therapy guide. No two walks are the same; visit different locations at The Morton Arboretum and enjoy a variety of awareness-raising exercises. "’Forest bathing’ suggests to me a more casual experience among the...
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$27
Trolls After Dark Hike
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
The Arboretum closes at dusk, so enjoy this special opportunity to see the mysterious forest protectors under the light of the moon. As you navigate the west side trails, your guide will entertain you with stories about the trolls’ origins, their message of conservation, and what the trees and wildlife are up to during the long dark nights when no one else is around. The hike will begin at Thornhill Education Center before heading out to the west...
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$23
Grow Great Tomatoes
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ **Virtual Classroom
Grow healthy, abundant tomatoes this summer. Nothing compares to the flavor and freshness of a homegrown tomato. In this online class, Arboretum horticulturist Kat Haberman will cover everything you need to know to have a successful tomato crop this summer. Learn what tomato plants need to thrive. Get tips on selecting varieties and choosing healthy seedlings. Learn the recommended practices for planting, feeding, and harvesting. Learn to...
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$27
Basic Tree ID
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Learn to identify the common trees you see in local preserves or in your neighborhood. Use characteristics such as leaves, bark, branches, flowers, and fruit to ID a tree. Learn to use keys and field guides. Walk the grounds of the Arboretum with an expert, who will point out key identifiers of common trees. See and understand your natural surroundings in a new way. Notes: Held indoors and outdoors.
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$34
Aerial Tree Yoga
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Stretch, strengthen, and release stress while having fun, cocooned in a hammock suspended from the trees! Aerial yoga offers wonderful benefits to the mind, body and soul, and is suitable for beginners as well as experienced yogis. Natalie Schilke has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and blends her love for nature and wellness into all of her teachings. Natalie is a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-500) and also holds a certification in...
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$32
Reviews of The Morton Arboretum
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Growing a Productive Edible Garden (Online)
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The Prairie in Art and Literature (Online)
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Beginning iPhone Photography (Online)
I learned several tricks that will help me use my iPhone more effectively. The presenters were well organized and built in practice time within the class. It can be hard to teach on zoom and these teachers did a very good job. -
The Secrets of Bird Identification (Online)
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The Secrets of Bird Identification (Online)
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Beginning Beekeeping
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Valentine Floral Design
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Handmade Bookbinding Workshop
The teacher was very nice and informed about the subject. I did learn quite a bit. I had issues with the pacing and organization of the class. Also, there were two students enrolled that sort of pushed the instructor to go faster/do things not in the course plan and we did not do the final hardcover book with a spine. Or if we did I wasn't aware of it because of the chaos. -
Meditation and Essential Oils
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Beginning Beekeeping
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Spring Ikebana: Japanese Floral Arranging
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Sensational Summer Side Dishes
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Spring Ikebana: Japanese Floral Arranging
Excellent class. Great teacher. -
Woodcraft Workshop: DIY Reclaimed Birdhouse
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Woodcraft Workshop: DIY Reclaimed Birdhouse
Good instructor - very knowledgeable and helpful as were all the other helpers. Class was totally hands-on, even with the power tools, which was nice. Helpers were there at all times for those that needed help or guidance, so it was comfortable for all levels of experience. There was a good choice of weathered wood to choose from. A nice feature was that the back of each plank had been planed to show fresh wood, giving participants a choice of using either the weathered side, or the "new" side. Extra bits of wood were provided for those who wanted to add additional features to their birdhouse. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is because there could have been a little more instruction and a better ratio of tools to participants. A sheet of basic instructions, including measurements of the birdhouses would have been helpful. I realize it's a lot of work to haul power tools and wood to an event, but 2 saws and 3 nail guns for 15 people meant for a lot of waiting around. All in all, We came home with birdhouses that we're quite happy with and would recommend the class to others, especially if they'd like a fully hands-on class and the chance to use power tools.
