Springfest

Arboretum Tour June 13 (rescheduled)

It is interesting how complex tree growth can be! The Canadian Forest Service thought so too! In 1967, trees from North America, Europe and Asia were planted in the Bottom Brook area to establish an Arboretum or “tree garden” that now covers more than 1400 hectares. The goal was to demonstrate over time how native and exotic tree species grow under the climatic conditions of western Newfoundland. On Monday, June 13, take a guided tour to view the Arboretum and learn which tree species from around the world have grown best over 40 plus years of exposure to the climate of western Newfoundland. Learn what tree species are considered suitable candidates for forest restoration and how the characteristics of an Arboretum differ from a natural Newfoundland forest ecosystem. Join us and deepen your appreciation of the complex growing requirements of different trees.