Wildflower ID Walk at Blandy
2-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 20
Wildflower ID Webinar SOLD OUT
WILDFLOWER IDENTIFICATION WEBINAR
9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, April 8
Arbor Vitae, Spring 2021 Newsletter
Blandy K-12- Recommended Reading
A carpet of yellow cheer awaits you!
The winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) has emerged from the cold ground, letting us know spring is on the way despite a snowy, cold forecast.
A native of Europe, this small but mighty bulb is happy growing in rich, well-drained soil. Their bright yellow flowers only open when the sun is shining, so do not expect to see them in full bloom on cloudy days. When in bloom, you will often see honeybees foraging for nectar and pollen.
To see aconite at the arboretum, walk east down Dogwood Lane from the Quarters building and look left into the grassy area.
Spring Programs
Our spring programs include wildflower identification walks, a full moon walk, stargazing with the Shenandoah Astronomical Society, and more. Check out the entire schedule now!
Megachile campanulae in an observation nest
bufflehead mason bee strips leaf
2020 a good year for birders
A lot of us would like to forget 2020 entirely. But for birders, the year featured some memorable sightings. Birders spotted several rare or unusual birds at Blandy, including the beautiful ring-necked pheasant pictured here. Read the article by Blandy Director Dave Carr here.
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Spotlight
With a breathtakingly beautiful view of the Native Plant Trail meadow and the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Peetwood Pavilion for Environmental Education has become one of the most popular locations at Blandy since it first opened in 2005.
Events
Today
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Plein Air Group
- Start time: 10:00am
- End time: 12:30pm
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Paint surrounded by the beauty of the natural world! After a quick check-in at the Blandy Herb Garden, artists may go wherever they prefer to paint within Blandy. All experience levels welcome!
Visit our website for more info: https://blandy.virginia.edu/sketch-and-plein-air-groups
Tomorrow
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Make Your Own Succulent Planter
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End time: 07:30pm
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Learn about succulent care and diversity, then make your own succulent planter with “how-tos” from Blandy Assistant Curator for Herbaceous Gardens Carrie Whitacre. All materials and plants provided. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER: HTTPS://BLANDY.VIRGINIA.EDU/CONTENT/UPCOMING-EVENTS
Thursday, May 26th
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Plein Air Group
- Start time: 10:00am
- End time: 12:30pm
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Paint surrounded by the beauty of the natural world! After a quick check-in at the Blandy Herb Garden, artists may go wherever they prefer to paint within Blandy. All experience levels welcome!
Visit our website for more info: https://blandy.virginia.edu/sketch-and-plein-air-groups
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Blandy Book Club
- Start time: 01:00pm
- End time: 02:30pm
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Visit the Blandy Book Club website to learn more!: https://blandy.virginia.edu/book-club
Friday, May 27th
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Bird Walk
- Start time: 08:00am
- End time: 10:00am
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By this time, migrant breeding birds should be singing and nesting. Join Blandy Director and birding enthusiast Dr. David Carr to scout for orioles, Willow Flycatchers, Eastern Kingbirds, Red-eyed Vireos, Yellow Warblers, Common Yellowthroat, Scarlet Tanager, Indigo Buntings, and more!CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER: HTTPS://BLANDY.VIRGINIA.EDU/CONTENT/UPCOMING-EVENTS
Saturday, May 28th
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Memorial Tree Planting
- Start time: 10:00am
- End time: 11:00am
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Memorial Tree planting to honor the life of McHenry L.Stiff, III.Meet in the main parking lot at 10am, members of the public are welcome.The Funeral Service for McHenry L. Stiff, III will be held on Saturday, May 28th, 2022 at 2:30 pm at the Grace Episcopal Church, 110 North Church Street, Berryville, VA, 22611.