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UW-Arboretum Earth Partnership for Families event Start: 12:30 pm End: 4:00 pm February 28 - Sunday, 12:30-4 p.m. Arboretum Earth Partnership for Families: "Winter Trees, Spring Trees: What's Happening on the Inside?" February family day at the Arboretum is a drop-in event where families can find the answer to the question: "What do trees do in the winter?" And with spring just around the corner "What's happening inside a tree as the days get longer and warmer?" Learn how to identify trees in winter and make bark rubbings. A naturalist-led walk takes place from 1:30-2:30 p.m. GENERAL ARBORETUM EVENT INFORMATION: UW-Arboretum walk: Transitions Start: 1:00 pm End: 2:30 pm February 28 - Sunday, 1-2:30 p.m. Arboretum Walk: "Transitions." Late winter or early spring? It is hard to tell in advance what late February will be like, but nature is getting ready for a change in seasons. Look for clues today. GENERAL ARBORETUM EVENT INFORMATION: Events are open to the public, and tours take place regardless of weather unless the naturalist decides it would be unsafe. Call 608-263-7888 if in doubt. Unless otherwise noted, tours are free and begin at the Arboretum Visitor Center. Visit our Web site at uwarboretum.org

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