UW-Arboretum class: Winter poetry

February 21 - Sunday, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Arboretum Class: "A Flurry of Winter Poetry at the Arboretum." Here in Wisconsin, winter is a great time to think about poetry. As the natural world slows down or naps beneath a blanket of snow, humans turn inward and wax reflective. This workshop begins with a guided hike through the Arboretum to look for nature activity, then finishes with poetry writing indoors over warm drinks. No experience with nature or poetry is necessary; we welcome everyone from beginners to poet laureates. Instructors: Mary Linton (wetland biologist, ecologist and published poet) and Tod Highsmith (ornithologist, naturalist and poet). Dress for Wisconsin weather. Binoculars are helpful, as well as a small notebook and pen or pencil. Fee: $34 ($30 for members of Friends of the Arboretum.) Registration required. Contact the Arboretum for a registration form, or register and pay online at uwarboretum.org

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

Arboretum Visitor Center Hours: Weekdays 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Weekends 12:30 - 4 p.m.

February Exhibit in the Visitor Center Gallery - "A Year in the Driftless." Watercolor artist Brian McCormick draws inspiration from the woods, farm fields and prairie that surround his stone farmhouse retreat in Wisconsin's driftless region. (January 2 - February 27)