UW-Arboretum ecological restoration work party

February 27 - Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon

Arboretum Ecological Restoration Work Party: "Core Area and Curtis Prairie." Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the front steps of the Visitor Center. 9 a.m. to noon. For more information: 608-265-5214 or mlfarrior@wisc.edu.

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)