Paint in the Arboretum: Adult Watercolor Class
Learn the basics of painting from life before going out into the arboretum to create your own plein air masterpiece in watercolor! Plein Air (from French for “outdoors”) is the act of painting the environment while being immersed in it and often inspires us to look closely and see the world through a different lens. Pre-registration required.
Adult Member: $36
Adult Non-member: $45
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Have you ever seen a leaf with a strange, pigment-free pattern? This is called variegation! It can be caused by a genetic difference in the plant, or a change in cells as it grows. You can see this beautiful phenomenon up close on one of our hibiscus plants in the Demonstration Garden!
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Love the Arboretum but live too far away? Book a stay at Hill House!
Less than a mile from Boyce Thompson Arboretum, this ranch-style Airbnb has a 360-degree view of Tonto National Forest. Spend your days touring the Arboretum and your evenings enjoying the sunsets, plants, and wildlife right outside the front door. It`s a perfect getaway for couples, friends, and families alike.
Visit the link in our bio to schedule your stay today!
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Can you spot the tiny flowers on this Golden Barrel Cactus?
Sometimes we can be so focused on the goal ahead, we miss small wonders along the way. Next time you visit the Arboretum, pause to notice the little signs of life around you:
🐝A bee pollinating a flower.
🦎A lizard darting up a trail.
🐦The call of a distant songbird.
🌼A small yellow flower blooming on a Golden Barrel Cactus.
What small beautiful thing did you notice today? Let us know in the comments! 👇
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Start your morning off right with a guided bird walk this Wednesday, August 5th at 6:15 am! Free with admission, this walk is for advanced and beginner birders alike. Some of our favorite summer birds spotted at the Arboretum are:
🪽Broad-billed Hummingbird
🪽 Brown-crested Flycatcher
🪽 Bells` Vireo
🪽 Lucy`s Warbler
🪽 Summer Tanager
What`s your favorite summer bird? Let us know in the comment! 👇
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There`s only two more chances to join a Critter Crawl this summer!
🌕Friday, August 7 | 7:30 pm
🌕Friday, August 21 | 7:30 pm
Explore the Arboretum from a whole new perspective. See the critters that come out at night and learn more about Arizona`s incredible nocturnal wildlife! We hope to see you there.
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Happy last day of July! Our early summer hours and discounted admission continue in August.
🕕6:00 am - 12:00 pm (Last admission 11:00 am!)
📆Open Wednesday - Monday
⚠️Closed Tuesdays
🎟$16 Admission
Hope to see you here!
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Happy International Day of Friendship!👭 May your friendships be as pure as these little Inca Doves.
Inca Doves survive cooler weather by huddling on top of one another in a warm, feathery pyramid - a behavior called pyramid roosting! Can you picture anything cuter? Examples of friendship can be found everywhere in nature. 💚
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Did you know Carob pods are edible? When they turn dark brown, wrinkled, and glossy, they are good to eat!
Our Carob trees are flowing with pods. Not only are they enjoyed by the local wildlife, carob pods can also be used as a chocolate substitute for baking! If you`re feeling adventurous, grab some carob powder from the store and see what you can make with it. Don`t forget to tell us the results!
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