Celebrate the Arrival of Spring with a Day of Community at Viles Arboretum
Enjoy nature-inspired activities for all ages, lend a hand with an Earth Day project, explore our vernal pool, and snap a photo with a floppy eared friend! This event is the perfect way to kick off spring with joy and purpose!
The Spring Celebration is FREE for everyone to attend. Please note that some activities may require a fee to participate and/or advance registration.
April 19, 2025
Event Schedule
10am-2pm
Grab Lunch and a Treat!
Food Trucks
Of Maine Origin
Shakedown Treats & Sweets
Location: Right side parking lot
Grab Lunch and a Treat!
Volunteer Opportunity - 11am-12pm
Brush Cleanup
Help clear brush from recent pruning!
Locations: Community Forestry Collection & Apple Orchard
Volunteer Opportunity - 1pm-2pm
Garden Bed Maintanance
Help transform the gardens in front of the Visitor Center!
Location: Visitor Center
Volunteer Opportunity - 1pm-2pm
$5 per child, FREE for Members
Meet the Easter Bunny ($)
Enjoy a private moment with the Easter Bunny, snap a photo and create a special memory!
Location: Austin Wilkins Room
Registration is Suggested: it’s first come, first served, but pre-registered guests will have the opportunity to skip the line for a quicker experience!
Guided, Self-Paced Experience
Vernal Pool Exploration
Explore the magic of vernal pools! Dive into this seasonal habitat to discover the diverse plants and creatures that call it home!
Location: Just past the Willow Tunnel
Guided, Self-Paced Experience
Guided, Self-Paced Activity
EcoCraft: Upcycled Seed Starting
Learn how to repurpose everyday items into eco-friendly planters while starting seeds for your garden.
Location: Education Barn
Self Guided Adventure
Native Egg Hunt: Discover the Birds of the Northeast
Set out on a scavenger hunt to find eggs from bird species that call the Northeast home. You'll look for info sheets around the Arboretum that will provide information about each bird. Once you've completed the hunt, bring your worksheet back to the visitor center for a treat!
Location: Visitor Center
Self Guided Adventure
Self-Guided Experience
Soil Sensory Bins
Explore bins filled with different types of soil. Feel the textures, test the drainage, and learn how each layer plays a crucial role in supporting life on Earth!
Self-Guided Experience
Spring Magnified
Get an up-close look at nature at the microscope station!
Location: Visitor Center
Self-Guided Experience
This event is brought to life through the generosity of our members, volunteers, community partners, and sponsors.
Thank You!
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