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Support the environment and student research with a limited-edition seed purchase Maritimers are increasingly seeking out local, sustainable food and products, and it feels more important than ever to grow local. Native plants play a crucial role in supporting pollinators, improving biodiversity, and maintaining...
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Acadia Lifelong Learning and the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens are pleased to present a new course this winter Gardening for People and the Planet Discover the wild flora of the Wapna’ki Forest. Explore folklore, history, and horticulture of a group of diverse...
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Today the K.C. Irving Centre was bustling as we decorated our balsam fir tree. Our Friends of the Acadian Forest volunteer group was the lead in decorating the tree, and they also brought festive cheer with decorated cookies to share! Dr. Zoë...
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We’re excited to be partnering with the Terranaut Club to host a fun day of plant conservation exploration for girls+ aged 9-12 August 6th at the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens. For more details see below poster and sign up today! https://terranautclub.com/summer-workshops-events/ Terranaut...
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Summer has arrived! It’s a great time to get outside and explore. Join us at the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens to learn about native plant gardening throughout the season. We will be offering free monthly walks, each focusing on a different topic....
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On May 9 and 10 the Nova Scotia Envirothon took place at Acadia University. The K.C. Irving Centre is thrilled to have hosted a successful event this year. 10 teams of high school students participated. A huge congratulations to this year’s provincial...
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Spring has arrived! It’s a great time to get outside and explore. Join us at the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens to learn about native plant gardening throughout the season. We will be offering free monthly walks, each focusing on a different topic....
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Weekends have recently seen a lot of activity in one of our labs at the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre. The Ducks Unlimited Canada Acadia University Campus Club hosted a Seabird Dissection Workshop enabling students to gain hands on skills in environmental...
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You’re invited to join us in the Auditorium of the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Sunday April 9th at 3:00 to view Episode 12 of WILD NOVA SCOTIA featuring the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens. This is a free, family friendly event. We...
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Spend a Sunday afternoon engaging with the Wapna’ki/Acadian Forest region, appreciating its beauty and allowing nature to awaken your senses. Come learn about what you can do for nature and what nature can do for you. The Acadia Community Development students organizing...
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