The growing chaos, conflict, and division in our world often feels overwhelming. As a combat veteran who enlisted after 9/11, I scarcely recognize the country I once risked my life to defend. But in recent months, I’ve found a potent antidote to despair in my volunteer work at Hoyt Arboretum. Discovering the Joy of Volunteering … Read more
Every Tuesday is a lively one at Hoyt Arboretum—boots clomping and the comforting chatter of people gathering for our weekly stewardship crew. But, the week before Thanksgiving, Tuesday Crew felt special. When I arrived that morning and saw just how many people were packed into the classroom listening to Martin share the plan for the … Read more
Hi, I am a Pacific Banana Slug. Scientists call me Ariolimax columbianus and say that I am the second largest slug in the world, growing to nearly 10 inches long. I am native to the Pacific Northwest region and love dark, cool and wet forest floors like the densely forested portions of Hoyt Arboretum. I … Read more
This spring, we were lucky to have William Spry, a high school senior from Catlin Gabel, complete his senior project at Hoyt Arboretum. An active member of the Robotics Team and Cornell-bound in the fall to study Engineering, William is multi-faceted and also has a great love for the outdoors- especially since taking up trail … Read more
During Earth Week in April, Hoyt Arboretum hosted a series of volunteer stewardship events that brought nearly 150 participants into the park to help care for its trees and trails. Many volunteers joined as part of their workday, teaming up with their co-workers to give back to the community in a meaningful, hands-on way. Volunteer … Read more