Winter 2010-11 Calendar of Events

FOR MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

Special events, classes and trips

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D E S E R T B O T A N I C A L G A R D E N

Presented by The Arizona Republic

Make plans for the Valley’s best holiday event where the Garden comes to life with more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags and eleven musical groups performing nightly.

Luminaria offers guests a choice of 21 nights in December, including dates between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Visit dbg.org for additional event information.

DatesMembers / December 2, 3, 4, 5General Public / December 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30

ticket PricesMembers: Adults $20, Children $10 (ages 3-12) Children under 3 admitted freeGeneral Public: Adults $25, Children $12.50 (ages 3-12) Children under 3 admitted free

Hours 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.

to PurcHase tickets• Order online at dbg.org• Call480481.8188(8a.m.-8p.m.,Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat.-Sun.)• VisittheAdmissionsBoxOffice(8a.m.-8p.m.daily)

Las Noches de las Luminarias at Desert Botanical Garden

Sponsored in part byEntertainment sponsored by

For 25 or more tickets call 480 481.8104. Ask about private group dining options. Group discount will apply.

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arizona Native Plant society Meetingtuesdays / November 9, December 14, January 11 and February 8 / 7 - 9 p.m. check-in at admissions / everyone welcome TheArizonaNativePlantSocietyprovidesinformation,fostersappreciationof,andhelpsprotectArizona’snativeplants.ThePhoenixchapteremphasizesSonoranDesertplants.CallMichaelPlagensat602459.5224formoreinformation.

central arizona cactus and succulent society Meetingsundays / November 28, January 30 / 2 p.m. check-in at admissions / everyone welcome TheCentralArizonaCactusandSucculentSocietyencourages the appreciation, study and growing of cacti and other succulents. Each meeting features a program about aspects of these fabulous plants. Visitcentralarizonacactus.orgformoreinformation.

daily and weekly activities

Las Noches de las Luminarias at Desert Botanical Garden

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included with membership or admission

Garden toursDaily / october 1 – May 8Can you drink water from a cactus? Do century plants really live 100 years? Get your burning questions answered on this docent-led tour and see why our desert plant collection is world-renowned. You will discover how plants survive, and even thrive, under theextremeconditionsoftheSonoranDesert.Bringyour camera and water, and wear a hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes.

ask a Gardenersaturdays and sundays / February 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.Want ideas for creating year-round color in your yard and conserving water in the desert? Drop by our Ask a Gardener station where knowledgeable volunteers can help with your gardening questions.

audio tours Free for Members $3 General PublicThese lighthearted, fun and informative tours bring alive our collections of plants along the Desert Discovery Loop Trail.Adultorfamilyaudio presentations are another great opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Garden.

Birds in the Garden Mondays / November – February / 8 a.m. second saturdays / November – February / 8 a.m.JoinexpertbirdersforamorningbirdwalkalongtheGardentrails.Everyoneiswelcome,includingfirst-timebirders. Wear a hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes, and bring binoculars if available.

Group tours and activities available at a time and date of your choiceWeofferspecialdiscountsandcustomizedtoursforgroupsof 10 or more people. Join us for team building, education and entertainment offerings, including private guided tours, planting activities, southwestern cooking demonstrations andflashlighttours.AskaboutourNativeAmericantourpackagethatincludesaboxedlunchandvisitstoboththeDesertBotanicalGardenandtheHeardMuseum.Call 480481.8104orgotodbg.org/groupsalesforpricingandmore information.

garden meetings

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exhibits

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steel Jam session by Ludvic November 19, 2010 - May 30, 2011 Harriet k. Maxwell Desert Wildflower trailThiswhimsicalsculptureexhibitbylocalartistLudvicwillhighlight ten works from his “Steel Jam Session” series. Ludvicusesmaterialshefindsinjunkyards—steel,carparts,tools—andgathersandreworksthemintolively,impromptucompositions.Ludvicreassembles,reshapes,sandblasts and paints these improbable materials to create fun and vibrant sculptures. Bornin1944inSudanandeducatedinEgyptandSwitzerland,LudvicSalehhashadadiversecareer.Aone-timeemployeeofAndyWarholandfabricdesignerforYvesSaintLaurent,Ludvichasexhibitedhispaintingsandsculptures widely in galleries and museums throughout the U.S. and is best known for his still-life food paintings.

A Desert Illuminated John schaefer Photography exhibitFebruary 25 - May 27, 2011 / ottosen Gallery in Dorrance Hall / 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / DailyA Desert Illuminatedphotographyexhibitfeatures 30 photographs of cactus flowers of the Sonoran Desert. These stunning macro photographs are wrapped in thevisualandcontextualembraceofaRenaissance-era illuminated manuscript that connects the human passionforscienceandart.Byplacingasheetofblackconstruction paper behind the cactus, he is able to isolate the subject, intensifying the composition of the richly hued and delicate flower. Schaefer,presidentemeritusofUniversityofArizona,is a conservationist, avid bird watcher and founder of theNatureConservancyinArizona.Heisatalentedphotographerwho,withAnselAdams,establishedtheCenterforCreativePhotographyinTucson. Generously sponsored by Carol DuVal Whiteman

BioMythic Masks by Gwynn Popovacthrough January 2, 2011 ottosen Gallery in Dorrance Hall 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / DailyArtistGwynnPopovac’sBiomythicMasksblendthetextures,shapesandhuesofnaturalhabitatssuchasdeserts, wetlands and tide pools with human features. These intricate three dimensional masks incorporate a variety of man-made and found objects such as wire, plaster, beads, fabric and stones.

Generously sponsored by Carol DuVal Whiteman

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Music in the Garden Winter concert series 2011SpendSundaysunderbreezyblueskiesattheDesertBotanicalGarden’sWinterConcertSeries.Music in the Garden pairs upbeat bands with delightful scenery at the most beautiful venue in the Valley.

Enhance your afternoon with a gourmet brunch or spirited drink.FabulousFoodFineCateringandEventsprovidesa chef-attended station featuring weekly specials for an additionalcharge.ThePatioCaféwillbeopenduringtheconcertwithitemsforpurchasefromthedailycafémenu.Afullcashbarwillalsobeavailable.

NEWTHISYEAR!JointhebestlocaldanceorganizationsinPhoenixforacomplimentarylessonatintermissiononour professional ballroom dance floor.

sundays / 12 - 2 p.m. / ullman terraceDoors open at 11 a.m.

WiNter 2011 LiNe-uPJanuary 9 the surfside iV Surfer Rock / HulaJanuary 23 Junction 10 Country / Two-StepJanuary 30 Mario Moreno and the ramblers Vintage Rock / SwingFebruary 6 traveler Mediterranean / World BeatFebruary 13 Fuerza caribe Mambo / Salsa / BachataFebruary 20 Big Nick and the Gila Monsters Chicago Soul / Blues

Members: $15 / General Public: $21children (3-12): $8Children under three are admitted free.

to Purchase tickets:• Orderonlineatdbg.org• Call480481.8188(8a.m.-5p.m.Monday–Friday, 9a.m.-4p.m.weekends)• VisittheAdmissionsBoxOffice(8a.m.-8p.m.daily)

Concert venue is open seating only. Limited tickets are available. Advance ticket purchase recommended. Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more adults by calling 480 481.8104. No refunds or exchanges on tickets purchased. No outside food or beverage allowed.

Sponsored in part by:

Friday / February 11 / 6-9 p.m. / ullman terrace

events

ken Druse on “the Love of Plants”Ken Druse is nationally known as agardenexpertandis a man who loves plants.Heisalsoconcerned about our fragile desert region and will speak on how we can encourage respect for the

environment and help other people fall in love with plants.Hebelievesthateveryplanthasastoryandthatweshouldbesharingthesestories.Hewilltalkabout the mysteries in the mathematical equations revealedintheleavesofanAgave;propagationsecrets;plants that sparked social revolutions and artistic movements;somethatcausedwars;flowersthatsupported the economies of entire countries and led to their fall. Through Druse’s glorious, award-winning

photographs, you will fall in love with plants all over again. The New York Times called Druse “the guru of natural gardening” and his books “bibles for garden lovers.”Hehaspublishedarticlesandphotographsinnearlyeverygardeninganddecoratingmagazineinthe U.S. Druse can be heard on his weekly public radio showandPodcast–Ken Druse REAL DIRT, which can be downloaded at kendruserealdirt.com The lecture willbefollowedbyaQ&Asession,plusbooksalesand signing of his latest book, PLANTHROPOLOGY: The Myths, Mysteries and Miracles of My Garden Favorites.

sunday / February 13 / 4 - 5:30 p.m.Members: $15 / General Public: $18



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events

America’s Great Wildlife MigrationsJoel Sartore, PhotographerWednesday / December 8 7:30 p.m.Best known for his photographs of wildlife, particularly endangered species, Joel Sartore wields his camera in the battle to conserve natural spaces and the habitats they support. This mission has taken him to some of the world’s most remote and dangerous places, where he has risked serious illness and deadly animal attacks to get images that bear testimony to the plight of our natural world. His entertaining presentation blends humor with a powerful conservation message and award-winning photographs of wildlife and the places they inhabit. Photo credit: Joel Sartore

Exploring Mars: The Next GenerationKobie Boykins, NASA EngineerWednesday / January 19 7:30 p.m.Kobie Boykins, a mechanical engineer at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, designed and helped build the celebrated solar arrays that powered the Mars Expedition Rovers in 2004. After completing their planned missions, the rovers did something amazing. They kept on going, capturing additional data and sending back images while working beyond their 90-day planned life. One is still roaming Mars today—more than five years later. Boykins’ enthusiasm for space exploration and Mars in particular is infectious. Join him for an engaging evening exploring the Red Planet. Photo credit: Courtesy NASA

My Wild LifeMireya Mayor, Primatologist and TV HostWednesday / March 23 7:30 p.m.Often described in the media as a “female Indiana Jones,” Mireya Mayor is not your typical scientist. Both as a primatologist working in the jungles of Madagascar and as a wildlife correspondent for National Geographic, this city girl and former Miami Dolphins cheerleader has found herself in some unusual and exciting situations. She is one of a handful of scientists researching the highly endangered lemur and recently discovered a new species in the backcountry of Madagascar. She then persuaded the prime minister of Madagascar to establish a national park to help protect these rare creatures. Hear this inspiring scientist and explorer share highlights from her scientific and journalistic work, including behind-the-scenes stories from her most recent adventures. Photo credit: Mark Thiessen

Visit nglive.org and learn about other exciting events.

2010/2011 Speaker Series

Desert Botanical Garden Celebrates its Second Year as National Geographic Live Arizona Community Partner

Community PartnerSponsored by Presented by

Garden members who use the code “desert” when ordering tickets will have 10% of their purchase price donated to the Garden.Single Tickets begin at $26 / 4-Part Series Subscriptions begin at $94Ticketing information: 480 644.6500 / mesaartscenter.comMesa Arts Center – One East Main Street, Mesa, AZ

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NeW Dates aND tiMes! saturday and sunday / February 26 and 27 1-6 p.m.ExperienceCorks & Cactus, where guests are able to sample, sip and savor their way through the splendor oftheDesertBotanicalGarden.Corks & Cactus blends boutiquewines,gourmetappetizersanddesertbeautyinto a delightful weekend event. Talented musical entertainment will accent the event as guests stroll the Garden paths. Visit with representatives from a variety ofwineriesandpurchaseabottleorcase.AllwinepurchasedattheeventdirectlybenefitstheGarden.

Foreventdetailsvisitdbg.org.

1 Day ticket Members: $20 / General Public: $30

2 Day ticket Members: $35 / General Public: $55 Must be 21 or older to attend, and must show proper identification.


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Romance IN THE GARDEN

romance in the GardenFriday / February 11 / 6-9 p.m. ullman terraceBeginaweekendofromanceattheDesertBotanicalGarden with a candlelit outdoor concert under starry skies. Enjoy cocktails at the cash bar, try a wine flight or purchase wine or champagne by the bottle.

Create your perfect evening with an optional dinner includingappetizers,entrees,anddesserts.

Members: $30 / General Public: $35optional Dinner ticket: $35 (concert ticket required) Meal tickets must be purchased in advance. Full menu and details available at dbg.org

to Purchase tickets:• Orderonlineatdbg.org• Call480481.8188(8a.m.-5p.m.Monday–Friday, 9a.m.-4p.m.weekends)• VisittheAdmissionsBoxOffice (8a.m.-8p.m.daily)

Limited tickets available. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door. Must be 21 years or older with proper identification to be admitted. No refunds or exchanges.

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member events

gardening and landscapingClass offerings under the Desert Botanical Garden Mastership Program are labeled as follows:

DGM-C Desert Gardening Mastership Core DGM-E Desert Gardening Mastership Elective

Drip irrigation Design and installation (DGM-e)Homeownerswilllearnhowtodesignadripirrigationsystemthatwillbeefficientandabletohandletheirlandscapeasitgrowstomaturity.Properzonesforplantmaterials, soils and microclimates will be covered, as well as concepts of hydraulics to ensure systems will function properly, not only at start-up but over time. The installation portion covers the point of connection out to the end caps. Learntoavoidmanyofthecommonmistakesassociatedwithdripsystemdesignandinstallation.Learnaboutconnecting poly tubing with a compression coupler, as well as three styles of emitter installation and when each should beused.InstructedbyJeffLee.Limit20.

saturday / January 8 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

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Patrons Circle and Garden Fund Member EventsSaguaro Circle, Curator’s Circle, Director’s Circle, President’s Circle and Founder’s Circle members give $1,250 – $25,000 annually and are part of the Patrons Circle. The Garden’s Agave Century Club, Boojum Tree Club, Ocotillo Club and Golden Barrel Club members give $150 – $1,249 annually and are part of the Garden Fund.

Las Noches de las Luminarias Partythursday / December 2 5:30 - 8:45 p.m. Binns Wildflower Pavilion co-chairs: amy Flood and scott schaefer PatronsCirclemembersandguestsareinvited to a private party in conjunction with Luminaria, the Garden’s unique Southwestern holiday tradition. Enjoy a delicious buffet, open bar and seating nexttoacozyfire.ThenstrollalongtheGarden’scandle-litpathsandexperiencea wide-variety of musical entertainment. Both Luminaria tickets and party reservations are required.Forpartyreservations and Luminaria tickets, [email protected].

opening reception and artist Lecture with Photographer John schaefer thursday / February 24 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. / Dorrance HallPatronsCircleandGardenFundmembersare invited to celebrate the opening of: JohnSchaefer’sphotographyexhibition,A Desert Illuminated. Schaefer is the past presidentoftheUniversityofArizonaand,withfamedphotographerAnselAdams,founderoftheCenterforCreativePhotographyinTucson.Hiscollectionof30-40photographsofcactusflowershighlights the microscopic beauty and colors found in the blooms of the Sonoran Desert. Forreservationsandadditionalinformation, please contact Marcos Voss [email protected].

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environmental challenges of Desert Gardening (DGM-c)Why don’t gardenias thrive in my garden? Why do my tulips fall flat? Why isn’t the soil in my yard dark and rich?Theanswer–youareintheSonoranDesert.Thisintroductory class is designed to teach you about the challenging conditions you will face when gardening in thelowdesert.Learnhowtoworkwiththeuniquesoils,temperatureextremes,bi-modalrainyseasonsandhumaninfluencesthatimpactplantsinyourlandscape.InstructedbyGardencuratorKirtiMathura.Limit25.

tuesdays / January 11 and 18 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $60 / General Public: $72

Desert Gardening with PerennialsEnhance your garden with the perfect perennials. Discover a phenomenal array of desert-adapted plants and how to usethemsuccessfullyinyourlandscape.Learnthevariouslife cycles of these useful beauties, their peak seasons, sun orshadepreferencesandmuchmore.InstructedbyGardencuratorKirtiMathura.Limit25.

Wednesdays / January 12 and 19 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $50 / General Public: $60

cactus and succulent cultivation and care (DGM-e)Howdoyougrowyourownplantsfromseed,cuttingsanddivision? What do you do with a broken limb of a cactus? Howdoyousafelyhandleandtransplantaspinycactus?Isthereaneasywaytoremoveacactusfromapot?Whatare the differences between growing plants in the ground and in containers? These and other common questions will be discussed, and overall care and maintenance tips forhealthy,vibrantplantswillbeprovided.InstructedbyGardencuratorScottMcMahon.Limit25.

thursday / January 13 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

edible Landscape Design and installation ProjectThisclassisinspiredbyFritzHaeg’sbook, Edible Estates:Attack on the Front Lawn,whichexploresourrelationshipwith the natural environment and offers a different way ofthinking about our domestic landscapes. This class introduces this concept and demonstrates how to apply it by teaching participants to design their own edible yard. The instructors will lead the class through the design process programming and site analysis, base plan preparationanddesignstudies,andfinallayoutdrawings. Class members will be invited to participate in theinstallation of an edible estate garden prototype for theSonoranDesertduringaweekendworkshoponFebruary26and27.InstructedbyJackGilcrest,landscapearchitectandKirtiMathuraoftheDesertBotanicalGarden.Limit20.

sundays / January 16 and 23 1 - 4 p.m. Members: $90 General Public: $108


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gardening and landscaping

Landscape Lighting Design and Demonstration (DGM-e)Lightingisanimportantaspecttoalldomesticlandscapes.Itisespeciallyvaluable in our desert environment during the long hot summer months when the most convenient and comfortable time to enjoy your landscapeisaftersunset.Informationwill be presented on designing, engineering and installing affordable, energyefficient,functionallightingwhich creates visually dramatic effects in your landscape. This class will consist of two sessions combining classroom presentations, walking tours of lighting in the Garden and demonstrations of different lighting techniques. The class will cover building codes, design considerations, engineering principles, preparation of layout drawings, installation techniques and maintenance troubleshooting.InstructedbyDrewTedfordofUniqueLightingSystems,and Jack Gilcrest, landscape architect. Limit25.

thursdays / January 20 and 27 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $60 / General Public: $72

Watering and controller Programming (DGM-e)Take an active role in the health of your landscape by learning correct watering techniques and how to properly control your home irrigation system. The ins and outs of irrigation controller programming will be demonstrated through hands-on exerciseswithcontrollermodelsintheclassroom.Learnwhenandhowmuchto water, and how proper watering notonlybenefitsyourlandscapebutactually conserves water and lowers yourutilitybill.InstructedbyJeffLee.Limit20.

saturday / January 22 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

Vegetable Gardening - a comprehensive approach (DGM-e)Take advantage of this timely workshop to get your garden growing in our unique desert environment. You will learn the importance and details of soil preparation and how to overcome the challenges of our environment.Properplantingseasons and strategies, as well as resources for purchasing seeds will be covered in this informative workshop. Great take-home materials and complimentary seed packets are included to give your own vegetable gardenanaddedboost.Instructedby Garden curator Kirti Mathura. Limit25.

Monday and Wednesday January 24 and 26 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $50 / General Public: $60

Unleashing Creativity in Garden DesignThe Garden is proud to bring you a day long workshop taught by award winning landscape architect and author W. Gary Smith and based on his new book, From Art to Landscape. Allartisticexpressionbeginswiththeself.This workshop will help you develop a design vocabulary of shapes, patterns and forms forcreatinggardens.Wewillexploresimpletechniques for unleashing artistic creativity and looking at the Garden through new eyes. You may bring a sketch or plan of a current design to share with the class, or simply come ready to stretch your creativity and imagination. No artistic experienceisrequired.WorkshopincludeslunchandacopyofSmith’sbook.Foramoredetailedaccount of the workshop activities please visit dbg.org/adultclasses.Limit20.


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urban Farming for everyday LivingUrban farming is simply a way of thinking about your landscape.Ifyouaregoingtonurtureaplantinyouryard,whynotmakeitedible?Inthisclassyouwilllearnthecomponents of an urban farm and how to create one of yourown.InstructorGregPetersonwillgiveapictorialtourofhisUrbanFarmintheheartofPhoenix.Limit25.

tuesday / January 25 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

care of Desert trees and shrubs (DGM-e)Discover the nature of woody plants and what makes themdifferentfromotherplants.Learnhowwatering,pruning, planting and general care of trees and shrubs are determined by their woody-ness.Findoutabouttheseincredible garden plants that crave our desert conditions. InstructedbyMaryIrish.Limit25.

tuesday / January 25 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

smart controllers: What you Need to knowTo water your landscape accurately, all you need to do is continuously gather weather data that affect plants, like temperature, solar radiation and humidity, and then adjust yourirrigationaccordingly.Oryoucaninstallasmartcontroller that will do this for you. The common irrigation controller will only do what you tell it to do, and it will keepdoingthatuntilyouchangetheprogram.Aproperlyset smart controller can make these watering adjustments on its own, saving water and money and keeping your landscapelookinggreat.Learnhowthesecontrollersworkand what they can do for you, your plants and your water bill,fromsomeonewhoisnotasalesman.Learnhowtoselect the smart controller that will do the best job for your situation.InstructedbyJeffLee.Limit20.


Pruning trees and shrubs (DGM-e)Givethetreesandshrubsinyourlandscapesome‘TLC’. Inthisintroductorypresentationlearnthebasicsofpruning to keep your green investments healthy, functional and looking great. You will learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for goodstructure,thefivetypesofpruningandwhentousethem, and how to avoid the two worst pruning mistakes. You will leave this program ready to prune your own trees andshrubswithconfidenceandeffectiveness.Includesa pruning demonstration plus informative take home materialsandresources.InstructedbyJohnEisenhower.Limit25.

sunday / January 30 / 1 - 4 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

Desert Landscape shrubs (DGM-e)JointheGarden’scuratorofshrubstoexperiencetheworldofthesedesertadaptedplants.Learntouseshrubstoprovideacriticalframeworkforalandscape.Inadditiontointroducingyoutoanarrayofmedium-sizedplantssuitable for our desert environment, this three-part workshop will provide the tools you will need for the selection, placement and proper maintenance of the ideal shrubsforyourgarden.Thefirsttwosessionsareheldintheclassroom,andthefinalsessionisawalkingtouroftheGarden to admire mature specimens in a landscape setting. InstructedbyKirtiMathura.Limit25.

Monday, Wednesday and saturday / January 31, February 2 and 5 / Monday and Wednesday 6 - 9 p.m. and saturday / 8 - 10 a.m. Members: $60 / General Public: $72

understanding Desert soils (DGM-e) Ourdesertsoilsareverydifferentfromsoilsoftemperateregions of the United States. Understanding soil is vital because it is home to the important, yet largely unnoticed, plant roots. Since roots and stems are wholly dependent on each other, it follows that healthy roots are the foundation ofhealthyplants.Learnthecomplexitiesofoursoilandthemeans of managing it to grow the healthiest plants possible. We will discuss the various soils types found in the Valley, theimportanceofalivingsoil,pH,essentialelementsofplantgrowthandidentificationofcommondeficiencies.InstructedbyGardencuratorChadDavis.Limit25.

tuesday / Febrauary 1 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

selection and care of Fruit treesGrowingfruittreesinourcitylandscapeissignificantlydifferentfromgrowingtheminruralareas.Inthisclassyou will learn the single biggest mistake when planting fruittreesinthedesert;whentoplantandhowtomanageyourfruittrees;wateringandfertilizingtechniques;andwhy fruit trees are like art. The good news is that the same urban orcharding techniques apply to planting one tree or hundreds.InstructedbyGregPeterson.Limit25.

thursday / February 3 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36


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gardening and landscapingPonds in Your Desert Landscape (DGM-e)Over75percentofourdesertriparianareas,oncea respite for native and migratory birds, as well as terrestrial creatures, have been damaged or destroyed bydevelopment.Inthisclass,wewillexplorethemanyoptions for turning your backyard into a wildlife refuge within the concrete jungle by adding water in an environmentally friendly and responsible manner. Anurbanoasisandaprivateresortenvironmentcan co-exist.InstructedbyPaulHoldeman.Limit25.

Monday / February 7 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

the art of Watering (DGM-e)Cacti and other succulents have fascinated people ever sinceearlyEuropeansbroughtthembackfromtheirfirstexplorationsoftheworldaftertheMiddleAges.Eventhough they are succulent plants that need less water to survive than ordinary leafy plants, they do need water in therightamountsandattherighttimeoftheyear.Findout how to water your succulents and keep them in peak condition.InstructedbyGardencuratorScottMcMahon.Limit25.

tuesday / February 8 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

“Herban” Wildlife GardeningAddanewdimensiontoyourherbgardeningexperience by attracting fluttering butterflies, hovering hummingbirds, bumbling bees and more. Kirti Mathura, Garden curator, shares ideas for planting enticing herbs that lure fascinating creaturesintoyourgarden.Limit25.

Wednesday / February 9 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

Water HarvestingLivingandgardeninginthedeserthasitsownchallenges,not the least of which is making sure your plants receive enoughwater.Rainwaterandgreywaterofferavastsupply of water that is usually viewed as something that we need to get rid of. With appropriate management, we can use these resources to build an incredible oasis in the desert.Inthisclasswewillexploretechniquestotakefulladvantageofthewaterweoftencallwaste.InstructedbyGregPeterson.Limit25.

thursday / February 10 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

irrigation system Maintenance, troubleshooting and repair (DGM-e)Avoidcostlyprofessionalrepairsandirrigationnightmares.Ifyoualreadyhaveanirrigationsystemandwanttolearnhow it works, how to take care of it, or make simple repairs, thisprogramisforyou.Improperlymaintainedsystemscanbechallengingforhomeowners.IrrigationspecialistJeffLeewillteachyouaboutallthreetypesofirrigationsystems(drip,sprinklers,andbubblers)andspecificneedsforeach.Learnhowtomaintainthesystemsforpeakefficiencytoensureyourplants’health.Youwillalsolearn to troubleshoot the most common irrigation system failures, and to perform proper repair techniques from nozzleandemitterreplacementtopiperepair.Limit20.

saturday / February 12 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

Maximize Your irrigation system (DGM-e)Aproperlydesignedandinstalledirrigationsystemisessentialtomaximizeefficiencyandusetheleastamountof water possible to keep your plants healthy. Most of us use whatever the builder or previous owner installed, and that often means a system that performs poorly and uses toomuchwater.Learnhowtoidentifyandcorrecttheperformance-robbing problems in your irrigation system. The good news is that ripping out the old system and startingoverisrarelyneeded.InstructedbyJeffLee. Limit20.


caring for Your Desert Garden (DGM-c)Myirrigationsystemrunseveryday;whyaren’tmyplantshealthy?Whyismycactusgettingsunburned?HowoftenshouldIfertilizeandshearmyshrubs?Thisclasswillshedlight on misconceptions and malpractices commonly associatedwithdesertgardening.Learnhowtoselecttheright plants and correctly install them in your landscape. Propertechniquesforwatering,fertilizing,pruningandothermaintenancewillbeaddressed.Instructedby GardencuratorKirtiMathura.Limit25.

tuesday and thursday / February 22 and 24 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $60 / General Public: $75


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gardening arts


This winter Desert Botanical Garden is proud to offer new classes highlighting the decorative uses of desert plants. Explore your creative potential while learning new ways to appreciate and use the beautiful bounty of the Sonoran Desert.

Holiday Botanical arangement, Desert style Learnsimplewaystocreateafestiveholidaytablearrangement with a touch of tradition and desert whimsy. Use of holiday foliage, fresh flowers and desert elements will help students create an original floral centerpiece to take home. Class price includes plants and basic materials. Alistofoptionalsuppliesandtoolswillbesentaheadofclass.InstructedbyLynnReves.Limit15.

tuesday / December 7 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $50 / General Public: $60

Beginning BonsaiWhenyoulovedeserttreesbutcannotfitanymoreinyourlandscape, try them as miniature bonsai creations. This hands-on workshop will provide you with a succulent plant, bonsai pot and soil. Under the gentle guidance of your instructor and your imagination, you will learn how to turn a plant into a living piece of art. Three classes will cover the basics of bonsai, including plant and pot selection,shaping,wiring,wateringandfertilizing.InstructedbyPhoenixBonsaiSocietyeducators. Limit15.

sundays / January 16, 23, 30 / 2 - 4 p.m. Member: $85 / General Public: $105

introduction to Desert ikebanaIkebanaistheartofarrangingflowersaesthetically.Botanicalrepresentationsofthethreeelements(sky,earth and mankind) are artfully placed to achieve a well balancedfloraldesign.Whileexploringthissixcenturiesold Japanese art form, you will create an arrangement of your own design. Students will learn tips and techniques for working with floral elements. Class includes plants and materials.Alistofoptionalpots,suppliesandtoolswillbesentaheadofclass.InstructedbyLynnReves.Limit15.

Wednesday / January 26 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $60 / General Public: $72

succulents in a Frame: a Living PictureVertical gardens are all the rage. Create a spectacular mini, vertical, succulent garden inside a specially designed frame planter.Frame,assortedsucculentplantcuttingsandsoilareallincluded.InstructedbyLynnReves.Limit20.

tuesday / February 15 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $80 / General Public: $96

Desert Gardening MastershipThe Desert Gardening Mastership at the Garden is designed for those interested in plants and will teach about their selection and care, as well as their ecological and cultural significance. Desert Gardening Mastership classes are open to all regardless of intent to complete the program and can be found in the program listings at dbg.org/adultclasses.

classes and GuidelinesCore classes will get you started in your garden and are marked in the calendar with a DGM-C. They are introductory in nature and will help you build a solid foundation in whatever type of gardening endeavor you pursue.

Elective classes are marked with a DGM-E in the calendar. This program is self-directed, self-tracked, and students will be awarded a Desert Gardening Mastership upon completion of 12 classes: four core classes and eight elective classes. For information, log on to dbg.org/adultclasses or call 480 481.8146.

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Full Moon PhotographyThe beauty of full moon nights combined with the splendor of the Garden make for a fantastic evening of photosandfun.Classtimesareoptimizedforbestshootingof twilight, moonrise and dark skies. This class is for amateur photographers wishing to discover their nighttime photography potential through hands-on guidance and personal instruction on the Garden trails. This class isfocusedoncreativityandexperimentationtolearnelementsoflighting,exposure,camerasettingsandothernighttimeconsiderationssuchaspaintingwithlight.FordigitalorfilmSLRcameraswithatripodonly.InstructedbyAdamRodriguez.Limit10.

Wednesday / January 19 / 6 - 9 p.m. or thursday / February 17 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $45 / General Public: $55

Master Your Point and shoot cameraLearnhowtoobtainthebestresultsfromyourdigital point and shoot camera. This hands-on class focuses almost entirely on learning how to set up your camera and useitsmanyfeatures.Thisisanexcellent,entrylevelclassfor students new to digital cameras and will prepare you for more advanced photography classes offered by the Garden. InstructedbyAdamRodriguez.Limit10.


Digital Desert Photography: Getting startedThis is a hands-on class for beginning digital camera users interested in learning the concepts and craft of digital photography.Classinstructionemphasizeslearningthefunctions and features of your digital camera and helps you set up your camera for various shooting conditions and subjects. The course also covers composition and tips for taking better everyday pictures. This beginning course emphasizesprimarilyautoscenemodesandisopentoall digital camera owners. Some shooting in the Garden is included, and students should bring photos for class critique.InstructedbyScottSalnas.Limit10.

sunday and tuesday / January 23 and 25 sunday / 1 - 5 p.m. and tuesday / 6 - 10 p.m. or sunday and tuesday / February 13 and 15 sunday / 1 - 5 p.m. and tuesday / 6 - 10 p.m. Members: $70 / General Public: $85

How to Buy Your Next Digital cameraThiscourseisforthosewhoarebuyingtheirfirstdigitalcamera or want to step up to a newer, more advanced camera.BothpointandshootandDSLRtypecamerafeatures will be discussed. Digital photo technology does not stand still. Cameras now have not only face recognition butalsopetrecognition.Thecameraonlyfireswhenthepet is looking your way. The class will cover basic functions and concepts, terms, how to assess camera quality, and featuresbestsuitedforyourneeds.Ahandoutchecklistofcamerafeatureswillbeprovided.InstructedbyScottSalnas.Limit10.

thursday / January 27 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $35 / General Public: $42

Digital Desert Photography: Next stepsThishands-onclassisforDSLRdigitalcamerausersinterested in learning intermediate photo skills and advanced set-up of your digital camera. Students should have an understanding of basic photographic concepts. You will learn to take your camera off the auto scene modes and take charge of capturing images using the creative options ofthemodedial.Hands-onassistancewillbeprovidedforyou to set up your camera for varying lighting conditions and scenes using appropriate metering and focus options. Alsocoveredareimagefilestructuresanddigitalworkflow.Some shooting in the Garden is included, and students should bring photos for class critique. This class is for DSLRownersonly.InstructedbyScottSalnas.Limit10.

sunday and tuesday / January 30 and February 1 sunday / 1 - 5 p.m. and tuesday / 6 - 10 p.m. or saturday and Monday / February 19 and 21 saturday / 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and Monday / 6 - 10 p.m. Members: $70 / General Public: $85

photography


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Photographing in HDRA general problem in photography is the rendering of scenes which have very bright highlights and deep shadows. In digital photography, the problem is made even worse as the linear response of the sensors imposes an abrupt limit to the dynamic range captured once the sensor capacity is reached. Learn how to use three photographs of the same scene taken under different exposures to process the High Dynamic Range (HDR) image to reveal its details in highlights and shadows. Class includes two hours of shooting in the field and one hour of in-class software demonstration. For DSLR cameras with tripod and Auto-Exposure Bracketing (AEB). You may have to change the exposures manually if your camera does not bracket. Instructed by Adam Rodriguez. Limit 10.

Saturday / February 5 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Members: $45 / General Public: $54

Night Photography: Painting with LightThis field class will tour the Garden at night using flashlights to paint with light. Learn the elements of good exposure for night scenes by using flashlights to light up key subjects. We will also use translucent umbrellas to help create unique shots. For DSLR cameras with tripod only. Please bring your own flashlight. Instructed by Adam Rodriguez. Limit 10.

Wednesday / February 16 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $45 / General Public: $54

The Desert Botanical Garden is delighted to bring back local artist/instructors Josh Dopp and Adam Frus and their mobile glass blowing studio Highway Hotshop. A wide variety of classes and exciting demonstrations will be offered from February 21-27 in the beautiful outdoor setting of the Binns Wildflower Pavilion. Beautiful glass art will be sold in the pavilion during all classes and demonstrations.

Free Public Glass Blowing DemonstrationsInteract with Josh Dopp and Adam Frus as they create fantastic works of art and explain glass blowing while you watch.

Monday - Friday / February 21 - 25 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Hummingbird FeedersMake a fun, funky, hanging hummingbird feeder ofblownglass.Limitthreestudentsperclass.

Monday / February 21 / 2 - 3:30 p.m. ortuesday / February 22 / 5:30 - 7 p.m. orWednesday / February 23 / 2 - 3:30 p.m. Members: $80 / General Public: $96

FlowersSculpt several styles of colorful glass flowers. Studentswillmakethreetofiveflowerseach. Limitthreestudentsperclass.

thursday / February 24 / 6 - 7 p.m. orFriday / February 25 / 4 - 5 p.m. or saturday / February 26 / 12 - 1 p.m. Members: $75 / General Public: $90

Bud VaseCreateabeautifulglassvasetoholdyourflowers–a great companion course for students taking the glass flowersclass.Limitthreestudentsperclass.

Monday / February 21 / 3:30 - 5 p.m. or Wednesday / February 23 / 3:30 - 5 p.m. Members: $70 / General Public: $84

Glass BlowingThis class will teach you the basic skills necessary to create functional or decorative glass art. Class will begin with solid glass projects, such as paperweights and flowers, and then progress to blown glass objects. Materialsareincluded.Limitthreestudentsperclass.

Monday and Wednesday / February 21 and 23 6 - 9 p.m. or tuesday and thursday / February 22 and 24 2 - 5 p.m. Members: $350 / General Public: $420

cactusWe will help you create a glass barrel or prickly pear cactus,completewithflowers.Limitthreestudents per class.

tuesday / February 22 / 7 - 9 p.m. or Friday / February 25 / 2 - 4 p.m. Members: $100 / General Public: $120

Design a MillefioriThis class is for art enthusiasts as well as historical glass lovers. We will supply you with glass to create astunningmillefioripattern.Ourartistswillthentransformyourdesignintoabeautifulfinishedpaperweight. This class includes a short introduction tothehistoricalusesofmillefioriintheglassindustry.Limitsixstudentsperclass.

thursday / February 24 / 7 - 9 p.m. or sunday / February 27 / 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Members: $80 / General Public: $96

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art


Let the beauty of the desert inspire you—from favorite plants like agaves to the lizards that make the Garden their home. These classes are suitable to a variety of interests and abilities, and all are welcome. Materials lists, if needed, will be sent via email prior to the class.

Beginning Botanical DrawingThis is a foundation class that introduces students to the basics of drawing. Students will learn the vocabulary of drawing, develop observation skills, complete a sequence ofexercisesusinggraphiteastheprimarymedium,andbe introduced to the technical properties of drawing materials. This class will get you past staring at that blanksheetofpapertostartdrawing.Instructedby LynnReeves.Limit15.

Mondays / January 10, 17, 24, 31 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $170 / General Public: $205

Botanical art on colorful scratchboardScratchboardoriginatedinthe19thcenturyandbecamepopular for its finerlineappearance.Itisadynamicblack and white technique that becomes magical with theadditionofwatercolorandcolorfulinks.Learnscratchboard history and skills, using tools many of you alreadyown.PhotographsofbloomingplantsfromtheDesertBotanicalGardenwillbeprovidedasareference,orbringaplantorphotoofyourchoosing.InstructedbyElaineHultgren.Limit15.

thursdays / January 13, 20, 27, February 3 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $170 / General Public: $205

Painting agaves in acrylicTheGarden’smagnificentcollectionofagaveswillinspireyou to create your own works of art in acrylic paint. We will exploretechniquesforpaintinginacryliconmasoniteandcanvas.Whetheryouareabeginningorexperiencedartist,learn to adapt acrylics to your own style of painting and takehomecompletedworks.InstructedbyJamesAstholz.Limit15.

saturdays / January 22, 29, February 5, 12 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Members: $170 / General Public: $205

the art of Lizards in the GardenLizardsarethemostvaried,fascinatingandabundantofallreptiles–andtheeasiesttowatchsincetheyaremostactiveduringtimeswhenwecanenjoythem.IntheSonoranDesert,lizardsfeedwhentemperaturesriseandretreat during midday heat. Several beautiful species call theDesertBotanicalGardenhome.Learnabouttheirhabits, and draw and paint these wonderful creatures using graphite,watercolorandcoloredpencil.InstructedbyElaineHultgren.Limit15.

thursdays / February 17, 24, March 3, 10 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $170 / General Public: $205

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earth sciences


The unique physical traits of the Sonoran Desert and the Southwest are an endless source of fascination to scientists and casual observers alike. Join the Garden as we launch a new perspective on the study of our corner of the planet.

Gems of arizonaArizonaisthecountry’sleadinggemminingstateandproducesfineperidot,amethyst,turquoiseandgarnets.This class focuses on how these and gems from other states are formed and valued. The fascinating science of gemology, which incorporates mineralogy, history, psychology, economics, mythology and glamour, will be discussedaswell.Ifyoueverplanonvisitingagemshow,thiscoursewillalsogiveyousomebuyingtips.InstructedbyRichardAllen.Limit25.

tuesday / January 11 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

southwest Desert tectonics and HydrologyThe four deserts of the Southwest share a common tectonic setting but have varying levels of precipitation. Come and learn how the motion of the earth’s crust has helped to shape the environments that make up the Southwest. Examinethehydrologiccycleforeachofthesedesertsbyunderstanding the differences in precipitation, climate, vegetationandsoilmoisture.Participateinahands-onexercisethathelpsyouunderstandthewaterlimitationissuesrelatedtotheNorthAmericandesertsystems.InstructedbyRebeccaFrus.Limit25.

tuesday / January 18 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

Grand canyon and Geologic timeThroughoutgeologictime,Arizonahaschangeddramatically. Studying rocks reveals a record of these changes. There is no richer source for this information than theGrandCanyon.Atthecanyon,wehavearecordoftheformation of the continent, of life beginning on earth, and of the dramatic changes that happen when seas rise and fall. Come and learn about the rich geologic history of the GrandCanyonbyexaminingrocksfoundinitsancientwalls.InstructedbyRebeccaFrus.Limit25.

Wednesday / January 26 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

Paleontology of arizonaLifeonearthhasseenmanychanges.Weareabletofindarecord of these changes by looking at the fossils preserved in rocks. Come and learn about life in the ancient oceans asweexamineinvertebratefossilsfoundinArizona.Learnhow fossils are preserved and what their shapes tell us about ancient environments. Discover the different invertebrate fossilsandotherremnantsoflifethatlivedinArizonathroughoutgeologictime.InstructedbyRebeccaFrus.Limit25.

Wednesday / February 9 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

Volcanology of arizonaAlthoughinactivetoday,thevolcanoesofArizonahavespanned the ages of geologic time and changed the landscapeofthestate.AncientNativeAmericansborewitnesstotheeruptionofSunsetCraternorthofFlagstaff.The Grand Canyon’s Vulcan’s Throne poured lava over the sideofthecanyon,dammingtheColoradoRiverforatime.LearnhowtectonicchangesovergeologictimeformedthedifferenttypesofvolcanoesfoundinArizonabyexaminingthevolcanicdepositsfoundtoday.InstructedbyRebeccaFrus.Limit25.


the History and science of GlassblowingGlass is all around us. We use it in utilitarian objects, decorativeobjects,architectureandindustry.Inthisclasswewillexplorethesciencebehindglass.Wewillcoverthe natural formation of glass, and delve into the basic chemistry and physical properties of various types of man-madeglass.Includesanintroductiontothehistory ofartisticglassanditsmoderncounterparts.Instructed byAdamFrus.Limit25.

Wednesday / February 16 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

Geology of the Valley of the sunSatisfyyourgeologicalcuriosityaboutPhoenix’sspectacularly rugged landscape of unique and beautiful geologicfeatures.LearnwhyourexposedrockandgeologicvarietymakePhoenixtheunrivaledcapitalofurbangeology.InstructedbyRichardAllen.Limit25.


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birding


sandhill snowbirdsEach winter, thousands of Sandhill cranes gather in the SulphurSpringsValleyofsoutheasternArizona.Herds(yes,thatisthenameforagroupofcranes)aslargeas20,000 individuals, spend the night at Whitewater Draw, dispersing at dawn to feed on corn stubble and other wastegrainsinnearbyagriculturalfieldsandreturningtoWhitewaterforamid-daysiesta.Onthisday-longbirding trip we will also look for waterfowl, land birds and wintering raptors.

Please select date of choice: January 13 starts later in the day, allowing us to linger at Whitewater close to sunset and watchthefly-in;January20isanearliermorningstart,putting us at Whitewater in time for some general birding before lunch and a mid-day fly-in.

Cost includes transportation to and from Tohono Chul ParkinTucson,guideservicesandboxedlunchordinner.This program is a brought to you by the Education DepartmentofTohonoChulPark.Limit10.

thursday / January 13 / 12 - 8:30 p.m. or thursday / January 20 / 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Members: $95 / General Public: $115

Birds of the rio salado Habitat OnceawastelandofdebrisanddiscardedtiresintheheartofPhoenix,the595-acreRioSaladoHabitatisslowlybeingrestoredtoitsriparianheritage.Inthefirstphase,youwilllearnaboutthehistoryandwildlifeoftheRioSalado project in a classroom presentation. The following Saturday, we will spend a morning hiking the trails to see firsthandtheastonishingvarietyoffloraandfaunathatisslowlyreclaimingthisrenewedhabitat.Hikeisconsideredeasy to moderate with snacks and water provided. InstructedbyKenFurtado.Limit20.

Wednesday and saturday / February 16 and 19 Wednesday / 6:30 - 8 p.m. and saturday / 7 - 11 a.m.Members: $40 / General Public: $48

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natural and cultural historySonoran Desert Water and Agriculture Series Water is the limiting factor for life in the Sonoran Desert, yet is essential for the success of agriculture in southern Arizona. This three-part series of talks will explore the past, present and future of water use and agriculture in central and southern Arizona and investigate the various complexities of water use over time. Each class is independent and you can take all three or just one. Instructed by ASU researcher Colleen Strawhacker.

DBGenus: agaveaceaThe Garden continues to give students an in-depth look at their favorite groups of desert plants. Each plant grouping,orgenus,willbeexaminedintermsoftaxonomy(classification),morphology(structure),ethnobotanyandhorticulture. This unique approach to the plants in the Garden’s collection will provide new perspectives whether you are walking our trails, gardening in your backyard or just enjoying nature. This winter we will learn from world renown agave expertWendyHodgson,researchbotanistandcuratoroftheHerbariumattheGarden.Theclassroomexperiencewillbefollowedbyanoptionaldaytripintothefield,whereHodgsonwillprovideevenmoreinformationaboutthisinterestinggenus.Seepage26fordetails.Limit25.

Monday / January 24 / 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $35 / General Public: $42

Heirloom Beans of the southwestLearnaboutthebeautifuldiversityofdesertheirloombeans, and how to identify and grow your own scarlet runner,nativetepary,TohonoO’odhampinkbeanandblack-eyed pea, mountain pima ojo de cabra, pima lima, immigrantcannellini,andliterallydozensmorebeans.Findouthowthewildteparybeanwasdomesticatedhereandsavedfromoblivionbyalocalfarmer.Bestofall, try some gourmet bean cooking, topped with a taste feast of fabulous bean dishes. You will go home with not onlyadeepappreciationofthehealthbenefitsofourdesert heirloom beans, but also deep admiration for their survivability.InstructedbyMarthaBurges.Limit18.


PrehistoryTheprehistoricHohokamofthePhoenixandTucsonbasins can teach us valuable lessons about water use in the Sonoran Desert. Constructing hundreds of miles ofcanals,theHohokamdivertedwateroffthemajorriversofsouthernArizonatogrowmaize,beansandsquash. Many archaeological projects have been devoted to understanding their canal systems and agricultural economy. This lecture will address what we know and donotknowabouttheHohokamandtheirrelationshipwith water, and what we can learn from their successes andfailures.Limit25.

thursday / January 20 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

early HistoryAsSpanishexplorersandAngloentrepreneursmovedintosouthernArizona,theyinteractedwiththenativeO’odhamcommunitiesdottingthesouthernArizonalandscape, creating new economic opportunities that resulted in the construction of canals and agricultural expansion.ThislecturewillcoverthecomplexrelationshipbetweentheO’odhamandtheEuropeannewcomersduringthe1800sand1900sandexplorewhat this relationship meant for water and agriculture insouthernArizona.Limit25.

thursday / February 3 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25

the Present and FutureWater remains essential to the future of southern Arizona,butadvancesintechnologyandinfrastructurehavemadethesituationmorecomplex.Withmassivecanals bringing water in from hundreds of miles away, residentsofArizonadrawwateroffahugefootprint,affectingotherstates,nationsandNativeAmericancommunities, who have recently won major concessions forwaterinthestate.Thecomplexitiesofthepresentand future state of water and agriculture in Sonoran DesertregionsofArizonawillbediscussedinthislecture.Limit25.

thursday / February 17 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $20 / General Public: $25


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Wildflower IdentificationDo you wonder during your spring travels what those beautiful wildflowers blooming along the highway are? Or how to tell if a plant is a wildflower or a weed? Join Angelica Elliott and explore the world of desert wildflowers. Learn to identify the common and not so common wildflowers found in the Sonoran Desert. Limit 25.

Sunday / February 6 / 1 - 4 p.m. Members: $30 / General Public: $36

Legacies on the Landscape Lecture and TourThe Legacies on the Landscape project is a collaboration between archaeologists and ecologists at Arizona State University aimed at understanding the enduring impacts of ancient activities on the modern environment. The lecture will cover archaeological and ecological research conducted with the Bureau of Land Management on the Agua Fria National Monument north of Phoenix. Prehistoric farming populations occupied this area 700 years ago, and their use of the landscape has resulted in subtle but measurable changes that endure today. During the offsite trip to Agua Fria National Monument we will visit prehistoric agricultural fields where corn, squash, beans and agave were cultivated. We will also visit a 90-room prehistoric village and small structures used as temporary homes during the agricultural season. The presentation and visit will highlight how archaeologists and ecologists research the landscape and some of the recent findings of this collaborative effort. Instructed by ASU Researcher Melissa Kruse-Peeples. Limit 15.

Wednesday and Saturday / February 23 and March 5 Wednesday / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. and Saturday / 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Members: $80 / General Public: $96


tai chiOne of the most famous, effective and beneficial martial arts from China is Tai Chi Chuan. Some refer to Tai Chi as mediation in motion. Tai Chi form and breathing techniques reduce stress, stimulate the mind, bring life-giving oxygen to the body, and build healthy muscle and bone strength. Health and longevity aspects will be covered. Qi Gong (Chi Kung) is incorporated into the warm-up and cool-down of the classes to give your body flexibility, power, core strength, mental focus and energy. Each class is limited to 20 students to ensure a personalized and encouraging atmosphere. Classes are primarily indoor and outdoor as weather permits.

Instructor Jake Rydberg has been a fulltime teacher of Tai Chi for more than a decade. His goal is to offer his students the traditions, techniques, skills and health that he has attained through Tai Chi. Since he was 18, he has visited China and other Asian countries regularly where he performs and trains in Tai Chi. Jake expands his practice by teaching hundreds of students every year.

Level IIf new to Tai Chi or have completed ONE previous session.

Wednesdays or Saturdays / 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Level II If you have completed TWO or THREE previous sessions.

Wednesdays or Saturdays / 10 – 11 a.m.

Level III If you have completed TWO or THREE previous sessions.

Wednesdays or Saturdays / 9 – 10 a.m.

Winter Session I Wednesdays / January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9 OR Saturdays / January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12 Members: $55 / General Public: $66

Winter Session II Wednesdays / February 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23 OR Saturdays / February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26 Members: $55 / General Public: $66

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foodDry it, You’ll Like it!Drying to preserve your autumn harvest saves space, useslessenergythanfreezingorcanning,savesmoney,concentrates flavors, and preserves nutrients in foods. ChefRachelwillwalkyouthroughthebasicsofchoosinga dehydrator, temperature, timing, cleaning, preparation, storage and the option of reconstituting dried foods. The focus will be on fruits, veggies, herbs, spices and meat. You will learn how to make great gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free snacks for home, the trail, and on the go, as well assauces,entrees,appetizers,holidaygiftsanddesserts.InstructedbyChefRachelAlbert.Limit18.


saavy cooking with citrusSavvycooksusecitrustoflavorfish,addpizzazztopoultry,jazzupcookedvegetables,dresssalads,freshenfruits,andmakedeliciousdrinks.Findouthowtoaddflairtoyour daily fare with the season’s juiciest oranges, lemons, limes and tangerines artfully paired with herbs, spices and nuts. Enjoy ample samples and take home printed recipes, preparation, cooking and serving tips. Come hungry. Recipeswillbewheat-freeanddairy-free.InstructedbyChefRachelAlbert.Limit18.


three southwest PosolesExplorethediversityofposole,astaplestew-likemealofmanySouthwesterncultures.ChefFreddieBitsoie,directorofNativeAmericanProgramsatClassicCooking,willleadanexciting,informativeandflavorfuldemonstrationofthe regional variations of this fantastic signature dish of theSouthwest.Fromspicytomild,therewillbeastyleforeveryonetoenjoy.Limit18.


Wonderful Ways with Winter squashWinter squash deserves a place at the table before, during andaftertheholidays.ChefRachelAlbert,along-timesquash fan, will introduce you to a bushelful of great ideas for cooking and eating more squash. You will learn what to look for, how and how long to store squash, how to safely slice them, enhance them with savory, sweet and spicy seasonings, and incorporate them into breakfast, lunch, dinneranddessert.Findouthowtoworkwithbutternut,buttercup, delicatta, sweet dumpling and kabocha squash andusetheminavarietyofrecipes.Recipeswillbewheat-free,gluten-free,dairy-freeandmeat-free(oneortworecipeswillcontainchickenbroth).InstructedbyChefRachelAlbert.Limit18.


From Hot to Not! canning salsa and HotsauceSalsa and hot sauce have taken the world by storm, saying adios to boundaries of culture and cuisine and landing ontablesaroundtheglobe.Anchoredbythreebasicingredients—tomatoes,onionsandchilipeppers—thepermutations and combinations are endless, limited only by your imagination. Take advantage of nature’s bounty by learning how to can and preserve your favorites, and maybe acquireanewfavoriteintheprocess.InstructedbyKenFurtado.Limit18.

Monday / February 7 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members: $45 / General Public: $55


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children and familiesPreschool Program: Seedlingsa science-based enrichment program for preschoolers. Young children discover the wonders of the desert alongside their caregiver in our nature based preschool program. Seedlings blends the Garden’s unique resources with imaginative and fun ways to learn about plants and animals in our desert backyard. Using our senses,anewthemeisexploredeachweekthroughnature walks, discovery centers, songs, stories and arts. Themes are seasonal and change annually.

Winter session: January 25 – March 4

classes available for 3-4 year olds: Limit: 12 children with an accompanying adult.

tuesday mornings / January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1 / 9:30 - 11:15 a.m. / WiNter FuLL

Wednesday mornings / January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2 / 9:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Friday mornings / January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 / 9:30 - 11:15 a.m.

classes available for 4-5 year olds: Limit: 14 children with an accompanying adult.

tuesday afternoons / January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1 / 12:45 - 2:30 p.m.

thursday mornings / January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3 / 9:30 - 11:15 a.m.

thursday afternoons / January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3 / 12:45 - 2:30 p.m.

spring session: March 22 – april 29

class Fees:Members: $80 per six-week sessionGeneral Public: $100 per six-week session

For additional dates and a daily schedule please visit dbg.org/seedlings or call 480 481.8121.


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children and families

Desert Botanical Garden’s Desert Discovery Program for Girl ScoutsBoth of our Desert Discovery programs will create a fun and memorable experience for girls as they learn about life in the desert. Girls will experience nature first hand and will connect with each other and the desert community. At the end of each program, girls will share what they learned with the others and then receive a Desert Discovery Activity patch unique to that program. Daisy, Brownie and Junior troops can select the topic and time that works for them.

Bountiful Butterflies - Learn about the lifecycle and habitat requirements of butterflies and visit the Maxine and Jonathan Marshall Butterfly Pavilion. Available October, November, March, April and May. Register online at dbg.org/girlscouts.

Program fee: $8 / scout and $8 / chaperone

Sonoran Survivors - Where’s the water and why’s it so warm? Participants will learn about conditions in a desert and how desert plants and animals are able to thrive in such an extreme place. Available October through May. Register online at dbg.org/girlscouts.

Program fee: $6 / scout and $6 / chaperone

Program time / 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. Program capacity: 5 scouts minimum, 20 scouts maximum; 1 chaperone / 4 scouts

Science Enrichment Program: Learning LabsNew this winter: choose individual class dates or all six!This science enrichment program is designed to help your child explore and understand the wonders of the Sonoran Desert. During the six week session we will focus on a variety of natural science topics, using scientific tools and processes as well as crafts, journaling, literature and fun activities to understand the desert world we live in. Each day participants will enjoy an exploration hike, journaling and a fun, healthful snack. Our uniquely designed curriculum blends hands-on, inquiry-based learning with a dose of fun and is taught by enthusiastic Garden staff and volunteers. Limit: 14 children with an accompanying adult (optional).

5-7 year olds / Tuesdays / 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. January 25 / Habitat MappingFebruary 1 / SoilFebruary 8 / Prickly Pear February 15 / InvertebratesFebruary 22 / JojobaMarch 1 / Decomposition

8-11 year olds / Thursdays / 9:15 - 11:15 a.m.January 27 / Habitat MappingFebruary 3 / SoilFebruary 10 / Prickly Pear February 17 /InvertebratesFebruary 24 / JojobaMarch 3 / Decomposition

12-14 year olds / Thursdays / 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.January 27 / Habitat MappingFebruary 3 / SoilFebruary 10 / Prickly PearFebruary 17 / InvertebratesFebruary 24 / JojobaMarch 3 / Decomposition

Class Fees: Members: $16 per class OR $80 for all six classes General Public: $20 per class OR $100 for all six classes To register visit dbg.org/education or call 480 481.8121.


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Birds, Beaks and BinocularsAudubonArizonaisteamingupwiththeDesertBotanicalGarden to offer a family friendly birding program this winter.Theriver’sedgeoftheRioSaladoisagreatplacetosee a variety of birds and January can be an especially great time for seeing some wintering ducks and geese, so join us attheNinaMasonPulliamRioSaladoAudubonCenteraswewanderinsearchofourfeatheredfriends.ParticipantswillwalkalongtheRioSaladowithGardenstaffandanAudubonArizonanaturalist.Learnpropertechniques forfindingbirdsusing binoculars, and make a take-homecraft.Priceincludes child and their caregiver. Recommendedforfamilies with children ages6-12.Limit12children.

saturday / January 15 / 9 - 11 a.m. Members: $12 / General Public: $15

Who’s Bugging You?Howmanytimeshasacreepycrawlybuggivenyoutheheebbie geebies? Come to this fun family program to learn why those creepy crawly bugs aren’t so bad. We will learn about basic insect and spider body parts and discover some of the important jobs they have in this world. This program is taught by knowledgeable and passionate Garden educators and is designed to be fun for the whole family.Participantswillgetacloselookatsomeinterestingspecimens, make a take-home bug habitat and gain a new perspectiveonthesetinycreatures.Recommendedforfamilieswithchildrenages6-10.Limit14.

tuesday / December 21 / 9 - 11 a.m. Members: $8 / General Public: $10 Price includes one child and caregiver.

Family Hike at Beverly canyonJoin Garden education staff and volunteers for a Saturday morningstrollthroughtheBeverlyCanyontrailsofSouthMountain.AftermeetingattheGardenandcarpoolingto the preserve, we will embark on a family friendly explorationofthislesstraveledpartofSouthMountain.We will keep our eyes open for desert birds and other animalsaswellaspetroglyphs.Binoculars,ahealthfulsnackandaknowledgeablehikeleaderwillbeprovided;you just need to bring a bottle of water, a hat and a sense ofadventure.Recommendedforfamilieswithchildrenages8-14.Limit12.

saturday / February 19 / 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Roundtrip from the Garden) Members: $8 / General Public: $10 Price per person (adult or child)

teen Glass classComeandlearnthebasicsofglass-blowingfromAdamFrusandJoshDoppofHighwayHotshop.Seeamazingworks of art created out of molten glass, as well as use of a small flame thrower, popping glass popcorn, and much more!Therewillbecomplimentarysnacksanddrinks. Forages13-17.Limit60.



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unique outings

rancho de los caballeros - experience the sonoran Desert Out Wickenburg WayHeadoutWickenburgwayforthispopularseasonaloutingfeaturingcowboynaturalistRichardFredricksonofthefamedRanchodelosCaballerosguestranchin Wickenburg. This tour begins with a walk in the desert, treating nature lovers to a fabulous array of Sonoran Desert upland plant and animal species, local history, storytelling and ecology. The leisurely walk is loaded with nature interpretation and hands-on demonstrations, followed by a delicious lunch at the ranch’s historic cowboy-inspired dining room. This easy loopwalkisapproximatelyoneandahalfmileslongwith minimal elevation change but does have some short sectionsoflooserocksandgravel.Lunch,gratuitiesandsnacksareincluded.Limit20.

thursday / January 6 / 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Roundtrip from the Garden) Member: $50 ($70 with Garden transportation) General Public: $60 ($80 with Garden transportation)

Public art Landscape tourTheCityofPhoenixPublicArtProgramisoneoftheleading public art programs in the United States, based on longevity and number of installations. Do not miss thischancetogetanexclusive,behindthescenestourofseveralofthemoresignificantoutdoorpublicartinstallationsinPhoenix.TheGardenhascollaboratedwiththePhoenixPublicArtsProgramtomakethistourpossible.Ateachlocationyouwillhearfirsthandcomments from representatives of the design team about the design concept, fabrication, installation and challengesoftheartproject.Priceincludesroundtriptransportation, picnic lunch, snacks and handouts. Limit18.

saturday / January 15 / 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Member: $45 (includes Garden transportation) General Public: $54 (includes Garden transportation)

agave Field exploration with Wendy HodgsonInthiscompaniontriptotheclassDBGenus:Agavaceae,WendyHodgsonandfellowGardenresearcherAndrewSalywon will take participants to some favorite haunts incentralArizona’sVerdeValley.Getacloseviewof native agave species and those believed to have been cultivated by pre-Columbian farmers centuries ago. These remarkable ancient cultivars persist by vegetative reproduction, offering us a narrow window of opportunity to observe and study plants in their archaeologicalcontextthatwerepurposelyselectedandgrownbypeopleasfarbackas1100A.D.orearlier.Twoof the four cultivars in Verde Valley were named and describedasnewspeciesbyHodgson;theremainingtwoarenowbeingdescribedasnewspeciesbyHodgsonandSalywon.Thisuniqueexperienceinthefieldincludes transportation from the Garden, lunch, snacks and water. The terrain of the areas visited requires a moderatelevelofhikingability.Limit18.

saturday / January 29 / 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Members: $95 (includes Garden transportation) General Public: $114 (includes Garden transportation)


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Lower salt river sunrise Float tripJoinusforthistrulyuniqueexperienceoffloatingdownafree-flowingriverintheSonoranDesert.TheLowerSaltRivercontainsoneoftherarestecosystemsinNorthAmerica,ariparianhabitatinadesertenvironment.Thisearlymorningexcursionwillprovidetheopportunitytoexperiencethebeautyofadesertsunrise.Therelaxingtripwill provide many opportunities to view the abundant wildlife attracted to this oasis against a backdrop of the ruggeddesertlandscape.Learnabouttheculturalandnaturalhistoryoftherareriparianecosystem.Priceincludes continental breakfast, professional guides, river raft, rafting safety gear, snacks, soft drinks and bottled water.Limit18.

saturday / February 5 / 6:30 - 10:30 a.m. (Roundtrip from meeting point at the Salt River) Member: $100 / General Public: $120

Wallace Desert GardensDonotmissanexclusiveopportunitytoviewandenjoyaprivate collection of desert plants from around the world without leaving the Valley of the Sun. Travel to Wallace Desert Gardens in north Scottsdale for a gentle walking tourledbyWallaceDesertGardensandDesertBotanicalGarden staff. This tour on private trails not open to the general public features interpretation of the plants, their ecological importance, and the relationships they share withtheirenvironment.Highlightsincludeacovered6,000squarefootcactuspavilionuniquelydesignedforclimate control, a boojum tree forest, and world-renowned collection of Ephedra, in addition to beautifully manicured gardenspaces.PriceincludessnacksandcontributiontoWallaceDesertGardens.Ifyouaredrivingyourselftotheprogram,pleaseplantoarriveby9:20a.m.Limit20.

Friday / February 11 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Roundtrip from the Garden) Member: $40 ($50 with Garden transportation) General Public: $48 ($58 with Garden transportation)

explore the Gardens of tucson ComewithustovisitthefascinatingTohonoChulParkandbeautifulTucsonBotanicalGarden.OurdaytripstartattheTohonoChulPark,whichisdedicatedtoteachingus to live with our desert home by being a steward of thisfragileenvironment.WewillvisitthePropagationGreenhouse where the plant curator will tell us about collectingandpropagatingunderusednativeplants.Aftera guided tour of the grounds, enjoy an organic lunch at the TeaRoom,aTucsontreasure! OurvisittotheTucsonBotanicalGardenisledbyalocalguide, who will share the history of the Gardens as well as planttrivia.Aspartofthe13gardendisplays,wewillseeButterflyMagic–theonlylivetropicalbutterflyexhibitinArizona.

trip includes:• Round-trip transportation in a luxury motor coach• Professional tour guide• Lunch at the Tohono Chul Tea Room• Bottled water and snacks on board the coach

Not included: Personal expenses, gratuities for driver and guide Note: This tour requires a minimum number of passengers in order to operate.

Friday / March 4 / 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Roundtrip from the Garden) Member: $124 / General Public: $149


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Land of the Hopi and NavajoExplore the stark sandstone geology and the rich cultures of Arizona’s Colorado Plateau in partnership with the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum. We will visit the Hopi Mesas and see artisans making pottery, silver jewelry and Kachina dolls. We will take a guided tour of Oraibi, where residents live in the traditional way, see petroglyphs and hear the Hopi creation story. ThedeparturefromHopiLandwillbringuspastOldOraibi,whichhasbeencontinuouslyinhabitedfor1,100years and is the site from which archeological wood specimens pushed the tree ring calendar back to 1200 A.D.AlongtheHopi-NavajoborderwestopatCoalMineCanyon, where we study fossils and discuss the formation of its colorful, deep-cut canyon walls. We will see dinosaur tracksintheChinleFormationoutsideofTubaCity,AnasazicliffdwellingsatNavajoNationalMonument(BetatakinRuins)andapetrifiedcoalswamponBlackMesa.FromKayenta,wewilltakeaNavajo-guidedsunrisetour of Monument Valley. Then we will travel south to CanyondeChelly,exploringWhiteHouseRuins,AntelopeRuinsandseeingthesunsetatSpiderRock,a1,000foothigh sandstone spire. The following day takes us to the HubbellTradingPost,whereNavajoweaversoffertheirwares,thentothePetrifiedForestandPaintedDesert.ThereturndrivethroughthescenicSaltRiverCanyonallowsustoseeTheGreatUnconformity,some700millionyearsofmissing geologic time seen between layers of rock.

This week-long trip includes: • Back-roadroutesthroughPayson,Winslow,TubaCity,Ganado,HolbrookandGlobewithdiscussionofthegeologyofsouthern,centralandnorthernArizona

• AneveningattherestoredgreatrailroadhotelLaPosadain Winslow

• OnedayandnightontheHopiMesasattheHopiCultural Center

• HomevisitstosilverandKachinaartisans• CulturaldiscoursewithHopileader• TourofoldOraibi,whichhasbeencontinuously

inhabited for 1,100 years• CoalMineCanyonwalk,studyingfossilsandthe

incursions of ancient seas• VisittoChinleFormationdinosaurtracks• AnasazicliffdwellingwalkatNavajoNational

Monument• Thepre-JurassichistoryoftheredNavajoSandstone• Navajo-guidedsunrisetourofMonumentValley• TwonightsinCanyondeChelly• Horsebackorfour-wheeldrivetourofCanyondeChelly• HubbellTradingPostguidedtour• OpportunitiestopurchaseNavajorugs• Back-countrywalkthroughPetrifiedForestand PaintedDesert

• SaltRiverCanyonstopatTheGreatUnconformity

No hiking ability is necessary. Some walking is necessary. Price includes lodging, transportation, three lunches, three breakfasts, guide and jeep tour fees.

sunday - saturday / april 24 – 30 $1,660 per person double occupancy, $350 for single supplement.

For specific itinerary and registration information: call 520-883-3086 or log onto www.desertmuseum.org

travel and learning


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If you enjoy spending time at the Garden and meeting interesting people from around the world, The Desert Botanical Garden has a volunteer job for you this winter! There are many opportunities for adults and teens. First you must attend an orientation class, “How to be a DBG Volunteer.”

HOW TO BE A DBG VOLUNTEER orieNtatioN cLasses: saturday / November 20 / 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.orsaturday / January 8 / 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.orWednesday / January 12 / 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.orsaturday / February 12 / 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

LAS NOCHES DE LAS LUMINARIAS VoLuNteers NeeDeD: Dec. 2-5, 9-12, 16-23, 26-30

sPriNG ButterFLY eXHiBit training: February 19 or 22 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

For additional information visit our website at dbg.org and fill out a volunteer application. To schedule an informative interview, please contact Pamela Levin, 480 481.8166 or email [email protected].

Become a teeN volunteerTeenEnvironmentalistsExploringNature(TEEN)isagroupof13-17yearoldswhovolunteertheirtimeandtalents throughout the Garden or at offsite service learning projects.Formoreinformation,pleasevisitdbg.org/teenprograms or our blog.

Become a Desert Botanical Garden Volunteer today!

volunteer opportunities

kingdom of the Monarchs Join the Garden for one of the world’s most astounding natural events, the yearly migration of the delicate monarch butterfly. Every autumn, up to 300 million monarchs set flight on a remarkable 3,000-mile journey from northeastern U.S. and Canada to their ancestral wintering grounds in the volcanic mountains of central Mexico. Until recently, the location of their breeding grounds remained a mystery.

AidedbysomeofMexico’smostknowledgeablenaturalistguides,our small group will encounter this moving phenomenon at three different sanctuariesinthespectacularTransvolcanicMountainRangeofMichoacan,Mexico.ThissingularexperienceisplannedandguidedbyNaturalHabitatAdventures,apremiernaturetravelcompanydedicatedtoprovidingguestswithoutstandingexpeditions.ThetripalsohasanextensionoptiontoPuertoVallartaforhumpbackwhalewatching.

sunday - Friday / February 27 – March 4, 2011 $2,995 per person double occupancy, $545 single supplement For specific itinerary or registration information call 480 481.8146 or visit dbg.org/trips.


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important information Programsizesarelimitedtoensure quality, and we regret that receipt of your payment does not guarantee enrollment. Your enrollment will be confirmedbyemail.Shouldyourprogrambeunavailable,you will be contacted and your payment will be refunded.

register early Registrationsaretakenonafirst-come,first-servedbasis;pleaseregisterearlytoensureyourspaceintheprogram.Programsmaybecancelledduetoinsufficientenrollment.Advanceregistrationisrequiredforallclasses.Confirmationofyourenrollmentwillbe sent by email following your completed registration.

children Program registration informationonline Take advantage of our secure online registration system,visitdbg.org/educationandclickontheKidsCampandProgramslink.Selecttheprogramthatyouwantto register for and follow the registration steps to safely register online.

Phone To register over the phone call our Children’s ProgramRegistrarat480 481.8121MondaythroughFriday.PleasehaveyourGardenmembershipnumberandcreditcardreadywhenyoucall.Ifyoureachourvoicemailsystemplease leave your name, phone number, and program you are inquiring about. Your call will be returned promptly.

cancellation and refund PoliciesCancellation and refund policies vary from program to program.Pleaserefertoyourregistrationconfirmationletter or the website to read about each program’s policy.

adult Program registration informationregister online Take advantage of our secure online registrationforclasses,outingsandtrips,visitdbg.org/adultclasses. Select the programs that interest you and safely pay using your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or AmericanExpresscreditcard.

Phone Call 480 481.8146MondaythroughFriday, 9a.m.-3p.m.PleasehaveyourGardenmembershipnumberandcreditcardreadywhenyoucall.Ifyoureachour voicemail system, please leave your name, phone number and program you are inquiring about. Your call willbereturnedwithin24hoursMonday-Friday.

cancellation and refund Policies Refundsareavailableforcancellationsmademorethanfivebusinessdays prior to class start date, less a $20 fee. No refunds areavailableforcancellationsmadelessthanfivebusinessdays prior to class start date. No refunds or credits will be givenafterthestartdateoftheprogram.Afullrefundwillbe made in the event a program is cancelled by the Desert BotanicalGarden.Refundscannotbeissuedformissedclasssessions.Pleasenotethatspecialcancellationpoliciesapplytoextendedoutings,tripsandSeedlingsPreschoolPrograms.Specificinformationisavailableatdbg.org.

Private Group classesMany of the classes listed in the calendar, including photography,areavailableforprivategroups.PleasecontacttheSteenAllard-Lawson,adulteducationmanager,[email protected] prices and availability.

education program registration information

Desert Botanical Garden members receive a 20% discount on education programs and pay the lower member fee listed. To become a member, go to dbg.org/membership.

thank you for supporting the Desert Botanical Garden!


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❑ Send me information about Volunteer Opportunities. For more information about Garden membership, contact Membership Helpline at 480 941.3517 or visit dbg.org

• Free Garden Admission – 362 days• Free Butterfly Exhibit Admission –

March-May and October-November.• Guest passes to the Garden and

Butterfly Exhibit• Reciprocal admission & discounts

at 250 other gardens, arboreta & conservatories

• 30% Discount – Music in the Garden concert tickets

• 25% off purchases at Garden Shop Bi-Annual Members-Only Sale

• 20% Discount on Guest Admissions• 20% Discount – Workshop/

Hike fees• 10% Discount – March/October

Plant Sale purchases• 10% Discount – Garden Shop

gifts and plants• Free subscriptions to Garden

publications• Special subscription rate to

Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine• Rental discounts on strollers and scooteers.• Free Summer Flashlight Tours

$65 Aloe Vera Club (provides admission for one adult only and does not include children) – one guest pass, one free audio tour rental per visit

The following membership levels provide benefits for two adults and members’ children/grandchildren age 18 and younger.

$75 Senita Club – 2 guest passes, 2 free audio tour rentals per visit

$100 Cholla Club – 4 guest passes, 2 free audio tour rentals per visit, 1 free scooter rental per visit

$150 Agave Century Club – 6 guest passes, 4 free audio tour rentals and 1 free scooter rental per visit, invitation to one exclusive event, and one-time recognition in The Sonoran Quarterly

$300 Boojum Tree Club – 8 guest passes, 4 free audio tour rentals and 1 free scooter rental per visit, invitation to one exclusive event, one-time recognition in The Sonoran Quarterly and new member Garden Discovery Tour

$500 Ocotillo Club – 10 guest passes, 4 free audio tour rentals and 1 free scooter rental per visit, invitation to two exclusive events, one-time recognition in The Sonoran Quarterly and new member Garden Discovery Tour

$700 Golden Barrel Club – 10 guest passes, 4 free audio tour rentals and 1 free scooter rental per visit, invitation to three exclusive events or programs, one-time recognition in The Sonoran Quarterly and new member Garden Discovery Tour

Additional donor levels are available for annual gifts of $1,250 and higher.

Please contact the Garden at 480 481.8179 for information about these levels.

Enjoy the Benefits of Garden Membership

become a member!

CHARITABLE INTENTION: An act or instance of determining upon some action or result to create a future donation or gift to support the mission of a favorite cause or to relieve perceived needs. Is the Desert Botanical Garden a favorite source of peace and beauty and a point of community pride for you? Don’t you want to help preserve it for generations to come? A gift through your will or trust will perpetuate your love and support and help to “Plant the Garden’s Future.” You will find gift planning ideas at dbg.org. Contact Susan Shattuck, gift planning officer at 480 941.3507 or [email protected]

Thank you for supporting the Desert Botanical Garden!


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Valid for new memberships only; not for renewals. To redeem discount please call the membership helpline at 480 941.3517, visit the Desert Botanical Garden’s admissions area or visit dbg.org/membership and enter promotional code: gift5. Offer ends February 28, 2011.

Receive $5 off a Gift Membership Today.It’s the perfect gift for the holiday season!

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1201 N. Galvin Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85008480-941-1225 | dbg.org

Plant HotlineDesert Plant Questions [email protected] or480 481.8120 / Monday – Friday 10 – 11:30 a.m.Our Garden staff and volunteers have the resources and expertise to help you.

Schilling Library480 481.8133 / Weekdays 12 – 4 p.m.Find information about plants and other desert topics in our special reference collection.

Patio CaféOpen DailyThe Garden’s Patio Café offers visitors a beautiful setting for breakfast, lunch or a snack. Call 480 941.1225 for seasonal hours or to ask about group options and facility rental information.

Group Tours & ActivitiesFor reduced group rates for ten or more, call 480 481.8104 or go to dbg.org/groupsales.

Call Center480 481.8188

Call Center Hours:January - September 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Weekends October - December: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., WeekendsFor special event ticketing, check dbg.org for current information.

Garden ShopGifts and Plants480 481.8113 / Open Daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.No admission required.One-stop shopping experience for extraordinary gifts and plants. Jewelry, books, gourmet foods, decorative items and apparel are just a few of the unique gifts you will find. A wide selection of plants is available for your home, patio and garden. 10% member discount.

The Mission of the Desert Botanical GardenThe Garden’s commitment to the community is to advance excellence in education, research, exhibition and conservation of desert plants of the world with emphasis on the Southwestern United States. We will ensure that the Garden is always a compelling attraction that brings to life the many wonders of the desert.

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On the Cover: Mammillaria senilis - Drought-tolerant; suitable for growing in containers, protect from direct light. Photo by Adam Rodriguez, [email protected].

PLEASE RECYCLE. Passing your calendar on to a friend is a great place to start.

Of f icial Airline of Deser t Botanical GardenThe Garden is powered

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Open Daily October-April / 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. May-September / 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Garden Closed Thanksgiving Day, Dec. 25 and July 4

Garden Closes Early December 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 / 4 p.m. March 25 / 3 p.m.

Admission Fees Members are admitted free Adults: $15 Seniors: $13.50 (60 years and older) Students: $7.50 (13–18 & college with ID) Children: $5 (3–12) Children under 3 are admitted free

Free AdmissionGarden admission is free the second Tuesday of every month, from 1 - 8 p.m. Parking is limited.

Garden Information 480 941.1225 / Weekdays 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Membership Helpline480 941.3517 / 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. June – September (Weekdays) October – May (Daily)Members receive personal assistance with any membership questions, renewals or problems purchasing tickets for special events.

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Documents

Winter 2010-11 Calendar of Events