Gabis Classes and Programs
Sunset Hike
Join the naturalist at dusk as we tour the property. We will be looking for bats, listening for frogs and crickets, and observing other nighttime creatures.
Wild Edibles & Ethnobotany of Northwest Indiana
Join Ezekiel Flannery, PhD, for a fun and practical workshop which will cover local Native American history while providing an introduction to some common local plants that have been used for food and medicine for many years.
Prairie Walk
Peak prairie season is upon us. Come get a guided tour and see the wildflowers blooming in the prairie.
Trail of Scarecrows Registration Deadline
Get ready for the 13th Annual Trail of Scarecrows! This year's theme is Fairy Tale Characters!
Native Seed Collecting at Gabis Arboretum
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesJoin the naturalist and collect native seeds from plants in the prairie. Tips will be given on ways to improve germination of the seeds, as well as information on proper planting sites.
Railway Garden Special – One-Day Event
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesLake County Operators from Wisconsin in partnership with Riley’s Railhouse from Chesterton will be bringing special trains to run on our Model G tracks in the Railway Garden. Come see them operate their unique trains that can pull up to 30 train cars!
Spring Break Pop-In at Gabis Arboretum
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesLooking for something to do on Spring Break? POP IN to Gabis Arboretum for some fresh air, fun activity, and a little bit of learning.
Family Friendly Woodland Miniature Workshops
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesUnleash your creativity and immerse yourself in the world of woodland miniature houses!
Spring Ephemeral Wildflower Hike
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesCome join the naturalist and identify all the spring wildflowers we can find.
Branching Out: An Outdoor STEM Camp at Gabis Arboretum
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesGrades 3 to 5 can experience an unforgettable summer at Gabis Arboretum, which promises immersive learning, hands-on experiments, exploration of wildlife, habitats and more!