Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden has two winter programs this month for enjoyment and learning. Whether you fancy a visit to the Rockies with UBC Botanical Garden’s finest nature photographer, Daniel Mosquin, Saturday, Jan. 14, 4 p.m., or learn to prune shrubs and trees with local arborist Cheryl Topping on Saturday or Sunday, Jan. 28/29, there are fine opportunities for those of us not travelling south.
Mosquin, a botanist, shines at field photography, gathering perfect images of flora and habitat, telling a story that is brilliant and touching. Participate in his curiosity to understand life in the Rockies in his Impressions of the Rockies talk.
This event is $15 for Botanical Garden members, $20 for non-members, with memberships available at the door.
Topping is a great teacher, especially explaining the whys and hows of pruning. She will boost your confidence with tools and techniques. The Saturday session at 1 p.m. at the Garden is by donation.
The Sunday session will be at a private orchard in Roberts Creek, and requires registration and prepayment, $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Space is very limited, so book your spot early.
Sunshine Coast Botan-ical Garden is at 5941 Mason Rd. in West Sechelt, with winter hours 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Monday. Membership is inexpensive, and includes unlimited visits each year, early notice of events, and discounts for some events and at select nurseries. Visit www.coastbotanicalgarden.org for details.
