Grow Anywhere:
Virtual Learning with the Humber Arboretum
It's an incredible experience to learn in nature, but that doesn't mean the learning has to stop when you go inside. Whether you're at home, in your residence room, at the office, or in the classroom, explore this content from the Humber Arboretum and beyond to keep your knowledge growing.
Land Acknowledgement:
Online Events & Programming
Join the Humber Arboretum online for a variety of live events:
- Virtual Summer Nature Camp (July & August)
- The Nature Exchange (every second Wednesday)
- Etobicoke Master Gardeners Workshops (occasional Saturdays)
Plus check the Arboretum Events Calendar for other one-time events.
Plants and Gardening
Whether you want to tend a home garden, help care for a community plot, volunteer to plant trees, or just want to know about some of the amazing plants that grow in Southern Ontario, this is the place to start. Watch videos from the experts at the Humber Arboretum, plus explore recommended resources from our friends and partners.
Ontario Wildlife
From deer to dragonflies, Southern Ontario is home to a wide variety of animal species. Check out videos and webinars, watch live bird cams, play games, download activities, and get to know your wild neighbours.
Nature Connection
There are so many ways to strengthen our connection with nature. Get ideas for family adventures, explore nature through the arts, and learn about the passions that drive our own staff.
Ask the Arb
Do you have a question about nature, a career in environmental and nature education, or about the Humber Arboretum itself? Ask one of the Humber Arboretum's Nature Interpreters! Fill out the form and the answer to your question could be one of our future social media posts or video segments.
Printables and Activity Guides
Check out our growing collection of colouring pages, activity sheets, and suggested at-home activities for kids.
Citizen Science
Explore citizen science projects you can participate in while you visit the Arboretum or from your desk at home!
Virtual Backgrounds
Want to bring some nature to your next meeting on Zoom or Microsoft Teams? Download a virtual background from the Humber Arboretum! From evergreens in winter to a raccoon exploring space, we have options to suit your every mood.