The Van der Brohe Arboretum is pleased to offer FREE yard consults to Two Rivers and Manitowoc residents throughout 2026, thanks to an exciting new partnership with the Lake Michigan Bird Observatory (LMBO). LMBO’s mission is to advance the conservation of birds in Wisconsin and throughout the Western Great Lakes Region through coordinated research, … Read More
Local coffee roaster Barnwood Coffee will offer freshly roasted and brewed coffee for sale in the Van der Brohe parking lot. Kickstart your hike with a little caffeine, then hit the trails! Barnwood Coffee will be available from 8 a.m. to noon on the following Saturdays: Serving Bird-Friendly Coffee Barnwood Coffee offers bird-friendly coffee … Read More
5:30 p.m. July 29 / Photo Opp will host a walk around the Van der Brohe Arboretum to capture the beautiful color that blooms across the grounds in the heart of summer. This event is great for amateur through professional photographers, with opportunities to collaboratively learn and share photography skills and ideas during our … Read More
9 a.m. September 12 / Northeast Wisconsin Bird Alliance (NEWBA) Board Member Edwin Wilke will host a casual encounter with birds. September is a great time to experience fall migration, including various Warblers and Sparrows. Browse our e-bird list to learn more. Wilke is the Bird Outing Coordinator at NEWBA and an experienced birder. BONUS! … Read More
1:30 p.m. September 26 / Photo Opp will host a walk around the Van der Brohe Arboretum to capture the beautiful color that blooms across the grounds in the heart of summer. This event is great for amateur through professional photographers, with opportunities to collaboratively learn and share photography skills and ideas during our … Read More
6 p.m. June 11 / The Science of Healthy Soils Understand the physical, chemical, and biological factors that affect soil quality and health and how to improve soil quality in your garden and landscape. Workshop is hosted by Allen Pyle, Horticulture Outreach Specialist of UW-Madison Extension. This workshop will be hosted in our Propagation … Read More
5:30 p.m. May 8 / Photo Opp will host a walk around the Van der Brohe Arboretum to capture the new life that spring brings to the grounds. This event is great for amateur through professional photographers, with opportunities to collaboratively learn and share photography skills and ideas during our walk. Attendees will have … Read More
12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Feb. 7 / Master Naturalist Felicia Hennessy will guide visitors through the science of snow formation, including how temperature, moisture and dust affect snowflakes. The session will also introduce participants to William “Snowflake” Bentley, the first person to photograph a single snowflake. Some activities may take place outdoors, so attendees … Read More
2 p.m. Feb. 21 / Member event! A guided hike that ends with a gourmet hot chocolate experience. This event is for 2026 members. You may sign up for a membership during the RSVP process to attend the event. Existing members will receive a promo code for a free ticket. Members are allowed 1 guest each. … Read More
5 to 8 p.m. March 26 / The Van der Brohe Arboretum is excited to bring this bird trivia game to Two Rivers! Birds & Brews Trivia is hosted by creator Steve Waller, a Marquette area naturalist and environmental educator. Participants will play two rounds of bird trivia and learn about the importance of … Read More
