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Event Calendar

Events for July

For more information, call us: 402.873.8733 or 1.800.546.LIED (5433)

Discovery Ride

Climb aboard the Discovery Ride and get a front row seat to nature! This guided journey takes riders beyond the woodland trails and orchards, through creekbeds, and over native prairie -- all under the canopy of a giant red oak leaf. Weather and trail conditions permitting, the Discovery Ride departs Monday through Friday at 2pm; Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm and 2pm. Call 402-873-8717 for details; click here to watch a sneak preview of the ride.

Birding Trails

Nearly 200 different species of birds call Arbor Day Farm their home -- woodpeckers, chickadees, goldfinches and many more. Stroll the trails at the Tree Adventure and gain a new appreciation for our feathered friends. Binoculars available for check-out with your Tree Adventure admission. Call 402-873-8717 for details.

Discover Summer Day Trip Package

Daily

Summertime fun is closer than you imagined with the new Discover Summer Package that includes: the Tree Adventure, Discovery Ride, tree seedling, lunch in the Timber Dining Room, and apple pie or wine tasting at the Apple House. Monday through Saturday - $32. Sunday - $37. Children 3 to 13 - $19. Children 2 and under - free. Passes may be purchased at the Tree Adventure or Lied Lodge front desk. Contact: tours@arbordayfarm.org (402) 873-9347.

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Friday & Saturday Nights

Watch the sunset from a horse-drawn carriage ride around Arbor Day Farm and historic Nebraska City. 30-minute rides are $45 plus tax, can accommodate up to four adults, and are available every Friday and Saturday evening at Lied Lodge. Reserve your ride at the Front Desk or call 402-873-8733.

Outdoor Barnside Movies

Saturday Nights All Summer Long, 9:00pm

From recent releases to family classics, kick back and enjoy a free Saturday night movie under the stars! Seating on lawn with blankets available, or bring your own lawn chair. Free admission. Check with the Front Desk for movie location; subject to change in case of inclement weather.

Artisan Woods

June through October 2009

Artisan Woods, an outdoor showcase of nine nature-inspired structures and art, comes to Arbor Day Farm June 21-October 31, 2009. Regional artisans have created walk-through tunnels, interactive sculptures, and a giant-sized birds nests and other exhibits that display the strength, beauty and wonder of trees. Find a map, artist bios, and a photo essay of an artist at work on the Artisan Woods page. On exhibit June 21-October 31; included with regular Tree Adventure admission.

Adventure Hike: Creeking

July 18, 11:00am

This is summer fun! With a true sense of adventure, follow as your Tour Guide leads a one-hour trek into the backwoods and along South Table Creek. Relax in a quiet clearing or splash in the water. This is a moderate hike, so rugged footwear that can get wet is recommended; leave your electronics behind. Includes a bottle of water. $5 per person, plus regular admission to the Tree Adventure. Reserve your spot by emailing the Tree Adventure or calling (402) 873-8717.

Nature Photography

July 11 and July 25, 11:00am

Discover inspirational images and receive tips from professional photographer Tammy Partsch during this one-hour backwoods hike. Bring your camera and capture scene from nature that will inspire and delight. Includes a bottle of water. $5 per person, plus regular admission to the Tree Adventure. Reserve your spot by emailing the Tree Adventure or calling (402) 873-8717.

Wine Under the Pines

August 1, 2009

The second annual celebration of wine, craft beer, cuisine, music and fun in Southeast Nebraska. Featuring Nebraska wineries, vineyards and micro-breweries, such as Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard, Nebraska Brewing Company, Schilling Bridge, Whiskey Run Creek, and Deer Springs Winery. Festivities include live music, local BBQ, vineyard tours, grape stomping and so much more. More information coming soon!

Summer Art Camp

July 13-17, 2009

Hands-on fun for kids starts at Arbor Day Farm's Summer Art Camp! Kids aged 1st grade through 6th grade will have fun hiking, collecting natural items in the forest, and creating original works of art with Artist in Residence Barbara Schroeder. $40 per student and open to the public, but pre-registration is required. Request complete details by email or call the Tree Adventure Tours Department at (402) 873-9347.

Culinary Trails at Arbor Day Farm

Saturday, July 18, 9am - 6pm

Follow the culinary trail to Arbor Day Farm! Enjoy day-long festivities at the Tree Adventure and at the Apple House Market, including an abundance of rich flavors (tomatoes, watermelon, sweet corn) and cooking demonstrations, live music, wine tasting and summer fun for all ages. Included with regular Tree Adventure admission. More details coming soon!

Wine Hour

Fridays and Saturdays all summer, 3-5pm

Enjoy $2.50 glasses of Arbor Day Farm wine,farm-fresh snacks and samples, and soak up summertime in the vineyard. Summer celebrating at its best! Call the Apple House for more information: 402-873-8710.

"When we plant trees, we plant the seeds of peace and seeds of hope."
~Wangari Maathai, 2004 Nobel Peace Prize Recipient