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The mission of the Haverford College Arboretum is to steward the College's historic tree collection while fostering a connection between our 216-acre campus and those who work, visit, study, and reside here. Maintaining the health, diversity, and history of the tree collection honors William Carvill's original 1834 landscape design, while our educational programming ensures continued engagement with this unique and treasured asset.

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Campus and the Nature Trail are currently closed to visitors.

We look forward to welcoming the community back as soon as it is safe to do so. Visit hav.to/besafe to learn more.


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A Day in the Life of a Squirrel

Squirrels are so common throughout our region that we often do not take a second glance if one passes us along our walks. If you have walked around Haverford’s Arboretum, chances are you have spotted one of these furry creatures while it was searching for acorns or scampering up a tree. Although we often do not give them much thought or appreciation, squirrels have fascinating lives and play important roles in our ecosystems. Today, I am going to take you through the life of a squirrel at Haverford—from a squirrel’s perspective—and offer you a glimpse into their world.

 

Climate Change In a Pandemic

The daunting truths about climate change became more apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic than ever before. Simultaneously people all around the world developed a new appreciation for nature and our planet, creating the hope for consistent environmental advocacy in our post-pandemic future.

Trees along the nature trail in autumn. Photo: Sheena Dwyer-McNulty '23.

How Nature Nurtures Your Mind and Body

Now more than ever, it is important that we take advantage of all of nature’s healing effects on the mind and body. Not only does being outdoors encourage us to exercise more, but the simple act of being present in nature also has numerous psychological and physiological benefits.

Arboretum Revitalization Enters Phase III

The multi-year plan to preserve, revitalize, and renew Haverford's award-winning Arboretum is entering Phase III. Work will commence this summer and will continue through October 2020. Highlights of this new phase include continued progress toward a goal of planting of 1,000 new trees by 2027 as well as removal of trees in decline. 

Photo by Patrick Montero - Munchy-Chruncy

Sustainability Tour

Check out the sites of Haverford's sustainability efforts on this virtual tour with our Sustainability Fellow, Ceci Silberstein '19!

Earth Week Trivia Tuesday

Take our Earth Week Quiz and have a chance at winning class credit for an upcoming program!


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The Arboretum Explorer offers virtual tours, a tree search and map, scientific names, and Arboretum highlights.

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Arboretum Revitalization

A massive renewal project aimed at keeping the campus community safe and preserving Haverford's beloved natural resources for generations to come is taking shape.

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Grounds Maintenance

Grounds and Arboretum preserves, protects, and beautifies the College natural environment in balance with the health and well-being of residents and visitors to campus.

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Thursday, September 23rd, 2021

7:00AM
Annual Arboretum Member Dinner
7:00AM
Annual Arboretum Member Dinner

Sunday, October 3rd, 2021

1:00PM
HPS Lecture
1:00PM
HPS Lecture

Friday, October 15th, 2021

6:00AM
Tree Canopy Conference
6:00AM
Tree Canopy Conference

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