Linnaeus Arboretum » Uncategorized http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:56:22 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 An Animalically Fragrant Ruby Tuesday http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2009/05/05/an-animalically-fragrant-ruby-tuesday/ http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2009/05/05/an-animalically-fragrant-ruby-tuesday/#comments Wed, 06 May 2009 00:26:54 +0000 Brian O'Brien http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/?p=464 For all of you Perry the Corpse Flower fans out there, Perry’s smaller cousin, Ruby, is now putting on a spectacular display, both visual and olfactory, in the Gustavus greenhouse (click here and here for posts on Ruby and her/his fans from last spring, along with graphic descriptions of his/her vile/sublime fragrance).

Below are thumbnails linking to some photos taken today (Tuesday…) of Tom Oelfke, Nick Murray, and your faithful blogger of things aroidal.  Please stop by for a look, and perhaps a sniff, during the next few days – Ruby’s inflorescence will not last long.  For those of you who are blessed with serendipitous propensities, your visit might coincide with interaction with one of a number of humans who can let you into the greenhouse to experience Ruby’s highly intense fragrance.  My personal impression is that the fragrance is quite a bit more foul than Perry’s, even though Perry produced a more voluminous plume.

‘Animalic’, within the context of perfumery, refers to odors associated with animals.  Ruby’s fragrance fits the bill.  His/her appearance also fits…that of a deceased animal.  Hey, that’s one way to go if you want to be pollinated by flies or other such creatures…

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Ruby & Tom, May 5, 2009

Ruby & Nick, May 5, 2009

Ruby & Nick, May 5, 2009

Ruby & Brian, May 5, 2009

Ruby & Brian, May 5, 2009

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The Linnaeus Arboretum has hired its new Naturalist to start in August.  Bob Dunlap is an ‘08 graduate of Gustavus with tremendous experience in both plant and bird identification.  He brings with him vitality and excitement and will surely do a wonderful job in the position. His knowledge of birds is amazing and as you can see from the photo, he loves birding!  In addition to serving as the Naturalist in the Arboretum, he will also manage the research greenhouse in the Biology Department.  Join me in welcoming this new asset to the Gustavus community.

]]> http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2008/07/21/new-hire-in-the-linnaeus-arboretum/feed/ 0 Updates from Bob the Birdman http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2008/06/12/updates-from-bob-the-birdman/ http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2008/06/12/updates-from-bob-the-birdman/#comments Thu, 12 Jun 2008 17:17:28 +0000 Emily Hoefs http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/?p=286 Gustavus has lost one of its great birding resources. Bob Dunlap graduated in May, but will of course continue his birding endeavors.  He has set up a blog site of his own where he will update avid birders on what he is seeing in the skies.  The site is – http://bobthebirdman.blogspot.com/ . This is a great site to find updates and keep in touch with Bob the Birdman.

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It is important to remember the value trees hold in our world. Arbor Day reminds us to look around and appreciated trees and nature that surround our homes. They offer so many special gifts to us as inhabitants of the Earth. Thank a tree today, or better yet – plant a new tree today.

“A civilization flourishes when people plant trees under whose shade they will never sit” – Greek Proverb

]]> http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2008/04/25/happy-arbor-day/feed/ 0 Trees for Heart, Mind, and Spirit Begins Today http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2008/04/23/trees-for-heart-mind-and-spirit-begins-today/ http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2008/04/23/trees-for-heart-mind-and-spirit-begins-today/#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:11:11 +0000 Emily Hoefs http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2008/04/23/trees-for-heart-mind-and-spirit-begins-today/ Today is the kick-off of our Arbor Week activities in the Linnaeus Arboretum.  Come enjoy the beautiful weather and scenery.  Lunch is available for purchase, so all should join us for a brief visit.  The schedule for the next three days is as follows:

Wednesday, April 23rd

11:30 – “Yoga in the Arboretum” – Kari Lipke

12:00 – “The Importance of Play and Chance to Dance” – Michele Rusinko

12:30 – “Negative Effects of Nature Withdrawal” – Bonnie Reimann & Aaron Banks

1:00 – “Local Biking Routes” – Brian Koeneman

Thursday, April 24th

11:30 – “Expanding the Arboretum – Coneflower Prairie” – Cindy Johnson-Groh

12:00 – “Birding with Bob” – Bob Dunlap

12:30 – “Geology of the St. Peter Area” – Jill Sotendahl

1:00 – “Interpreting the Spring Landscape” – Emily Hoefs

Friday, April 25th

11:30 – “Tai Chi in the Arboretum Meditation Area” – Gretchen Koehler

(meet in the Natural Meditation Area of the Arboretum)

12:00 – “Natural Labyrinths” – Rachel Larson

12:30 – “Sewing the Seeds of Vocation” – Chris Johnson

1:00 – “Finding Musical Inspiration” – Karl Anderson (bagpipes)

 

We have native MN tree saplings available to attendees. Plant them in your yard, or give them as a gift to someone special in your life.  We anticipate beautiful weather, wonderful information, and great company.  Join us!

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Turkey Vulture: 11
Sharp-shinned Hawk: 2
Broad-winged Hawk: 5
Red-tailed Hawk: 3

That makes 21 individuals of 4 raptor species. Not bad.

Other birds observed migrating:

Franklin’s Gull: several flocks, one of which held over 100 birds
Canada Goose: three flocks totaling 62 birds
Blue Jay: one flock of 29 birds

I’ll continue to post whenever I plan to hawkwatch. I’m thinking Friday afternoon (September 28th) will be the next time…I’m done with classes around 12:30, so probably starting at 1:00 PM Friday is when I’ll be in the grass in front of Old Main. Anyone is welcome to stop by.

Birdman (Bob Dunlap)

]]> http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2007/09/26/hawk-watching-with-bob/feed/ 0 Service Day in the Arboretum http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2007/09/11/service-day-in-the-arboretum/ http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2007/09/11/service-day-in-the-arboretum/#comments Tue, 11 Sep 2007 22:12:12 +0000 Emily Hoefs http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2007/09/11/service-day-in-the-arboretum/ The Arboretum needs your help!!! On Saturday, October 6, the Arboretum will host a Chinese Elm Removal Party! Chinese elm is an alien species that is not native to Minnesota, but which readily seeds in many places where it is not wanted, namely the Linnaeus Arboretum. The elms are abundant and prevent native plants from getting established hence the need to control them. The task is simple: cutting and treating the stems of pre-marked trees. No need to know how to identify them and we will show you what to do! What a great opportunity to get some exercise and do a good deed! The “party” (might as well have fun with this!) will be from 2-5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to chip in for an hour or so. We ask that people “register” by e-mailing Emily Hoefs (ehoefs@gustavus.edu) or Shirley Mellema (shirley@gustavus.edu) so that we can anticipate equipment needs. Of course if you wake up on the 6th of October and feel the need to do a good deed that day we welcome your participation! Volunteers should report to the Melva Lind Interpretive Center for “duty” on the 6th. In the event of rain, we will move the party to Sunday, October 7 from 2-5. We look forward to seeing you in the Linnaeus Arboretum.

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1. Helping Host the Interpretive Center in the Arboretum throughout the day

2. Serve as an Usher/Greeter during presentations, dance, special meals

3. Assist with the Registration Table

4. Attend the panel discussion and bring with you lots of great questions

5. Assist with spring clean up in the Linnaeus Arboretum

If you feel you are able to help the Linnaeus Arboretum in any of these ways – please contact Emily Hoefs (ehoefs@gac.edu)

Thank you!

]]> http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2007/03/12/volunteers-needed-for-linnaeus-symposium/feed/ 0 Updating the Linnaeus Arboretum Website http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2007/01/19/updating-the-linnaeus-arboretum-website/ http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2007/01/19/updating-the-linnaeus-arboretum-website/#comments Fri, 19 Jan 2007 21:31:06 +0000 Emily Hoefs http://arboretum.blog.gustavus.edu/2007/01/19/updating-the-linnaeus-arboretum-website/ Within the next couple weeks, you will see drastic changes to the Linnaeus Arboretum website. In preparation for the Linnaeus Symposium in April, we intend to revamp the site and make it more accessible, appealing, and informational. Keep a look out for the changes and let us know if you have any other suggestions or comments for the new and improved Linnaeus Arboretum Website.

Emily Hoefs,

Naturalist, Linnaeus Arboretum

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