# Event Details - **Event Name**: Get to Know the Arboretum: Experience Life on the Edge - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 02:30 pm - **Event Description**: Explore the vibrant living tapestry along the edges of Houston and Grossman ponds, located in the heart of the F. R. Newman Arboretum!About this EventFrom the cool green canopy of Maple, Birch and Oak to the bustling world of the pond ecosystem, come enjoy this botanical masterpiece. Learn how the colorful Koi came to be here (reminders of the delicate relationship between people and nature), watch for Great Blue Herons, and admire swaths of native wildflowers.Whether you're a birdwatcher, a plant lover, or just need a breath of fresh air, there’s a surprise around every bend—from sun-bathing turtles to the rare glimpse of a river otter (honestly, more likely an industrious muskrat). It's all here waiting for you!This 90-minute tour is designed for all visitors. It covers approximately half a mile, follows step-free, compacted stone or wood-plank paths (minimum width of 36”), and contains gentle grades. Benches are located at regular intervals for rest and viewing (traversing mown grass is optional). Join this guided tour and see Ithaca’s biodiversity in action! Walk will be held rain or shine; please dress appropriately for the weather. Pre-registration required as space is limited.Fee: $12 general admission; Free for Cornell Botanic Gardens Access Pass holders and Cornell Students.Instructor: Dana Kruser, Garden GuideLocation: Meet at the parking area next to Houston Pond and the Sculpture Garden, in the central part of the Arboretum. Click here for a Google map showing meeting location.This tour is part of our “Get to Know the Arboretum” summer series. Join us for all these offerings:· July 12: · July 23: · August 9: Connect with the Nut and Oak Collections - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ithaca/get-to-know-the-arboretum-experience-life-on-the-edge/100001990028595098 - **Event Categories**: meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 4 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: F. R. Newman Arboretum - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 12, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Ithaca - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: F. R. Newman Arboretum - **lat**: 42.4489073 - **long**: -76.4630043 - **full address**: F. R. Newman Arboretum, Caldwell Drive, Ithaca, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Get to Know the Arboretum: Experience Life on the Edge - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/59d471153e55cc6e941bfdbfccdf9acb7fc1fed89c8057d5ec37acecfd181ba2-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1779317124 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Get to Know the Arboretum: Experience Life on the Edge being held? - **A:** Get to Know the Arboretum: Experience Life on the Edge takes place on Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 02:30 pm at F. R. 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