Santa Fe Botanical Garden

Cactus Flowers in Watercolor
2025-01-15 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | NM
Advance Registration Required
Date: Wednesday, January 15th
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time) (1 hour break for lunch)
Location: Online
Cost: $125
In this ONLINE workshop we’ll use the medium of watercolor to paint the “beauty in adversity” that is the cactus flower. Vibrant colors, unique shapes, unusual textures… all are elements of the desert environment and watercolor is the perfect medium to paint this magical subject. We will explore various techniques to render our subject with skill, while learning and having fun at the same time!
Some watercolor experience preferred, but not required. You will learn anyway!
**Participants names and email addresses will be provided to the instructor. Registrants will need to check their spam folders to make sure they receive instructors handout and Zoom invitation, which will be sent before the workshop begins. Once the workshop is over, you will have access to view the recording for 30 days.
Click here to access supplies list

Instructor/Artist Bio:
Molly Murrah has been painting in watercolor for over 25 years, teaching for 15. Previously a graphic designer, Molly brings good design, and color mixing skills, plus a clear vision to her watercolor instruction. She’s won various awards in national and international exhibitions, and was twice past president of the Northwest Watercolor Society. Her work can be viewed at: www.mollymurrah.com

Refund Policy: Cancellations more than one week prior to event are subject to a 25% cancellation fee. Cancellations with less than one week notice are non-refundable.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.

SOLD OUT - Winter Bird Walk
2025-01-17 08:30 - 10:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
SOLD OUT
Advance registration recommended.
Date: Friday, January 17th
Time: 8:30am – 10:00am
Location: Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Cost: Adults – $12, Members – $10
Join us for a morning bird walk to observe who is visiting the Garden. We’ll be watching for resident birds as well as migratory birds resting in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Community Day at the Garden
2025-01-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
A Garden for Everyone: Community Day at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden
Discover the beauty and tranquility of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden during our monthly Community Day, where New Mexico residents receive free admission to explore and enjoy all the Garden has to offer.
Thanks to the generous support of the Del Norte LOV Foundation, Community Day is our way of giving back to the community, encouraging everyone to take the opportunity to connect with nature.
In addition to free admission, we are excited to host special Community Health and Wellness Days, sponsored by Santa Fe County. These special days are designed to highlight the physical and mental health benefits of spending time in nature. Whether you’re taking a leisurely walk along our scenic pathways, finding solace on a peaceful bench, or participating in one of our guided activities, the Garden offers a sanctuary for rejuvenation and well-being.
Join us on Community Health and Wellness Days to experience the restorative power of nature. With free admission for New Mexico residents, there’s no better time to visit the Santa Fe Botanical Garden and discover how the natural world can enhance your well-being.
Come and enjoy the Garden—where there’s something for everyone, every season of the year!
Generously sponsored by:
Remember: You must check in at the Visitor Center when you arrive. You will need a credit/debit card if you wish to make a purchase in the Garden Gift Shop. If you would like to become a Member, please ask a one of our Visitor Center’s staff who can help you.
Smoking is always prohibited. Only properly identified service dogs that meet U.S. Department of Justice guidelines under the Americans with Disabilities Act are allowed in the Garden

Plants and People Program - Ethnobotany of Rhus (Sumac – Anacardiaceae)
2025-01-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Udall Building, 725 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Ethnobotany of Rhus (Sumac – Anacardiaceae)
First talk of the Plants and People Program
People and plants have a complex shared evolutionary history spanning millions of years.
Yet it wasn’t until about 12,000 years ago that human populations domesticated local plant species by selecting individuals for desirable traits and cultivating them as reliable sources of food and other products. The “Plants and People Program” at Santa Fe Botanical Garden will explore the many facets and complex relationships between plants and people. The program will include lectures, seminars, book clubs, field trips, and hands-on activities. The program will kick-off with a presentation by Dr. David A. Young on the ethnobotany of Rhus (Sumacs – Anacardiaceae).
Dr. Young will discuss the many ways that species of Rhus (Sumacs – Anacardiaceae) have been used by humans for thousands of years as medicines, dyes, fibers, and other applications.
Dr. Young received his BA and MA in biology from California State University, Fullerton and his Ph.D. in Botany from Claremont Graduate University. He retired from Arizona State University in 2017 after a professional career of over 40 years in higher education. He has served as Executive Director of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden since September 2022.
Event Details
Presented by:
Dr. David A. Young, Executive Director
Santa Fe Botanical Garden
Wednesday, January 29 • 11:00am – Noon
Udall Building • 2nd Floor Conference Room
725 Camino Lejo, 87505
Members: $5.00
Not Members Yet: $10.00
(limited to 80 people)
Not yet a member? Join/renew here for discounts and benefits all year long!
Photo: Oneconscious at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0

Member Mornings in the Garden
2025-02-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-20 08:00 - 09:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Join us for Member Mornings in the Garden!
Come hang out with other garden enthusiasts, take a moment to relax, relish in the serene early morning ambiance, and enjoy a cup of coffee and baked goods with friends! This event is FREE and open to members only, though we encourage you to invite 1 non-member friend if you think they may enjoy the Garden!
Please register to attend so that we may have a headcount for the coffee and baked delights!
Note* You must still login and enter your password to register. Please contact Armando Quintana, Membership Administrator at 505.471.9103, ext. 110 if you need assistance.

Winter Bird Walk
2025-02-13 08:30 - 10:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance registration recommended.
Date: Thursday February 13th
Time: 8:30am – 10:00am
Location: Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Cost: Adults – $12, Members – $10
Join us for a morning bird walk to observe who is visiting the Garden. We’ll be watching for resident birds as well as migratory birds resting in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

February is for the Birds
2025-02-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
No registration required.
February is for the Birds!
Location: 715 Camino Lejo, Pavilion
Date: Saturday February 15th, Community Day
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Cost: FREE
Join us on Community Day to celebrate National Bird Feeding Month and the Great Backyard Bird Count!
There will be a short presentation about the Great Backyard Bird Count and how you can do your own bird count. Then we’ll head outside to do a bird count. After the count, we’ll gather to celebrate National Bird Feeding Month by making our own heart shaped suet snack to take home for your neighborhood birds.
*Download your favorite Bird Tracking app to your phone before the program. (Example: Merlin, iNaturalist, eBird, Audubon)
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.

Community Day at the Garden
2025-02-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
A Garden for Everyone: Community Day at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden
Discover the beauty and tranquility of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden during our monthly Community Day, where New Mexico residents and students with ID receive free admission to explore and enjoy all the Garden has to offer.
Come and enjoy the Garden—where there’s something for everyone, every season of the year!
Generously sponsored by:
Remember: You must check in at the Visitor Center when you arrive. You will need a credit/debit card if you wish to make a purchase in the Garden Gift Shop. If you would like to become a Member, one of our Visitor Center staff will be happy to help you.
Smoking is always prohibited. Only properly identified service dogs that meet U.S. Department of Justice guidelines under the Americans with Disabilities Act are allowed in the Garden

The Southwest Landscape in Watercolor
2025-02-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Online
Advance Registration Required
Date: Wednesday, February 19th
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time) (1 hour break for lunch)
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: $125
The Southwest landscape is a unique blend of earthy but vibrant colors, canyons, plateaus, mesas, desert sands, mountains, red rock, and amazing skies. In this workshop, we’ll execute our drawings, plan our colors and painting strategy, and use techniques that make painting elements of this arid landscape instructive and fun. Join me on this journey of the southwest… a land of beauty that calms the soul in the midst of our fast-paced world. Some watercolor experience is preferred but not required.
Molly Murrah has been painting in watercolor for over 25 years and teaching for 15. Previously a graphic designer, Molly brings good design, color mixing experience, a clear vision, and excellent critiquing skills to her watercolor instruction. She’s won various awards in national and international exhibitions and was twice past president of the Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS). Her work can be viewed at: mollymurrah.com
**Participants names and email addresses will be provided to the instructor. Registrants will need to check their spam folders to make sure they receive the instructor’s handout and Zoom invitation, which will be sent before the workshop begins.
Click here for access to supplies list.

Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.

Pruning Basics Workshop
2025-02-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Location: Pavilion at Santa Fe Botanical Garden 715 Camino Lejo
Date: Wednesday February 19th
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Cost: Members $28/ Adult $35
Linda Churchill and Noah Gapsis, SFBG Horticulture Staff, discuss why, how, and when to prune woody plants in a no-fear environment. This program is for anyone who is new to pruning, or who wants to boost their understanding of the art and their confidence with the actual work.
The workshop provides a friendly, stress-free opportunity for easy indoor practice making cuts, along with discussion about tools and resources. Given time and good weather we will play outside at the end of the session. Lots of time for Q & A will be allowed.

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Pruning Basics Workshop
2025-02-22 13:00 - 14:30 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Location: Pavilion at Santa Fe Botanical Garden 715 Camino Lejo
Date: Saturday February 22nd
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Cost: Members $28/ Adult $35
Linda Churchill and Noah Gapsis, SFBG Horticulture Staff, discuss why, how, and when to prune woody plants in a no-fear environment. This program is for anyone who is new to pruning, or who wants to boost their understanding of the art and their confidence with the actual work.
The workshop provides a friendly, stress-free opportunity for easy indoor practice making cuts, along with discussion about tools and resources. Given time and good weather we will play outside at the end of the session. Lots of time for Q & A will be allowed.

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Winter Seed Sowing
2025-02-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Registration Required (pre-registration encouraged – walk-up registration not guaranteed)

Date: Thursday February 27th

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Location: Garden Pavilion, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: Member $16/Non-member $20

No experience necessary! Beginner gardeners will discover a variety of techniques used to give your vegetables and flowers a healthy start. This workshop will focus on four varieties of plants and highlight a couple of different seed-starting techniques. Some seeds and supplies to get your garden started will be provided. Garden admission is included in program pricing.

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!

Sold Out - Speaker Series: Ecological Resilience and How We Can Achieve it - Donald Falk, Ph.D.
2025-02-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Udall Building, 725 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
SOLD OUT
Date: Friday, February 28th, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 725 Camino Lejo, Udall Building, 2nd Floor Conference Room
Members: $15.00
Not-Yet-Members: $20.00
As Earth’s ecosystems change in response to climate change and other human impacts, species and communities are being rapidly reorganized across the landscape. Adapting to future conditions may involve focusing on resilience rather than strict restoration to historical conditions. We explore what this might look like, and what the implications are for nature conservation.
Don Falk is a Professor in the School of Natural Resources and the Environment at the University of Arizona, with joint appointments in the Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research and the Arizona Institutes for Resilience. He holds degrees from Oberlin College, Tufts University, and the University of Arizona (PhD, 2004). His research focuses on fire ecology, resilience, ecological restoration, and global change. Falk is a Fellow of the AAAS and has received awards including the Deevey Award for paleoecology, McGinnies Fellowship, and Fulbright Short-Term Scholar award. He has over 150 publications, co-edited books on rare plant genetics, restoration, and fire ecology, and serves as Chair of the Global Change Ecology and Management program. He teaches courses on wildland fire, restoration ecology, and climate crisis solutions. Prior to Arizona, Falk co-founded the Center for Plant Conservation and was the first Executive Director of the Society for Ecological Restoration. He is married to botanist Mima Falk and has two daughters.
Cancellations and refunds: If you need to cancel, please contact us at 505.471.9103. There are no refunds.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of the registration page. If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Please note: the discount won’t be reflected until you checkout! If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Not yet a member? Join/renew here for discounts and benefits all year long!

Public Garden Tour
2025-03-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Cost: Free with admission
Day and Time: March – May at 11AM on Fridays and Saturday plus Community Days
Explore the Beauty of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden on a Guided Tour!
Step into nature and discover the wonders of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden with our engaging Public Garden Tours! Perfect for all ages, these guided walks offer a fascinating introduction to the diverse plants, landscapes, and stories that make our Garden so special.
Each tour lasts 45–55 minutes, covering scenic pathways while highlighting seasonal themes and insights from our expert guides. No two tours are exactly alike—our guides bring their unique perspectives, drawing from our mission to celebrate, cultivate, and conserve the rich botanical heritage and biodiversity of our region.
🌿 No registration required—just show up and enjoy!
🌿 Tours are included with Garden admission.
Want to bring a group? We’re happy to accommodate private tours for groups of 10 or more with at least two weeks’ notice. Plus, be sure to check back for seasonal specialty tours featuring unique topics and experiences throughout the year.
For details and to plan your visit, click here. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Become a SFBG Member today and enjoy free admission all year long. Join/Renew here!

Public Garden Tour - Community Day
2025-03-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States

CANCELED - Fruit Tree Pruning
2025-03-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
CANCELED
Advance registration required.
Date: Wednesday March 12th
Time: 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM
Location: Hendrickson Pavilion, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: $28 members/$35 nonmembers
When should I prune my fruit trees? How should I manage the old apple tree on my property? How much wood is too much to take off? Why prune at all? Learn answers to these and other questions from Linda Churchill, SFBG Director of Horticulture, at our fruit tree pruning workshop. This is a combination lecture and hands-on workshop. Bring your questions and your work gloves, and be prepared to practice your pruning technique.
Note: Tools will be supplied but you may bring your own pruners for tips on cleaning and sharpening.
Pear Tree Pruning Before and After

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page. If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!
Please note, your member discount will be reflected at checkout!
Refund Policy: Cancellations more than one week prior to event are subject to a 25% cancellation fee. Cancellations with less than one week notice are non-refundable.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.

SOLD OUT - Stargazing at the Garden: Blood Moon Celebration
2025-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
SOLD OUT: Watch for our future Stargazing at the Garden Series program offering.
Advance registration required.

Date: Thursday March 13th

Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Cost: Age 0-3 Free/ Youth 4-17 $7/ Members $16/ Non-members $20

Location: 715 Camino Lejo

🌙🔭✨ Join us for a special after-hours program at the Garden as we explore this month’s Blood Moon! Enjoy an evening of celestial wonders as we gaze at the night sky, learn about lunar eclipses, and navigate the stars with telescopes and planispheres. Sip on a delicious Blood Moon mocktail while discovering the science and folklore behind this mesmerizing lunar event.
Whether you’re an experienced stargazer or just curious about the cosmos, join us for the kickoff of our monthly nighttime Stargazing series.
Download your preferred star map to your smart phone before you arrive. (Examples: Stellarium, Sky Tonight, Star Tracker, etc.)

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page. If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!
Discount reflected at checkout.

Fruit Tree Pruning
2025-03-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance registration required.
Date: Wednesday March 15th
Time: 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM
Location: Hendrickson Pavilion, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: $28 members/$35 nonmembers
When should I prune my fruit trees? How should I manage the old apple tree on my property? How much wood is too much to take off? Why prune at all? Learn answers to these and other questions from Linda Churchill, SFBG Director of Horticulture, at our fruit tree pruning workshop. This is a combination lecture and hands-on workshop. Bring your questions and your work gloves, and be prepared to practice your pruning technique.
Note: Tools will be supplied but you may bring your own pruners for tips on cleaning and sharpening.
Pear Tree Pruning Before and After

**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page. If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!
Please note, your member discount will be reflected at checkout!
Refund Policy: Cancellations more than one week prior to event are subject to a 25% cancellation fee. Cancellations with less than one week notice are non-refundable.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.

Patterns in the Garden Tour
2025-03-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Location- Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
Cost: Free with Paid Admission, no registration required.
Please wait in Welcome Ramada prior to the beginning of the tour.
Join Docent Tour Leader, Ivars Peterson for a walk through the Garden as Ivars incorporates Mathematics to illuminate and enrich our understanding of the many patterns found in a botanical garden.
About your Guide: Ivars Peterson has been a Volunteer Docent at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden for 3 years. Ivars is a freelance writer and editor. He was Director of Publications at the Mathematical Association of America from 2007 to 2014. As an award-winning mathematics writer, he previously worked at Science News for more than 25 years and served as editor of Science News Online and Science News for Kids. His books include The Mathematical Tourist, Islands of Truth, Newton’s Clock, and Fragments of Infinity: A Kaleidoscope of Math and Art.

Rot Squad - Composting Volunteer Orientation
2025-03-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Date: Thursday March 20th
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo
Crew: Rot Squad, composting volunteers
Application: New Volunteer Application form
Rot Squad is in charge of helping nature make black gold from garden trimmings and kitchen waste. Work will include using our chipper-shredder, turning and watering the compost bins, and more. Work days are Thursdays April-October, with additional days scheduled on occasion.
Some gardening and composting knowledge and experience is helpful but not necessary.
*If you are not a current volunteer, you must have first filled out a New Volunteer Application form and attended Volunteer Orientation in order to be a Volunteer gardener.
*New gardeners must attend a New Volunteer Gardeners Orientation before working with us in the Garden.
*Orientation sessions scheduled various times during the year if you’re unable to make the initial orientation.

Spring Bird Walk
2025-03-21 08:00 - 09:30 | Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
Advance registration required.
Date: Friday March 21st
Time: 8:00am – 9:30am
Location: Program participants will be met at the entrance gate to the Garden, just outside of the visitor center.
Cost: Adults – $12, Members – $10
Join us for a morning bird walk to observe who is visiting the Garden. We’ll be watching for resident birds as well as migratory birds resting in the Garden. No need to be a birding expert, we’ll even provide binoculars if you need them.
**SFBG Members** You must sign in to receive your member discount. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at top of this page.
If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. Discount reflected at checkout. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Refund policy: We do not offer refunds for this program. If you must cancel, please consider the program fee a donation.
Cancellation Policy: Santa Fe Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden Staff either by phone or email.
Not yet a member? Join/renew now for discounts and benefits all year long!
