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Speak of pollinators, and most people imagine the honey bee and the constructed hive boxes. Recently a focus on the Rusty Patch Bumblebee has extended the perception modestly. There are however myriad pollinators, and even a diverse range of types of bees. The Arboretum will host a broad spectrum of plants that support both … Read More
2022 has been an exciting year at the Arboretum. Read about our progress, learn about new features on the grounds, and meet our new volunteer coordinators!
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Recently, Manitowoc resident Mike Pintok visited Van der Brohe Arboretum with his camera and shared these incredible wide format images with us. Some of the photos are panoramic, consisting of multiple images stitched together with photo editing software. Mike’s wide-format photos really help to show the scope of the project and the current landscape—documenting the legacy trees … Read More
New! Flyover footage of Van der Brohe Arboretum.… Read More
George Grimm, who sponsored the Maple Grove planting at VDBA, has generously also sponsored our council circle and the ivy walls. … Read More
Wisconsin offers a bounty of beauty, nature, wildlife, trails and bright blue skies. Long-time Wisconsin resident Kimberly Mackowski explores the beauty in parks and green spaces throughout our state and shares her adventures in her blog, The Park Next Door.… Read More
Our latest e-news update was published May 18, 2022. Catch up with our progress at the Arboretum! Click to view online or download a PDF.
On June 23, Woodland Dunes and Manitowoc Co. Soil and Water Conservation hosted a Pollinator Habitat Bus Tour featuring three local restoration areas including Van der Brohe Arboretum! … Read More
John Durbrow receives a check from the Two Rivers Rotary, contributing to their sponsorship of the Ivy (Wisteria) Tunnel at Van der Brohe Arboretum. VDBA is most appreciative of the assistance provided by the Rotary in building out the landscape sculptural elements which will enliven the Arboretum experience. … Read More
Manitowoc County’s 2021 People of the Year list has been published and Van der Brohe Arboretum Director John Durbrow has made the cut for his work establishing the Arboretum. … Read More
