Educational Programs
OUTDOOR PROGRAMS: MAY, JUNE, SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER
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The Viles Arboretum offers a unique educational opportunity for students at all grade levels. After your program, enjoy the extensive plant collections, woodlands and hiking trails. Stay for a picnic lunch. Click here for a sample list of available programs.
- Cost is $4 per child- $60 group minimum for each program.
- Groups must provide one teacher or adult chaperone for every six students. Come prepared for the weather - it can be chilly anytime of the year. Long pants, sturdy boots, and layers - such as sweaters and wind breakers that can be added or removed, are recommended.
- While not all our trails are wheelchair accessible there are programs and activities available for students with disabilities.
- Learn from knowledgeable staff and volunteers skilled in outdoor lore, plant identification, animal life, and wetlands.
Self-guided Tours
Self-guided tours are permitted for groups. Please call ahead to let us know you are coming. Groups of 15 people or more will need to rent the Outdoor Learning Center. Please click here for rental information.
Inquiries & Reservations
- Phone 626-7989 or e-mail us for more information.
- In case of inclement weather - call (207) 626-7989 to confirm or cancel your program.
Click here for program times.
For a list of available programs, click here.
An Outdoor Education Center Learning Guide is available for purchase from the Arboretum. Learning Guide activities support Maine's science and environmental education standards.
