Climate Change and Plant Life
Description
Extreme weather events and rising temperatures are affecting plant life across the globe.
Join us for this practical, engaging day combining talks, creative activities, and outdoor exploration.
You'll not only learn more about how climate change is affecting plant life, both globally and locally and what this means for humankind and the rest of the natural world, but you'll leave with ideas and inspiration for how you can make a positive difference, and you'll have a lot of fun along the way.
Suitable for age 16+
Click on the schedule below for full details.
Agenda
- 10:45 am - 11:00 am
Arrivals, tea and coffee
- 11:00 am - 11:15 am
Welcome and introduction to the day
Setting the scene and introducing the Climate Hub.
- 11:15 am - 11:30 pm
Talk: The impact of climate change on plant life with Richard Baines
How climate change is affecting plant life and the challenges and opportunities this presents.
- 11:30 am - 12:30 am
Tour of gardens
Explore the gardens with curator Richard Baines, and learn how climate change is affecting the garden and what action can be taken.
- 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Lunch
Bring your own picnic to eat in the garden or have lunch in the garden's cafe.
- 1:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Creative workshop
Explore what you have learnt and how you feel about it by getting creative - make some leaves to add to our tree of hope. Facilitated by Linda Irving
Lineup
Nicki Davey
Nicki Davey will host the day and facilitate discussions on behalf of the D&G Climate Hub.
Richard Baines
Richard Baines has been the Curator of Logan Botanic Garden for almost 20 years, and during this time has witnessed the impact of climate change (rainfall patterns, temperatures, droughts and storms) on the garden.
Linda Irving
Linda Irving is a well-known local artist whose work is inspired by the natural world and local landscapes. She is also passionate about helping people to improve their wellbeing and to explore ideas, feelings, and experiences through facilitating creative workshops and activities.
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