Know that
botanical gardens are different than nature centers. A botanical garden is meticulously planned,
every flower, every shrub, every blade of grass is put into its proper
place. As I said it’s a showcase. A nature center is more concerned with
keeping the land the way it was kept before we started building stuff. It’s more natural.
Both spaces
have their purpose. Both have some kind
of foundation to help financially keep the place going. They may charge a small admission fee but that
barely keeps the lights on. That supporting
group may sell plants in the spring or have special tours and classes during
the summer. Take advantage of those
things. Even if you don’t have the money
to donate ask about volunteer opportunities and donate your time. If you are enjoying the gardens make an
effort to pay it forward, so your kids can enjoy them also.
Pack out
what you pack in.
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