Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

This 60-minute yoga class forms a flowing sequence in coordination with the breath. This class includes asana (postures), breath work, and brief meditation after savasana to balance out our practice. The goal of this class is to provide you with a nourishing asana practice and have you leaving the garden feeling relaxed and peaceful. Please bring a yoga mat. All classes will take place outside on the lawn. In case of rain, the class will be moved inside the Greenhouse.

Space is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Biography:

Christina Wilson acquired her 200-hour RYT in Rishikesh, India. She was trained by Himalayan yoga master Yogrishi Vishvektu, PhD., in Hatha yoga. Christina is Yoga Alliance certified. Christina's yoga teaching style incorporates meditation, mantra, asana, chakra & breath work. She has been working in the Anchorage community in private practice as a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for 10 years and also recently acquired her certification as a Registered Expressive Art Therapist (REAT); she incorporates a strong mind+body awareness and connection into her teaching style both on and off the mat.

Join us twice a month on Wednesdays for an interactive storytime where we read, sing, dance and move our bodies! The story and program are designed for ages 6 and younger. Program takes place outside rain or shine (bring a blanket to sit on).

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Entry paid at Admissions.

FREE | Members & Kids ages 6 and under
$14 | Non-Members
$10 | Students/Seniors(65+)/Military

July 23rd, Splish, Splash, Whoosh: Music and movement inspired by nature

11:00am-12:00pm

Limited space available; please register ahead of time.

Join the teachers from Music Together Mountain Song for a 45-minute stroller-friendly “musical hike” along the paved, mile-long garden path. We’ll stop along the way to sing, wiggle and jam to songs and rhythms inspired by the natural world.

Discover new ways to interact musically with your child using your bodies, voices, and simple child-friendly rhythm instruments. Each participating family will leave with wooden rhythm sticks, dance scarves, and inspiration for how to continue making music together at home.

Designed for families with children 0-5 years old. Event will take place rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. No refunds for requests with less than 24 hours notice.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Join Tai Chi instructor, Richie Goldstein, for an hour-long Tai Chi class on Saturdays. This low impact, mind-body practice will begin with a short warm up followed by a series of breathing exercises to help improve balance, both physical and mental. Class will be held outside on our lawn, no equipment needed just comfortable clothes and shoes. This class is for all levels. Class size is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Richie Goldstein began studying Tai Chi in 1996 with Sifu Warren Pretlow at the Healing Arts Studio here in Anchorage. For the past twelve years, he’s studied with Dao Shima Susan Elkins at Jade Lady Studio.

Get creative with your garden design this year and make your own container in this hands-on hypertufa workshop! Hypertufa is an artificial stone material used to make garden planters. The containers are great for showing off rock garden plants, succulents, dwarf hostas, dwarf conifers etc. Making hypertufa is easy and fun! Each participant will make one 12'' x 10'' container. The planters will require a few days of drying. Participants will be notified within a few days when they are available for pick up. This workshop will take place in our covered Outdoor Classroom, please dress for the weather.

There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds with less than 24 hours notice.

Slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself through the practice of qigong. This hour session is low impact, gentle as well as mindful. Set amidst the beauty of the Botanical Garden, this class invites participants of all experience levels to cultivate greater ease, balance, and presence while moving in harmony with the natural world. No special equipment or previous experience is needed. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring anything you need to feel at ease outdoors.There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations, please register ahead of time.

David Westlake is an integrative movement and mindfulness instructor working with yoga, qigong, and related practices. He has a wide range of teaching experiences including studios, schools and mental health settings.

Stop by our pop-up education table! Garden educators and docents will have interactive materials to help educate on different relevant topics happening in the Garden.

This informal, drop-in table is part of our garden visitor experience and perfect for visitors of all ages curious about what makes our garden and the boreal forest so special.

Program is free and included in the price of garden admission.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

This 60-minute yoga class forms a flowing sequence in coordination with the breath. This class includes asana (postures), breath work, and brief meditation after savasana to balance out our practice. The goal of this class is to provide you with a nourishing asana practice and have you leaving the garden feeling relaxed and peaceful. Please bring a yoga mat. All classes will take place outside on the lawn. In case of rain, the class will be moved inside the Greenhouse.

Space is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Biography:

Christina Wilson acquired her 200-hour RYT in Rishikesh, India. She was trained by Himalayan yoga master Yogrishi Vishvektu, PhD., in Hatha yoga. Christina is Yoga Alliance certified. Christina's yoga teaching style incorporates meditation, mantra, asana, chakra & breath work. She has been working in the Anchorage community in private practice as a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for 10 years and also recently acquired her certification as a Registered Expressive Art Therapist (REAT); she incorporates a strong mind+body awareness and connection into her teaching style both on and off the mat.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Join Tai Chi instructor, Richie Goldstein, for an hour-long Tai Chi class on Saturdays. This low impact, mind-body practice will begin with a short warm up followed by a series of breathing exercises to help improve balance, both physical and mental. Class will be held outside on our lawn, no equipment needed just comfortable clothes and shoes. This class is for all levels. Class size is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Richie Goldstein began studying Tai Chi in 1996 with Sifu Warren Pretlow at the Healing Arts Studio here in Anchorage. For the past twelve years, he’s studied with Dao Shima Susan Elkins at Jade Lady Studio.

Participants will begin with Dance Consano, a gentle, guided movement practice created by Rebecca that combines mindful movement, breath-work, and intentional body awareness. Inspired by her Korean and Chinese heritage, holistic wellness background, and personal movement journey, Dance Consano welcomes participants of all experience levels and invites them to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and explore mindful movement in the peaceful outdoor setting of Alaska Botanical Garden. The second half of the workshop will feature a guided chaga tea ceremony, where participants will learn about chaga mushroom, its history in northern cultures, and its traditional use as a botanical while sharing tea together in a space for reflection, conversation, and connection with the natural world. Participants should dress comfortably for the weather, as the entire workshop will take place outdoors.

There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds for requests made with less than 24 hours notice.

About Consano Chaga

Rebecca is the founder of Consano Chaga, a wellness practice that brings together mindful movement, traditional tea practices, and botanical education. Drawing inspiration from her Korean and Chinese heritage, holistic wellness background, and appreciation for Alaska’s natural landscape, Rebecca creates experiences that encourage presence, connection, and a deeper relationship with nature through movement and tea.

Join us for our second annual family fun run this summer and enjoy the chance for your little ones to get out and move through the backdrop of the Alaska Botanical Garden! We welcome our community to dress as your favorite forest friend or enchanted creature and encourage parents to join their little ones as we run/jog/walk through the garden!

This run is non-timed and non-competitive and aims to get families and their kids moving and exercising outside. Parents must register their kids online ahead of time, bibs will be picked up on the day of the run. Parents are welcome to run with their kids but need not register themselves. Children must be 13 years of age or younger to participate. Normal admission rates apply. Members and kids ages 6 and under are FREE, Non-Member kids ages 7-13 are $10. Normal admission rates apply at the gate for our Non-Member families attending to cheer on or accompany their racers! Only racers need to register ahead of time; all others will pay admissions on the day of.

We have two course options this year for our young runners. There will be a shorter 400 meter (1/4 mile) run around our paved garden loop (appropriate for strollers and kids up to 8 years old) and a longer 1600 meter (1 mile) run along our Lowenfel’s-Hoersting Nature Trail (appropriate for ages 9-13). Both courses begin and end on the ABG lawn in front of the Greenhouse. Come dressed in your favorite forest animal or garden themed costume!

Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Enjoy face paint, a photo booth, bubbles, sidewalk chalk or just strolling the Garden after the race.

Race Day Schedule (This is a non-timed, non-competitive race)

9:00am- Doors Open

10:20am- Warm-up exercises for our 1600 meter runners

10:30am- 1600-meter race begins

10:50am- Warm-up exercises for our 400 meter runners

11:00am- 400 meter race begins

11:00am-12:00pm- Families can enjoy cheering on their racers, face paint, bubbles, sidewalk chalk and eat some snacks and enjoy the gardens.

Slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself through the practice of qigong. This hour session is low impact, gentle as well as mindful. Set amidst the beauty of the Botanical Garden, this class invites participants of all experience levels to cultivate greater ease, balance, and presence while moving in harmony with the natural world. No special equipment or previous experience is needed. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring anything you need to feel at ease outdoors.There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations, please register ahead of time.

David Westlake is an integrative movement and mindfulness instructor working with yoga, qigong, and related practices. He has a wide range of teaching experiences including studios, schools and mental health settings.

Make the most of our short growing season and learn to identify Alaskan plants and find out what's blooming in our collections with one of our bi-monthly walks in the Garden. Each walk will highlight the different flowering plants in the surrounding boreal forest as well as highlight plants in our collections chosen for their hardiness and differing bloom times. Tour lasts 1 hour and follows along our paved path as well as unpaved Wildflower trail. Tours take place rain or shine so please dress for the weather. No refunds for same day cancellations; register ahead of time to secure your spot.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Join us for a guest lecture and meet and greet with filmmaker and photographer, Kelsey R. Koon. Kelsey will be speaking on Art, Technology & Engineering and will include a small hands-on activity for participants to give an inside look at her career field. Kelsey was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. The outdoors and the ocean have seeped into nearly every one of her creative projects. The goal of her art is to spread awareness for the ever growing impact of waste in our oceans through repurposing items like fishing debris in her pieces wherever possible.

Talk is included with admission to the Garden. No registration ahead of time needed.

FREE | Members & Kids ages 6 and under
$14 | Non-Members
$10 | Students/Seniors(65+)/Military

Join us twice a month on Wednesdays for an interactive storytime where we read, sing, dance and move our bodies! The story and program are designed for ages 6 and younger. Program takes place outside rain or shine (bring a blanket to sit on).

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Entry paid at Admissions.

FREE | Members & Kids ages 6 and under
$14 | Non-Members
$10 | Students/Seniors(65+)/Military

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself through the practice of qigong. This hour session is low impact, gentle as well as mindful. Set amidst the beauty of the Botanical Garden, this class invites participants of all experience levels to cultivate greater ease, balance, and presence while moving in harmony with the natural world. No special equipment or previous experience is needed. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring anything you need to feel at ease outdoors.There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations, please register ahead of time.

David Westlake is an integrative movement and mindfulness instructor working with yoga, qigong, and related practices. He has a wide range of teaching experiences including studios, schools and mental health settings.

Stop by our pop-up education table! Garden educators and docents will have interactive materials to help educate on different relevant topics happening in the Garden.

This informal, drop-in table is part of our garden visitor experience and perfect for visitors of all ages curious about what makes our garden and the boreal forest so special.

Program is free and included in the price of garden admission.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

This 60-minute yoga class forms a flowing sequence in coordination with the breath. This class includes asana (postures), breath work, and brief meditation after savasana to balance out our practice. The goal of this class is to provide you with a nourishing asana practice and have you leaving the garden feeling relaxed and peaceful. Please bring a yoga mat. All classes will take place outside on the lawn. In case of rain, the class will be moved inside the Greenhouse.

Space is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Biography:

Christina Wilson acquired her 200-hour RYT in Rishikesh, India. She was trained by Himalayan yoga master Yogrishi Vishvektu, PhD., in Hatha yoga. Christina is Yoga Alliance certified. Christina's yoga teaching style incorporates meditation, mantra, asana, chakra & breath work. She has been working in the Anchorage community in private practice as a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for 10 years and also recently acquired her certification as a Registered Expressive Art Therapist (REAT); she incorporates a strong mind+body awareness and connection into her teaching style both on and off the mat.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Join us for a Together in Nature art class and make connections with the natural world and your little one that will last a lifetime!

Children ages 2–5 and their caregivers will experience the Alaska Botanic Garden through creative outdoor art and nature-based exploration guided by art teacher, Margaret Mackie. Each class begins with a welcoming circle time that includes songs, storytelling, and movement encouraging curiosity and connection from the start.

Following circle time, children explore hands-on art stations inspired by the natural world. Using found and natural materials, they can experiment with textures, colors, and creative expression while building fine motor skills, sensory awareness, and early math and literacy foundations. Together in Nature is a meaningful way to enjoy the outdoors with your young artist, spark imagination, and create lasting connections with nature through art.

Space is limited, sign up ahead of time. A $2 cancellation fee applies to all cancellations.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Make the most of our short growing season and learn to identify Alaskan plants and find out what's blooming in our collections with one of our bi-monthly walks in the Garden. Each walk will highlight the different flowering plants in the surrounding boreal forest as well as highlight plants in our collections chosen for their hardiness and differing bloom times. Tour lasts 1 hour and follows along our paved path as well as unpaved Wildflower trail. Tours take place rain or shine so please dress for the weather. No refunds for same day cancellations; register ahead of time to secure your spot.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

This 60-minute yoga class forms a flowing sequence in coordination with the breath. This class includes asana (postures), breath work, and brief meditation after savasana to balance out our practice. The goal of this class is to provide you with a nourishing asana practice and have you leaving the garden feeling relaxed and peaceful. Please bring a yoga mat. All classes will take place outside on the lawn. In case of rain, the class will be moved inside the Greenhouse.

Space is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Biography:

Christina Wilson acquired her 200-hour RYT in Rishikesh, India. She was trained by Himalayan yoga master Yogrishi Vishvektu, PhD., in Hatha yoga. Christina is Yoga Alliance certified. Christina's yoga teaching style incorporates meditation, mantra, asana, chakra & breath work. She has been working in the Anchorage community in private practice as a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for 10 years and also recently acquired her certification as a Registered Expressive Art Therapist (REAT); she incorporates a strong mind+body awareness and connection into her teaching style both on and off the mat.

Join us twice a month on Wednesdays for an interactive storytime where we read, sing, dance and move our bodies! The story and program are designed for ages 6 and younger. Program takes place outside rain or shine (bring a blanket to sit on).

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Entry paid at Admissions.

FREE | Members & Kids ages 6 and under
$14 | Non-Members
$10 | Students/Seniors(65+)/Military

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Stop by our pop-up education table! Garden educators and docents will have interactive materials to help educate on different relevant topics happening in the Garden.

This informal, drop-in table is part of our garden visitor experience and perfect for visitors of all ages curious about what makes our garden and the boreal forest so special.

Program is free and included in the price of garden admission.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

This 60-minute yoga class forms a flowing sequence in coordination with the breath. This class includes asana (postures), breath work, and brief meditation after savasana to balance out our practice. The goal of this class is to provide you with a nourishing asana practice and have you leaving the garden feeling relaxed and peaceful. Please bring a yoga mat. All classes will take place outside on the lawn. In case of rain, the class will be moved inside the Greenhouse.

Space is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Biography:

Christina Wilson acquired her 200-hour RYT in Rishikesh, India. She was trained by Himalayan yoga master Yogrishi Vishvektu, PhD., in Hatha yoga. Christina is Yoga Alliance certified. Christina's yoga teaching style incorporates meditation, mantra, asana, chakra & breath work. She has been working in the Anchorage community in private practice as a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for 10 years and also recently acquired her certification as a Registered Expressive Art Therapist (REAT); she incorporates a strong mind+body awareness and connection into her teaching style both on and off the mat.

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Come meet and learn about Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s Ambassador birds! Learn about species-specific behavior and adaptations of birds of prey and corvids and discover how their avian trainers use positive training methods with the Ambassador Birds.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays | June 30th-August 28th| 2:00-3:00pm

Each program will feature one or more Ambassador Birds, call ahead to see which ambassador bird will be visiting the Garden:

• Ghost and Frost, Snowy Owls

• Echo, Great Horned Owl

• Culuk, Bald Eagle

• Breland, Peregrine Falcon

• Keear, Red-tailed Hawk

• Shavila, Black-billed Magpie

• Zahra, American Crow

No registration required; event covered by general admission. Members & kids 6 and under are FREE!

Please join ABG and Meg for another 5-week series that will offer folks a chance to downshift from the summer high towards a more balanced, nurtured, and rested state. Each class will offer something a little different, while still following a comforting, familiar rhythm. We’ll start by gently engaging the senses to help you arrive and unwind, then ease into steady, nourishing breath-work alongside simple warm-up movements. From there, you’ll be guided into long-held yin postures designed to invite softness and release. The practice will close in a supported resting pose and guided body scan to help you integrate the benefits of the practice. These classes are designed for all bodies and Meg will offer many alternatives to postures throughout the practice. This series is deeply informed by Meg's somatic- & trauma-informed background, as well as her love for a practice that moves a bit slower & allows space for exploring each moment with curiosity.

There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds for requests made with less than 24 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 5:30pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion). Meg will provide straps and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and consider a hat & gloves for the guided rest portion of class. Classes will be held outside on the lawn when weather permits.

Meg's Bio:

Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga since 2003 and teaching since 2011. As a somatic-based mental health counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga postures, breathwork, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her playing up in the mountains, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.

Please join ABG and Meg for another 5-week series that will offer folks a chance to downshift from the summer high towards a more balanced, nurtured, and rested state. Each class will offer something a little different, while still following a comforting, familiar rhythm. We’ll start by gently engaging the senses to help you arrive and unwind, then ease into steady, nourishing breath-work alongside simple warm-up movements. From there, you’ll be guided into long-held yin postures designed to invite softness and release. The practice will close in a supported resting pose and guided body scan to help you integrate the benefits of the practice. These classes are designed for all bodies and Meg will offer many alternatives to postures throughout the practice. This series is deeply informed by Meg's somatic- & trauma-informed background, as well as her love for a practice that moves a bit slower & allows space for exploring each moment with curiosity.

There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds for requests made with less than 24 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 5:30pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion). Meg will provide straps and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and consider a hat & gloves for the guided rest portion of class. Classes will be held outside on the lawn when weather permits.

Meg's Bio:

Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga since 2003 and teaching since 2011. As a somatic-based mental health counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga postures, breathwork, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her playing up in the mountains, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.

Please join ABG and Meg for another 5-week series that will offer folks a chance to downshift from the summer high towards a more balanced, nurtured, and rested state. Each class will offer something a little different, while still following a comforting, familiar rhythm. We’ll start by gently engaging the senses to help you arrive and unwind, then ease into steady, nourishing breath-work alongside simple warm-up movements. From there, you’ll be guided into long-held yin postures designed to invite softness and release. The practice will close in a supported resting pose and guided body scan to help you integrate the benefits of the practice. These classes are designed for all bodies and Meg will offer many alternatives to postures throughout the practice. This series is deeply informed by Meg's somatic- & trauma-informed background, as well as her love for a practice that moves a bit slower & allows space for exploring each moment with curiosity.

There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds for requests made with less than 24 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 5:30pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion). Meg will provide straps and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and consider a hat & gloves for the guided rest portion of class. Classes will be held outside on the lawn when weather permits.

Meg's Bio:

Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga since 2003 and teaching since 2011. As a somatic-based mental health counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga postures, breathwork, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her playing up in the mountains, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.

Please join ABG and Meg for another 5-week series that will offer folks a chance to downshift from the summer high towards a more balanced, nurtured, and rested state. Each class will offer something a little different, while still following a comforting, familiar rhythm. We’ll start by gently engaging the senses to help you arrive and unwind, then ease into steady, nourishing breath-work alongside simple warm-up movements. From there, you’ll be guided into long-held yin postures designed to invite softness and release. The practice will close in a supported resting pose and guided body scan to help you integrate the benefits of the practice. These classes are designed for all bodies and Meg will offer many alternatives to postures throughout the practice. This series is deeply informed by Meg's somatic- & trauma-informed background, as well as her love for a practice that moves a bit slower & allows space for exploring each moment with curiosity.

There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds for requests made with less than 24 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 5:30pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion). Meg will provide straps and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and consider a hat & gloves for the guided rest portion of class. Classes will be held outside on the lawn when weather permits.

Meg's Bio:

Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga since 2003 and teaching since 2011. As a somatic-based mental health counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga postures, breathwork, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her playing up in the mountains, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.

Please join ABG and Meg for another 5-week series that will offer folks a chance to downshift from the summer high towards a more balanced, nurtured, and rested state. Each class will offer something a little different, while still following a comforting, familiar rhythm. We’ll start by gently engaging the senses to help you arrive and unwind, then ease into steady, nourishing breath-work alongside simple warm-up movements. From there, you’ll be guided into long-held yin postures designed to invite softness and release. The practice will close in a supported resting pose and guided body scan to help you integrate the benefits of the practice. These classes are designed for all bodies and Meg will offer many alternatives to postures throughout the practice. This series is deeply informed by Meg's somatic- & trauma-informed background, as well as her love for a practice that moves a bit slower & allows space for exploring each moment with curiosity.

There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds for requests made with less than 24 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 5:30pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion). Meg will provide straps and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and consider a hat & gloves for the guided rest portion of class. Classes will be held outside on the lawn when weather permits.

Meg's Bio:

Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga since 2003 and teaching since 2011. As a somatic-based mental health counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga postures, breathwork, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her playing up in the mountains, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.