USBG Staff
Go behind-the-scenes on this guided highlights tour of the U.S. Botanic Garden Production Facility. Featuring almost two acres of greenhouses, this facility is the largest support facility for a public garden in the U.S. Explore unique and unusual plants from the USBG collection and witness gardeners and horticulturists in action. Please note: This is a working greenhouse facility. Some rooms may not be available for viewing due to horticultural need. Please wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and dress in layers, as greenhouse bays may become quite warm. Directions to the facility can be found here. – See more at: https://www.usbg.gov/events/2016/05/21/tour-backstage-pass-us-botanic-garden-production-facility#sthash.BKOBcjlJ.dpuf
Pre-registration required.
Matthew J. Wichrowski, MSW, HTR, Sr. Horticultural Therapist, Clinical Assistant Professor, Rusk Rehabilitation, NYU-Langone Medical Center
Interest in the beneficial effects of nature has been on the rise lately. Join us as we explore the foundations of horticultural therapy and its use in healthcare settings, including therapeutic garden design. Recommendations for personal health and wellness are provided. – See more at: https://www.usbg.gov/events/2016/05/20/lecture-horticultural-therapy-healthcare-and-beyond#sthash.Z9brdukg.dpuf
Lana Dreyfuss, LCADC, SEP, HTR, former president AHTA, current treasurer AHTA
What is horticultural therapy and how can it be beneficial to special populations? In this presentation we will explore horticultural therapy and how it can serve as an activity-based intervention utilizing the natural world, mindfulness, and our parasympathetic nervous systems! Please note: This is an experiential presentation that includes a hands-on activity. – See more at: https://www.usbg.gov/events/2016/02/22/workshop-horticultural-therapy-slower-we-go-faster-we-get-there#sthash.IyYVWYwW.dpuf
