FOR ADULTS & TEENS AGES 15-17

Experience Tyler’s witch hazel collection at its peak. More than 100 witch hazels brighten the landscape in shades of gold, red, purple, yellow, and orange. Their fragrance drifts across the grounds, guiding you from one vibrant bloom to the next. Local expert Randy Kobetich leads you on a walk among these early bloomers, where you’ll discover what makes Tyler’s collection a standout of the season.

About your guide: Randy Kobetich is a local witch hazel collector, propagator, grower, and friend of Tyler.

What to expect:

· Check in at the Visitor Center and then meet your guide

· Expert guide with deep knowledge

· Approximately ½-mile walk on pavement, grass, and gravel

· Time to observe color, fragrance, and variety across the collection

· Cool temperatures and late-winter conditions

· Restrooms close to the tour route

What to Wear & Bring:

· Dress in layers suitable for the weather

· Waterproof footwear with good traction

· Phone camera or other camera to catch the blooms at their peak

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.  All teens must be accompanied by an adult.

MEMBERS: FREE

NON-MEMBERS: Adults (18-64): $18 each; Seniors (65+): $15 each; Teens (15-17): $10 each. Admission is included in your fee, so feel free to stay for the day!

GUEST PASS HOLDERS: (for non-members only): FREE. Please give your guest passes to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in, or inform them that you are accompanying a Family or higher-level member as their guest. This program is free with your guest pass admission, so feel free to stay as long as you'd like after the program!

LIBRARY PASS HOLDERS: FREE. Please present your Library Pass to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in for the program. This program is free with your library pass admission, so feel free to stay as long as you'd like after the program!

Read about Tyler Arboretum's witch hazel collection HERE.