Guided walks are conducted with a trained Friends Voluntary Guide every Wednesday at 10:30am and every Sunday at 2:00pm. Meet your guide at the front steps of the Geelong Botanic Garden.
Group walks can be made by appointment - $3.30 per person
Booked Group Walks can include refreshments at the Tea House and a visit to the Friends' Nursery.
(Bookings need to be made 2 weeks in advance)
See below for a listing of special themed walks for January to March 2008.
| Date | Time | Description/Theme | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tues. 1st January 2008 | 6.00pm | New Year and New Plants at the GBG | Meet at the Entrance Steps |
| Thurs. 10th January 2008 | 6.00pm | Heritage Trees at the GBG | Meet at the Entrance Steps |
| Sun. 27th January 2008 | 6.00pm | Celebrating Australian Plants at the GBG | Meet at the Entrance Steps |
| Mon. 25th March 2008 | 5.00pm | Botanical Riches and Aboriculture issues in Eastern Park Guided Walk with Ian Rogers | Meet at the GBG Entrance Steps |
New walks are planned throughout the year. These will be updated on the web page later, as they become available
The guides are an active group numbering 10 to 15 who introduce and explain the gardens for visitors. They have the pleasure of meeting with local, interstate and overseas visitors while telling many of the interesting stories about the gardens and it's history.
Trained guides conduct regular walks on Wednesdays at 10:30am and Sundays at 2:30pm, and for group and school bookings, made by arrangement in advance with the Friends Office.
Guide training is ongoing, assisted by the Geelong Botanic Gardens Curator and staff.
Meeting and plant discussions are held on the 3rd Monday morning of each month, supported by additional study sessions and occasional outings.
If you have a desire to learn about the gardens and to help visitors enjoy them, please contact the Friends Office.