Explore the natural world at the arboretum! Families will participate in various activities to engage their inner naturalist. We will learn to make nature journals, sound mapping, and other activities connecting us to nature. Stay tuned for registration details.

Cancelled: Unfortunately, we had to cancel this event due to lack of registrations. Hope to see you for the next one! While we explore the Point Caroline trail, families will learn to identify native plants. Other activities may include working together to solve plant mysteries, hearing plant stories, and more! Registration opens at this link […]

You are Invited! To a ribbon-cutting to celebrate increased accessibility at the Arboretum! Refreshments will be served. This project was made possible with a generous grant from AARP and donations from the family of Cheryl Fluck, Juneau-Gastineau Rotary, Juneau Community Foundation, and Friends of Jensen-Olson Arboretum.

Once again the Friends of JOA will have a table with the Juneau Garden Club at the Public Market! We will be offering gift memberships, field guides, hats, seeds, cards […]

The Friends of Jensen-Olson Arboretum have been invited to lead an activity at the Juneau School District’s STEAM event on March 10, 2025. Ideas welcome and volunteers needed. Contact Education […]