Join Jessica Friis on a walk through the High Plains Arboretum highlighting the “superstars”, the trees and shrubs that have thrived in Cheyenne’s climate for decades with very minimal care. You will gain an appreciation for these tough plants and perhaps some inspiration for what you can grow at home! Jessica is a horticulturist at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens and authored the book, High Plains Arboretum. This tour is $10.00 and participants must pre-register. Please meet at the parking area of the High Plains Arboretum, directions are below:

Directions from I-80

Exit at Roundtop Road, and turn north. Cross Happy Jack Road.

Enter at the flagstone entry (left side of the road) onto Hildreth Rd.

At the first fork, look for the “High Plains Arboretum” sign to the left and veer in that direction.

Park at parking signs on the right side of the road. DO NOT block the road. The Arboretum is south of this road (to the left).