Time in: 9am
Time out: 12pm
In between the Conservatory and the Children's Garden there is a building called the Botanical Auditorium. Among many other events (including the annual orchid show that will be held this weekend), this is were the Huntington's Botany classes for interested volunteers take place. These classes are given primarily for those who wish to become docents.
Today was a day to acquaint ourselves with this building, our teachers and our fellow classmates. The lower floor consists of an auditorium (where our classes are held), a volunteer room, offices and a botanical library. the upper floor consists of more offices and classrooms. We were introduced to a very knowledgeable staff who invited us to ask them questions whenever we felt the need.
Botany classes are divided into 3 sections with 2 classes per section. The first section (Botany 1) is called Introduction to Botany. The second section (Botany 2) is called Plant Diversity. The third section (Botany 3) is an optional course (some of the gardens requires it, such as the cactus department, others do not) and is called Plant Adaptation. After these courses, volunteers then take another set of classes that are specifically required for their field. Currently, they are only offering courses in the camellia, rose and desert gardens because these gardens are the most in need of volunteers at this time.
Everyone I met so far is friendly, helpful and interested, which will make for a good time in class!
Here's a picture of the orange orchard located right next to the Botanical Auditorium. These orange trees are the original trees that have been here since Mr. Huntington bought the property.
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