Tours

Docent Walking Tours

Enjoy an exciting and educational tour of the Arboretum by a trained Docent. On the tour, that lasts about 1 hour,  you’ll discover what makes Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden a unique and very special place. Depending on the season, your Docent will showcase specific trees, plants and the occasional wildlife that makes “every season a reason” to visit.  The trail is 1.5 miles and is paved.

• Date & Time: Daily during operational hours

• Location: Klehm Arboretum – 2715 S. Main Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102

• Reservations: All Docent Tours must be scheduled at least 1 week in advance

• All Groups - $6 per person plus regular admission. Prepayment is required - no refunds

• Information: For more information call 815-965-8146

Docent Riding Tours

The much asked for Blossom Buggy offers a riding guided tour of the Arboretum on Wednesday and Sunday afternoons at 1 and 2 p.m. beginning in May. The Blossom Buggy is an electronic cart that accommodates one tour guide and five passengers. It is an excellent way to tour the nearly two mile path, especially for those with limited physical agility. Tours are 45 minutes and are offered May through October.

• Date & Time: Wednesday & Sunday at 1pm & 2pm – May through October

• Location: Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102

• Reservations: All Blossom Buggy Tours must be scheduled at least 1 week in advance

• All Groups - $8 per person plus regular admission.  Prepayment is required - no refunds

• Information: For more information call 815-965-8146

School Tours

Explore and learn about the Arboretum on these self-guided tours especially for K-5th Grade students.   Registrations for the Garden Backpack tours are not taken by phone - to register Klehm must receive a completed form and payment.  Details are on the form.