2025 Membership Drive Live Now!

2024 was a busy year with several family-friendly events, welcoming visitors from June to August, offering tours for special guests, and private groups renting the site. Our four summer staff did an outstanding job of maintaining the plants and buildings and gained some new skills at the same time. Although the Garden closed for the season at the end of August, important work has continued. The machine shed, where many of our events take place, is getting a new roof.

With a cost of more than $65,000.00 to repair the machine shed roof following the standards for the conservation of historic places, we are grateful for funding from the Alberta Government through the Heritage Preservation Partnership Program and from Lac Ste. Anne County. This year we received grants for 3 of our summer staff from Canada Summer Jobs, Canadian Parks & Recreation Association, and Young Canada Works. Membership sales, special events, along with private and corporate donations, all help us pay for ongoing maintenance and conservation projects of the historic buildings and plant collection.

Plans are well under way for next summer and we are looking for new members! Our pre-Christmas 2025 membership drive is now live!

Buy a Garden membership now to be eligible to win a West End Meals on Wheels 2025 Cash Calendar. There are 75 chances to win a share of $6,500.00 in prizes throughout the year (weekly, monthly, seasonal, & holiday draws). These calendars support a non-profit that delivers meals to seniors throughout Lac Ste Anne County. The Pegg Garden draw will be made on Sunday, Dec 15 at 9:00PM.

Memberships are $10.00/person. Check out our Get Involved page for more details on how to purchase your membership.

The Garden is taking part in GivingTuesday this year! In addition to purchasing a membership, support the Garden by following us on Facebook and Instagram, sharing our content with family and friends, becoming a volunteer or donating!

Thank you for your continued support! We can’t wait to see you next year.

Rural Roots Farmer Showcase call for Ag Producers!

2024 marks the 6th year hosting the Rural Roots Farmer Showcase (RRFS) at the beautiful George Pegg Botanic Garden, just north of Glenevis, AB. The planning committee members are excited to invite ag producers from Lac Ste. Anne and surrounding counties to participate in this signature event highlighting local food and the farmers who produce it.

On Saturday, August 17th ag producers have two opportunities to participate. During the outdoor daytime market farmers sell a wide array of agricultural products. The evening event includes a concert and features locally grown products served in an exclusive meal for 100 diners.

RRFS is part of the Alberta Open Farm Days weekend- an incubator for agri-tourism and rural sustainability. We welcome vendors selling meat, vegetables, and other products produced on farms. RRFS guests are looking for interactive displays and hands-on activities. We invite participation by businesses and community groups with an agricultural connection. Our visitors rate the local 4H Club’s display as one of their favourite attractions! A vendor with ready to eat food is also on our wish-list for the market. For farmers thinking about participating in Open Farm Days, RRFS is a good introduction to hosting their own event.

Pegg Garden has a creative team of volunteers and summer staff committed to supporting our farmer partners for a successful event. Alberta Open Farm Days has a substantial marketing campaign, and RRFS is hiring a promotions company to boost our social media reach. We always welcome families with activities for children and the site is wheelchair accessible. Our historic displays, nature trail, garden tours, and beautiful photo opportunities are additional attractions that encourage visitors to extend their stay so they take time to interact with vendors. Admission to the event is free.

Because our summers are glorious but short, open air events have a very special attraction. For online registration and all the details about being a vendor check out www.PeggGarden.org or call 780-203-0331. Not a farmer but interested in volunteering at this event? Contact Shelley at 780-222-0058 to learn more about volunteering!

Call for Artists! Apply for our 10th Annual Art in the Garden Show and Sale

We would like to invite all artists to exhibit at the George Pegg Historic Garden on June 15th, 2024 for our 10th annual Art in the Garden Outdoor Show and Sale! Applications may be submitted here. Registration deadline is April 15, 2024. Late registrations may be accepted but artist profile may not be included in the artist flyer. Please call 780-203-0331 or email PeggBotanicGarden@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Summer Jobs at George Pegg Botanic Garden

We are accepting applications for 4 positions at George Pegg Botanic Garden:
April 20, 2024- applications are closed. Check back in early 2025.

• A Garden Supervisor. We are seeking a 15 - 30 year old youth for full time work, mid-May to end of August. Apply by Monday, April 1st, 2024

• Two Garden Assistants. We are seeking two 15 - 30 year old youth for full time work, beginning of July to end of August. Apply by Friday, April 5th, 2024.

• A Site Supervisor. We are seeking a mature person with work experience in horticulture and supervising staff, for this part-time position from mid- May to the end of August. Apply by Monday, April 15th, 2024.

Pegg Garden 2024 Season Starts with Family Day

Soon after wrapping up a successful summer at the George Pegg Botanic Garden, the team of volunteers began planning events to welcome visitors for the season ahead.

From May to October 2023 many projects were completed- including the beautifully restored garage and historic pump house.  With funding from Young Canada Works and Canadian Parks and Recreation Association, three summer staff did a great job of garden maintenance and started a project to enhance the nature trail. Our volunteers and staff kept busy with hosting special events each month, finishing off the summer with the very special Rural Roots Farmer Showcase. 

First up on the 2024 schedule is the Pegg Garden Family Day Winter Fun event, on Monday, February 19. Bring your friends and family and drop in any time from 11:00am - 3:00pm. Admission is free! Activities include scavenger hunts, painting on snow, cooking hot dogs and bannock around the bonfire, warming up with hot chocolate in the log house, and brisk games of fox and geese. Mother Nature will determine if we can build snowmen or go snowshoeing.

Located just north of Glenevis, this historic site on the original homestead of the Pegg family depicts the significant botanical work carried out by George Pegg. Lac Ste. Anne County’s financial and in-kind support helps us protect this important part of our cultural heritage. In 2024 we look forward to welcoming new and returning volunteers and establishing partnerships with local community groups.  Looking for a job? This year we are hiring a part time Site Supervisor and three youth summer staff.

Visit the Pegg website to see photos from 2023, for event updates, plus details about staff and volunteer opportunities.

Call For Artists

Calling All Artists!

We would like to invite you to exhibit at the George Pegg Historic Garden on June 18, 2023, Father’s Day. This will be our 9th annual Art in the Garden Outdoor Show and Sale. Attached is an invitation with all the details and an artist registration form.

You may respond using the registration form or go to the link: https://forms.gle/sjDrTJRSGkG6bqsY6

We ask that each artist responds individually.

We sincerely hope that you will consider participating in this one-day event. If you know of other artists who might like to know about the show, we appreciate you forwarding this invitation.

George Pegg Garden

Barbara Daum; Artist Coordinator 780-727-2792 (home)

Pegg Garden 780-203-0331

PeggBotanicGarden@gmail.com

Summer Student Jobs at Pegg Garden

May 25, 2023- applications for Garden Supervisor and Garden Assistant (Nature Trail) are still open. Apply now!

The George Pegg Botanic Garden Society is accepting applications for enthusiastic students who enjoy working with people and being outdoors. The work involves a focus on landscape maintenance, historic conservation, and meeting the public. Please see the job descriptions for details. Working alongside peers, wonderful volunteers, and mentors, students at Pegg Garden gain an appreciation for local heritage and acquire valuable work experience and skills.

Funding for these positions is paid for in part by summer job grants. Each year we receive excellent applications and we encourage you to apply now. We apply to several grant programs, successful candidates are notified when funding is approved.

July at George Pegg Botanic Garden

It was an eventful July at George Pegg Botanic Garden! Just north of Glenevis, this historic site  maintains the original homestead of the Pegg family and features the botanical work of George Pegg. On July 19th our “New Perennial Design” demonstration bed was planted after nearly three years of careful planning and preparation. Thank you to Maria Beers and Clara Qualizza for designing the bed and to the volunteers and summer staff who grew the plants and helped plant them! 

It was a beautiful day for our 3rd Tea Party in the Garden on July 21st! Visitors enjoyed a variety of teas and desserts, followed by tours of the Garden and the historic log home. 

Admission to the Garden is free during Alberta Open Farm Days on August 13th and 14th. We invite you to join us on Saturday, August 13th for the 4th Annual Rural Roots Farmer Showcase! Enjoy our Local Food Market with a variety of vendors and family-friendly activities, from 10 AM - 4 PM. Following the Market is an exceptional Outdoor Dinner and Concert. Take in music from country-music artist Erin Haley and show-opener Halle May Hobbs while enjoying a delicious meal prepared by chef Lindsay Porter. 

On Sunday, August 14th from 10 AM - 4 PM we are highlighting the bounty of our agricultural community with displays and family activities. From 1:30 PM - 3 PM we are also celebrating The George Pegg Botanic Garden Society’s 30th anniversary. Enjoy a slice of home-baked pie and support local Meals-on-Wheels programs. Bring your favourite pie recipe and take home a cookbook.    

Throughout August we are open every day from 10 AM to 4 PM. Visit our website PeggGarden.org, Facebook, and Instagram for updates. We look forward to seeing you at the Garden!

Emily Fyfe

Garden Supervisor

780 203-0331

Rural Roots Farmers Showcase: Call for Volunteers

Our 4th annual vendor market and Farm to Fork dinner is part of Alberta Open Farm Days on Saturday, August 13. We are seeking volunteers to be a part of this fun, exciting, beautiful event.

Join our team of like-minded community members working to promote our local food producers. The event is hosted at the wonderful George Pegg Botanic Garden in Lac Ste. Anne County, just north of Glenevis, Alberta. This year’s vendor market has a "Country Fair" theme and the evening event includes an elegant picnic dinner with live entertainment.

Any amount of time you can offer is valuable. We suggest volunteers sign up for a three-hour shift in the morning, afternoon, or evening - food and beverages are included. (Yes- dinner volunteers get to taste-test the 5 course meal!) Time slots are flexible - tell us what works for you. Tasks include market set up, guest greeter, floaters, dinner set up, food service, and security.

This is an outdoor event so be prepared for Mother Nature's mood swings. And don't forget about those darn mosquitos!!

For more information about how to volunteer for this unique event, please contact Shelley at shelleylockhart@gmail.com. We look forward to meeting new people in our communities.

Call for Youth Art: George Pegg Botanic Garden’s 8th Annual Art in the Garden

On Sunday, June 19th, 2022, the peaceful beauty of George Pegg Botanic Garden will provide a perfect backdrop for a variety of artwork. After three years, local artists and craftspeople will be back for our 8th Annual Art in the Garden with fine art, pottery, woodwork, jewellery, photography, fibre art, & more available for purchase! From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM meet our artist vendors, take in art demonstrations and live music and enjoy refreshments. 

In addition to our artist vendors, the Garden would like to feature young artists in our community! The Youth Art Show features Junior and Senior High students and is judged by visitors to the Garden. This is a perfect opportunity for students to share their work with others. Students also have the chance to win cash prizes! The registration form can be found here. We can’t wait to see all the talent of our community's young artists!

We invite you to bring your family and friends for this exciting event as we also celebrate Father’s Day! Children can come and enjoy a fun art activity.

We hope to see you at Art in the Garden! Visit our website, PeggGarden.org for more details and our Facebook and Instagram pages to see our artist vendors profiles!

Emily Fyfe 

Garden Supervisor

peggbotanicgarden@gmail.com

780 203-0331