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Posted by Aaron Ostrom

PAX Attends IPPS Eastern Region Conference

A select number of PAX students were able to attend a portion of the IPPS (International Plant Propagators Society) Eastern Region Conference in Cleveland, OH this past weekend. The society was able to raise funds to assist in brining in students to attend and participate in the activities. We arrived Friday morning and proceeded to attend and afternoon of nursery tours in Lake County. Tours included Klyne Nurseries, Willowbend Nursery, and Cottage Gardens. We also attended talks on Saturday morning and a banquet Friday night. Our only expense for students was the rented van. The experience, though short, proved enjoyable. It’s even small outings such as this that make being a member of PAX a valuable resource for education and networking opportunities “outside the box.”

written by Aaron Ostrom

First Meeting of the Fall Quarter

To all current and possible future members of Pi Alpha Xi -

Our first meeting of the fall quarter will be on Wednesday, September 30th, 2009 at 5:00 pm in the Howlett Glassroom. This room is easy to find, it is located on the first floor of Howlett Hall, Room 139 (2001 Fyffe Court). Food will be provided for all who attend. Pi Alpha Xi is an honorary society that glady accepts members who have a GPA of 3.0 or above. Our society is centered around fellowship through horticulture and floriculture.

Aaron Ostrom – Pi Alpha Xi President, Epsilon Chapter

PAX visits Richmond

 

Ten PAX members ran to catch a 6am Skybus Plane from Port Columbus to Richmond, Virginia. A stay at the Linden Row Hotel and many exciting adventures awaited them.

An initial whirlwind day included the flight, Ashcroft House, and Brent and Becky’s Bulbs. Ashcroft House was moved piece by piece from England. Garden features included a knot, shade, and kitchen garden. A spectacular view was provided from the knoll in which the house was placed. A short driving trip was then made to Brent and Becky’s Bulbs where PAX was treated to the greatest of southern hospitality. Brent and Becky gave a wonderful tour of their operation and their home. PAX was also treated to a fantastic dinner and beverages at their home.

The duration of the trip was less exhausting but no less exciting. A visit to the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden included an interview and picture which can be found Buckeye Blog on August 22. The highlights were grand in scale and included a sunken garden, conservatory, and expansive and exciting children’s garden. Maymont park was also toured and included a lovely Japanese and Italian garden.

A day trip was then made to Monticello- The Home of Thomas Jefferson. Guided tours were taken of the home and gardens. Monticello is known for the preservation of heirloom plant varieties. These were noted throughout the garden and the immense vegetable garden. Members of the family are buried on site include Thomas Jefferson. The group then tasted wines at the Thomas Jefferson Vineyard.

A celebratory dinner provided an extremely fulfilling Italian feast including appetizers, dinners, deserts, and wine. A very long night’s sleep followed. Everyone was given the opportunity to select a full day’s activity without the group. These activities included a trip to the beach, canal tour, shopping in Richmond, Frisbee golf and relaxation.

The yearly trip is one of the many perks of being a member of Pi Alpha Xi. The tireless work that members provide during the annual Poinsettia sale provides these trips at no cost to members. The 2008 trip will be to Niagara Falls and Toronto.

 

Written by Christine Dudgeon