I Dig the LA County Arboretum Member Loyalty Program - The Arboretum
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I Dig the LA County Arboretum!

Member Loyalty Program

We want to celebrate with you and thank you for your patience and sustained member support during our Baldwin Lake & Tule Lake restoration journey.

The I Dig Campaign

The Pins

Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences

FAQs

We are excited to share the I Dig the LA County Arboretum member loyalty program with all our members who join us on the historic journey to a restored Baldwin Lake!

Your Sustained Support Matters!

Member support is essential in caring for our Arboretum, including its 127 acres of gardens, historic landmark buildings and many educational programs. Maintaining your support as we build a better Arboretum for the future is critical to our ability to ensure the entire garden is stunning post construction.

The Baldwin Lake restoration, which begins Summer 2026, will be the largest infrastructure improvement project since the Arboretum’s founding more than 75 years ago. A fully restored Baldwin Lake will be a monumental improvement for our members, visitors, and wildlife to enjoy for generations to come.

We want to celebrate with you and thank you for your patience and sustained member support on our restoration journey! The I Dig the LA County Arboretum member loyalty program consists of a collectible set of pins along with opportunities for once-in-a-lifetime Arboretum experiences for all members who sustain their support during construction.

Here’s How It Works

All active Arboretum Members are eligible to receive an I Dig collectible pin as the main construction period begins on September 1 and for all who keep their membership active through the end of construction/ribbon cutting (anticipated in October 2027) they will receive a celebratory Journey Ends pin to complete the set! Both pins are 1 ½ inches in diameter.

Pin 1, the I Dig pin renderingPin 1, the I Dig pin, is bright and whimsical, with a shovel to reflect the construction, surrounded by all the remaining beauty and nature still available to enjoy. From aloe and plumeria flowers, to the male valley carpenter bee and rufous hummingbirds, to the native oaks and ginkgoes, to monarch butterflies and peacocks. You can wear this with pride and proclaim how much you dig the Arboretum! Members can stop by the membership office after September 1 to receive this pin.

Pin 2, the Journey Ends pin renderingPin 2, the Journey Ends pin, celebrates the end of our construction journey and our fully restored Baldwin Lake. Featuring imagery of the lake, the view of the Queen Anne Cottage, and the wildlife returning to enjoy their new home. It includes the year of completion, making this a true collectible. Members who have remained active from September 1, 2026 to the end of construction/ribbon cutting (anticipated October 2027) can receive the second pin and complete the set.

Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences

All members who remained active for the duration of the restoration will automatically be entered into a drawing for some amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experiences that include:

Boating on Baldwin Lake: Set on the Historic lawn, members will enjoy picnicking, special treats and surprises, and a first-ever boat ride on our newly restored Baldwin Lake.

Afternoon Tea on the Queen Anne Cottage Veranda: Enjoy music, tea, tasty nibbles, and scenic vistas overlooking our beautiful new Baldwin Lake.

Fiesta at the Reid-Baldwin Adobe: Celebrate with Mariachis, picnicking, rancho activities and special treats at this fiesta, overlooking Baldwin Lake.

Country Jamboree at the Coach Barn: Dance to live country music, picnicking, special treats, and strolls enjoying scenic views of our lakeshore.

Note: You can double your odds of winning by upgrading your membership during this restoration journey. You will automatically receive a second entry.

Thank you also to the Georgina Fredrick Children’s Foundation for underwriting the I Dig the LA County Arboretum Member Loyalty Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pins

When and where can members pick up their commemorative pins?

The first pins will be available for pickup at the Membership Office and/or Membership Ticket Window after September 1, 2026. The second pin will be available to pick up at the completion of the construction/ribbon cutting, tentatively scheduled for October 2027. We will announce when the second pin is ready for pickup.

How many pins will members receive?

Pins are based on your membership level. For example, one pin for Individual, Student and Teacher memberships; two pins for Dual, Senior, Family, and above.

Is there a maximum number of pins per household?

Yes, two-pins per household.

Will pins be mailed, or are they pickup only?

Pins are only available for onsite pickup only.

Can someone else pick up my pin for me?

Any named member on the membership may pick up pins.

What happens if pins run out?

Pins are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Is there a deadline to claim the pin?

Pins will be available as long as supplies last.

What if I’m not a current member?

Simply join by August. 31, 2026 and you will be eligible.

Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences:

How do members enter the drawings for the experiences?

To be entered into the drawing, members must simply maintain continuous active membership from the start of the campaign on September 1, 2026 through the end of the campaign (ribbon-cutting), anticipated in October 2027. To ensure your eligibility, renew prior to your expiration date. For your convenience, sign up for auto-renewal so your membership never lapses.

Is entry automatic, or do members need to sign up?

All eligible members are automatically entered.

How many entries does each household receive?

One entry per household.

Is there any way to increase my chances of winning?

Yes. All members who upgrade their membership during the restoration project will automatically receive one extra entry, doubling their chances of winning.

When will the drawings take place?

All drawings will be held post construction and after the groundbreaking ceremony.

How will winners be notified?

Winners will be notified by phone and/or email and will be given 5-7 days to RSVP before the opportunity is given to the next person drawn. Please make sure your contact information is current in your member record. Call us at 626.821.3233 or email us at memberships@arboretum.org for any needed updates.

Will events require advance RSVP?

Yes, all winners must RSVP in advance to secure their spot.

Can members bring guests?

Please be advised that due to the high demand for tickets, the allowable tickets you can reserve is based on your membership level allowance, and your membership must be active on the day of the event.

Are these events free?

Yes, these once-in-a-lifetime experiences are free for members thanks to the generous support of the Georgina Fredrick Children’s Foundation that recognizes how essential sustained member support is for the Arboretum, especially during construction.

What happens if an event fills up? Will there be wait lists?

Yes, we will be taking a small number of people for a wait list, and they will be notified by phone or email if we receive cancellations.

What if I cannot attend the event I am drawn for?

If you are unable to attend the event you are selected for, we can add you to the wait list for other opportunities.

Questions?

Contact the Membership Department at 626.821.3233 or email us at memberships@arboretum.org
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