Sunday Talk: “Settler Stories: Essays from the Edge of Ecology and Memory”
July 6 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm PDT
In this thoughtful and thought-provoking presentation, Don Gayton—acclaimed Summerland-based ecologist and creative non-fiction author—shares selected readings and reflections from his forthcoming manuscript, Settler Stories.
Blending local history, ecology, climate insight, and wry humour, Don explores the layered relationships between people and place in the Okanagan-Similkameen. His storytelling weaves together the settler experience, shifting landscapes, and personal fascinations—from grasslands and wildfire to the cultural echoes of his American upbringing and his adopted Canadian home.
Come prepared for curiosity, laughter, and reflection, as Don challenges the traditional boundaries of science and memoir, using story as a bridge between ecological understanding and lived experience.
🗓️ Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: Included with daily site admission OR free with a 2025 Season Pass.
About the Sunday Speaker Series:
Each Sunday from May through October, we welcome a new guest presenter into our Apple House to share fascinating stories and insights into the natural, cultural, and historical landscape of our region. Topics range widely—from Indigenous history and pioneer technologies to Victorian gardening, food traditions, conservation efforts, and beyond. Presentations are informal, engaging, and typically run about 45–60 minutes.
We look forward to welcoming you!
