IPS BIENNIALS
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It’s coming…
by ASHCVS- 1 follower
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Palm Biennials....from the first to last one.
by Jeff Searle- 3 replies
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Can someone please post the list of countries in total Thanks, Jeff
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IPS Biennial - New Caledonia 1 2
by Tracy S- 3 followers
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This was posted in the IPS Magazine. It's still listed as proposed travel but I wanted to start a thread. Hopefully we can get updates as we get closer. I know I'm marking my calendar! 2024 International Palm Society’s 33rd Biennial: New Caledonia (Southwestern Pacific Ocean) Sunday September 22–Monday September 30 Capacity 150
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2023 IPS mid-term, London
by Tracy S- 3 followers
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Starting a Thread for this Mid Term Trip This was in the IPS magazine and was posted as proposed. Hopefully we can get updates on this thread 2023 IPS mid-term, London: Sunday May 21–Thursday May 25 Including RBG Kew, RHS Chelsea Flower Show and Wakehurst Place Capacity 50
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2008 Biennial of the International Palm Society – Members Unite in Costa Rica 1 2 3 4 10
by Palmarum- 2 followers
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2008 IPS Biennial - Costa Rica Prologue After my first biennial in the Dominican Republic two years ago, I thought to how I could out-do myself in regards to photography on this biennial in Costa Rica. I figured right off that I would simply take more photos, which I did (by a lot). In the DR, I finished with 1271 photos after editing. It was a record for me at that time for a single event, however short lived. In Costa Rica, my camera never saw rest, as many of you know. As the addiction is total, I saw the possibility for a good shot fairly often and went for it whenever I could. The shutter began clicking from the point I got to the Ft. Lauderdale airport to when t…
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Costa Rica - native palms
by mike in kurtistown- 1 follower
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Starting this topic takes a little guts - because some of my pics are not the best. I invite others to post better pics of these species (they might even end up in my library). Andrew Henderson was with our group a couple of days, and helped with identification. Here's Astrogyne martiana and a closeup of a new, developing multi-branched inflorescence: I thought I had a good photo of a large Astrocaryum alatum, but my camera must have malfunctioned. Here is a juvenile: MM
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IPS Pretour Maui!
by Cindy Adair- 1 follower
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My adventure started as I left my house in PR en route to pick up my neighbor and head to the commuter flight in Puerto Rico to connect with the San Juan airport. Just some giant bamboo toppled by hurricane Fiona that happened to fall during the night. I am pretty quick with my sawzall and by headlights I cleared the path pretty quickly. Glad I had recharged the Ryobi batteries with my little generator the night before! All our flights were on time and we were treated to an amazing pre pre tour dinner by hosts Andy and Arlene Hurwitz near the LA airport. See the group photo in the most current IPS newsletter. Many of us opted t…
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Aloha! The IPS 2022 Biennial travels to Hawaii beginning with the pre-trip today, October 6 on Maui, followed by the main event beginning in Honolulu/Waikiki Sunday October 9th. After a visit to the extensive Ho'omaluhia Gardens on Tuesday, October 11, guests will be welcomed to Hilo on Hawaii Island (Big Island) for more exciting adventures through Saturday, October 15th. You are invited to share your experiences and photos in this thread for all to enjoy. Mahalo!
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Save the date! May 23 – May 30, 2020. Join the IPS and come to La Réunion to see palms on our 2020 Biennial! You don’t want to miss this trip! ---------------------------- Hyophorbe indica in habitat. Photo by Olivier Reilhes.
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2008 biannual itinerary
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Besides a few comments tacked onto posts on here, why is there no information about any upcoming IPS biennials ?
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Wanted to start planning!
by BamaPalmer- 2 followers
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Just so I can better prepare financially and commence packing my duffel bag (and I apologise if this has been discussed before and everyone else knows!) where will the two next IPS Biennials be located? Now that I'll be retired beginning in 2021 (and hopefully for a bunch of years thereafter before the "reaper" calls me home!!) I DO want to get out of the USA, for at least one of these wonderful events, that I've only read about and dreamed of!! I couldn't even imagine the majesty in the sightings of some of my favourite palm species (at home!!) Wow! Thanks for the information too. I would be in absolute awe to get even ONE chance this lifetime to see palms in their …
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Flowers in Costa Rica 1 2
by Kathryn- 48 replies
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Here are some pictures of flowers that I took along the way. Some will be familiar and others might be new to you.
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Madagascar Tour - Pre or Post Biennial May 2020
by SW_FL_Palms- 5 replies
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IPS has posted it's pre & post tours. Unfortunately, the do not go to areas where you can see the Spiny Forest, Succulents, Baobabs. Of course, it is the palm society so they are focused on palms. Is there anyone out there that would like to join us on Madagascar tour that would take us to see the iconic plants that I listed above ? A tour company will customize. and provide a quote So let me know if you are interested, and preference for either before or after the biennial in Reunion.
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IPS Biennial 2020
by Tracy S- 1 follower
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I understand the 2020 IPS Biennial will be held in Reunion Island. Do we have firm dates yet? When will the travel details be available?
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Saying it with pictures... .. . Hyphaenae sp....... Pseudophoenix vinifera .
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Postcards from Colombia
by Kim- 2 followers
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Hello from Cali, Colombia. It is the evening of the Farewell Dinner, but I will take a few minutes to post some pics from the adventure. Bo (bgl) and I spent a few days in Bogotá in advance of the Biennial. We visited the Jardín Botanico de Bogotá and also went up the teleférico to the top of Montserrate to take in views of the city. The elevation of the city is 8,675 ft. (2,644 m.) and the top of the hill is 10,341 ft. (3,152 m.), a good way to acclimate for hiking at lower levels to see Ceroxylon.
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colombia
by OB Burt- 23 replies
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Has the date been set for the 2018 biennial? I've heard May or June, I would like to know the exact time frame as there is a competing wine trip at about the same time
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Palms of the Miami biennial in 150 photos 1 2
by elHoagie- 1 follower
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I've finally sorted through my photos from the biennial, which I'll now post in more or less chronological order. I have IDs for almost everything, bug please correct any mistakes you see. Our first stop was Highland Hammock State Park, which contains an amazing old growth forest. The mid day light was brutal for photos, but here's a couple (mainly with Sabal palmetto in them).
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Entrance Singapore Botanic Gardens
by Peter Timmermans- 6 replies
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This is one of the entrances of Singapore Botanic Gardens. Stunning landscaping with palms!
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Biennial 2016 Coco de Mer
by Peter Timmermans- 1 reply
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Still sorting out my 8000+ photos of the 2016 Biennial and Post-Biennial. Both trips were a perfect mix of cultivated palms and palms in habitat. I had a great time, so a big thank you to everyone who organised and attended the trips! One of the higlights was of course the iconic Double Coconut with leaves up to 10 m2 growing in the botanic gardens of Singapore and Darwin. An amazing palm considering the poor conditions in which it grows in the Seychelles.
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Costa Rican Collected Seeds 1 2
by RainForestt Robert- 1 follower
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As a member of bus 4 which collected it's fair share of seeds, I am happy to report that my Costa Rican seeds feel right at home in Trinidad and have all been making their valiant efforts to take their rightful places in my rainforest. Areca vestiara, Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus, Geonoma sp., Welfia and others. Cyrtostachys are plump and have been striking. I will be pleased to remember Costa Rica for many years by saying "Oh, I collected those seeds at the IPS biennial in Costa Rica". Pictures will obviously follow as the seedlings grow, and not only for identification assistance......
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2016 biennial 1 2
by OB Burt- 2 followers
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Are the dates set for the 2016 biennial?
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Which Biennial was your favorite and why?
by Brad Mondel- 2 followers
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Hello everyone! I'm conducting a survey in order to create an article for the IPS newsletter to help promote the IPS Biennial. It would be greatly appreciated if you could answer some of the following questions by responding to this thread or by private message. 1. Which Biennial was your favorite and why? 2. What made going to the Biennial special? 3. What was the most fond memory you have made while attending a Biennial? 4. What valuable information have you learned by going to the Biennials? 5. Do you plan to attend the Sarawak Malaysia/Singapore Biennial in 2016? 6. What incentives does the Biennial have to offer someone who has never been? We would love to hear…
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Thank you from a Biennial "Newbie"
by palmhort- 3 replies
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I just wanted to thank everyone for a great first Biennial! For years I have read about the Biennials but wasn't able to attend either from lack of time or funds. It was great to finally meet people whose names I have come across repeatedly. I also was amazed at how warm, friendly, helpfull and down-to-earth everyone was. From introducing me to others, to answering questions, everyone was amazing! I would like to thank everyone who organized the Biennial. I'm sure it was an extremely difficult and complicated venture but overall, it seemed flawless. The accomodations were very comfortable, the food delicious and the gardens simply out of this world!! Kim Cyr, tha…
