Captain Richard Steele was a founding member of our Atlantic Rhododendron and Horticultural Society as well as a mentor and a friend.

Although he passed away March 14th 2010 his impact and influence on horticulture will remain with us forever.

Captain Steel Endowment fund 

Why NSAC and what is the Endowment?

Nova Scotia Agricultural College believes one person can make a difference in the world.

Our innovative, problem solving research and hands-on practical education programs are addressing the leading issues facing agriculture and contributes greatly to our ability to support healthy, sustainable communities.

To celebrate Cpt. Steel’s work as one of the great horticulturist of his generation, this fellowship will be awarded to a graduating student for post graduate study and research.

The emphasis of the fellowship will be placed on developing an advanced level of appreciation for horticulture.

Walter Ostrom is a long time friend and the driving force behind this iniative. For more information please contact Walter Ostrom at email wostrom@hotmail.com

Ashley Shepard in NSAC,s Development & External Relations Office can also be contacted by email: ashepard@nsac.ca  or phone: 902-893-6702

There are two methods availavble to donate to this endowment.

1  Visit the NSAC's donation website  http://nsac.ca/donate/ There is a section on the page were the donors are able to indicate their donation is for the "Captain Steele Endowment Fund". 

2 Download the endowment form at this link Captain Steel Endowment fund

Captain Steel Tribute page

There have been many words and stories honoring our friend.

If you have memories, stories, or photos of Captain  Steele to share, please send them to atlanticrhodo@gmail.com

Here is a link to the tribute page for Captain Richard M. Steele 

Pine Grove Park Dedication 

in memory of Cpt Steele

In June 2010, amid the spring profusion of bloom and among many of his friends in the Atlantic Rhododendron and Horticulture Society, Bowater Mersey dedicated Pine Grove Park in Captain Steele's memory. 

Here are  some photos of the event and some pictures of pine grove park. 

Photos by B Pettipas unless otherwise noted

The Rhododendrons of Captain Steele

We are working on compiling a list of Captain Richard Steele's rhododendron hybrids and selections. We can share this as a partial list until the final list is completed.

Here a link listing those plants