On the Acadia University campus, the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens gather the main habitats of the Acadian forest in a compact, walkable setting. The paths are short, but the mix of woodland, native plants, and greenhouse space makes it a good low-key stop between the town centre and the university.
It is especially useful if you have been driving through the valley and want a clearer sense of the local ecology, not just another pretty campus garden.