Tree ID

Trees are vital. As the biggest plants on the planet, they give us oxygen, store carbon, stabilize the soil and give life to the world’s wildlife. They also provide us with the materials for tools and shelter.

Are you looking to broaden your knowledge of New England tree identification? Is your knowledge limited to the leaves of trees? As the trees around us lose their leaves we must depend on bark, buds, and the formation of trees. This course will focus on the recognition of these important identifying features. Join us for a closer look at the trees that make our forests great.

Register HERE.

Who should take this course:

• Budding naturalists and environmental stewards (pun intended)

• Outdoor recreationalists (hikers, snowshoers, cross-country skiers)

• Primitive skills and wilderness survival enthusiasts

• Wilderness medicine & search and rescue members

Prerequisites:

None. No previous experience required.

What you should expect:

• A walk in the woods.

• An in-depth look at a specific tree species and its ecological environment. EACH CLASS IS DIFFERENT!

• Learn about bark, buds, identification features, and how trees communicate with others.

• Learn about their identifying features and their connection to their ecological communities.

• Learn about how to identify landscape features (elevation, soil moisture content, and slope).

• Learn how landscape influences which trees grow where.

• A collaborative environment for expanding your knowledge of local ecology.

What you should bring:

• Dress weather appropriate.

• Students should come prepared to be outside throughout the duration of the course.

• Come prepared to be on your feet for most of course and be able to walk upwards of two miles on nature trails.

• Food and water you expect to need.

• Notepad and pen/pencil, as desired.