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Winter Tree Identification Workshop: Botany and Bloom Series
Where
Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Ln., Delaplane, VA 20144.
Historic Area
When
Nov. 11, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Even after the chilly breezes of autumn have stripped them of their leaves, trees provide clues to their identification by way of their bark, leaf scars, and other individual characteristics. Explore Sky Meadows' diverse forests and find the key characteristics that will provide you the skills to identify any tree, even in the winter months.
The program begins outside the park's Log Cabin, with an informative introductory presentation on tree anatomy, symbiotic and parasitic relationships among trees, tips and tricks to winter tree identification, and more. Then, test your new winter tree identification skills on an approximate 2-mile guided hike along the park's wooded trails. Bring water and lunch to eat along the trail, dress in layers, and wear sturdy shoes.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-592-3556
Email Address: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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