Identifying Trees of Maine: Leaf ID

​There are so many trees in the forest but how do you tell them apart? Join District Foresters Julie Davenport and Shane Duigan to demystify the science of identifying trees by their leaves.We'll take a walk together and learn to identify trees in the Summer and Fall. Leaf identification is much easier than other types of identification and can be a gratifying first step to IDing plants! It also can be a great refresher and help you deepen your knowledge of our native trees in Maine. This class will include in-field identification, key identifying features of common species, and plenty of time to ask your local foresters all the questions you have! This class will leave you feeling confident to go into your own backyards and favorite walking trails and identify trees yourself!

If you have trees in your own backyard that youd like help identifying feel free to bring in good samples (a large twig with multiple healthy leaves) and a photo of the whole tree.Ticket price includes a pocket guide and additional resources to take home with you. We'll have some light trail snacks available to munch on. Any group constitutes a family! Feel free to sign up with friends for a discount!

Host or Publisher Androscoggin Valley SWCD