Walk with a Botanist: Winter Plant ID - Persimmon Ridge, TN

Name: Walk with a Botanist: Winter Plant ID - Persimmon Ridge, TN
Start: 2025-03-01T09:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-03-01T11:30:00-05:00
Location: Persimmon Ridge Park

Schedule

Sat Mar 01 2025 at 09:30 am to 11:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Persimmon Ridge Park | Jonesborough, TN

Walk with a Botanist: Winter Plant ID, Persimmon Ridge Park, Jonesborough, TN.
Take a leisurely stroll with botanist Dr. Steven Price and learn how to identify trees species in the winter as well as winter/early spring plants that are just starting to emerge. Dr. Price will also touch on the history, geology, and ecology of the area. Persimmon Ridge Park is Jonesborough’s flagship green space featuring over 130 acres of hiking trails. The walk will be 1-2 miles long over mostly flat to rolling terrain. Difficulty is easy to mildly moderate. Bring sturdy footwear and clothing suitable for the conditions. We will meet at Persimmon Ridge main trailhead past the Wetlands Water Park.
Registration is required and spots are limited so book early to secure your place. These walks are very popular and often have a waiting list so please notify us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend so that someone else may participate. For more information and to register, go to https://www.nolilearn.org/activity/walk-with-a-botanist--free.
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About Dr. Steven Price:
Steven C. Price has a bachelor's degree in Botany (1972), a Master's in Biology with an emphasis in plant genetics (1975), and a doctorate degree in plant genetics (1980). He has held positions at Standard Oil Company, Iowa State University, University of Wisconsin, and Oklahoma State University as well as various consultancies around the world, including The University of Tennessee. Steve holds eleven Plant Variety Certificates and one patent. In addition, he has published over 40 papers, book chapters, and books on topics ranging from basic plant genetics to technology transfer and research policy. He and his wife are active photographers and have exhibited at art shows and galleries around the country. Steve is currently writing a book on wildflowers of the Rocky Mountains in his spare time.
Testimonial:
"A vast wealth of interesting information Steve shared in such an entertaining way! What a pleasure to learn while using all our senses! Spectacular! 5 stars! Thanks for all your time, efforts and kindness!"