Community Naturalist Seminar: Winter Dendrology - Identifying Trees without the Leaves

Guest Lecturer: Rob Paratley

Even without leaves, trees have stories to tell. In this seminar, you’ll learn how to recognize trees in their winter condition by examining bark, lingering fruits, and other features. The focus will be on the art of reading twigs and buds. These tiny details can often reveal a tree’s identity. Together, we’ll explore through slides, hands-on twig samples, and, weather permitting, a walk among the Arboretum’s own trees to practice our new skills in the field.

This event is free, but registration is appreciated and space is limited. To sign up, email us at arboretum@uky.edu or call us at 859-257-6955.

This event is part of our Community Naturalist Seminars.