Where
Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center400 Garden Road
Chattanooga, TN 37419
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Summer Tree Identification
-This is an elective course and provides 4 hours toward the completion of the Certificate in Native Plants program.
This class will focus on identifying tree species based on forest ecology and taxonomy. In other words, we'll connect tree species to preferred site conditions, and differentiate closely-related (and distantly-related) lookalike species. We'll cover at least 45 species representing 30 genera and 20 families, however, the focus will be on learning ID skills rather than mastery of each tree.
We will alternate between the classroom and hiking on the property. The indoor portions will require a mask as we transition back to in-person events. Hiking shoes, water, snacks, notepads are recommended.
Instructor: Peter Stewart, City Forester, City of Chattanooga Public Works.
Registration Policy: As with all Certificate in Native Plants classes, class size is limited. To give everyone the best opportunity to participate, there is a non-refundable cancellation fee of $10, with the balance refunded if you cancel at least 7 calendar days before the class will be held. The last day to register is the Wednesday before the class. If the class is cancelled by the instructor or the CNP program, registrants will get a full refund.