Tree Identification and Forest Community Awareness
In two evening sessions participants will learn to see the trees and the forest. You will learn to identify fifty different trees and shrubs of Ontario, as well as practical ways to differentiate between species. You will be also introduced to forest communities and families.
Other concepts to be discussed include:
- The Skin of the Earth - the world of Green
- Layers of Green and the major classification systems of forest communities
- Native/invasive and exotic species
- The identification of wildflowers, annuals, biennials, perenniels, herbaceous species
- Conservation, Restoration, Preservation and Naturalization
- Endangered Species/Species At Risk
- Practical Stewardship
The class is comprised of field activities and workshop lectures.
When: July 28(tues) and 29(wed), 2009. 6 pm-10 pm
Where: Sticks and Stones Workshop- Caledon, ON
Cost: $79 (includes instruction and all course materials)
To register and reserve your space click here. Please be sure to register at least one week before class date.
Please send check or money order, payable to Sticks and Stones Wilderness School, after sending your online registration. You will be sent a confirmation package via email unless otherwise noted. It will contain a list of what to bring and travel directions. Please notify us of any changes and inform us that Payment has been sent via email, Thank You.
For further details or questions we can be reached via email at sswsinfo@gmail.com or by phone at 519-216-6842