Do you need a refresher on how to identify the trees in your woods? Join Maine Woodland Owners during their third annual Tree ID Day event on Saturday, June 6 for a terrific opportunity to hear about the tricks and techniques to learn your trees.
Experienced forestry professionals will be on hand to lead groups and show how it’s done. Held at multiple locations throughout the state, this is an opportunity for members of the public — and especially those who own and spend time in the woods — to become proficient in using leaves, buds, and bark to recognize different tree species. Each event is free and designed for all-ages and all walking abilities.
Tree ID Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the following locations: Clifford Woods in Farmington; Beauregard Family Woodland in Old Town; Brann Memorial Forest in Somerville; Ferry Beach State Park in Saco; Ravens’ Woods in Sumner; Wiesendanger Wildlife Protection Area in Winthrop; and Coleman Mixed Woods in Lamoine. There will be a Lady’s Slipper Tour during the event at Beauregard Family Woodland where participants can see an assortment of this beautiful, rare plant resembling a woman’s shoe.
Established in 1975, Maine Woodland Owners is a non-profit organization that promotes stewardship of Maine’s small woodland resources by supporting good forest management and advocating for Maine’s small woodland owners. For more information and to register for a Tree ID Day event, visit www.mainewoodlandowners.org/tree-id-day or contact Jenn Hicks, director of communications and outreach, at [email protected] or 207-626-0005.
