January 24, 2012

 

 

Winter Tree Identification Hike at Backus

Saturday, February 18, 1:00 pm

 

You might find it easy to identify trees in the summer – just look at the leaves.  But what do you do in winter when the leaves are gone?

 

On Saturday, February 18, join the Long Point Region Conservation Authority and Norfolk Field Naturalists for an afternoon outing to help you identify trees in winter.

 

The Winter Tree Identification program starts at 1:00 pm inside the Conservation Education Centre. Here you will learn tips to identify a variety of trees by the three B’s: buds, branches and bark. 

 

Then it’s outside to put your identification skills to the test.   Participants will enjoy a scenic, informative nature hike through the conservation area’s trails with Backus Heritage Conservation Area Director Nick De Serranno and Dolf Wynia from the Norfolk Field Naturalists.

 

Dress for the weather as the nature walk is approximately 90 minutes in length.  Admission to Winter Tree Identification special event is by donation.

 

Contact either Nick DeSerranno at 519-586-2201 or Dolf Wynia at 519-875-3350 for more information. Backus Heritage Conservation Area is located 2km north of Port Rowan.

 

Check the LPRCA website at www.lprca.on.ca for a complete listing of events taking place at Backus Heritage Conservation Area in 2012.