Elm Tree Identification Workshop in Central Park – 2 hrs (6 - 8pm)

W. 77th Street and Central Park West,New York NY 10024

28 June, 2022

Description

To learn more about The Dendro Lab and to see our full schedule, please visit: http://dendrolab.nyc In this walk you will learn to identify every species of northeastern elm among the most impressive surviving collection of American elm trees. In addition to five elms, you'll learn five other trees one might commonly confused with elm. Seeing their leaves side-by-side is the best way to recognize and remember their nuanced distinctions. Please note: Meeting spot is across the street from the American Museum of Natural History at the bronze bust of Alexander Von Humboldt at CPW and West 77th Street. This entrance to the park is aptly called "Naturalists' Gate." About your guide: Carey is a professional photographer and filmmaker whose first love is natural history. His qualifications and memberships include: Masters of Science, ForestryCertified Interpretive Guide (NAI)Licensed Outdoor Guide (NYS)Wilderness First ResponderMaster Naturalist, Hudson River BasinLeave No Trace - Community PartnerNorth American Assoc. for Environmental EducationThe Linnaean Society of New York