Mentor Marsh Guided Nature Hike: Winter Tree Identification

Join us on our monthly Sunday guided nature hike as we learn how to identify bare trees in winter.

As we walk the woods at the rim of the marsh, we’ll share tips and tricks to identify trees from their bark, buds, and overall shape. Starting with simple botanical terminology, we’ll look at field guides and dip into the use of dichotomous keys to look for characteristics that group similar trees together as steps toward a final identification. We may even look for nuts/seeds and leaves on the ground for more clues to help us learn about the trees in our diverse woods at the rim of the marsh.

Come join us to learn how to identify trees in winter. Identification materials will be provided for the hike.

Location

Carol H. Sweet Nature Center, Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve
5185 Corduroy Road, Mentor, OH 44060
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Tickets

Free; registration requested

Field Trip Intensity

Moderate (depending on weather); family-friendly

What to Bring

Bring binoculars, a hand lens, a camera, or any other tools for exploring. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear waterproof footwear for off-trail walking.

About Mentor Marsh Guided Nature Hikes

The Carol H. Sweet Nature Center is located at 5185 Corduroy Road in Mentor. From November through March, a naturalist will staff the Nature Center from 11am to 4pm on the first Sunday of the month. From April through October, the Nature Center will be staffed from noon to 5pm on Sundays.

Guided, family-friendly nature hikes are offered every Sunday at 2pm. Meet at the Nature Center unless otherwise indicated. Our programs are a go in all but severe weather, so please come prepared for the weather conditions. We recommend long pants and sturdy shoes, as some trails may be muddy.