Learn to identify trees in this single-session class at The Morton Arboretum. Get to know the identifying characteristics of common Illinois trees found in local preserves or in your neighborhood. In this class, you will learn to identify a tree by:
- Recognizing characteristics such as leaves, bark, branches, flowers, and fruit
- Using tree identification keys and field guides
- Practicing observation skills to see your natural surroundings in a new way
Tree identification is a useful skill and knowing how to identify a tree builds a deeper connection to nature. Although this tree ID course includes examples of common trees in Illinois and the Midwest, the basic concepts you will learn can be applied to identifying trees in any region.
This program meets in person at the Arboretum. If you’d like to learn from home, please check out the self-paced online course, Basic Tree ID (on demand).
Instructors: Education program guides, The Morton Arboretum
Age: 16 and older
Course number: N142-A
