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- Old Growth Mixed Hardwood Forests: a workshop on reading and interpreting forest development - Jan 29
Old Growth Mixed Hardwood Forests: a workshop on reading and interpreting forest development - Jan 29
Description: The forest that early inhabitants of the South knew were vastly different from today’s often dense, overgrown forests. But relics of antiquity can still be found if we have the trained eyes to see them. Join botanist John Michael Kelley and naturalist Matthew Herron on a treasure hunt to discover the remnants of our rich natural heritage as we hike one of Louisiana’s hidden gems. Learn to read the land for signs of the forest’s history, estimate age of trees and stands, and determine the ecological health of a mixed hardwood forest. The course is designed with land owners/managers, naturalists and conservationists in mind. This class does not go into tree identification as a skill set but rather focuses on recognizing pattern recognition in forest development. For those interested in gaining ID skills, consider taking our Winter Botany class.SPECIAL NOTES: the class includes up to 1 miles of hiking, a portion of which is on steep terrain and off-trail. Participants should be in good health and prepared for an adventure.
Location: Ville Platte, Louisiana. Details upon registration.
Date and time: January 29, 2022
Cost: $60, includes instruction, materials and hand outs; lunch provided at additional cost. If the cost of program is a limitation, please contact us work trade and other opportunities.
Age: Adult and mature/engaged youth