Winter Wetland Tree Identification Training

Winter Wetland Trees | On-demand

 

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$499.00

Course Includes
8 Professional Development Hours
Online
On-demand
Certificate of Training

This workshop will present the tips, tricks, and techniques for identifying a tree’s species, by bud, twig, bark, pith and bundle scars. We will examine some of the more common wetland trees found east of the Rockies. Using real winter samples collected in the field we will get you ready for this winter’s wetland delineations.

Product Description

Unveil the secrets of winter wetland tree identification with our on-demand online short course designed to transform how you recognize and classify wetland trees during the dormant season. This specialized training is tailored for environmental professionals, forestry personnel, wetland biologists, land surveyors, and nature enthusiasts who want to extend their botanical expertise to the challenging winter months.

Course Description:

Winter can transform the landscape into a skeletal version of its summer abundance, making tree identification a true skill. Our Winter Wetland Tree Identification Training equips you with the knowledge to confidently identify trees without the aid of leaves or flowers. This on-demand course is structured to provide the flexibility needed to learn at your own pace while offering the detailed instruction required to master winter tree identification in wetland areas.

Key Features:

  • Winter Tree Identification: Learn the subtle art of identifying tree species by studying bark patterns, twig and bud structures, leaf scars, and other distinctive winter traits.
  • Wetland Focus: Understand how to apply these identification skills specifically to wetland environments, where many trees have unique adaptations.
  • Photographic Guides: Utilize high-resolution photos and detailed descriptions that highlight key identification markers for a variety of tree species.
  • On-Demand Flexibility: Access the course anytime, anywhere, making it simple to fit into even the busiest of schedules.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Recognize Winter Trees: Gain the ability to recognize and identify common and rare wetland tree species during the off-season.
  • Understand Dormant Characteristics: Develop an eye for dormant-season characteristics that distinguish one tree from another.
  • Practical Application: Apply your learning through interactive, virtual field exercises that simulate real-world identification challenges.
  • Enhance Field Skills: Improve your field observation skills to enhance wetland assessments, environmental impact studies, and personal knowledge.

Who This Course Is For:

This course is ideal for professionals who conduct winter fieldwork and require accurate tree identification skills. It’s also a fantastic resource for students of botany and ecology, as well as hobbyists who enjoy winter tree identification as a part of their nature activities.

Upon completing this course, participants will possess a greater appreciation for the complexities of winter wetland ecology and be prepared to identify tree species accurately, thereby enhancing their field capabilities and environmental assessments.

Register for our Winter Wetland Tree Identification Training today, and take the first step towards becoming a proficient winter botanist, ready to tackle the challenges of tree identification in any season.

Click here to view the syllabus.

In these sessions we will cover species from the following families:

Family Family
Aceraceae Juglandaceae
Anacardiaceae Lauraceae
Annonaceae Leguminosae
Aquifoliaceae Magnoliaceae
Betulaceae Moraceae
Bignoniaceae Oleaceae
Caprifoliaceae Pinaceae
Cornaceae Platanaceae
Cupressaceae Rosaceae
Ebenaceae Rutaceae
Ericaceae Salicaceae
Fagaceae Taxodiaceae
Ginkgoaceae Theaceae
Hamamelidaceae Tiliaceae
Hippocastanaceae Ulmaceae