The
traits typically used to describe trees—leaves, twigs, and buds—are often hard
to see or, in the case of leaves, absent more than half the year. Join Michael
for an exploration of bark, which is always visible, in any season. You will
learn about and practice using a system for identifying species by their bark,
and begin to discover why such a variety of bark characteristics exist. Michael
will also lead a series of field drawing exercises that will help you recognize
different bark traits. Our goal will be to enhance our sense of perception and
record our observations for further reference once we leave the field (with less
emphasis on producing a finished drawing).
MICHAEL WOJTECH is a writer, educator, photographer, and illustrator, who strives to
share the science and beauty of natural history in an accessible and compelling
fashion. One of his latest
projects is the book Bark: A Field Guide to Trees of the Northeast.
Location: Aton Forest
Headquarters - 270 North Colebrook Rd. Norfolk, CT 06058
Date: Saturday June 29,
2013
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Tuition: $30 - we accept
check by mail (PO Box 509 Norfolk, CT 06058) or card via PayPal, light lunch and refreshments provided.
Workshop
limited to 15 participants, registration
and payment required in advance.
For
more information/registration please contact us at (860)542-5125 or contact@atonforest.org
Note:
If a session is canceled by us for any reason, tuition payments will be
refunded in full, by mail. If a
registered participant cancels, tuition may or may not be refunded, at our
discretion, depending upon the final class size.
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