See the Trees and Sample the Forest!
June 13, 2026 1:00PM - 5:00PM
Registration Deadline: June 5, 2026 - 11:45PM
West Scio Preserve, 317 Dino Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Contact: Bindu Bhakta
Brush up on your tree identification skills and forest forensics with this forest sampling session at West Scio Preserve. Ecologists Jacqueline Courteau and Anna Cone will lead participants through a review of key woody plants (trees, shrubs, and vines) and point out how to look for clues to land use history. Then we’ll work in groups to learn basic forest plot sampling techniques to describe and monitor forest species composition and predict successional trajectories. Be prepared to encounter ticks and mosquitoes and to walk off trail (wear long pants and close-toed shoes). Bring a water bottle and snack if needed.
This event will take place rain or shine, so please plan to dress for the weather.
This event is sponsored by the Michigan Conservation Stewards Program and the Michigan Naturalist Program. This program is open to all. Participants need not be an alumni of either program in order to participate.
Registration is $5/participant. Register by Thursday, June 5th. Pre-registration is REQUIRED.
Please be sure the date and time of this workshop fits your schedule before registering. No refunds will be issued for this event.
Questions about this event? Contact Anna Cone (503-784-2227).
Do you have registration-related questions? Contact Bindu Bhakta (248-396-9777 or bhaktabi@msu.edu)
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