Winter tree identification workshop returns to Spring Mill State Park

A two-part workshop on winter tree identification is scheduled for Feb. 12 and Feb. 14 at Spring Mill State Park. The ...
Mountain Xpress

Winter Buds & Bark Tree ID

Ever wondered how you can identify a tree without its leaves? All tree species have different patterns of bark and leaf/flower buds that can be used to identify them even in winter time. In this ...
House Digest on MSN

Bark Beetles: What Are They And How You Can Protect Your Tree

If you spot tiny holes and piles of sawdust on your tree, bark beetles could be the culprit. Unfortunately, the solution ...
The Star Press

Remember the three 'Bs' — branches, bark and buds — to identify trees in winter

A walk in the woods this time of year is different. It’s quiet and monochromatic. Other than the crunch of your shoes on frozen ground, there isn’t as much to see or hear as a forest in spring or ...
Northcountrypublicradio.org

Using buds to ID trees in winter (and surviving on sap)

Every year I teach several winter-tree identification classes. Even though they are always held outdoors no matter how cold it is, student evaluations indicate such classes are generally fun. Showing ...
The Virginian-Pilot

In Full Bloom: Take a look at trees now; they can show you a lot while dormant

Immature smooth alder catkins, or elongated flowers. Looking at buds can help identify trees in winter. Once you’ve familiarized yourself with staring at tree bark, you can begin to recognize the ...
KXLY

Bark beetles threaten Spokane pine trees: What homeowners need to know

After the city removed nearly 200 pine trees from public parks and golf courses due to bark beetle infestations, Spokane ...