Passion For Persimmons

An immersive, hands-on experience learning..*

Saturday, October 24th

7:00 – 9:00 pm : Program Kickoff & Orientation – Appalachian Forest Museum

• Welcome and introductions

• Overview of the course objectives and what you'll gain

• Introduction to winter tree ID techniques:

  • bark characteristics

  • twig structure and buds

  • fruits and nut remnants

  • silhouettes, color, and texture from a distance

• Understanding habitat clues: learning to associate tree species with landscape types

• Field site overview:

  • Friday: Upland forest ecosystems – Round Top

  • Saturday: Riparian corridors – Pond Creek and Scioto River Bottoms at Tremper Mound

  • Sunday: Successional forest and arboretum learning – Ridgeview Farm

• Lighthearted “pre-test” to spark curiosity and assess your starting knowledge

9:00 am – 12:00 pm : Field Study: Upland Trees at Round Top

• Exploration of ridge and upper slope forests

• Learn to identify key upland species using:

  • bark rubbings

  • twig examination

  • fruit and nut clues

• Discuss ecological associations and dominant species in upland terrain

12:00 am – 1:15 pm : Lunch Break

• Continue exploration of upland habitats with new species and deeper observation

• Apply identification tools in the field, reinforcing morning learning

Depart for home