Introducing Common Trees

Event lead: James Common

Event length: 1 session, Thursday 15 May, 10.00 am - 12.30 pm

Event structure: Informal walk with discussion

Meet at: Outside the Canny Goat Cafe, Heaton, NZ 27581 65918, groom.quench.crew

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Event cost: Free to all

About this Event

Trees are the cornerstones of our urban greenspaces, just as they are in our wild habitats. Believe it or not, our cities are home to a surprising range of trees from all over the world growing side by side and forming our diverse and beautiful urban canopy.

Perfect for beginners, in this session, we'll take a close look at the common trees you're likely to encounter in urban areas across the North East, and perhaps a few unusual species too. We'll put our ID skills to the test recognising familiar species and learning to separate several trees which look a little alike to the untrained eye.

Whether you are a budding botanist or simply someone who 'quite likes trees', all are welcome.

Questions (and identification queries) are welcome at any time by emailing james.common@newcastle.ac.uk.

Please read the terms and conditions for NHSN Education Courses and paid events before booking.

Recommended equipment:

Sturdy shoes

Accessibility:

Crossing grassy and slightly uneven areas will be required from time to time.

About the event lead:

James works as Senior Naturalist at NHSN. Outside of work, he is a passionate wildlife recorder with a focus on botany and invertebrates. As a botanist, he is a joint BSBI Vice-County Recorder for North Northumberland and an iRecord verifier for South Northumberland. Away from plants, he is an enthusiastic recorder of insects, especially ladybirds.