You may think it’s impossible to identify tree species in the wintertime. After all, the leaves are gone!
The truth is, trees actually retain vital information in the structures that stay all year, their woody twigs. And with that, Reflection Riding has just launched a new Winter Tree Identification Guide in their mobile guide on the Bloomberg Connects app.
This self-guided module shows you how to spot the key botanical features that distinguish one species from another. It is the perfect companion for a winter hike on campus.
Two short videos introduce the process and highlight common trees you will encounter on their trails. Then, you will put your new skills into practice with several featured species:
- American Beech, (Fagus grandifolia)
- Boxelder Maple, (Acer negundo)
- Shagbark Hickory, (Carya ovata)
- Water Oak, (Quercus nigra)
- American Sweetgum, (Liquidambar styraciflua)
- Tulip Poplar, (Liriodendron tulipifera)
- River Birch, (Betula nigra)
Bundle up, head out for a hike, and explore Reflection Riding in a new way this winter. Open the Bloomberg Connects app to access their mobile guide and start identifying trees along the trail…