AT:24-221 Basics of Using a Dichotomous Key for Plant Identification, Medina,

Event Title: Basics of Using a Dichotomous Key for Plant Identification, Medina

VMS-AT: AT: Hill Country Chapter Other Approved Training (Enter AT#, Class Title as posted, Location, and Presenter)

Comments: AT:24-221 Basics of Using a Dichotomous Key for Plant Identification, Medina, Presenter:
Kim Ort (AT=3h)

Event Date: May 18, 2024
Event Time: 9:00a-12:00n

Event Summary: Learn how to use a dichotomous key for plant identification

Event Description:

Learn by example. Kim Ort, botany expert and Master Naturalist will show us the process of identifying plants using a dichotomous key. After watching her identify a one plant, then another and another…., we will jump in and try our hand at ID’ing plants on our own. With enough practice, the process should come easy. As for the many, many botany terms. It’s like (it is) learning a new language. Start small and keep building from there. We will be walking and identifying ID plants along the relatively flat but scenic 1.3 mi Loop Trail at the Love Creek Preserve in Medina. PS. Black-Capped vireos, Golden-Cheeks and other cool birds will be our bonus finds.

Suggested : Dress appropriately for hiking, bring sun block, insect spray, binoculars/camera, notebook, cell phone with SEEK to confirm ID’s, drink, snacks or even a lunch of you wish to picnic on the preserve.

Cell Service is unreliable, so only contact is by email.

Cost: Free

Register @: Participation is by RSVP only.
Please email [email protected] to reserve your space and receive directions to the preserve.

Event Location: Love Creek Preserve
directions provided upon reservation

Presenter: Kim Ort, Tx. Master Naturalist

Contact Information: [email protected]

Organization Website: The Nature Conservancy

Sponsoring Organization: The Nature Conservancy – Love Creek