Deciduous Plant ID

Approved POMN Advanced Training.

Log your hours to, “AT: Texas State Parks” with Palo Pinto Mountains State Park & Winter Woody Plant ID in the “Describe Your Training” box.

Winter Woody Plant ID: Examining leaves is a common practice for identifying trees and shrubs, but what about when deciduous plants lose those leaves in winter? Each species has its own unique growth habits, bark, twigs, buds and leaf scars that provide clues to solving the mystery. Join plant ecologist Suzanne Tuttle as she shows you the tricks of the trade for identifying deciduous woody plants after leaf drop.

The location for this event will be at Palo Pinto Mountains State Park. This event is always a popular learning opportunity and it is amazing how many species of trees and shrubs you will be able to identify in winter, following this training.

What: Winter Deciduous Wood Plant ID nature walk led by Suzanne Tuttle.

When: Saturday, January 18 at 10 am. Expect 2 to 3 hours duration.

(In case of inclement weather, the event will be postponed to January 25).

Where: Palo Pinto Mountains State Park.

From the City of Strawn, take FM 2372 west to the park at the end of the road (about 4 miles).

Wear: Cool/cold weather hiking apparel.

To sign up for the event (or if you have questions), please send an email to James.Shipp@tpwd.texas.gov. Please include in your email the names of anyone that you plan to bring with you to the event.

This event is limited to 30 attendees and will be open to all Texas Master Naturalists on a first come basis. So, if you are interested in attending you are encouraged to sign up early