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Pines of Maryland: Evolution, Habitat, Threats and ID

When
07 Dec 2024
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
6908 Belair Rd, Natural History Society of MD
Spaces left
21

Registration

NHSM Member – $50.00
NHSM Non-Member – $75.00

How many pine tree species do you think grow wild in Maryland? According to the Maryland Biodiversity Program, the answer is 11. (Four are non-native.) These evergreen conifers may be one of the first trees one learns to identify as a child, but can you differentiate between a loblolly and a pitch pine? In this workshop taught by Fred Chalfant, Urban Forester for the City of Baltimore, you will take a deep dive into the fascinating natural history of pines.

Topics include:

The origins of pines, their evolution, and their relationships to other trees;
Specific Maryland pine forest habitats;
Identification of pines found in Maryland (native, naturalized, or planted);
Pine pests and diseases.

This could be the “pinecal” of your natural history education.

NOTE: CLass is certified for CEU’s through the International Society of Arboriculture

Payment and Cancellation Policy: Payment is due online at the time of registration. Cancellations made at least seven days in advance of the event will receive a refund minus a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made less than a week before the event will not receive a refund, though the registration may be transferred to a friend. Events with fees of $10 or less are not refundable unless canceled by NHSM

NHSM retains the right to update or change these requirements at any time.

The Natural History Society of Maryland is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and contributions are tax-deductible.

The mission of the Natural History Society of Maryland is to foster stewardship of Maryland’s natural heritage by conserving its natural history collections, educating its citizenry, and inspiring its youth to pursue careers in the natural sciences.