Beginners' Guide to Tree ID Course

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Have you always wanted to grow your confidence in tree identification? Join RHS Garden Bridgewater Arborists Greg & Erik for the beginners’ guide to tree ID course.

This course is for beginners’ to tree identification, those who want to build confidence in their tree ID, or individuals looking to learn a some additional details from the RHS team and meet like minded nature enthusiasts.

The course will focus on the identification of native trees and some of the most commonly planted exotics in the UK. Our tree experts will guide you to ID trees through recognition of their leaves, bark and growth patterns at different stages in their lifecycle. Although this workshop is in Spring, the arborist team will give detail on changes expected in different species through seasons.
 
The course will begin in the Learning Studios providing some of the theory behind tree identification, followed by time exploring the RHS Garden Bridgewater woodland looking at different tree specimens, and putting theory into practice!
Tutors: 
Greg Douglas-Thorne has a background rooted in Arboricultural consultancy working for private and commercial clients, later migrating in to an Arboriculturist role within the RHS. With a keen interest in urban forest management and a passion for advocating for the positive benefits offered by trees on environmental, social and economic levels

Erik Brady - is an arboriculturist at RHS Bridgewater, with a professional background in traditional English woodland management. He has a strong interest in native ecology and climate-resilient planting, and is dedicated to increasing public understanding of tree identification and woodland stewardship
Location and Arrival Information: The workshop will begin in the Learning Studios, situated within the Welcome Building

Catering: Please bring along a water bottle - refreshments are not provided on this workshop

For this workshop you will need:
To wear comfortable footwear suitable for strolling off the main pathways
To bring a notebook and pencil for capturing the details of the course, and
To carry a camera to photograph the glorious trees of Bridgewater and their identifying feature

Skill Level: Beginner - I am keen to learn and to develop my experience and confidence