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Tree Ring Science with Joe Buck

  • Wesselman Woods 551 North Boeke Road Evansville United States (map)

Dendrochronology (Tree Ring Science) Workshop

with Joe Buck, Owner of Cross Timbers Dendro

Description: Ever wanted to know how old your tree is? Join our dendrochronology workshop and learn how to core and age your trees in your own backyard! Participants will learn the history and importance of dendrochronology, how to physically core a tree, how to mount and sand a core specimen, and view samples under a microscope.

Date/Time: Saturday, July 30 from 9 AM – noon | Class Cap: 25

Cost: Each session costs $40 for non-members or $20 for members and individuals who have completed IMN.

 For questions, contact WW Director of Natural Resources and Research, Cindy Cifuentes, at cindy@wesselmanwoods.org or 812-479-0771.

Additional 2022 Courses

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    Monday, September 12 from 6 - 9 PM

  • Fungi Hike with Dr. Jim Brenneman, University of Evansville Professor Emeritus
    Saturday, September 17 from 9 AM - Noon

  • Interpretation Workshop with Susan Fowler
    Monday, September 19 from 6 - 9 PM

  • Environmental Chemistry with Dr. Marilyn Hurst
    Monday, September 26 from 6 - 9 PM

Earlier Event: July 25
Camp Creepy
Later Event: August 27
Weed Wrangle