Forest in Bloom: Identifying, Collecting, and Pressing Flowers from Trees
May 11 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Join The Connecticut State Museum of Natural History and Dr. Sarah Taylor, Collection Manager for the George Safford Torrey Herbarium at UConn, on a spring hike to identify and collect specimens from blooming trees!
Dr. Taylor will discuss best practices for collecting and preserving tree flowers and will demonstrate how to press what you collect to make good scientific specimens. Flowering plants pressed during the hike will be added to the George Safford Torrey Herbarium’s collection.
This hike may be challenging for some and will include hilly areas and forays off trail to look for flowering trees. Sturdy footwear and long pants are recommended.
If you require an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the CSMNH at 860-486-4460 or CSMNHinfo@uconn.edu by Monday May 6, 2024.
*** Space for this event is limited and registration is required! ***
Cost: $10 for Museum Members, $15 for non-Members
Visit https://csmnh.uconn.edu/programs/ for more information and to register.
