How do you identify a tree if it has no leaves? The Kennebec Estuary Land Trust (KELT) invites the public to learn how to identify trees in winter on Sunday, March 10 at 1 p.m. at Butler Head Preserve in Bath. Led by Stewardship Coordinator Cheri Brunault, participants will uncover clues to name the trees of the forest, even if they are not wearing their distinctive foliage. This program is great for budding naturalists or landowners looking to strengthen their knowledge of local tree species, as well as anyone looking for a thoughtful walk in the woods.

Brunault will share how to identify a variety of tree and shrub species that grow in Butler Head Preserve using twigs, branch structure, and bark. This preserve is managed by the Bath Community Forestry Committee and under conservation easement by KELT.

This event is free and open to public and co-sponsored by the Bath Community Forestry Committee. Registration is required due to the limited class size. Please contact KELT at 207-442-8400 or sign-up online at www.kennebecestuary.org/upcoming-events/winter-tree-id-2019. This is a light rain or shine event and the workshop content is targeted for adults and children 10 years old and older. In the case of severe weather, participants will be notified and the event will be rescheduled.

To get to Butler Head Preserve: From Bath, follow Oak Grove Ave. north and continue as it becomes Whiskeag Rd. Turn right on North Bath Road and travel north until you reach Varney Mill Road. Turn right and continue north until you see Butler Cove Road on the left and the sign for Butler Head Preserve. Turn left and follow the road to the second parking area.