Identifying Trees

[shaman]

I find I've misplaced my leaf key from High School Biology.  However, I found this on line. It'll probably do as well .


Leaf Key


What I would recommend is to go and collect samples sometime before Fall, press them in newspaper and then spend some time identifying everything.  It really helps to get a feel for what you have. It sounds daunting, but with that leaf key, you should be able to get through your samples in an afternoon.

I also have this:



It's a little turgid, and sometimes you find yourself trying to remember  ovoid vs. ovate vs obovate, and your brain freezes up, but it's really fun.  I did this with #1 and #2 sons when their schools asked for a leaf collection.  I'm still waiting for #3 to need his-- still have my leaf press.

[shaman]

Here's another link that looks quite useful:

http://ohioline.osu.edu/b899/pdf/b899.pdf

[Everyday Hunter]

ORIGINAL: stumpsitter66

This is the best. They have versions for every region in the country. Hope it helps you out!

Yep, that's a good one. I think I have the same book, but it's the Ontario version. I have several tree field guides, and any of them are worth having if the price is right.

I remember when I was a kid I was real impressed that my grandfather could identify a tree by the bark. All bark looked the same to me then.

Steve

[JOEL]

ORIGINAL: Everyday Hunter

ORIGINAL: stumpsitter66

This is the best. They have versions for every region in the country. Hope it helps you out!

Yep, that's a good one. I think I have the same book, but it's the Ontario version. I have several tree field guides, and any of them are worth having if the price is right.

I remember when I was a kid I was real impressed that my grandfather could identify a tree by the bark. All bark looked the same to me then.

Steve

I third this motion and its small enough to carry in your day pack