Leafless Tree Identification Series
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Collapse ▲Do you enjoy time spent in the winter woods, but find yourself stumped when the leaves are gone? Join Master Gardenersm Volunteers Carrie Blair and Bob Mertens for an immersive exploration of the Transylvania County area’s forests and green spaces. Following an Introductory Class on February 4th, this series of eleven field hikes will teach you how to read the “hidden” language of trees—identifying species through bark textures, branch patterns, buds, leaf scars, and seeds.
Meet Your Instructors
This program offers a rare opportunity to learn from two highly distinguished figures in the botanical community:
- Carrie Blair: A seasoned educator who has led hundreds of plant identification hikes, Carrie brings a wealth of leadership and field experience. She is a Master Gardener (NC and VA) and a VA Master Naturalist. Her extensive resume includes serving as Past President of the Piedmont Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society and as a docent for the State Arboretum of Virginia. She is an active member of several conservation organizations, including the NC Native Plant Society, MountainTrue, Conserving Carolina, and the Pisgah Conservancy. Carrie will provide helpful handouts and offer a selection of tree identification books for purchase.
- Bob Mertens: Bringing over 50 years of horticultural passion, Bob is a retired professional from the UF/IFAS Extension in Sarasota County, Florida. His deep expertise covers environmental horticulture, palms, and landscape maintenance. Since relocating to Brevard in 2017, Bob has become an integral part of the local gardening community, serving as an Extension Master Gardener in Transylvania County alongside his wife, Leslie.
Program Details & Logistics
- Skill Level: These are non-strenuous hikes appropriate for everyone, from beginners to seasoned nature lovers.
- Timing: Registered participants meet at the designated parking lot by 1:00 p.m. sharp on hike days.
- Capacity: Participation is limited to 16 people (ages 16 and up) to ensure an intimate learning environment.
- Guidelines: Please dress warmly for the winter weather. Due to the group size and the focus on nature study, dogs are not allowed.
- You must register for each event individually. Click the link below to register
Introductory Class recommended prior to the hikes.
February 4th, Classroom Introduction to Leafless Tree ID, Community Services Building Conference Room, 106 E. Morgan St., Brevard
Hike schedule:
February 11th, Hap Simpson Park, 666 Greenville Highway, Brevard
February 18th, Sycamore Flats Picnic Area, 1115 Pisgah Highway, Pisgah Forest
February 25th, Cradle of Forestry,11250 Pisgah Highway, Pisgah Forest
March 4th, Deerwoode Reserve, 395 Riversedge Road, Brevard
March 11th, Allison-Deaver House, 2753 Asheville Highway, Pisgah Forest
March 18th, Holmes Educational State Forest, 1299 Crab Creek Road, Hendersonville
March 25th, EMG Nancy Blue’s garden, 2279 Cherrywood Lane, Brevard
April 1st, Silvermont Mansion and Park, 374 E Main St, Brevard
April 8th, TBD
April 15th, Pisgah Inn, mile 408 Blue Ridge Parkway, Canton
April 22nd, Brevard College, Kings Creek Athletic Fields, Kings Creek Loop, Brevard
For the hikes, it is suggested that you bring a hand lens, binoculars, and a tree ID field guide if you have them.
Be sure to dress for the weather.
In case of inclement weather, registrants will be notified by 11:00 that day if the program will be held at the Cooperative Extension Center Conference Room, 106 E. Morgan St., Brevard, or canceled. For these indoor classes, bring books, oculars, and twigs for identification.