Conifer Identification: Science and Stroll

Date/Time
Date(s) - December 6, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Categories

• Classes & Activities

Evergreen doesn’t mean identical! Hoyt Arbroetum’s renowned conifer collection makes it the perfect classroom for learning to tell our Northwest conifers apart – by needle, cone, bark, and habit – with stories of the redwoods, cedars, and true firs along the way. This program will be outdoors rain or shine. Plan for a moderate walk on maintained, dirt trails.

• Class size is limited and pre-registration is required
• Registration closes Saturday, December 5th at 4:00pm
• Additional details will be emailed one week prior to the program

About the Instructor: Ruth Williams is a consulting arborist and plant enthusiast with degrees in Horticulture and Landscape Architecture from UC Davis. Working as a local consulting arborist, she helps preserve trees for future generations. She teaches and guides interpretive hikes on a wide variety of ecological subjects.

Additional Program and Accessibility Information:

• Please review our adult education policies.
• Learn more about Visitor Center accessibility and paved trail options.
• We offer discounted program rates if you participate in an Oregon income assistance program. Please email [email protected] for more information.
• Members of Hoyt Arboretum Friends can sign up for classes at discounted rates.