
Oak Tree ID Course
May 13 @ 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
$45
Oak Tree Identification Course
Discover the fascinating world of Quercus in our Oak Identification Course! With almost two dozen species found in Shelby County, it can be hard to tell one oak from another. This class is designed to help you learn to identify the most common oak species found in Overton Park and West Tennessee. You will develop essential skills to recognize oaks while gaining an appreciation for their rich cultural and ecological significance as foundational species in the eastern U.S. Join us to deepen your understanding and appreciation of these trees that give the Old Forest its majestic character.
The course will include class time and field work. Registration includes lunch and the use of course materials.
Class Details
Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 (Rain date: Wednesday, May 14)
Time: 9:00AM-1:30PM
Cost: $45
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Overton Park Conservancy is the nonprofit organization that has been caring for Memphis’s central green space since 2012. With the generous support of our community, we work each day to make the park a beautiful and welcoming place for all Memphians, as well as a valuable source of urban habitat for wildlife.
The Conservancy must raise roughly 85% of our budget each year from people like you who care about the many things Overton Park has to offer. A gift of any amount helps us maintain and improve the park.