Outdoors & Hiking

Winter Buds & Bark Tree ID

Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 1pm · North Carolina Arboretum

Winter Buds & Bark Tree ID with Lauren Lampley Saturday, November 7 | 1 – 4pm BRN – Core | BREG – Elective Register Here! Ever wondered how you can identify a tree without its leaves? All tree species have different patterns of bark and leaf/flower buds that can be used to identify them even in winter time. In this program, we will look closely at the common trees around the NC Arboretum trails and point out specific characteristics of their buds and bark so you can identify them even without th