The Ericaceae of New England: Diversity, Ecology, and Phylogeny
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6-7PM
CLASSES > BOTANY
Framework Trees of New England
Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10:30-4:30PM
Overview
This course covers the history, changes in composition, and ecology of the Northeast region’s forests from the Ice Age through the present day. Explore the impact of past natural and human disturbances on the landscape and how current forestry practices shape forest communities.
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Details
Date
Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10:30-4:30PM
Subject
Botany
Program code
BOT104
Fee
$300
Location
Garden in the Woods
Instructor
Jeff Horan
Certificate
Basic Certificate
Required Materials
Comfortable field clothes including boots and rain gear – we will be on the trails in the woods (We will pay attention to the weather but we will likely be in the woods rain or shine as long as there is no thunder or lightning)
Sunscreen and insect repellent if desired
Lunch, drinks, and water for the field (we will take a 45 minute lunch break in or around the classroom)
Your favorite tree identification field guide or tree ID key (not required)
A hand lens if you have one
A willingness to share forest experiences today and from your past
Recommended reading
Sprugel, D. G. (1991). Disturbance, equilibrium, and environmental variability: what is ‘‘natural’’ vegetation in a changing environment. Biological Conservation 58:1–18. (abstract available at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/0006320791900417)
Kimmerer, R. W. (2013). Wisgaak Gokpenagen: A Black Ash Basket. In Braiding Sweetgrass. Minneapolis, MN: Milkweed Editions.
About the Instructor
Jeff Horan
forest ecologist
