Summer Tree Identification classes offered July 7 and 12

Expand your ecology knowledge with classes on "Summer Tree Identification," by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County and the Geneva and St. Charles park districts.

These "Learn from the Experts," nature programs will begin with the basics of tree identification and build on observations of tree morphology to identify the major native hardwood species. Leaves, bark, branches, flowers and form are just some of the characteristics attendees will learn.

The first class will be 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 7, at Tekakwitha Woods Forest Preserve, 35W076 Villa Marie Road, St. Charles. The second class will be 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 12, at Creek Bend Nature Center, within LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve at 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles.

Participants should bring a hands lens, if possible. Advance registration is required. The registration fee is $10 per person, per class. Call (630) 444-3190 or email programs@kaneforest.com to register.

"Learn from the Experts" programs are for ages adults age 18 or older. These programs offer in-depth information and learning opportunities about local ecology. The program series is co-sponsored by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, the St. Charles Park District and the Geneva Park District.

To view the full roster of forest preserve district nature programs, visit www.kaneforest.com. Follow them on Facebook or Twitter.