Join area naturalist Jeff Adams on January 11 at 11 am in this winter walk in Newton’s Kennard Park as he identifies trees and shrubs without their elltale leaves. Discover how to identify plants by their branching patterns, bark, buds, galls, and any persistent fruits that remain after the end of autumn. Jeff will also look at winter weeds—hardy non-woody plants that stand up tall even through the colder months—and share a trove of natural history and folklore about various plants. Jeff has led walks for a variety of area organizations, including the Friends of the Fells, Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and the Newton Conservators. Dress for an extended time in wintry weather and wear sturdy shoes. Kennard Park’s terrain is uneven and, in some places, hilly. Meet at the parking lot on 246 Dudley Road. Enrollment is limited to 20 people.

Rain date: Sunday, January 18, 11 am – 12:30 pm. Register at https://newtonconservators.org/events/bare-trees-naked-shrubs-woody-plant-id-at-kennard-park/