October 17th

By Mutt Mulligan

Name that tree with a new app

Ever wondered what types of trees are in your city park? Or even in your backyard?

Most kids these days grow up without ever learning how to distinguish an oak from an aspen. Collect leaves in your nearest green spaces. The more varieties the better! Then determine which type of tree each belongs to. Need help?

This Web site can get you started. Or download Steve Nix’s free tree identification App, TreeBook.