The Farms: Tree Identification Hike

Experience Level: Beginner

Explore the high-quality, picturesque forest on the Park’s south side at a Tree Identification Hike on Sunday, Sept. 21 from 2 to 4 p.m.  Meet at the Lost Garden/McDonald Family Trails Parking Lot. (View on Google Maps here.)

Allerton Natural Areas Manager Nate Beccue will share identification strategies to help students learn how to identify a variety of tree species on this leisurely hike.

$10/person*. Register here. Registration will close Sept. 18 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

*Hikers should bring a water bottle, bug spray, and sunscreen.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email owarren@illinois.edu.

By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.

About The Farms

The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, health & wellness, history, nature & outdoor education, or science. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.

See the complete Fall 2025 schedule here.