Learn 10...Asters and Goldenrods at Albany Pine Bush Preserve

Steve Young and Laura Lehtonen, Botanists studying the flora of the Capital District

Tuesday, September 23 | 9:00 am – noon

The many asters and goldenrods found in the Albany Pine Bush this time of year can be difficult to identify to species. 

We will first spend some time in the classroom and then take a walk at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve to find out what makes an aster an aster and a goldenrod a goldenrod. We will focus on ten common species, look at actual specimens in the field, and learn the features that will help you distinguish one species from all others. (Chances are that we’ll probably mention a few other interesting plants along the way.) You don’t have to be any kind of plant expert to participate, and sessions will be relaxed and supportive.

“Learn 10…” is a program of the NY Flora Association (NYFA) designed to help people of all ages and levels of knowledge begin learning the plants of New York. “Learn 10…” focuses on a group of only ten plants to teach simple techniques for easily identifying any plant or, in this case, the important asters and goldenrods of late summer. “Learn 10…” is a fun and interactive way to learn plants and develop a deeper appreciation of the natural world.

If you have any questions about the trip before registering, please email learn10asters@nyflora.org.

NYFA relies on the generous support of its members to offer free Field Trips and Learn 10 workshops. If you are able, please consider a donation to help support these efforts. Suggested Donation is $10.