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Learn about Tree Rings

Learn about Tree RingsCan you guess the age of the burr oak & win a prize?DepartmentGeography9:00 am - 3:00 pm The Burr Oak Tree

Location

The Burr Oak Tree

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Dunn Meadow by the big burr oak
(Student Building room 017 in case of rain)

Guess the age, height, and girth of the large burr oak in Dunn Meadow. Dr. Justin Maxwell will explain what tree rings are and their purpose. Each participant will draw rings on a paper plate and then then guess the age, height and girth on the back of the plate. Afterwards, the participants will learn how to measure each tree ring. There will be prizes for participating in this activity!