Solstice Tree Walk: Trees of the NCL

Learn about ten of the tree species around and inside the Naval Cemetery Landscape and along the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway. This talk will touch on native species as well as a few common but non-native species that you might encounter along Brooklyn greenways and touch on light winter ID of evergreens and deciduous species. Learn how trees support a rich array of life: soil microorganisms, insects, birds, and us-even in winter! Participants will observe a designed and managed landscape where aesthetics are just one of many components that guide the design and maintenance and learn how plant and management choices affect habitat. Build skills in making observations in natural spaces!

Please note: there is no indoor space at the Naval Cemetery Landscape- please wear warm layers and dress appropriately for the weather during this winter event!

Location

Naval Cemetery Landscape. Enter at 61 Williamsburg St West between Kent and Flushing Avenues.

Public Transit

B57/B62Bus to Flushing Av/Classon Av (2 min walk)

B48 Bus to Wallabout St/Wythe Av (5 min walk)

J/M/Z Train to Marcy Ave (11 min walk)

G train to Flushing Ave (13 min walk) or Classon Ave (10 min walk)

About The Naval Cemetery Landscape:

Before or after this event, speak to our gardeners and learn about the Naval Cemetery Landscape (NCL) and the Greenway and what goes into maintaining their beauty and accessibility for everyone! The Naval Cemetery Landscape is fully operated, made open as a public space and able to provide free public programs like this solely by Brooklyn Greenway Initiative through the generosity of our supporters.