Thursday, 21 April 2016

Engagement Programme - Rhinefield Arboretum

 
 
Engagement Programme at Rhinefield Arboretum
 
 
 
This week we made the most of the Spring sunshine and visited the New Forest. We went to Rhinefield Arboretum to look at the native and foreign species of trees and their similarities and differences.
 
Our pupils looked at the differences between the species by feel, smell and sound. We had the opportunity to study a variety of species including Birches, Cedars, Redwoods, Eucalyptus, Fir and Oaks.
 
Feeling the bark of the Coast Redwood
Tapping the bark and listening to the hollow sounds of the Leyland Cyprus
Smelling the bark and leaves of the Cherry Birch
Smelling the leaves of the Western Red Cedar and Douglas Fir
Feeling the bark and smelling the leaves of the Japanese Cedar





A highly rewarding and educational activity enjoyed by all. Great to be able make use of the New Forest.