Led by Travis Columbus PhD, participants will be instructed in detail on the vegetative and reproductive features of grasses (Poaceae). Aspects of anatomy, physiology, and ecology will also be addressed. Most time will be spent in the lab learning to use the identification keys in the second edition of The Jepson Manual. Special attention will be given to difficult couplets and taxa. In addition, participants will learn how to identify common genera by using diagnostic characteristics. There will be a field trip to Santa Rosa Plateau on Sunday afternoon. Please bring a bag lunch. Snacks will be provided.

Saturday 4/27 and Sunday 4/28   8:30 am - 5 pm