Fall for Galls

Fall is an ideal time to look for plant galls, some of nature’s most unusual creations. The group will explore various plant communities to look for these structures that are in an unusual relationship between plant, animal, and usually a type of insect. You may see the striped volcano, witch’s hat, spined turban, urchin, willow leaf, spiny leaf, and “oak apple” galls.

Join Carolyn Greene, an endlessly curious general naturalist, who has been observing, pondering, and asking questions about botanical wonders for decades. She holds a degree in biogeography from the University of California, with a specialty in botany. For the past 25 years, she has worked as a field biologist, conducting wildlife, plant, and restoration research for local parks, the California State Parks system, and the U.S. National Park Service.