Workshop on wood identification

The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training
(NCPTT), an office of the U.S. National Park Service, will offer a
workshop on wood identification for professionals involved in the
preservation and conservation of architectural wood.  The workshop
will be held June 23-25, 2015 at NCPTT's Lee H. Nelson Hall in
Natchitoches, LA.

The course is designed to teach wood morphology and anatomy at all
structural levels relevant for wood identification.  While focusing
on a selection of North American and several exotic wood species
that are prominent architectural materials, participants will
acquire comprehensive knowledge and skill sets applicable to
identification of any unknown wood sample.  Emphasize will be given
to hands-on exercise in sampling, sample preparation, macroscopic
and microscopic techniques, and immediate integration of lectured
material into practice.

Tuition for this three-day workshop is $399.  Space is limited to 12
participants.

Register online at

    <URL:http://ncptt.nps.gov/events/wood-identification-for-preservation-professionals/>

For more information, contact

    Ed FitzGerald
    edward_fitzgerald<-at->contractor<.>nps<.>gov
    318-356-7444


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