West Virginia Trees

A concise, illustrated guide brings the forested richness of West Virginia to life, introducing listeners to more than a hundred native tree species. Written in the early 1920s by a dedicated agricultural experiment station, the work balances scientific accuracy with clear, everyday language, using leaf shape and fruit as the main clues for identification. Simple keys and a handy glossary make it easy for anyone—from curious hikers to budding foresters—to recognize trees during the warm months.

Beyond the practical identification tools, the narrative shares the passion of early 20th‑century botanists who aimed to spark public interest in the state’s woodlands. Their careful sketches, drawn from recent field collections, accompany each description, offering vivid mental pictures of bark, foliage, and blossoms. Listeners will come away with a deeper appreciation of West Virginia’s arboreal heritage and a useful foundation for future explorations of its forests.