Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Roadtrip...., 1 by ViburnumValley

ViburnumValley wrote:
If I was Scott, I'd say that's a Carpinus.

Best guess from distant KY is Tilia on the background tree, with the recurved branches and the bark character. Not enough detail on the stems or buds, and it looks much "rougher" (as in scruffy) than Tilia around here, but that might be life on the prairies talking.

Except that the trunk/bark bears no resemblance to it whatsoever, I would've guessed one of the Morus, because that would match the scruffiness.

What a fun winter diversion, Dave. I visited our local sematarie yesterday, and came away with some images suitable for the mood.