Determining the age of a tree can be done using several methods. Here are the most common techniques:
1. **Counting Growth Rings (Dendrochronology)**:
- This is the most accurate method. Each year, a tree adds a growth ring. To count the rings, you can:
- **Cut down the tree**: This is not usually desirable, but gives the most accurate age.
- **Drill a small core sample**: Use an increment borer to extract a core from the tree


