Foraging Workshop: Medicinal Plants & Fungi

Join us for a nature walk and workshop to learn about wild medicinal plants and mushrooms, how to gather them sustainably, how to prepare them, and what they taste like! This workshop will have a particular focus on traditional medicinal uses of our native plants, shrubs and trees. From roots and bark to leaves and flowers, we will look at a wide variety of species and explore how they are used traditionally as food and medicines both historically and today. After a brief intro to foraging basics and best practices, we'll wander through meadow and woodland habitat identifying edible and medicinal plants and their look-a-likes. At the end of the workshop, we'll gather to sample a few different medicinal teas made with the species we've encountered! 

Please note that we will not be harvesting substantial quantities of wild foods on this walk, as this workshop is primarily about sharing a passion for plants and the rich natural world that surrounds us. For every edible and medicinal plant we encounter, we will identify the species, discuss what parts of it are consumed, and talk about any poisonous look-a-likes. However, we will be at the whim of mother nature and may not encounter plants and mushrooms at the prime stage for harvesting. But don’t worry, tasting these wild plants is a must, and we’ll be sure to have some foraged teas prepped in advance! Advance registration for this event is required, and space is limited. 

Book a stay at Wild Hudson Valley Eco Camp and enjoy a full weekend of immersive experiences included in your camping reservation:

· Friday Night Fire – Gather under the stars for s'mores and a cozy campfire.

· Saturday Foraging Workshop – Learn about and taste native plant and mushroom medicines with an expert guide.

· Sunday Native Life Presentation – Learn about the day-to-day of Hudson Valley Native Peoples before colonization.