Summer Foraging Workshop

Join us for a nature walk and workshop to learn about seasonal wild edible plants and fungi, how to gather them sustainably, how to prepare them, and what they taste like! Late July brings a whole new variety of tasty edible and medicinal plants: bee balm is in full flower, tiny milkweed pods and crunchy purslane are ready to harvest, and wild blackberries and elderberries are just about ripe!  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. When we return with to camp, we'll sample some of what we collected along the way! 

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 plant we encounter, we will identify the species, discuss what parts of it are edible, 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 tasting these wild foods is a must, and we’ll be sure to have some foraged snacks prepped in advance! Advance registration for this event is required, and space is limited to 20 participants.

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 wild foods with an expert guide.

· Sunday Forest Farm Tour – Learn about mushrooms, forest farming, and more!