Wild Foods, Useful Plants (Cert. Program)

C. Nyerges (School of Self-Reliance), Ananda M. (PasaDharma), Dhr. Seven, Wisdom Quarterly

WEEKEND ETHNOBOTANY SERIES #1 with author and guide Christopher Nyerges

Class 1: Wild Food and Useful Plants

Guide to Wild Foods and...

This "Wild Food and Useful Plants" class is part of a new weekend certification program for Southern California nature lovers.
 

This 4-part series will be held in and around the Arroyo Seco on the third Saturdays of the month:

• May 17
• April 21
• May 19
• June 16, 2018.

Foraging Wild Plants of US

Session 1 begins with a plant walkabout to get to know the common local wild food plants (both native and exotic) and other useful plants, including plants that can be used to make soap, rope, and medicine.

Basic botany will be covered to give a sense of context of the types of plant groups, such as entirely safe groups and families, as well as their relationships.

Participants will be instructed on the use of the plant press, how to construct a DIY plant press, and how to keep field records for reference. Bring: water, sunscreen, items for short day hike.
 

This is a hands on learning experience.

Upon completion of this class series, participants may request a certificate of completion. Completing six different workshops or class series qualifies one to work towards a Self-Reliance Skills Specialist certification.

• Price: $65 per class
• Pay for three classes in advance ($195), get fourth class FREE
• RSVP on Meetup will not get the location info: It will be provided once confirmed. So RSVP directly to Christopher in the office at (626) 791-3217 or by email: christopher_nyerges@yahoo.com
• More details at: christophernyerges.com

Arroyo Seco Weekend, Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, Los Angeles June 23-24, 2018