Branches of white pine can be trimmed to provide a wonderful basket material that is flexible and easy to sew - even if a little sappy. In this workshop, participants will learn the steps from choosing bark, cutting and peeling it, making a pattern, and constructing a variety of different shaped vessels. This style of... Read more »
From flowers to fruits and early seeds, mid-summer is a time for both harvesting and observing where fruits will soon be ripening. Explore Irvine on a gentle hike before we sit and sip a summer tea while discussing correct plant identification, harvest and preparation methods. Age 18+ Great for anyone interested in learning to forage –... Read more »
Take an easy hike around Irvine to see the meadow in its late summer glory. Discover how to safely harvest wild plants for both food and medicine as we discuss their uses and benefits. Then relax as we brew teas (hot and iced) to taste as we discuss how to prepare and store leaves, flowers... Read more »
