Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants

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Have you ever wanted to learn the natural antidote for poison ivy, or what you could use to treat cuts, bee stings, or colds if you lost your first aid kit? or some wild edible fruits, nuts, and greens? On this short walk we will identify at least 10 common wild edible and medicinal plants amid the autumn beauty of the Monticello Boardwalk trail area, a ten minute drive from Grounds, and maybe, if we’re lucky find ripe paw paws while we’re there!
All of the plants identified are ones I’ve personally used or studied in herbal medicine or survival classes or are ones found in reputable plant guidebooks. You might want to bring a small bag to take home a few samples or a pocket notebook if you’re interested in remembering plants. I’ll expand the adventure as drivers sign up. See you soon!