Edible and Medicinal Plants of SWVA
Where
New River Trail State Park, 116 Orphanage Dr., Max Meadows, VA 24360.
Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
When
Nov. 10, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Do you know how many common "weeds" have historic use as food and medicine? Want to learn how to read a field guide? Come learn about the most common backyard plants that have more uses than you might think. The November program will focus more on trees.
The fun begins at the Caboose at Foster Falls. These walks are weather dependent; please check the website for any cancellations.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-699-6778
Email Address: NewRiverTrail@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
Additional dates
Wild Plants of SWVA Hike - July 6, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Wild Plants of SWVA Hike - Aug. 18, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Edible and Medicinal Plants of SWVA - Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
September Blooms of SWVA Hike - Sept. 8, 2024. 12:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Harvest Celebration at the Historic Village of Foster Falls - Oct. 5, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fall Leaf ID Hike - Oct. 14, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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