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SUMMARY:Wild Edibles Walk at Prouty Woods
DESCRIPTION:Littleton and surrounding communities are home to over 80 species of edible wild plants\, some of which as more nutritious and/or flavorful than their cultivated counterparts. These include native species\, like Spicebush and Carrion Flower; non-native weeds\, like Chicory and Burdock; and invasive species\, like Dame’s Rocket and Japanese Knotweed.  \nJoin Russ Cohen\, author of the book Wild Plants I Have Known…and Eaten\, for a two-hour ramble through Prouty Woods to learn about at least 18 species of edible wild plants. Keys to the identification of each species will be provided\, along with info on edible portion(s)\, season(s) of availability and preparation methods\, as well as guidelines for safe\, ethical and environmentally-responsible foraging. \nDATE: Sunday\, May 18th \nTIME: 10 AM – 12 PM \nLOCATION: Prouty Woods Community Forest\, 32 Foster Street\, Littleton\, MA 01460 \nACCESSIBILITY:This event will be a moderate hike through varying terrain\, including well-worn trails\, exposed roots\, branches\, and rocks. \n  \nThis program is offered by the New England Forestry Foundation as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/wild-edibles-walk-at-prouty-woods/
LOCATION:Prouty Woods Community Forest\, 32 Foster Street\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Talks,Walks & Hikes
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SUMMARY:The Healing Powers of Nature
DESCRIPTION:New England Forestry Foundation (NEFF) is teaming up with yoga instructor\, Melissa Ackerman\, to offer a gentle practice and guided meditation honoring the integrity and natural beauty of the forest. Poses will encourage participants to “think like a tree” while experiencing moments of balance and stillness. This outdoor session will be held in the backyard of our office located at the historic Prouty Woods Estate. We encourage all to finish the practice by taking a walk behind the property in NEFF’s 120-acre Community Forest\, also open to the public year-round. Please bring a mat or beach towel and prepare to soak in the Healing Powers of Nature. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED: Please register online at https://newenglandforestry.org/connect/events/. \nNote: Participants will be required to sign a liability waiver in person on the day of the event. By attending this event you hereby consent to having your photo/likeness/recordings posted publicly and on social media. \nPARKING: Please park on either side of the dirt lot next to the carriage house. If necessary\, expanded parking will be made available in the adjacent grass lot. The yoga practice will take place on the lawn directly behind the historic Prouty Woods Estate. \n  \n  \nThis program is offered by New England Forestry Foundation as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!  \n 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-healing-powers-of-nature/
LOCATION:Prouty Woods Community Forest\, 32 Foster Street\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Workshops & Classes
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