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 Edible Wild Plants - The Real Organic Food
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Please bring comfortable walking shoes, water, sack lunch, and bug repellent. A pen/pencil and a camera are also recommended. A plant guidesheet will be supplied. Instructor: Dr. Mark Vorderbruggen is a research chemist and also one of the Houston area's most intrepid explorers. Mark spends every free moment on adventures, including canoeing, hiking, exploring, camping, eating wild things, and sleeping under the stars. His popular blog is "Merriwether the Adventurer". Class Date: Saturday, November 15, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Cost: Sign up for 3 or more classes in a series (Exploring Nature, In the Garden, Natural Crafts & Food, or Photography) and receive a 10% discount off each class. Call Registrar at 713-366-0421 to register and receive discount. (Note: offer does not include Nature 101 classes or Health + Wellness classes) Register on-line or call 713-366-0421. Questions? Email for more information. |
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From acorns to wild violets, the Texas landscape is filled with an abundance of wild edibles. Ancient foodstuff can be found everywhere from outside your front door to the depths of the Piney Woods. Learn where to find, how to identify and proper preparation of the fruits, shoots, roots, and salad greens growing all around you. Whether you are learning to survive in the woods or just want to cut your food bills, this class is for you. Become the ultimate localvore!