Upcoming Events at Harvest Preserve
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Wild Medicine Walk
<div class="xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs">Ramble along a trail and learn about harvesting medicine from wild plants.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Revel in the seasonal flora and nurture your connection with plant relatives. Fun activities will help us identify plants and rediscover traditional wisdom. We will be mindful of habitat and potentially hazardous plants.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">You are invited no matter your level of gardening experience or knowledge of the herbal arts. All are welcome.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Please contact us before the class if any accommodation is needed for inclusion.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">THINGS TO BRING<br /> * Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, jeans, sunscreen<br /> * A small bag<br /> * Tool of choice for harvesting a handful of herbs<br /> * Water bottle<br /> * A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing (optional)</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">REGISTRATION<br /> Sliding scale fee: $30 - $5, based upon your access to resources.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount. Learn about Backyard Abundance membership: <a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n xd10rxx x1sy0etr x17r0tee x972fbf xcfux6l x1qhh985 xm0m39n x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backyardabundance.org%2Fmembership%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2IRuiA1mZX5EdM7r5kZL_MPKWElDYVn_F38PmHfYwxlRnxukjKTPRm_XU_aem_AcWGa3VnzF9mqoBQcPayO3PA-blwh28HXSG8FXvyypV5VJprNsDFzmc2tcnelc4MkNbUWeoOVp4_4qlcAkF6KnlB&h=AT3lt7CzNJg1cXjIxoTORSaZBPDG8b8Z3NuNOnAs24lkwwSqMAIs3pfPfqs9MmAYKlfPg0ks53ZdlqncPcr9-O_znNeB5pCUl0psZrJk6BwyRlX7nuCTv23sq3TKqo4oHA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3HKYixgBICiopa2sQlzi5hNSeSvPhfU0rBNcNPdauMkN1meBL5_sBaI7ruwU-kivvk9HrfeaiptAIfJpVM-lxHHEprgvrOwFLA5tx4hUd8ktvGtXeW4jlkMhyI8InbeJOi-dcTYn9NBC8AdyR6VnERShJq" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" role="link" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership</a></div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">QUESTIONS<br /> Call 319-325-6810 to reach the educator.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY<br /> We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">EDUCATOR<br /> Mandy Dickerson holds an herbal medicine-making certificate from Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine and a Master's degree in Anthropology. She is a Certified TriYoga Teacher and is the owner of Plantchanters Garden in Iowa City, Iowa.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">LOCATION<br /> Harvest Preserve: 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City. We'll gather in the shelter.</div> <div> </div> <div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">SPONSORS AND PARTNERS<br /> This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.<br /> * Hills Bank<br /> * Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department<br /> * 100 Grannies<br /> * Master Gardeners of Johnson County<br /> * New Pioneer Food Co-op</div> 2024-04-05 12:00:00 -0500Harvest PreserveIowa City5