Forage and Wander - A Wild Food Experience

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Price from: £20.00

When: Tuesday 12 May, 10AM - 1PM

Weetslade Country Park

About the Event

Come along on a Forage & Wander, and explore the incredible abundance of wild edibles, as we take a walk through Weetslade Country Park, an area of woodland, meadow and hedgerow, which sits on a former coillery site just outside of Cramlington. We'll be searching for seasonal wild edibles as we explore, connecting to the landscape through food gathered by hand, and expanding on your own knowledge and understanding of an ancient skill.

What to Expect

🌱You will learn how to correctly identify around 15 different wild edibles, which can include flowers, fruits, foliage and fungi.

🌱We'll be covering how to forage safely and within the law.

🌱How to act sustainably when out and about, and why it's important for you and the landscape.

🌱You will learn why its beneficial to know your local landscape and why this information can be important to us as foragers.

🌱We'll also look at the medicinal and nutritional benefits of the wild edibles we come across.

🌱I'll be sharing hints and tips of how to make the most of the wild food we come across at home.

All levels of interest are welcome, and children aged 14 and under can come along for free with an adult.

What to Bring

Please dress for the unpredictable British weather, and wear whatever footwear you feel comfortable in.

If the weather has been wet, please expect the paths to be muddy.

Feel free to bring a notepad and pen if you want to take notes along the way.

Accessibility

This route is through public park and while the paths are very well maintained, they can be quite muddy in places if the weather has been wet, and quite steep.

There is a large car park available which is free to use, but it can be busy at peak times. There are no public toilet facilities available at the park.

Assistance dogs are always welcome.

If you have any accessibilty requirements I ask that you can please get in touch before booking just to make sure that this route is right for you.

Extra Information

An email will be sent out to all attendees a few days before the event to email addresses used during the booking process to confirm all of the details and meeting information. Please check your spam filters for these emails.

Business providing experience

The Cramlington Forager

Welcome to The Cramlington Forager, where Gemma, a seasoned foraging guide based in Cramlington, Northumberland, invites enthusiasts to delve into the sustainable practice of foraging. Born from a lifelong passion that started with childhood blackberry picking adventures, The Cramlington Forager was established to extend the joys and lessons of foraging to the local community.

Launched in 2021, the business challenges the idea that one must be nestled deep in the countryside to engage in foraging. Northumberland’s rich tapestry of breathtaking landscapes, woodlands, coastlines, and even urban parks, offers abundant foraging opportunities that are often surprising and rewarding.

The Cramlington Forager is committed to promoting the use of local green spaces, highlighting their critical role as natural havens for both wildlife and humans. Through foraging, people gain unique insights into nature's secrets, from seasonal changes to emerging flora, enhancing their understanding and commitment to environmental stewardship.

Gemma shares her extensive knowledge through social media, a blog that features tips on identifying wild foods safely, sustainable foraging techniques, and recipes using wild ingredients. Aligned with the natural cycles, her practices emphasize the health benefits of living in harmony with the seasons.

Additionally, Gemma contributes to community projects like 'The Friends of Doddington Wood' and actively participates in the Cramlington WI as a WI Climate Ambassador. In 2024, The Cramlington Forager proudly partners with Visit Northumberland, aiming to showcase the region's natural beauty and vibrant culture.