Foraging and Herbal Medicine Walk with the Cramlington Forager

Name: New Adventures
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When: Weds 30th April

About: Come along on a Foraging and Herbal Medicine workshop with the Cramlington Forager and begin your own wild medicine journey. Explore the incredible abundance of wild herbs, as we walk the land behind Nelson Village, an extensive area of woodland, meadow and hedgerows in Cramlington.

This is an in depth workshop designed for complete beginners who are looking for an introduction to wild medicinal herbs. It will last for around 2 hours.

What to Expect

🌱 We'll look at foraging basics, how to research and identify wild edibles, how to find find them and best practices for gathering.

🌱 How to forage safely and within the law.

🌱 You will learn how to correctly identify around 10-12 wild medicinal herbs.

🌱 We'll look at the medicinal benefits of the wild herbs we come across and why it's important to know your own body.

🌱 You'll learn about a few of the ways which herbs can be prepared and applied, as well as how to store herbs for long term storage.

🌱 How to use some of these herbs to treat common ailments like coughs, colds, aches and pains.

What to Bring

Please dress for the unpredictable British weather, and wear whatever footwear you feel comfortable in.
At this time of year, please expect the paths to be muddy.
Feel free to bring a notepad and pen if you want to take notes along the way.

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.