Foraging the Fall Forest at the Botanic Garden

Schedule

Sat Nov 08 2025 at 12:00 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park | Traverse City, MI

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Join us on a walk in the forest and learn to properly identify numerous wild edible and medicinal plants that can be found in fall!
About this Event

Experience the wonders of Northern Michigan’s fall landscape on a Fall Foraging Walk with local expert Clay BowersSaturday, Nov. 8 from Noon–2 PM at The Botanic Garden. Learn how to safely identify edible and medicinal plants, understand sustainable harvesting practices, and reconnect with nature in a hands-on way. No prior experience required—just bring an open mind and a bit of curiosity!

About the Instructor:
Foraging instructor Clay Bowers has spent nearly two decades exploring the natural bounty of Northern Michigan. A passionate wild food educator, Clay has been teaching sustainable foraging for over 15 years, inspiring others to responsibly harvest and enjoy nature’s gifts.

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The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park, 1490 Red Drive, Traverse City, United States

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USD 30.00 to USD 35.00

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