Wild Foraged Foods with Growing Chefs! (Ages 8-12)

Come learn about Wild Foraged Foods with Growing Chefs! Ontario. We will show you how to forage safely and sustainably, and tips for identifying plants using your senses.

Partner Organization: Growing Chefs! Ontario Educational Focus: Safe and sustainable foraging in urban environments

Hands-On Activities:

• Plant identification using your senses
• Drawing and making rubbings of plants
• Shared delicious snack with backyard ingredients
• Take home recipes for wild food cooking

Learning Objectives:

• Safe foraging techniques
• Sustainable harvesting practices
• Plant identification skills
• Urban foraging tips for “Forest City” London

Special Features:

• Recipes to take home
• Snack tasting with foraged ingredients
• Tips on where and when to start looking
• Focus on foods you can find in your own backyard

Registration Notes:

• Accompanying adult is highly recommended
• Supplies are limited
• Please register every person attending

Registration Required: Register online, in person or by calling 519-661-4600 Registration Opens: August 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM Maximum Attendance: 24 people

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