Nibbling on the Wild Landscape with Russ Cohen

Nibbling on the Wild Landscape --- West Newbury Sun 09-19. 3:30pm - 6:00pm (Part of Essex National Heritage Area: Trails and Sails Festival) The Merrimack Valley is home to over 100 species of edible wild plants. Join Russ Cohen, expert forager and author of "Wild Plants I Have Known...and Eaten," on a three-hour ramble in West Newbury to learn about at least two dozen species of edible wild plants. Pending favorable weather conditions, several edible mushroom species may be encountered. Keys to the identification of each species will be provided, along with information on edible portions, seasons of availability, preparation methods, and general guidelines for safe and environmentally responsible foraging. The event is free, but capacity is limited to 50 people. The walk starts at the Insight Meditation Center, 443 Middle Street, West Newbury 01985 http://www.essexheritage.org/ts/events.php#