Events
For details on Prairie Seed Harvest events, see the calendar at the bottom of this page or.
Details about other upcoming events are listed below.
Details about other upcoming events are listed below.
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Introduction to Folk Herbalism
with Dustin Clayton Saturday, October 16 1:00-3:00pm Loess Hills State Forest (Specific location/address to be announced) Learn some common plants of Western Iowa's woods and fields and how these plants were used historically for medicinal purposes. During this event we will engage in a walking discussion of traditional plant medicines. There will also be a short demonstration of some of the different methods used to make medicines with these plants. $10 fee. Pre-registration is required. Register here. |
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Loess Hills Myth and Magic Hike
with Dustin Clayton Saturday, October 23 1:00-3:00pm Blackburn State Park 1291 Cemetery Road - Thurman, IA 51640 Discover the hidden side of some common Iowa plants, stones, birds and beasts. During this Halloween season, learn about traditional folk magic practices involving natural phenomena. We will also discuss how to incorporate some of these practices into your life as a way of deepening your relationship with the natural world. Free and open to the public but pre-registration required. Register here. |
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See the calendar below for details about all of our upcoming & previous events.