Today’s Guided nature Program…
NATURAL GOURMET- EDIBLE PLANTS OF BOGUS BASIN
Many years ago, all people were naturalists by necessity. Their survival depended on an intimate and comprehensive knowledge of the plants and animals around them. Edibility, abundance, and seasonal availability were critical pieces of information. Participants on this hike have the opportunity to learn about and sample wild edible plants in the Bogus Basin area. Topics include botany basics, ecology of plant communities, plant families, and the ethics of collecting wild foods. This program is only one of the many guided nature programs offered this summer.
When & Where
June 24 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
This 3-hour outing meets on the steps of the Frontier Point Lodge at the above-stated time and covers 2 miles or less at a very casual pace. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes. Water, snack, and sunscreen are highly recommended. Remember to swing by the Double R Ranch BBQ Smokehouse for lunch after the program!
How to Register
To sign up for this or any of our awesome Guided Nature Programs, please send an email to dirk@bogusbasin.org indicating the program you wish to register for, date, and the number of people in your group.
Meet your Guide!
Hit the trail with Ray Vizgirdas, retired Wildlife Biologist and lifelong Naturalist for this installment of our Guided Nature Program series. With over three decades of experience working for state and federal agencies, Ray knows a thing or two about the outdoors (he has literally authored guidebooks about the flora at Bogus Basin!). On Saturday mornings/afternoons and Tuesday evenings, Ray covers a new topic relevant to the time of year. Whether it’s wildflowers and edible/useful plants or nature photography and animal behavior, you’re bound to learn a thing or two on your outing.
