Join PVAS naturalists on a fall foraging adventure to learn all about the natural history of pawpaws and other edible plants!

PVAS Host: Laurel Schwartz, Amy Thomas

$15/person (PVAS members receive a 10% discount). All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 12 participants.

PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible

Join PVAS naturalists on a fall foraging adventure to learn all about the natural history of pawpaws and other edible plants. Participants will enjoy a special treat and get the chance to take home some pawpaws to try out their own recipes!

• Walking Distance: Less than 1 mile
• Pace/Activities: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)
• Exposure: Forested/dense canopy cover
• Terrain: Hard ground/hiking trail – some grass/brush/off-trail Gentle slopes/rolling hills
• Restroom: There are 2 composting toilets at Yankauer near the meeting location.
• Parking/Where to Meet: Yankauer Nature Preserve has about 20 parking spaces. The group will assemble at the pavilion.
• What to Bring: Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water! Please also bring containers for foraging, such as baskets, buckets, and jars.

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Registration will remain open until the start of the program.

If the required minimum # of people do not register by 4 pm the evening prior, the program will be cancelled.

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About Laurel: You can read about Laurel here.

About Amy:  You can read about Amy here.