Resource person: Eric Powers

Location: CEED Washington Lodge | 287 South Country Road, Brookhaven, NY, 11719

Description:

Program Description:

Embark on a journey through nature with our Foraging for Food & Medicine Workshop! Unearth the hidden treasures of the wild as we guide you through the age-old practices of traditional hunter-gatherers. Learn to identify and harvest nature's bounty, from nourishing edibles to natural remedies that have stood the test of time. With luck, we’ll be able to indulge in the simple pleasure of collecting and savoring locally found teas. Join us and unlock the secrets of the land, transforming your outdoor adventures into a source of sustenance and healing.

About the Teacher:

Michael A. Evans, brings years of expertise in experiential learning, ancestral skills, and holistic education to every workshop he leads. Through innovative programs like Forgotten Skillz, Ninja Née, and Vision Martial Arts, he blends science, history, and hands-on discovery to make survival knowledge engaging, practical, and empowering. Participants can expect an energetic, immersive experience that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and connects them to the skills humans have relied on for generations.

This is the third of ten "stand-alone" workshops. 

1. June 13 - Foraging
2. July 11 - Navigation & Traps
3. August 8 - Making Fire with Friction
4. September 19 - Making Fire with Sparks
5. October 10 - 24-hour Survival Challenge

If you have questions regarding registration, please email info@ceedli.org or call 631-803-6780

Minimum age- 15 years old (Children under the age of 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.)

Available spots: 28 out of 30

Price: $40.00 Taxes waived

Required age: Over 15 years old on the day of the activity

Notes: Please dress in layers appropriate for the weather and either email or bring your signed waiver.

Prerequisites: Signed CEED Waiver

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