event: Stock Up On Wild Blackberries for Summer
by Greg on Aug.05, 2009, under Science Event
Foraging Event
Stock Up on Wild Blackberries for Summer
Summer is finally in full swing, and what better way to celebrate it than with a good old-fashioned berry-picking outing? Join Steve “Wildman” Brill on Sunday and you’ll forage for more than just wild blackberries; you’ll also find mayapples, carnelian cherries, and elderberries. When you’ve satisfied your sweet tooth, search for wild greens like lamb’s quarters, poor man’s pepper, and Asiatic dayflower. You’ll also find herbs and spices such as wild bay leaves, field garlic, and sassafras. And if you’re lucky, you’ll stumble upon wild mushrooms like russulas and bolete mushrooms.
Place: Central Park, Central Park West and W. 103rd St.
Price: $15 suggested donation; $10 children under 12
:blackberries, Central park, foraging, Steve Wildman Brill

