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Foraged Medicine & Wild Weeds Walk

Embark on a botanical journey through Prospect Park with herbalist Dawn Petter to uncover the hidden treasures of native plants used for food and medicine. Explore the medicinal benefits of urban wilds, delve into plant identification, and witness the early seasonal transformations of our weedy companions. Join us for an enlightening experience in the heart of nature's pharmacy.

  • All levels
  • 12 and older
  • $28
  • Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 hours
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What you'll learn in this nature tours class:

Join herbalist Dawn Petter for this herb walk through Prospect Park, as we meet some of the native plants that herbalists have traditionally used for food and medicine. 


We will discuss the apothecary botanicals that grow in the wilds of our urban parks and landscapes, spending time looking at the early seasonal changes, learning plant id and the medicinal benefits of our weedy friends.

Refund Policy

  • Cancellations made with at least 8 business days notice qualify for a full refund less 5% cancellation fee or may use the credit towards a future class of the same or lesser value, within 6 months.
  • Cancellations made within 2 to 8 business days of class may use the credit towards a future class of the same of lesser value, within 6 months.
  • Cancellations made with less than 2 business days prior notice do not qualify for a refund or class credit.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Remedies Herb Shop (137)

(4.8-star rating across 137 reviews)
  • Foraged Medicine & Wild Weeds Walk

    Reviewed by Sarah C. on 7/30/2023
    The class was fun and Ms. Dawn was incredibly kind and enthusiastic. I enjoyed learning about the different weeds. I can't stop seeing lamb's quarters now!
  • Foraged Medicine & Wild Weeds Walk

    Reviewed by Jordan C. on 10/24/2022
    Dawn was so informative, engaging, and lovely! Definitely recommend for anyone who is interested in learning about local NYC plants and medicinal herbs.
  • Foraged Medicine & Wild Weeds Walk

    Reviewed by Stephanie C. on 10/10/2022
  • Foraged Medicine & Wild Weeds Walk

    Reviewed by Lisa M. on 7/26/2022
  • Foraged Medicine & Wild Weeds Walk

    Reviewed by Kristie S. on 8/31/2015
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Students at Foraged Medicine & Wild Weeds Walk had a positive experience learning about local plants and medicinal herbs. They found the class to be enjoyable and their instructor, Ms. Dawn, was kind, enthusiastic, informative, engaging, and lovely. One student mentioned that they now can't stop seeing lamb's quarters, indicating that they learned to recognize this particular weed. Overall, the class provided valuable knowledge about different weeds and local NYC plants, making it a recommended choice for anyone interested in this subject. Quotes: - "I enjoyed learning about the different weeds. I can't stop seeing lamb's quarters now!" - "Definitely recommend for anyone interested in learning about local NYC plants and medicinal herbs."

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