Refund Policy
· All class ticket sales are considered a donation to Fox Haven and help us to fulfill our mission. Full refunds (minus a 20% processing fee) will be given to any participant canceling at least 30 days prior to the scheduled class date. Due to the nature of full series commitments, no refunds will be processed once the series has started.
· Enrollment cannot be transferred to another class. If you are within the 30-day cancellation period, it is best to request a refund and sign up for the desired replacement.
Join us for our 10th Annual foraging series, running February - November.Now in its tenth year, Fox Haven Foragers invites you to connect with nature throughout the seasons.Each month, we’ll explore at least two to three plants that are ripe and ready for harvest. From native plants like milkweed, cattail, and elderberry to fascinating finds
Let's start some seeds together!Do you long to start sowing seeds while there is still snow on the ground? Or maybe you've never started plants from seeds, but decided to try this year? If so, come join our Winter Sowing circle. We'll demonstrate, provide supplies, and plant our own greenhouses made of milks jugs to
Come join us at Free ZineLab: DIY make your own zine with Oscar Ruth, where you'll learn the art of creating your very own zine from scratchZines are potent tools of self-expression. All it takes to transform a single sheet of paper into an 8-page mini magazine is a few folds and a single cut.
A self-date night of secondhand styling and storytellingBring one to five items of "date night" gently used, clean clothing and/or accessories to swap. This can include tops, bottoms, dresses, hats, jewelry, and bags—anything that feels a little elevated or special, but that you no longer wear or want. The first half of the workshop will
A cozy, phone-free winter retreat of rest, reflection, seasonal ritual, shared meals, and creative time on the land at Fox Haven Farm.Step out of the noise and into the quiet heart of winter. This intimate, phone-free weekend retreat at Fox Haven Farm is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with the land, and restore your
Open to all ages!Join us for a festive day of orchard care and community spirit as we come together to prepare our apple trees for the season ahead! We’ll practice the ancient tradition of wassailing while tending to the orchard—moving pruned branches, mulching the apple trees, and nourishing their roots with willow water to support
Build strength, learn Afro-Indigenous history, and connect to rhythm and nature through movement and music.Join Black-Eyed Suzy for a dynamic capoeira class that honors the Afro-Indigenous roots of this powerful tradition. Emerging from the resilience of enslaved Africans in Brazil, capoeira weaves together martial arts, dance, and music—often played on natural instruments like the berimbau,
Explore the magic of Mullein! Make a soothing decoction, learn growing tips, and take home dried mullein to continue your herbal journey.Come dive deep into the world of Mullein with us! Together, we’ll prepare a soothing Mullein decoction with lemon and honey to sample—a comforting remedy for times when your respiratory system could use a
Join us for a hands-on workshop in Fox Haven's heritage apple and fruit tree orchard to learn the essentials of fruit tree care.Join us for a hands-on workshop in Fox Haven's heritage apple and fruit tree orchard to learn the essentials of fruit tree care. This practical session will focus on pruning, grafting, and tool
Drop in to this first signs of spring foraging adventure!This class will be focused on winter tree identification that looks at bark, leaf scars, buds and tree shape and habitat to help us learn to ID them. We’ll visit Witch Hazel, Willow and Walnut but so many more! While we ID them we’ll talk about
Let's join forces and clean up our streets, one piece of trash at a time. Let's make our neighborhood shine!Let's roll up our sleeves and make a positive impact on our community! We're organizing a road clean-up along Poffenberger Road and we need your help to keep our streets clean and beautiful.🗓️ Date: March 15th
Discover the charm of Anise Hyssop!We’ll make a syrup together to sample—perfect for tea, mocktails, or ice cream this summer. You’ll learn ways to work with Anise Hyssop, enjoy a tea tasting, and take home dried herbs to continue growing your connection with this fragrant plant.Led by Fox Haven Farm, Charis Storms
.Join Dr. Lauren for a transformative journey through the seasons, where you’ll learn how to use food as medicine and reconnect with the rhythms of nature. Each class in this series will focus on seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms, guiding you through the preparation of nutrient-dense, healing meals. Participants will actively engage in communal
.Focus on how to build postpartum support systems rooted in ancestral knowledge, herbal care (sitz baths, teas, yoni steams), and mutual aid. Participants can share stories, learn basic herb prep, and discuss sustainable community care models.You'll learn: - Postpartum specific herbal DIY creations- Knowledge share and story share opprtunities- Plans for preparing for your own
Spending time gardening and connecting with nature has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety while increasing feelings of hope, confidence, and belonging. Cultivate & Connect is a small-group herbal farming cohort for folks curious about medicinal and culinary herbs, hands-on farm learning, and community connection. Participants commit to seven once-a-month sessions (April–October), engaging in
.Discover the art of twined basketry in this hands-on class, where you’ll learn to create beautiful and functional baskets using natural materials. Guided by an experienced weaver, Luke Bauer, you’ll explore traditional twining techniques, selecting and preparing materials, and weaving patterns that balance form and function. This workshop is an invigorating challenge for those looking
Slow down, explore, and build a meaningful relationship with herbs throughout the season. Herbs have a way of drawing us in when we take a moment to pause and pay attention. In Herbal Allies, we take the time to meet one plant at a time—observing where it grows, noticing its scents and flavors, and exploring
.Discover the beauty of nature through art in this inspiring camp! Young artists will create works influenced by the natural world, exploring the ephemeral land art of Andy Goldsworthy and the vibrant florals of Georgia O’Keeffe. Participants will learn about ethical foraging and use herbs and flowers gathered from Fox Haven to create stunning cyanotypes.
About LandBack Tax
From 2022 onward, Fox Haven will donate $2 from each event ticket to the Piscataway Conoy Tribe to pay LandBack tax, acknowledging our access to stolen Indigenous land. Through Piscataway Eyes is an Indigenous-led initiative working to restore ancestral land and sovereignty to the Piscataway and other Indigenous communities of the Chesapeake.
Weather Policy
If inclement weather is predicted ahead of an event, you will be notified 48 hours before the event date about any cancellation or rescheduling. Otherwise, the event is presumed to take place rain or shine. An alternative venue may be arranged if shelter is required. Please note that refunds are not provided for postponed events or no-shows. However, if Fox Haven cancels, a full refund will be issued.
COVID Protocol
Please do not come to class if you are feeling ill or have been exposed to others who are sick. Email alecks@foxhavenfarm.org to discuss your absence. Masks are optional during all events. If diagnosed with COVID within 5 days post-class, please notify us so that we can inform participants about possible exposure.
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