Organize your creative chaos in the art of the random weave basket. In this workshop you will learn how to identify wild plants in the local landscape and take them from the field and forest to a completed basket. Inspired by the structures of many a wild creature, this basket style can be one of

When addressing the respiratory system, we want to think about herbs that have strong immune or antiviral actions in addition to herbs for lung support. In this class, you’ll receive a brief anatomy and physiology lesson, then, we’ll head to the garden to explore the fresh herbs in their natural environment.

Learn about making your own natural dye with one of your favorite superfoods- Avocado! This class will inspire you to upcycle and recapture waste for a fun natural project you can show off! Natalie will show you how to prepare a dye bath, dye cloth, and make your own design using all-natural ingredients. After the

Early June may present the heat of the summer but it’s really the last few days of Spring we’ll be experiencing. Nick Spero joins us to introduce us to some of his favorite wild edibles in the late Spring – Cattail and Milkweed – for a foodie focused month of Foragers. Nick Spero is a

. Enjoy a presentation led by our beekeeper, Taylor Roman. Learn about the amazing biology and behavior of honey bees, how honey is made, and the importance of all bees and other pollinators in the production of food. This class can is geared towards anyone interested in the amazing world of honey bees! Weather permitting,

Walking through a garden teaches our souls quietly and well about the natural rhythms of life. This tour and tea tasting will help you to learn about the plants that are ripe for harvest, all while nurturing your body and mind with some much needed space for peace among the aromatic herbs in bloom. Participants

Come explore Fox Haven’s beautiful farmland during our VIP Summer Picnic, exclusively for Fox Haven members and their families. Enjoy hands-on education, kid’s activities, tours, and more! The schedule: 10 am-11 am Enjoy a relaxing tour of the herb garden 11:15 am-12:15 pm All About Bees: Honey Tasting & Hive Tour 12:15 Scavenger Hunt 12:15

Starting a hobby with the right foundation makes all the difference for a lifetime of safe mushroom hunting. Our four-part series is designed to give you repetition without feeling like you’re in a lecture. Nature is a 3D interaction, and being able to compare & contrast is one of the key factors to understanding the

Once you have an idea of the huge variety of edible mushrooms, it’s time to go in-depth to learn how to differentiate specific ID characteristics. By the end of our class, you’ll feel comfortable using a guidebook to identify mushrooms & how to properly utilize online forums. Our virtual class won’t disappoint as we’ve created

July is the month where we see our first real crop of wild berries. Making its debut in our area the first week of July, we’ll gather these sweet treats and the most luscious botanicals of the season to try our hand at brewing botanical beverages. Fox Haven’s Herb Garden Manager, Lacey Walker, will bring

You may know that a healthy gut leads to an overall healthy body. In this class, you’ll receive a brief anatomy and physiology lesson, then, we’ll head to the garden to explore the fresh herbs in their natural environment. About the Speaker Lacey Walker: Fox Haven Learning Center Herb Farm, CSA & Herb Internship Manager

.Enjoy a presentation led by our beekeeper, Taylor Roman. Learn about the amazing biology and behavior of honey bees, how honey is made, and the importance of all bees and other pollinators in the production of food. This class can is geared towards anyone interested in the amazing world of honey bees! Weather permitting, a

Janelle will lead participants through the practice of making herbally scented hair teas for rebalancing the scalp, moisturizing the hair and adding a fresh scent. Herbs infused into oil will make up our fall salve, smoothed with beeswax and shea to protect the skin for the coming wind and the cold. Participants will make a

Tour the Garden and tea tasting with Fox Haven staff and learn about the plants that are ripe for harvest. From the ferny plant that made Absinthe to the root that made the first marshmallow to the flower that stops bleeding – we’ll tour the stories and senses that fill our garden. Participants are welcome

.Join us for fun, fitness, friends, and fresh air in this FREE Introduction to Nordic walking session through the trails at Fox Haven. Nordic walking uses two specially designed poles to work the upper body while walking (like cross country skiing). The poles are used by the arms to match each step taken. This low-impact

The more you see dangerous mushrooms, the more likely you are to recognize them. We’ll cover the specific ID features of the deadliest mushrooms along with look-a-likes for several tasty, edible specimens through an interactive PowerPoint with photos that each student can navigate at their own pace. We’ll also cover what mushroom toxicity feels like,

Come let your creativity run as wild as the flowers in this dried floral crafting workshop. Spend time with your friends and family as we craft a simple DIY project together, floral candles using dried flowers Native Mountain Farm. Led by author and activist, Natasha Bowens Blair, this is a heart-led event you won’t want

In this 2 hour session, the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy trained guide Josh Schwartz of A Greener Mind will walk you through sensory invitations to help you slow down, awaken your senses, and reconnect with nature. Location This event will take place in Fox Haven's 3-acre organically-managed heritage apple orchard located about 1/4

. Join us for fun, fitness, friends, and fresh air in this introduction to Nordic walking session through the trails at Fox Haven. Nordic walking uses two specially designed poles to work the upper body while walking (like cross country skiing). The poles are used by the arms to match each step taken. This low-impact