Now in its ninth 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 like willow, witch hazel, and Paw Paw, you’ll gain practical

Growing herbs from seed to tea is a rewarding and educational journey for anyone interested in herbalism and gardening. In this workshop, we will delve into the fundamentals of starting herbs from seed. As we sip on tea from last year's harvest, you'll have the opportunity to begin planning your herb garden with guidance from

Needle felting is a tension-reducing, simple, and gratifying fiber craft. Natalie will provide a pattern and hands-on instructions and tips on how to make these cute bluejays! This project is designed for a beginner and you don't need to be good at drawing or sculpting to make a lovely bluejay. We will provide everything you

Join us for a cozy evening filled with beautiful scents and soulful poetry!Immerse yourself in a sensory experience like no other as perfumer, facilitator, and published author Mary Adelle Walters guides you into the creative, sensual realms of perfumery and prose. Bring along your favorite herbal perfume or hand craft one onsite using essential oils.

Set aside some time and space to decompress as we embrace the season of introspection and dreams. In this half-day workshop, treat yourself to a deep stretch, mindset recalibration, and a nourishing plant-based brunch. This half-day retreat is designed to awaken your senses, nurture your dreams, and connect you deeply with the rhythms of nature.

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 a fruitful year.

Join us for a community nature walk through the serene landscapes of Fox Haven Farm. This event is designed to provide a safe and inclusive space for queer individuals to gather, celebrate their identities, and immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world among a supportive, newfound friends. Folks who join will get to

Are you fascinated by the mysterious world of fungi? Join us for a series that will have you thinking like a mycologist in order to confidently identify mushrooms in the wild. You’ll learn key identification skills and concepts, including must-know ID tools needed to accurately classify edible mushrooms from their toxic look-a-likes, as well as

Foraging for wild food is a great way to experience the natural world, but it is essential to learn how to do so safely. In this class, you’ll receive an overview of our top five seasonal wild edibles as a segway into learning the anatomy of mushrooms and foraging safety. You’ll also receive hands-on experience

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 edible and medicinal uses of these trees and when

Learn practical ways to reduce waste by turning your food scraps into soil! Reduce waste and make a positive impact with simple, sustainable practices. This workshop covers the basics of composting and recycling, offering straightforward guidance to help you adopt environmentally friendly practices in your daily life. During the workshop, you’ll learn: How to set

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

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

Curious about joining Fox Haven’s Fresh Herb CSA? In this free online info session, we’ll walk you through what to expect.Get all the details about the CSA (Community Supported Agriculture), meet your teacher, and ask any questions you may have—no obligation, just insight and inspiration!In this free online info session, we’ll walk you through how

Work through climate worry in this creative workshop. Are you concerned about climate change and wondering how to channel your feelings into meaningful action? As we navigate environmental challenges, it’s natural to experience a mix of emotions. But what if hopeful futures are already beginning to emerge around us?   Join Nichole as she leads

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

The ability to identify wild edibles is fun, but the knowledge of what toxic species exist in the area is essential. In this class, we’ll cover ID features of some of the deadliest mushrooms in our area and look-a-likes that can easily be misidentified with an untrained eye. We’ll also cover what to do if

*Canceled due to rain - we invite you to join our Open House on May 31st for a free birding lesson: https://foxhavenfarm.org/events/free-open-house-at-fox-haven-farm-in-frederick-md/ Come see what all the chirping’s about! Join us at Fox Haven Farm for a fun, hands-on birding class where we’ll explore the fields, woods, and skies to spot some of nature’s most

Looking for a sustainable alternative to plastic wrap? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to make your own reusable beeswax wraps! These versatile, eco-friendly wraps are perfect for keeping your food fresh while reducing waste. All materials will be provided, and you'll leave with your own set of custom-made wraps to take

Jared Urchek is no stranger to the forest. Join us for this special forage to see what spring bounty lies along the trails of Frederick’s Municipal Forest. This beginner’s workshop will introduce you to the easy to identify, edible species of mushrooms that can be found in the Maryland area during the Spring months. The