Thursday, March 11, 2027 · 10:00 AM
Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary — 500 Walk Hill St., Mattapan, MA
Some of the most useful plants of early spring are often the ones growing through the cracks in your sidewalk. Learn to harvest and transform flowers, leaves, roots, bark, and berries into nourishing teas, starting with common finds like broadleaf and narrowleaf plantain, dandelion, and chickweed. You will explore the difference between an infusion and a decoction, while learning their history and identifying features of plants you can find in any Boston neighborhood. Many of the herbs come freshly harvested from the Boston Food Forest and the Clark-Cooper Community Garden, bringing the flavor of our own community into each cup. To finish, you will brew and taste a variety of blends and savor their comforting, restorative qualities. This program is free for Dot Rx members. Email [email protected] to register. This program includes an outdoor walk and exploration on the sanctuary's flat trails, then moves indoors for the tea brewing. Early March conditions can leave the surfaces muddy or icy. In the event of severe weather conditions, the program may be cancelled or postponed. More details on what to bring and expect will be emailed to you ahead of the program.
Free to attend.