LRCFS Wild Plants Symposium at DeSoto State Park May 28-29


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LRCFS Old-time Natural Remedies Workshop May 28

      Learn how our ancestors used the native plants of the region to cure their ills. Join botanist Francine Hutchinson for a presentation of local healing herbs, and learn how to grow many of them yourself.

• Date: Friday, May 28, 2004
• Where: DeSoto State Park Campground (Nature Center in case of rain)
• Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
• Fee: No fee or registration

Medicinal Plants Workshop May 29

      For centuries, local residents have used hundreds of different species of medicinal plants found in our forests. Come learn about many of them with botanist Francine Hutchinson. This workshop will include demonstrations, short hikes, and instructions on herbal preparations. Sustainable, legal collection is emphasized, along with guidelines from herbalist organizations. Participants should bring a lunch and other light-hike needs. Pre-registration is required.

• Date: Saturday, May 29, 2004
• Where: Meet at DeSoto State Park Nature Center
• Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Fee: $20/person

Edible Plants of Little River Canyon May 29

      There are many wild plants that have a wide range of uses-some taste great, some can cure your ills, but some can kill! Join botanist Francine Hutchinson for a presentation on what's safe and tasty, and what's not.

• Date: Saturday, May 29, 2004
• Where: DeSoto State Park Campground (Nature Center in case of rain)
• Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
• Fee: No fee or registration

For more information contact Renee Morrison, LRCFS, at rmorrison@jsu.edu or at Ext. 5697.

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