Teen Earth Skills Series: Session 1: Wild Foods & Foraging

Friday, September 19, 2025 3:00 PM
Sunday, September 21, 2025 12:00 PM

Ft Washington State Park 500 South Bethlehem Pike Fort Washington, PA, 19034 United States (map)

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**Join Us!**

All Sessions open to
Teens ages 13-17

Starting this fall, join us for a Teen Series of 5 themed weekends held in beautiful locations from West Virginia to New Jersey. Each gathering dives deep into essential Earth skills and ancient know-how that will empower teens to learn more about the world around them and themselves.

Session 1: Wild Foods & Foraging - September 19-21, 2025 - Ft. Washington State Park, PA

Step into the world of edible and medicinal plants with special guest Liz Neves, published author of Northeast Medicinal Plants: Identify, Harvest, and Use 111 Wild Herbs for Health and Wellness, a copy of the book is included in your registration, and 4EEE instructors. Spend the weekend learning how to identify, gather, and prepare wild foods and medicines in a respectful and sustainable way. From roots to berries, we’ll unlock the secrets of the forest pantry — and you’ll never look at the plants around you the same way again.

All Sessions open to Teens ages 13-17

Logistics Info:

Arrival: Friday, Sept 19, between 3-4pm.
Departure: Sunday, Sept 21, 12pm noon.
Exact address for drop off/pick up will be provided closer to the program date.

Meals:

All main meals included - dinner on Friday; breakfast/lunch/dinner on Saturday; breakfast on Sunday.
* Please pack any snacks or beverages the participant would like in addition to meals (granola bars, hot chocolate, tea, etc.)
* Participants will be asked to participate in the meal offerings

Suggested packing list:

Tent and tarp
A warm sleeping bag (it can get chilly at night)
Sleeping Pad
Cool weather clothing (best to bring extra layers just in case!)
Rain Gear
Hat, Beanie and Gloves
Two pairs of seasonally appropriate shoes
Headlamp / Flashlight
Bandana / Blindfold
Water Bottle
Small backpack / drawstring bag
Eating Utensils: Bowl, plate, cup, spoon, fork
Towel
Toiletry items (biodegradable soap only please)
Journal and writing utensil
Bug repellent, preferably natural and non-toxic
Non-folding carving knife (we have some to borrow or purchase if you do not have one)
Tweezers for tick removal