
🌿 Discover the Magic of Foraging: A Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure in Nature! 🌿
Looking for a fun family day out in nature that’s educational interactive and full of wonder? Join us for a family foraging course where grown-ups and children alike will learn to spot identify and even taste the wild edible treasures that grow all around us!
Led by our passionate and experienced foraging guide you and your family will enjoy a gentle nature walk through woodlands and meadows discovering edible plants trees and (maybe!) wild mushrooms. This hands-on outdoor learning experience for kids and parents is a fantastic way to reconnect with nature and each other.
🌼 What to Expect:
- 🕵️ Learn the basics of plant and mushroom identification in a safe family-friendly setting
- 🍃 Taste a few wild treats lovingly prepared and shared by your guide
- 🌿 Uncover one of nature’s most misnamed plants and become a “Name-it-Right” champion!
- 🍄 Spot seasonal mushrooms that may be popping up along our trail
- 🧙♀️ Enjoy fascinating tales folklore and history woven into every plant story
- 🥗 Take home easy wild food recipes you can try with your foraged finds
- 👣 Walk mostly flat terrain with a few natural detours—sturdy footwear recommended!
👧👦 Perfect for Families with Children:
We welcome curious kids of all ages! Throughout the foraging walk we’ll offer engaging activities designed especially for young explorers. Children can earn “smiling stars” by completing nature-based challenges—adults often can’t resist joining in the fun too!
Whether your family is new to foraging or already has a budding nature lover in the group this interactive outdoor activity is a perfect way to build confidence and curiosity in the wild world.
📍 Location:
The event will begin from the car park at Melton Mowbray Country Park or a nearby nature-rich reserve. We’ll confirm the exact starting point closer to the date choosing the most abundant foraging location to give you the best experience possible.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Melton Mowbray, United Kingdom