About this Event
MEET AT THE PARK ENTRANCE
What’s included:
- A deeper sense of calm, groundedness, and connection to nature
- Step-by-step instructions to identify 5–10 local wild plants or mushrooms (plus tips to avoid lookalikes)
- Insight into the cultural, medicinal, or edible uses of the plants you meet
- Simple tools to keep plant ID safe, respectful, and beginner-friendly
- The comfort of knowing you don’t need to talk much, perform, or “know stuff” to belong here
Description:
Come join us as we learn about plants + fungi, hang with friends new and old, and nurture our relationship to nature and each other. Your friendly guide, Jessica, will lead a guided walk, where we'll talk about plants and fungi. Some examples include Chicken of the Woods, madrone fruit, prickly pear cactus, lemonade berry, lilly pilly, Natal plum, mallow, dandelion, nasturtium, mustard, and other delights. You will learn how to begin identifying these on your own, avoid poisonous lookalikes, prepare finds for functional use (eating, decorating, etc), and gain insight into Traditional Chinese Medicine and holistic health. Ultimately, you'll gain newfound respect and joy for the planet we call home.
Host:
Jessica Lin (she/her) is a forager and gardener, fascinated by natural delights like fun, curly vines and heart-shaped leaves. She is internationally known for her workshops and events, which offer a heartfelt alternative to club and party scenes. From Queer Board Games to Japanese Stab Binding (DIY Journal Making), you're sure to have a great time! Attendees have described her 5-star offerings as neurodivergent friendly, diverse, unique, authentic, and warm. Her inclusive and engaging workshops have been featured on TV (Spectrum and CBS/KCal), the LA Times, LAist, and more. To book a custom event or inquire about speaking, schedule a free consultation today! Email: [email protected].
Parking:
FREE street parking (remember to read signs)
Accessibility:
• Unpaved terrain, including wood chips, roads, & cement
• Bathroom at the park next door
• Image descriptions for visually impaired folks
• Experience working with folks who are autistic, disabled, deaf/hard of hearing, English language learners, etc.
• Kids 4 and under come free (one per paying/supervisory adult)
Notes:
- This workshop is only offered in American English at the moment.
- No refunds --> Please purchase a transfer ticket if you'd like to reschedule.
- By signing up, you agree to be added to the email newsletter, photographed at events, and indemnify Beyond the Body, Jessica T. Lin, and affiliates from any and all liability.
- To respect everyone's comfort level and preferences, please leave pets at home unless they're service animals.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Ballona Discovery Park, 13110 Bluff Creek Drive, Los Angeles, United States
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