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Saturday, April 11th | 11:00 AM | Shorefront Park and Patchogue Preserve | Free | Limited to 20 participants; registration requiredSpring begins quietly. Small changes start to appear in the soil, along the trail edges, and in the trees overhead. This is one of the best times of year to slow down and really see what is happening on the land.
Join us for a Miracle Mile Walk, a guided foraging and trail study experience through the redeaigned Shorefront Park and the little known Patchogue Preserve. We will cover approximately 1 mile over about 2 hours at a steady, unhurried pace.
As we walk, we will explore:
- Early edible and usable plants as they begin to emerge
- Natural materials that can be gathered and used
- Animal sign and movement patterns
- Subtle seasonal changes across the landscape
This walk also introduces the idea of ground study; learning a specific place over time through observation, interaction, and return visits. Participants are encouraged to take notes, sketch, or simply track what they notice as the foundation of their own Miracle Mile.
We’ll also touch on simple tools and apps that can support your learning in the field, helping you identify plants, track what you find, and build confidence over time without replacing your own observation and experience.
This experience is guided, safe, and beginner-friendly. No experience is needed.
What to Bring
- Dress for the weather; layers are recommended
- Waterproof footwear or boots; mud and puddles are likely
- Optional: small bag or basket for gathering (if appropriate)
- Optional: notebook and pencil for journaling or field notes
- Optional: simple tools such as a knife, clippers, or small trowel
Important Notes
- This is a family-friendly walk; participants should be comfortable covering uneven terrain over the full distance
- All foraging will be guided and discussed before any harvesting takes place
- We practice respectful, ethical interaction with the land
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, April 11th
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Shorefront Park and the Patchogue Preserve (Parking at Shorefont Park, meet by the band shell)
Cost: Our first Miracle Mile at each location is free!
Capacity: Limited to 20 participants; registration required
This is the first in a series of Miracle Mile Walks at the location. Each visit builds on the last as the landscape shifts through the seasons.
Come walk with us. Slow down, take notice, and begin to see what is already there.
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Shorefront Park, Shorefront Park,Patchogue, New York, United States
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