Wildcrafting: Summer Wreaths and Herbal Salves - Sunday, August 23, 2026
Sunday, August 23: Learn to make your own soothing herbal salve and wild-crafted wreath from seasonal plants that we find at VMF's Volcan Mountain Nature Center.
VMF's Outdoor Naturalist Educator, Janice Smith, will lead a walk around the nature center to identify and collect plants and other botanical items for each project. Wreaths are a beautiful and natural way to celebrate the summer season and decorate your home.
This hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners and nature enthusiasts alike. All materials are provided — just bring your sense of curiosity.
Date: Sunday, August 23
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Due to the gated entry for VMF's Volcan Mountain Nature Center, please plan to arrive by 9:45 am
Cost: $35 per person. Space is limited to 12 participants.
Bring: Water, snacks, and/or lunch
Location: VMF's Volcan Mountain Nature Center in Julian.(22850 Volcan Road/4002 Farmer Road, Julian, CA 92036).
Wildcrafting workshops are generally held every other month on the 4th Sunday of the month from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Holidays might change the date of the workshops.
You can contact the VMF office with questions or for more information at 760-765-2300 or contact Janice at education@volcanmt.org.
Wildcrafting is the age-old practice of collecting or harvesting plants from their natural habitat, or “wild” habitat, for food, medicine, or craft. It applies to uncultivated plants wherever they might be found and is not necessarily limited to wilderness areas. Ethical considerations and sustainable behaviors are practiced, such as protecting endangered species and avoiding potential depletion of commonly held resources. The practice of sustainable wildcrafting requires making a commitment to develop your knowledge and connection to the natural landscape, deepen your local sense of place, and take responsibility for its regeneration for future generations. For more information, please watch VMF's 10 Best Practices for Foraging Wild, Edible Plants.
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