🌿 Beginner Plant Identification Walk in Jefferson Memorial Forest

$0.00

South Louisville • Family‑Friendly • Slow‑Paced

📅 Date & Time July 18th, 2026 • 6:30–7:30 PM

Hey y’all! Come join us for a gentle half‑mile beginner foraging hike where we’ll explore the plants growing right in our own backyard. This walk is perfect for anyone who has ever wondered, “What is this plant?” or wanted to feel more confident identifying the edible and medicinal species around them.

🌱 What We’ll Cover During our walk, we’ll move at an unhurried pace and learn:

  • How to observe leaf arrangement and other simple ID clues

  • Basic botanical terms that make plant identification easier

  • How to safely begin foraging in your own neighborhood

  • The ecological roles of the plants we meet along the path

This is a supportive, beginner‑friendly space — no experience needed. Just curiosity and comfortable shoes.

🌼 Who This Is For Families, total beginners, and folks wanting to reconnect with nature. Anyone who wants to learn how to identify common plants with confidence.

🌟 This is a FREE Community Event No fees, no charges — just learning and connection. Children may attend and must have a ticketed parent or guardian with them.

To keep this a cozy, supportive learning space where everyone can ask questions and be heard, group size is capped at 20 participants. Free ticket required to reserve your spot.

🌳 What to Bring Comfortable walking shoes, water, notebook (optional) An open heart and a curious mind

🌸 Where We’ll Meet Jefferson Memorial Forest Exact meeting spot will be emailed after registration to keep the group manageable and the location protected.

Please come prepared for warm temperatures, light humidity, and increased insect activity. As the sun begins to set, the woods come alive — expect gentle breezes, shifting light, and a peaceful wind‑down pace perfect for plant identification and mindful movement.

***We will not be harvesting any plants, only identifying them***

South Louisville • Family‑Friendly • Slow‑Paced

📅 Date & Time July 18th, 2026 • 6:30–7:30 PM

Hey y’all! Come join us for a gentle half‑mile beginner foraging hike where we’ll explore the plants growing right in our own backyard. This walk is perfect for anyone who has ever wondered, “What is this plant?” or wanted to feel more confident identifying the edible and medicinal species around them.

🌱 What We’ll Cover During our walk, we’ll move at an unhurried pace and learn:

  • How to observe leaf arrangement and other simple ID clues

  • Basic botanical terms that make plant identification easier

  • How to safely begin foraging in your own neighborhood

  • The ecological roles of the plants we meet along the path

This is a supportive, beginner‑friendly space — no experience needed. Just curiosity and comfortable shoes.

🌼 Who This Is For Families, total beginners, and folks wanting to reconnect with nature. Anyone who wants to learn how to identify common plants with confidence.

🌟 This is a FREE Community Event No fees, no charges — just learning and connection. Children may attend and must have a ticketed parent or guardian with them.

To keep this a cozy, supportive learning space where everyone can ask questions and be heard, group size is capped at 20 participants. Free ticket required to reserve your spot.

🌳 What to Bring Comfortable walking shoes, water, notebook (optional) An open heart and a curious mind

🌸 Where We’ll Meet Jefferson Memorial Forest Exact meeting spot will be emailed after registration to keep the group manageable and the location protected.

Please come prepared for warm temperatures, light humidity, and increased insect activity. As the sun begins to set, the woods come alive — expect gentle breezes, shifting light, and a peaceful wind‑down pace perfect for plant identification and mindful movement.

***We will not be harvesting any plants, only identifying them***