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Autumn Forage and Cooking on an open fire
- This session aims to provide teachers with the resources and knowledge to identify up to 5 common edible plant species
This session aims to provide teachers with the resources and knowledge to identify up to 5 common edible plant species. Be aware of the importance of positive identification, understanding the poisonous nature of some plants. Learn good practise in the harvesting and picking of wild plants, learn some traditional recipes and folklore remedies.
Curriculum link: Science (seasonal changes, plant classification & properties); Food Tech (outdoor cooking); PSHE (risk taking);
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Nature Ed
NatureEd CIC is a Community Interest Company working in an agreement with Rochdale Council and offering a wide range of dynamic environmental education activities from an education base at Hollingworth Lake.
Judy Alderson & Jude Murray are Directors of NatureEd CIC and freelance environmental educators. Judy also works part time as a Countryside Ranger for Rochdale Council and Jude is a sessional instructor with Oldham Outdoor & Environmental Education Service.
These CPD workshops are a chance to share our knowledge of hands-on eco-activities and our expertise as Level 3 Forest School Practitioners.