Wildlife Moth Morning (Windmill Hill City Farm)

A morning of meeting moths that depend on edible plants.

Last time we met the plants that moth. and caterpillars lovee, this time we're meeting the moths themselves as they emerge in the morning.

Expect to see new colours, shapes and textures as we unbox our overnight moth trap, revealing the beautiful and surprising moth species that were flew in while we slept. We'll also learn about the edible medicines these moths love too. Check out Charlie + Willow at BS3 Moth club.

Open to all, as always, whatever your experience of foraging so far, this is a collective space for people who want to meet for walking together, making new friends, sharing thoughts and learning new things.

What to expect:
(Windmill Hill City Farm's wonderful cafe will be open for from 9am for any pre-moth fuel, and after we finish for brunch)
09.30am - we will meet at Reception at Windmill Hill City Farm and walk to their Wildlife Garden. Address is: Philip Street, Bedminster, Bristol, BS3 4EA (some free parking in surrounding residential roads). We will delve into moth identification and have cups of tea whilst learning about the flowers, leaves and trees that moths love in the city. We'll have lots of opportunity to chat, ask questions, share knowledge, recipes and experiences.

What to bring:
- everything you'd need for a comfortable time outside like water, a notepad, comfy clothes and shoes

Travel: the meeting point is Windmill Hill City Farm, Philip Street, Bedminster, Bristol, BS3 4EA. The number 74, 75 and 76 all stop nearby. We'll stay at the farm for the whole time!

Accessibility:
The farm has have accessible toilets and some areas of the farm are wheelchair accessible. However, some paths get muddy, so we cannot guarantee access at all times. The friendly team are always hand to provide advice and assistance.

Safety and community care: to keep everyone safe, please do not attend if you are actively infectious with a cold, cough or other illness. Bristol Foraging Group is a neurodivergent, trans-inclusive, LGBTQIA+ friendly space in nature, all are welcome.

Payment for these sessions goes towards ensuring they can continue at low cost, but if you aren't able to cover this, we have bursary spaces available for you, no questions asked! Let us know (email maria@healingweeds.co.uk) and say you'd like to join!

Refunds: Swaps preferred over refunds - if you can't make it on the day, you're welcome to exchange your space for another date you can attend in future, just get in touch to swap over.