The Gifts of Urban Trees: Acorns and Ginkgo Nuts

UPDATE: We are confirmed that the rescheduled date is January 29th! If you already paid and can't make this date please get in touch for a refund.

Two major sources of high quality food go unharvested by humans all over Maine, from the streets of Portland and Augusta to the suburban yards across southern Maine to the great north woods. Acorns and Ginkgo nuts both require some work to collect and process into food, but with a bit of effort, know-how and tools to help they can be amazing sources of nutrition and flavor. In this class we will take you through the whole process of harvesting, processing and cooking both types of nuts. Once the food is done we will share a community meal. Please bring your potluck kit (cup, plate, fork etc) and a dish to share. Kids welcome and included. If you need to leave a bit early that's fine too. If this workshop is not affordable to you please get in touch about a scholarship or work-trade option.

Lisa Willey is a environmental scientist, ecology educator and life-long plant lover living with her family in Casco. She loves eating acorns and other wild foods. Find her on Instagram at @lisaunderscorewilley

Mihku Paul is a Maliseet writer and activist engaged in community organizing and outreach for Gedakina, Inc. She
facilitates a regular gathering for off-reservation urban Indigenous women in southern Maine.

Aaron Parker is a father, partner, plant person, educator and proprietor of Edgewood Nursery in Falmouth Maine. Find him on FB (https://www.facebook.com/EdgewoodNursery/) or the Edgewood web site (https://edgewood-nursery.com/).