Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk and Workshop
Where
Program Location: Park Office
Main Park Address: Hayfields State Park, 524 Hayfields Lane, McDowell, VA 24458.
When
Sept. 19, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Interested in learning about different edible and medicinal plants found at Hayfields?
Join Master Naturalist Steve Pullinger for a walk around the park to identify and learn about different plants and how to process them. From foraging ethics to functional uses like cordage, explore what Steve has to share!
Be sure to wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather, and bring water to drink.
Registration is required, please call the park office (540-396-4489) to register. There is no fee for this workshop but a cash donation to the Friends of Hayfields State Park is encouraged.
Steve Pullinger first attended several Tom Brown workshops over 35 years ago and has been a student and practitioner ever since. Steve is a Master Naturalist, organic gardener (and past homesteader), a street EMT for 20 years. Steve has taught Wilderness survival (using Paleo skill sets), edible and medicinal plant walks, brain tanning hides and more over the last 3 decades.
Meet at the Park Office.
Contact the park (540-396-4489) or email ashley.zickefoose@dcr.virginia.gov for more details.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-396-4489
Email Address: Hayfields@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Outdoor/Nature/Natural History | Special Event
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