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Forest Foraging
Where
Program Location: Bay View Trailhead
Main Park Address: Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton, VA 22079.
When
July 12, 2025. 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Plants are far more than just part of the park's scenery, many plants have a wide variety of uses for humans. Dozens of plants we see every day can be used for food or medicine if you know how! Virginia is host to countless native plants that are edible or medicinal and have been used by humans for centuries. From big fruit trees like paw paw and persimmons, to small flowers like violets and dandelions, plenty of common plants have uses that might surprise you. Come to our forest foraging hike and learn how you can get more out of nature!
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 703-339-2385
Email Address: MasonNeck@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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