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This spectacularly scenic natural area will feature late spring foraging at its best. From the onset, We'll find herbs and greens such as chickweed, lamb's-quarters, violets, field garlic, and daylilies in sunny, open areas.

In the woods behind the nature center, we'll look for pungent garlic mustard, root beer-flavored sassafras, and spicy ramps.
Ramp Leaves

Ramp Shoots

This is the best-tasting member of the onion family. Use in any recipe calling for onions or shallots, such as Ramp Guacamole, and you won't believe how tasty this sought-after green can be.

Common milkweed, yarrow, and mullein should be growing in fields, while Asiatic dayflower, pokeweed, and greenbriar, all delicious, may be coming up along the edges of trails and woods.
The 60-minute talk begins at 70 Gracey Rd., Canton, CT at 2 PM, on Sunday, June 6, followed by a 60-minute walking tour beginning at 3 PM. In case of overflow crowds, a second 60-minute tour will begin at 4 PM.

The fee is $15 at the door, $10 for advance registration. Please call (860) 693-0263 to reserve a place.
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