12th October - Mushroom Foraging with Dave Winnard
12th October - Mushroom Foraging with Dave Winnard
About the day:
10am: Meet & talk*
10.15am: Head off for foraging
12.15pm: Return to the Walled Garden for a light lunch (included in your ticket)
1pm: Finish
You will learn:
Why mushrooms are important.
How to identify mushrooms and their habitats.
About edible and poisonous mushrooms.
*Please wear sensible shoes and bring a raincoat.
About Dave:
David Winnard created Discover the Wild whose background in wildlife started when he was 5. David gained first class honours degree in wildlife photography before starting Discover the Wild, where his aim is to share his passion for identifying species and to help people forage safely and sustainable for wild foods.
He is one of the most respected foragers and naturalists in the North of England and Wales, having worked with and for organisations including the BBC, RSPB, Lancashire Wildlife Trust, City of Trees, Groundwork, Brockholes as well as many local councils, groups and organisations. He also works closely with a number of gin companies helping them use wild plants and fungi in their drinks.
Bird Watching and Identifying Morning with Dave Winnard
Bird Watching and Identifying Morning with Dave Winnard
About the day:
8am: Arrive and introductions
8:05am: Set off for the walk around the Estate
10am: Return to the Walled Garden for a hot drink and a snack from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop
8am: Finish
Please bring layers, and some warm and waterproof shoes.
This session is suitable for children.
Spring Foraging Walk with Dave Winnard
Spring Foraging Walk with Dave Winnard
About the day:
10am: Arrive and introductions, while enjoying a hot drink and a snack from our award-winning Farm Shop
10:15am: Set off for the walk around the Estate
12pm: Return to the Walled Garden for a hot drink
12:30pm: Finish
Please bring layers, and some warm and waterproof shoes.
This session is suitable for children.
Mushroom Foraging with Dave Winnard
Mushroom Foraging on Hawarden Estate with Dave Winnard
About the day
10am: Meet & talk*
10.15am: Head off for foraging
12.15pm: Return to the Walled Garden for a light lunch (included in your ticket)
1pm: Finish
You will learn
Why mushrooms are important
How to identify mushrooms and their habitats
About edible and poisonous mushrooms
*Please wear sensible shoes and bring a raincoat.