Milkweed Alison MEEHAN, July 1, 2017July 1, 2017, Uncategorized, 0 Milkweed (Family Asclepiadaceaeis) another plant native to central Virginia. It’s POISONOUS and edible. How does that work? Well, you have Continue reading
Wood Sorrel Alison MEEHAN, July 1, 2017July 8, 2017, Uncategorized, 0 Wood sorrel (Oxalis spp.) is a common weed in central VA. It has 5-petaled yellow flowers and a delicious, lemony Continue reading
Chicory Alison MEEHAN, June 17, 2017July 1, 2017, Uncategorized, 0 Chicory is a neat plant for coffee and tea lovers. It doesn’t contain any caffeine, but it tastes similar. To make Continue reading
5 Reasons to Teach Your Kids Wild Edible Plants Alison MEEHAN, June 2, 2017October 21, 2017, Uncategorized, 0 My kids started learning what to eat from the forest as soon as they could walk. At the same time, Continue reading
The Backyard Camp Out Alison MEEHAN, April 23, 2017November 11, 2020, Uncategorized, 0 I’m amazed time and time again by how much my kids LOVE backyard camp outs. To kids who are 2 and Continue reading
TRACKS AND ROOTS Alison MEEHAN, April 2, 2017July 15, 2019, Uncategorized, 0 Explore. Play. Learn. Join us in this outdoor classroom in Glen Allen, VA. Continue reading
15 Reasons Why Kids Need Nature Alison MEEHAN, March 31, 2017November 11, 2020, Uncategorized, Forest Preschool, Kids, Nature, Nature Awareness, Ourdoors, Play, Wilderness, 0 Nature is essential to growing healthy, competent children. Time in the backyard, going to a park, gardening, or exploring an Continue reading