Planting a Food Forest

16820 Black Rock Road,Germantown MD 20874

25 March, 2023

Description

Come help plant a forest that will feed generations to come! The Food Forest at Button Farm Living History Center will commemorate the tree crops that helped sustain Freedom Seekers on the Underground Railroad and celebrate our region's most well-adapted foods. Attendees will help plant trees by digging holes, planting trees and spreading mulch. The site has many existing roots in the soil which can make digging a bit of a challenege, so come prepared to break a sweat! Attendees should bring: WaterSnacks or a lunchClosed toe shoesA shovel if available