Acorn Processing: The Ultimate Slow Food

14 N Main St,Mars Hill NC 28754

19 November, 2022

Description

We will be on a nutty ride together in this class. Learn the ins & outs of one of the oldest traditions of food acquisition known to peoples. You will obtain a clear understanding of all the steps involved in this somewhat complex & incredibly rewarding process. Plus you can taste an ancient food which is basically impossible to buy (Yes, there will be acorn treats) 🌰 Our presentation covers: 1) Oak identification 2) Acorn selection 3) Storage 4) Cracking & shelling 5) Winnowing + grinding 6) Efficient leaching methods 7) Recipes 🌳 This is a slightly advanced food to forage, but anyone can do it. You will definitely be feeling more connected with Oaks by the end of it. Looking forward to connecting over one of the most abundant and delicious foods on the planet. 🐿 About your instructor: Bryan is an avid forager and permaculturist who leads events on wild food foraging, land stewardship and ecotherapy. He holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology which he fuses with his passion for Earth-care to facilitate therapeutic nature-connection experiences. He has practiced & studied foraging extensively with many amazing teachers across the country. His mission is to build healing ecosystems to bring communities into a balanced relationship with the Earth and one another.