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WAKE, NC · SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Explore Ethnobotany: Celebrating Strawberries

Spend the day celebrating the strawberry season!

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The entrance arch of a North Carolina state park, woodcut illustration

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About the event

Spend the day celebrating the strawberry season! In this program, we will explore the relationship between people and the plants around them; this session will focus on strawberries. We will sample some yummy strawberry recipes while learning about the importance of ethnobotany and rich cultural history of strawberries both in North America and Europe. Then we will do a nature journaling exercise to reflect on the upcoming Strawberry Moon. Finally, we will practice sustainable harvesting at the Demo Garden and Food Forest so you can take home berries and a simple recipe. You are guaranteed to have a berry wonderful time! This program is recommended for ages 12+.

Schedule: May 17, 2026 Sunday from 10:45am to Noon

Duration: 1 hour 15 mins

Ages: 12 yrs +,

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