Dandelion Dig, Nourish and Drink

Need a reason to get outside with others in Winter?

Want to discover the delights of dandelion roots for your body, mind and soul?

What to expect on a dandelion digging event

On this Dandelion Digging event we'll gather together around a fire and drink spiced dandelion caffeine-free 'coffee' before setting off with spades to honour the earth and the humble dandelion with all its nourishing goodness. Dandelion roots are at their best in winter, and as our hands touch the mood-enhancing soil we can start to get to know their amazing health giving qualities.

• Enjoy time outdoors with others
• A day in nature, with fire, shelter and the raw elements of soil and food
• A welcome drink of spiced dandelion 'coffee' (caffeine-free roasted dandelion roots)
• Discover the health benefits of dandelion roots from promoting good gut bacteria to helping to detox the body
• Time together digging up dandelion roots in a respectful and nature-friendly way
• Hot winter soup topped with fried dandelion leaves
• Learn about the process of making dandelion 'coffee'
• Go away with your own roots to process and enjoy in drinks and food
• Opportunity to buy copies of Rachel's foraging books.

Who is this event for? Anyone* wanting to share time in nature with others, learn about wild food and do a physical activity together. This day will be both active and reflective and involves time outside to help build resilience and good feelings in the winter months.

*Each course I have 2 'pay what you can places'. If the price inhibits you from attending and means you won't be able to pay for life's essentials, please get in touch. Honesty expected, no questions asked.

Itinerary:

Start: Join around the fire and enjoy warm, spiced and wild drinks while arriving together

Dig: Head out to the fields to start spotting dandelions and digging them up to use for food and drink

Lunch: Warm up with a hot bowl of winter soup, topped with freshly fried dandelion greens

Learn: Together we'll begin to process the roots, learning through this hands on experience, answering questions and leaving inspired and ready for the pleasures of the indoors. Leave with your roots to use at home!

What to bring and wear: Please read what to bring notes. Please bring EXTRA layers and be prepared for ALL weathers!

Meet: Higher Keigwin Farm, Pendeen, Penzance TR19 7TS.

Min/Max numbers: 4-8 adults. You are welcome to come alone or with others.

Dogs: No dogs due to cattle at the farm

Further reading: Read more about The Dandelion Project, plus FAQs, books, blog