Plants with a Purpose

Fontainebleau State Park
October 10, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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October 10th, 2026 10:00AM - October 10th, 2026 12:00PM
October 24th, 2026 10:00AM - October 24th, 2026 12:00PM
November 14th, 2026 10:00AM - November 14th, 2026 12:00PM
November 28th, 2026 10:00AM - November 28th, 2026 12:00PM
December 12th, 2026 10:00AM - December 12th, 2026 12:00PM
December 26th, 2026 10:00AM - December 26th, 2026 12:00PM
January 9th, 2027 10:00AM - January 9th, 2027 12:00PM
January 23rd, 2027 10:00AM - January 23rd, 2027 12:00PM
February 13th, 2027 10:00AM - February 13th, 2027 12:00PM
February 27th, 2027 10:00AM - February 27th, 2027 12:00PM
March 13th, 2027 10:00AM - March 13th, 2027 12:00PM
March 27th, 2027 10:00AM - March 27th, 2027 12:00PM

Wild plants, wisdom-inspired, knowledge for everyone.

Discover the edible and medicinal plants of Fontainebleau! Join the Interpretive Ranger for a short presentation in our Conference Room, followed by a guided walk (weather permitting) exploring the hidden pantry and pharmacy of the forest and marshes. Along the way, you'll learn how people once identified, used, and respected the edible and medicinal plants of this region. This program is for educational purposes only. No collecting or tasting will take place within the park.

Tour will begin at the Visitors Center each 2nd/4th Saturday morning at 10:00.

Dates: 10/10, 10/24, 11/14, 11/21, 12/12, 12/26, 1/9, 1/23, 2/13, 2/27, 3/13, 3/27

Routes vary and change according to the season, so every session will have some differences. There is no registration or added fees required but check in on our Facebook event if you would like.

Total walking distance around 1-1/4 miles. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear. Walks subject to the weather.

Items you may want to bring: Clipboard, notebook/sketch book, writing/drawing utensils, camera, walking stick, bug spray, and an appetite for learning.

Park day use entry fees apply:
$3 per person
Children 3 & Under: FREE
Seniors 62+: FREE

ADA: Visitors with disabilities who would like to enjoy the trails may request use of the Action Trackchair at no extra cost which provides full mobility throughout the park. Go to our reservation website (lastateparks.com), click Make a Reservation, and look at "Other Rentals".