We are meeting at a regular time and place (Third Thursday of each month at the Hub) to share and access collective wisdom, insight and experience regarding alternative approaches (permaculture plus) to providing for all of our needs (gardening and food security, water management, community fun and support systems, DIY, etc.)
Come share your interests and expertise, get ideas, input and practical support from others on your projects or ideas. Be part of developing a community to work and play with, a village of like-minded locals.
* * * * Next gathering November 21st
Mushroom Foraging with Dale Schedule: 9:30 AM - Meet at Andrea's Farm for setting up carpooling (address is 8350 Spring Valley RD NW Salem OR 97304) 10 AM - ETA Departure Time 3-4 PM - ETA Return time to Andrea's
What to bring: - Warm clothes (dress in layers) - Rain gear - Snacks and a non-heat lunch - Water - Sturdy footwear - Collection baskets and/or paper bags - Knife and small brush - ID Book/Field Guide if owned - Walking stick/poles if needed - Gas money for the carpool drivers - A whistle, and extra first aid kits if owned (we will be supplying these for the group, but extra are helpful) - And anything else you can think of that would be helpful
Safety Protocols to Review: 1. Carry a whistle (one blast - where are you? two blast - I am here three blast - I need help) 2. Follow your foray leaders, and walk in pairs 3. Carry a watch, compass, and GPS if owned 4. Agree on a time to return to start 5. Permaculture group will provide an on site first aid kit 6. Inform foray leaders if needing to leave the group.
We will have these protocols printed, and signed off on before leaving for the event. Foray leaders will also be designated and appointed with proper supplies. Hope to see many of you there! Let us know if you have any questions.