Wild Roots, Corms, Rhizomes and Tubers (1 Day) • $80.00

Jerusalem Artichoke Wild Sarsaparilla, Jerusalem Artichoke, Burdock, Dandelion, Chicory, Salsify, Prairie Turnip, Thistle, False Soloman’s Seal, Bugelweed (Spring), Wild Licorice.

Prerequisite: None

Age Requirements:

You must be over 18 years of age to attend this course unaccompanied.
Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Each place booked is for one person only, so each course attendee must have their own booking.
This course is not suitable for young people under the age of twelve.

Hospitality:

During the day, we will provide fresh fruit, cookies, drinking water, tea and coffee.

Participants must bring their own bag lunch and any personal snacks. We will take two, 15 minute Coffee Breaks and one, 30 minute Lunch Break during the course of the day. Please plan ahead and arrive fully prepared, as the nearest stores may not be attainable.

Gear:

You are welcome to make, or buy, your own gear. Although we would like to encourage you to be as self-reliant as possible, all gear used by students in the course must meet the safety standards of the Quartermaster. In some cases, it may be wise to contact the Quartermaster if you have any questions or doubts about gear crafting projects you would like to undertake in preparation or if you would like to make substitutions to the items listed on the Standard Clothing and Equipment Checklist (Day).

Course Schedules and Specifications:

The Wild Roots, Corms, Rhizomes and Tubers Course is offered several times a year, in different conditions, seasons and locations in Canada. Check the list below and read the specifications carefully to make sure that you are signing up for the right course.