DISCOVER THE EDIBLE LANDSCAPE of the San Jacinto Battleground. In the 1830s, the prairie and marshlands surrounding the San Jacinto Battleground were rich with native edible plants. Indigenous communities and early Texian settlers relied on these natural resources for sustenance. Thanks to dedicated prairie restoration volunteers efforts, many of these native plants have returned to the landscape.
Join Dr. Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen, a renowned foraging expert from Foraging Texas, for a guided walk through the historic battleground. Participants will learn how to identify and forage for wild edible plants in their natural habitat.
The activity level is Easy to Moderate; the walk will be on an unpaved trail through the prairie, so wear closed-toed shoes, dress for the day's weather, and bring water and bug spray. The program is geared toward teens and adults.
Cost: $75 per person, $60 for museum members, and the program is limited to 24 people. Advance registration is required. Purchase your ticket to reserve your space.