Events
Come join us for one of our classes, events, or activities!
Classes listed below are open to the public. If you are interested in booking a private class, workshop or group please email us at info@wildasterfarm.com
Spring Foraging Class 2023: Class is Full
Date: Saturday April 1, 2023
Cost: $25.00 per person
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Location: Wild Aster Farm
Age range: 12yrs+, Children must be accompanied by adultRegister Now for the Spring Foraging Class: Class is Full
Come learn what plants are available for foraging in our area in the early Spring. In this class we will go over some of the most prevalent spring herbs and wild edibles growing on the farm (and all around!). You will learn how to identify these plants, how to forage, when and where to forage, and how these plants are often used for food and medicine.
This class is for ages 12yr and up only. If you have any questions about whether this class will be a good fit for you or your child, please contact Melissa at info@wildasterfarm.com.
This class will take place outside on our farm. Please plan to attend in most weather conditions. If the weather is exceptionally bad, we may reschedule or cancel the class. Please plan to wear appropriate clothing and closed toe shoes for walking around a working farm!Register Now for the Spring Foraging Class Class is Full
Mother's Day Tea Pot Planter Class
Date: Saturday May 6, 2023, Registration Closes April 22, 2023
Cost: $55 planter included
$35 bring your own planter
Time: 2:00-4:00pm
Location: Wild Aster Farm
Age range: 8yrs+, children must be accompanied by an adult
Register for the Mother's Day Tea Pot Planter Class Now
Our Mother's Day Tea Pots were such a hit last year, we wanted to give you the opportunity to make your own! Bring your mom, your daughter, your sister, your friend, or anyone who you would like to celebrate this Mother's Day (or treat yourself!). In this class, you will make your own Mother's Day Tea Pot. The Mother's Day Tea Pot is a large planter filled with tasty and medicinal herbs for tea or other uses. Place your planter on your back porch and have herbs at your fingertips all season!
Seedlings will be provided for you to choose your 5 favorites. You will have the opportunity to put together your own combination of herbs in a planter to take home. Each participant will receive information on how to care for, harvest, and use the herbs they choose for their pots. Once you finish your planter, you are invited to stroll around the farm and pick some herbs/flowers to take home, or just relax by the pond with a cup of herbal tea!
*Large, black, plastic planters are included in the course cost, or you can bring your own planter for a discounted course price (please choose this option at checkout). If bringing your own planter, they need to be at least 18-24 inches in diameter to create a full “tea pot”.
Register for the Mother's Day Tea Pot Planter Class Now
June Herb Walk and Farm Tour: Registration Required
Date: Saturday June 17th, 2023
Cost: $10 per person, children 10yrs and under free
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Age Range: all ages
Registration for the June Herb Walk and Farm Tour
Come join us for an herb walk and farm tour. This is less structured than our other courses and activities. Participants will start with a tour of the farm, learning about how we grow our herbs, and why we grow! There will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions and explore each of the herbs that are abundant in the month of June. Participants are invited to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy time after the class to relax and enjoy the farm.
This class is for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult and must be under supervision at all times. Please keep in mind that this is a working farm and we do have uneven ground, a pond, livestock, and a various other potential hazards. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather on the day of the Herb Walk. It is recommended to bring sun protection, water, snacks, and a notebook (if you want to take notes!). No pets please.
Registration for the June Herb Walk and Farm Tour
September Herb Walk and Farm Tour: Registration Required
Date: TBD
Cost: $10 per adult, $5 per child ages 6-18yrs, children 5yrs and under free
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Age Range: all ages
Registration for the September Herb Walk and Farm Tour Coming Soon
Come join us for an herb walk and farm tour. This is less structured than our other courses and activities. Participants will start with a tour of the farm, learning about how we grow our herbs, what herbs we grow, and why we grow! Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and explore each of the herbs that are abundant in the month of September. Participants are invited to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy time after the class to relax and enjoy the farm.
This class is for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult and must be under supervision at all times. Please keep in mind that this is a working farm and we do have uneven ground, a pond, livestock, and a various other potential hazards. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather on the day of the Herb Walk. It is recommended to bring sun protection, water, snacks, and a notebook (if you want to take notes!). No pets please.
Registration for the September Herb Walk and Farm Tour Coming Soon
Willow Branch Crafting Class
Date: October TBD
Cost: $30
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Age Range: Adults only
Registration for Willow Branch Crafting Class Coming Soon
This is a unique opportunity to make your own Fall, Christmas or other Willow Branch decorations from scratch! Participants will harvest their own willow branch’s and materials from the property. Then, with instruction, make either a wreath, cornucopia, willow ball, or small table top Willow Branch Tree. Or make whatever you are drawn to create! Participants will have access to previously picked and dried flowers or can forage fresh and naturally dried items from the farm to add decorations to their willow branch craft.
This class is for adults only. It is recommended to wear muck boots or waterproof boots as the willows grow along the edges of the pond. Dress accordingly for the weather as we will be outside the entire class. We will provide clippers and gloves as needed, but if you have a favorite pair, please plan to bring those.