Learn about local plants, pints at walk along Paulinskill Walk

| 15 Jul 2016 | 02:49

    — Angry Erik Brewing and Heather Housekeeper, aka The Botanical Hiker, will host a nature walk along the Paulinskill Trail on Sunday, July 31, 1-4 p.m.
    Ever wonder what edible and medicinal plants can be found along your favorite wooded trails or even in your own backyard? Join the Botanical Hiker for a walk on the Paulinskill Trail where she will introduce you to these plants, along with techniques on how to harvest and prepare them for delicious treats and healthful medicines. This walk will be easy-going with lots of stops along the way to talk all things plants.
    The walk will lead you to Angry Erik Brewing, where you will tour the brewhouse and enjoy a pint or sampler of some of the freshest and most local beer available, included in the cost of the walk.
    Pre-register by emailing ashley@angryerik.com by Friday, July 29.
    Heather Housekeeper, aka The Botanical Hiker, is a certified herbalist, long-distance hiker and author. She has thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail, North Carolina’s 1,200 mile Mountains to Sea Trail (twice) and set the record as the first person to hike the 1,000 mile Finger Lakes Trail System in one continuous trek.
    Angry Erik Brewing is located at 10 Millpond Drive, Unit #8, Lafayette. The cost is $25 and includes a sampler or pint of beer at Angry Erik Brewing.