Plant Walk & Nature Journaling with Candise 8/2 at 10am

Piloted in 2021, "WELLderness: An Outdoor Wellness Series" was developed to bring members of the community together (in person and online) to engage in activities that would have a positive impact on their physical and mental health and well-being. Throughout the year, people have the opportunity to participate in FREE events that center around fostering better connections to self and the environment.

**Masks are no longer required. They remain optional for those who wish to wear one during a Friends event**

About the Instructor

Candise Jordan is a Permaculture Farmer, Forager, and Educator on a mission to help heal our planet, our minds and our bodies through rewilding.

What you will be doing

In this Wellderness session we will go on a plant walk through Kenilworth Gardens and learn how to identify the wild plants as well as discuss their history, mythology, culinary, medicinal, and practical uses. We’ll end the session by nature journaling with the option to share if we feel called.

When

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10am. Check-in opens at 9:45am.

Where

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave Northeast, Washington, DC 20019. Participants will meet at the picnic area past the visitor center.

Getting There

By car, there is a large visitors parking lot at the park entrance on Anacostia Ave and abundant street parking surrounding the park. By Metro, the park entrance is 1.0 mile from the Deanwood Metro Station and 1.3 miles from the Minnesota Ave Station, both on the Orange Line. By foot or bike, access the park via the Anacostia River Trail.

What to Bring

Participants should bring your own journal and a writing utensil, a water bottle, snack, bug spray, sun protection, and/or anything else one may carry when spending time outdoors. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for being outdoors.

Contact

For questions or concerns reach out to Alivia at YWxpdmlhIHwgZm9rYWcgISBvcmc=

Learn about Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

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