Foraging for Salad at Los Poblanos Open Space
On Saturday morning, May 18, in the sweetened spring morning air, members, friends and supporters of Interfaith Power and Light New Mexico and El Paso gathered to forage the hidden cracks and crevices of the beautiful middle Rio Grande.
Led by IPL-NM/EP board member Reverend Ryan Tate, participants explored New Mexico native plants and invasives alike near the Los Poblanos open space.
Spring greens like Lambs quarter, curly dock, dandelion and plantain were harvested, while more medicinal plants were identified such as; Globemallow, wild licorice, Goldenrod, Wood roses, and several varieties of native mint.
After harvesting, we made a wild salad together , and enjoyed the fruits of Mother Earth in community.
A fundraiser
This was a fundraising event, where participants gave a donation to take part in the experience. If you were not able to attend and would like to support our continuing efforts to advocate for and raise awarness about climate justice, you can donate in two ways:
* Paypal (make an online donation of $10 or more with a note “Foraging for Fun(ds),
* Mail a check. Make it out to IPL New Mexico El Paso and send it to P.O. Box 2716,
(Photos courtesy of Haley Hathaway. Text courtsey of Rev. Ryan Tate)
