Are you curious about the tasty little acorns filling the trees and falling to the ground? If you’ve wanted to try eating these nutritious nuts, the wait is almost over! Join us for the Autumn Chumash Kitchen to feast on wild harvested acorns, nuts and berries incorporated into gourmet recipes Saturday September 22, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden.
Enjoy a celebration of bounty with singing, games, and a short walk up Eagle Rock Trail to visit Chumash grinding stones on site. Chumash chef and herbalist, Violet Cavanaugh and special guests will discuss the history of the local sacred space and share a beautifully prepared, seasonal brunch featuring wild salmon. This immersion into Chumash culture will leave you connected and nourished.
Pre-registration is required for this intimate offering. The Autumn Chumash Kitchen program is offering a sliding scale of $88-$120 per participant. We ask that you select the price option that works for your budget. A special two-day option is available. Please wear shoes appropriate for a short hike. For more information and to register, visit slobg.org.
Violet Sage Cavanaugh is an indigenous woman and co-chair of the Northern Chumash Tribe. Born in Avila Beach, a great granddaughter of Chumash Vaquero, Antonio Lopez of Lopez Canyon, Violet has deep roots in the San Luis Obispo area. Incorporating the modern science in combination with ancient teaching, Violet, follows the teachings of her elders and legends and has created her own unique signature of products. Her background in religion, politics, and activism gives Violet a unique understanding and acceptance in diverse groups. Violet calls it an obligation to speak for those plants and animals who have no voice, and because of her background and interests and open, honest communication style, learning is fun, social and focused on creating a legacy of her culture through the students. Violet says, “What we have we share, it’s a gift and obligation, people won’t protect what people don’t understand. Everyone is welcome.”
About San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden is located at 3450 Dairy Creek Rd. It is spread out on 150 acres in El Chorro Regional Park off Highway One between Morro Bay and San Luis Obispo. When the master plan is complete, the Garden will be the only garden of its kind in the United States exclusively devoted to the ecosystems and plants of the five mediterranean climate regions of the world. Through its programs and facilities, the Garden fosters an appreciation and understanding of the relationship between people and nature and encourages a sense of stewardship for the natural environment. To learn more visit slobg.org or the SLO Botanical Garden Facebook page.