Explore Botanical Medicine at Benjamin Bridge Winery in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing and walking over uneven terrain at a gentle pace.
Overview
Discover the healing power of local plants on a guided sensory herbal walk at Benjamin Bridge Winery in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley. Learn ancient techniques to identify, harvest, and prepare botanical medicines while enjoying beautiful river and vineyard scenery.
Botanical Medicine in the Annapolis Valley (at Benjamin Bridge Winery!)
Discover local plants at Benjamin Bridge Winery on a personal level
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About This Adventure
Join Benna, a 5th generation Nova Scotian herbalist, for an immersive experience at Benjamin Bridge Winery. Discover the medicinal uses of local plants through your senses as you forage, learn, and create herbal preparations. Enjoy a curated charcuterie board while connecting with nature and like-minded individuals in this unique, hands-on adventure.
Join Benna, a 5th generation Nova Scotian herbalist, for an immersive experience at Benjamin Bridge Winery. Discover the medicinal uses of local plants through your senses as you forage, learn, and create herbal preparations. Enjoy a curated charcuterie board while connecting with nature and like-minded individuals in this unique, hands-on adventure.
Adventure Tips
Wear sturdy walking shoes
The experience involves walking on gravel and woodland trails, so supportive footwear is essential.
Bring weather-appropriate clothing
Prepare for outdoor conditions with rain gear or sun protection depending on the forecast.
Stay hydrated
Carry a refillable water bottle to stay refreshed during the 3.5-hour outdoor experience.
Respect wild harvesting guidelines
Follow honorable harvest principles to protect local plant populations and ecosystem health.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer commonly graze near vineyard edges.
- Various songbirds including warblers and finches inhabit surrounding forests.
History
The Annapolis Valley has been a center of agriculture and plant knowledge since Mi'kmaq peoples and later Acadian settlers cultivated the land.
Conservation
This experience emphasizes sustainable wild harvesting and supports local conservation groups dedicated to protecting Nova Scotia’s old growth forests.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Needed for comfortable movement on gravel and woodland trails.
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated throughout the outdoor walk.
Rain jacket or sun protection
Essential for comfort in changing weather conditions.
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Notebook and pencil
Useful for sketching and note-taking during plant identification and preparation.