Registration Requirements: Preregistration required. 

Recommended Audience: This program is suitable for adults 21+. 

Program Description: The forests are teeming with edible delights! Join us as we celebrate this bountiful time of year with drinks, food, games, and all things foraged. 

This adults-only event will feature: 

• Live music from Stick & Bindle under the Krippendorf Terrace.
• Food for purchase from Cincy Smash and Texas Joe food trucks.
• Activities, stations, and foraged treats all centered around Ohio’s abundant wild food sources
• Complimentary samples of beer and spirits made with CNC-foraged ingredients from Northwood Cider Company and New Riff Distilling. Additional beer, wine, and a signature foraged cocktail will be available for purchase. 
• Foraged sweet treats and food bite samples.
• Interactive foraging talks and demos
• Artisan goods from local makers available for purchase, including a pop-up CNC Native Plant Sale, the Cincinnati Nature Center Nature Shop, HedgeStone Farm, Herbal Heritage Farms, and Maggie's Marvelous Mini Cheesecakes. 

Don't forget your reusable water bottle! There will be water stations throughout the event to help keep you hydrated. Note that no other outside food or drink (excluding water) will be allowed."

Please note: Activity stations on the trail will close at 9:30pm due to the fact that it will be completely dark on the trails by this time. Activities at the Krippendorf Lodge (food trucks, vendors, the bar) will remain open until 10:00pm.

Where to Meet: Registrants meet at the Krippendorf Lodge at our Rowe Woods location (4949 Tealtown Rd., Milford, OH 45150).   

Cost: Ticket fees include daily admission. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I have to know anything about foraging to attend this event? 

• No. This event is open to anyone 21+ with a ticket, regardless of experience or knowledge of foraging. ID required.

Do I have to purchase a ticket?  

• Yes. Preregistration is required. We do expect this event to sell out.

Do I have to stay the entire time? 

• No! This event is open house style, and guests are welcome to arrive at any time and stay as long as they would like. Please note: Activity stations along the trail will close at 9:30pm due to the fact that it will be completely dark on the trails by this time. Activities at the Krippendorf Lodge (food trucks, vendors, the bar) will remain open until 10:00pm. 

What time is the music?

• Live music will start at 6:30 and end at 9:30, with the band taking a couple breaks throughout that time. 

Can I bring my pet?

• No. Service animals only, please.  

Will this event take place outside? 

• Yes. This event will have some covered space but will largely take place outdoors. All Cincinnati Nature Center programs take place rain or shine.   

Will there be parking at this event?  

• Yes. There is plenty of parking available at Krippendorf Lodge. Parking is free with ticket.

Check your email for registration information regarding this transaction. SAVE A TREE, please retain your order number or save an electronic copy of the email acknowledgement as a receipt. You may be asked for your order number from your transaction to gain entry at the gate/to attend your program. Visitor Services associates can also verify your etickets from the order number or by name.

Please note that our program and cancellation policies vary. By completing registration for this program, you agree to the following fundraising program policies.