Workshop on creating a pine needle basket
Workshop organized by Vitaforêt to introduce you to an ancestral basket-making technique
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June 2025
July 2025
Little-known wild plants: allies of health and cooking
At the end of this workshop, you will know how to recognize good herbs and you will be able, just like our ancestors did, to add them to your table as an accompaniment, as a herbal tea or to use them for therapeutic purposes with different recipe ideas that will be presented to you. .
Introduction to picking wild mushrooms – Level 1
The world of mushrooms is vast and its study can be long and complex. However, just as with wild plants and fruits, some mushrooms are easy to recognize without requiring an advanced course in mycology or being an expert.
August 2025
Introduction to picking wild summer plants and mushrooms
At the end of this workshop, you will be able to recognize the main NTFPs to harvest in summer. You can, just like our ancestors did, add them to your table as an accompaniment, as a herbal tea or use them for therapeutic purposes with different recipe ideas that will be presented to you.
Introduction to picking wild mushrooms – Level 2
Workshop organized by Vitaforêt to continue your introduction to picking wild mushrooms. Prerequisites: Introduction to wild mushroom picking, level 1.
Combo-Gathering of non-timber forest products and Shinrin Yoku
A workshop to get in touch with the world of wild plants and mushrooms and to practice a Shinrin Yoku which will make you experience the forest of the Jardins de l'ecumène differently while savoring the benefits on your physical and mental well-being.
Harvesting and saving your seeds: towards greater food autonomy
Learn different methods of dry or wet seed extraction and develop a complete understanding of the seed maturation cycle. Become more independent in harvesting and preserving vigorous seeds!
Indoor gardening: Tips and tricks from Martin Lejardinier
If you are looking to continue your gardening adventure during the cold season, this workshop will guide you through the different steps to follow for your indoor gardening project. Limited places – book now!
September 2025
Growing in a 4-season greenhouse with the Vegetable Academy
Trainer Dany from the Académie potagère will help you think about the design and potential of your greenhouse in each season. A truly inspiring training course that opens the gardening season. Limited places – book now!
The art of the bouquet: from cultivation to creation
Whether you are a budding gardener or passionate about floral arrangements, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to learn how to grow and assemble vibrant and harmonious bouquets.
October 2025
Introduction to picking wild autumn plants and mushrooms
Workshop organized by Vitaforêt to learn how to pick mushrooms and wild plants that we find in our forests in the fall.
Shinrin Yoku (Forest Bathing)
Vitaforêt invites you to discover the practice of Shinrin Yoku, which is a practice of Japanese origin that translates “Forest bathing”. It is a very slow contemplative walk that allows us to come into contact with nature with all our senses.
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