For thousands of years, First Nations people have incorporated native plants into their everyday lives for food, medicine and more.
If you’ve ever been curious about the natural bushfoods and healing plants that can be found right here in Queensland, join Redcliffe Museum in celebrating World Environment Day and reconnect with nature while discovering something new.
At a free workshop on 5 June, Jay Schieder, Conservation Manager at Kumbartcho Nursery, will guide participants through the flavours, uses and stories behind Australian native flora.
“These workshops are important to teach the public about the vast amount of Indigenous food hiding in plain sight,” he said. “It gives another reason for the importance of their conservation.”
Learning, Conservation and Connection
Jay has always been passionate about his work as a conservationist and continues to further his education in the field.
“When I lost my job as a zoo keeper after being diagnosed with fibromyalgia, I found myself still wanting to work in conservation,” he said. “I started reading all I could about native plants and ecosystems and then studied it formally and found a few great botanist mentors.”
Now he enjoys sharing his knowledge by educating communities on how to identify native bushfood plants, their traditional uses, and providing hands-on, practical gardening tips to help grow bushfood at home.
Through his knowledge and lived experience, Jay aims to help others reconnect with the land while highlighting the importance of conserving Australia’s native species.
World Environment Day
- Friday, 5 June, 10.30-11.30am
- Redcliffe Museum
- 75 Anzac Avenue, Redcliffe
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