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Mesquite Walkabout in Phoenix

June 23, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 9:30 pm

Sunday, June 23rd at 8 am.

Join Peggy Sue Sorensen and Mike Clow as they take you on a walking tour of the mesquite trees in Granada Park.

You  will see, smell, touch, and taste mesquite trees and beans as you take our walking class and learn how to collect mesquite beans.

Improve your mesquite pod harvesting awareness through this annual refresher class. Depending on the weather and the trees, you might even be able to start your harvest.

More details will be provided in the registration confirmation email.

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Suggested donation $10 per person

Here’s what to expect:

  • How to identify native mesquite trees.
  • How to taste test your mesquite pods to get the flavors you like.
  • When and how to harvest the pods safely.
  • Tricks on on how to collect pods easier.
  • And we will chat about how to dry and store the pods until they are milled!

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Details

  • Date: June 23, 2024
  • Time:
    8:00 am - 9:30 pm
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Venue

  • Granada Park
  • 6505 N. 20th Street
    Phoenix, 85016 United States     + Google Map