Learn about edible seashore plants March 12

Those who wonder what edible plants are growing in the sandy soil of coastal Delaware can find out at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, March 12, when a state parks naturalist will present Edible Plants of the Seashore at Delaware Seashore State Park.

From bayberry to yucca, coastal plants can provide food for more than just the animals. Go beyond simple plant identification and explore the natural wonders of wild edible plants at the beach. This indoor program will introduce attendees to some of the native plants of coastal Delaware, such as beach plum, prickly pear and sea lettuce. Participants will leave with new cooking ideas for salads, soups, jams and jellies, beverages and sweet treats. There will even be a few samples to try. The fee for this program is $6 and preregistration is not required.

This program will meet at the Indian River-Life Saving Station Museum on Route 1 in Delaware Seashore State Park, 3.5 miles south of Dewey Beach. For more information, call 227-6991.