September 28
Lichterman Nature Center
11am – 1pm

Embark upon an exploration and conversation of the rich tapestry of plant medicine and historical connections. Join us for an enlightening discussion on the origins and evolution of plant medicine, its cross-cultural significance, and its impact on our well-being. Discover the hidden treasures of nature’s pharmacy among the serene trails of Lichterman Nature Center.

Special Guest Wes Hopper, the new Outreach Manager at Wolf River Conservancy, has an extensive background in arboriculture and natural resources. Before joining the team at Wolf River Conservancy, he owned a residential tree and consulting service, Urban Forestry, for 30+ years. His clients included the City of Bartlett, Town of Lakeland, Town of Collierville, The Dixon Gallery and Garden, and the Memphis Botanic Garden. After retiring from the private sector, Wes moved on to become the Natural Resource Manager for the City of Germantown, TN. His duties there were to update the Natural Resource manuals, complete the public tree, flora, and wildlife inventories, and upload the tree inventory onto tree plotter software to provide the city with the economic and environmental benefits provided by the trees.